As a conscious modern parent, it is overwhelming to sift through all the information out there about the vast array of products that come in contact with our children. There are few regulations on hazardous chemicals allowed in the manufacturing of products in the U.S., even those coming in contact with our precious children.
So, we must worry about toys and toxicity. We worry about foods. We worry about chemicals. With the dizzying array of health problems afflicting the modern child, it makes sense to worry. But in the busy, fast pace of our society, who has the time to research everything? Here's a quick rundown of some helpful websites that have done the research for you.
1) Skin Deep -- This exceptional website is a virtual database of over 67,000 health and skincare products on the market, including everything baby. Based on levels of known carcinogens, endocrine-disruptors, reproductive & developmental toxicants, their range goes from 0 (no toxins) to 10 (very toxic). A quick search reveals Johnson's Original Baby Lotion has a toxicity level of 7, and hopefully moves us to purchase products from more baby-friendly companies such as Earth Mama Angel Baby, which mostly boasts toxicity levels of 0 in their line of products.
2) HealthyStuff.org -- With a tagline of "researching toxic chemicals in everyday products," this resourceful website gives concerned consumers the scoop on the scary ingredients lurking in popular children's products and toys. Did you know some of them contain such developmental toxicants and disruptors as lead, arsenic, mercury, chlorine and bromine? With a searchable database of offenders, this website also provides links to product recalls and places to take action.
3) The Daily Green -- A clean and pretty online magazine that acts as a virtual morning paper for the green-minded. They provide links to blogs, and you can subscribe the Daily Green parenting tip. Fresh advice on living green and creating healthier environments for ourselves and our families.
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