IS SILICONE BPA FREE?
March 15, 2009
Curious if there is BPA in your silicone products? Read more here…
In short, the answer is no. There is no BPA in Silicone (not to be confused with Silicon). Silicone is a man made rubberlike material that, so far, has proven to be non-toxic and safe to use in everything from baby bottles and nipples, pacifiers and toys, to cookware and even sealers.
It is a safer alternative to latex and is highly durable. Read more
Safe Baby Bottles and Sippy Cups That Are BPA Free
May 26, 2008
LOOKING FOR A QUICK GUIDE TO BPA FREE BOTTLES AND SIPPY CUPS? Read More Here…
These days manufacturers have caught onto consumer demands and many companies are producing BPA free alternatives. Just look for the label “BPA Free” or BPA with a circle and a slash through it.
If you have bottles from hand me downs or past children that are NOT BPA free, take the FULL SET into your local Babies R’ Us and they will exchange them from BPA free bottles and/or sippy cups.
In the meantime, here is a list of Plastic and Glass bottles which are FREE of toxic chemicals such as BPA, Lead, PVC and Phthalates such as:
SAFER PLASTIC BABY BOTTLES:
* Adiri Natural Nurser:: Adiri Bottles are made of 100% polycarbonate-free
materials.
* BornFree: BornFree Bottles are free of BPA, Phthalates, and PVC
* Green To Grow Bottles: Green to Grow bottles are made from a BPA and Phthalate free material called polyethersulfone.
* Lansinoh Breast Milk Storage Bottles: The Lansinoh Breast Milk bottles are free of BPA, Phthalates and PVC
* Medela Breast Milk Storage and Feeding System: The Medela breast milk storage system is a GREAT companion to the Pump In Style breat pump. Not extra cleaning! Plus, the bottles are BPA free.
* Nuby Baby Bottles: Nuby baby bottles are an affordable BPA free alternative
* Sassy MAM Utilivent Bottles: Sassy MAM are an affordable naturally safe BPA free bottle.
* Think Baby Bottles: Think Baby bottles are made of polyethersulfone and are BPA, PVC, Nitrosamines and Lead free.
Also check out new bottles and sippy cups from companies like:
- Avent
- Munchkin
- Playtex
Starting Your Baby On Solid Food
May 13, 2008
LOOKING FOR TIPS AND RESOURCES FOR STARTING YOUR BABY ON SOLID FOODS? Read More here…
It is often challenging to find clear-cut information about starting your baby on solid foods. This article aims to help clarify some great resources and give you tips to make your child’s first eating experiences a positive one. So take a look at our various resources, and never hesitate to email us at:
pregnancyandbabyinformation@gmail.com
Things To Consider…