Overnight camps throughout the country will start over the next few weeks. Both my husband and I went to sleepaway camp and we have successfully passed this tradition on to our own children. The reasons why I love sending my kids to camp is long but allowing a child to develop “broadly as a human being”…
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Safer Spray Sunscreens for Kids, Teens and Adults
For years I’ve been trying to persuade my kids to use anything but spray sunscreens. The problem is getting kids (especially teens) to actually use sunscreen. We all know it’s all about the convenience and finding a brand that blends into your skin. Every summer I test out non-toxic sunscreens and put together my list…
What to Bring to Summer Camp
Every morning one of my kids makes the countdown announcement: “Only ten more days until summer!” We still have a few more weeks of school here in the Northeast, but summer vacation is right around the corner. And everyone’s ready. Once school winds down preparations for summer camp kick in. Woo hoo! I have such amazing…
Buyer Beware: BPA Could Still Be Lurking in Your Canned Food
Do you eat canned foods? A recent survey found that over half of American families eat canned fruit, vegetables, beans, soups, or meat/fish. About 40% of Americans use canned milk. If you are one of the millions of Americans who eat canned foods there’s a good chance that you are still being exposed to the toxic…
Here’s Why You Should Stop Using Dryer Sheets
Who doesn’t love the smell of clean laundry? When we take our clothing out of a hot dryer there’s an expectation that they’ll smell fresh and clean. That signature scent is usually from the detergent, dryer sheets and other laundry products we’re using. For many of us, it’s almost second nature to throw a dryer sheet…
Unique Mother’s Day Gifts For the Moms in Your Life
Nothing makes me happier on Mother’s Day than a gift or card hand-crafted by one of my kids. Each signature or message inscribed is yet another way to preserve those fleeting moments of their childhood. I don’t save much but one of these treasures is almost always a keeper. If you’re looking for another way…
Hey Costco: It’s Time to Get Toxic Chemicals Off Your Shelves
When I joined Costco a few years ago their organic selection was limited so I opted for other markets for the bulk of my shopping. Fast forward to the present and Costco is now taking the lead as the largest organic retailer in the United States. In 2015 they sold $4 billion of organic produce and…