The Oregon BPA-Free Baby Bill (SB 695) is currently going through the Oregon House and is experiencing some serious roadblocks. If, the issue is not resolved by end of day today, Wednesday, June 1, 2011, it may never make it out of committee.
Oregon’s bill proposes removal of BPA from baby bottles, sippy cups and reusable water bottles. Toxic BPA has been linked to several increasing children’s developmental problems.
Representative Ben Cannon, a state legislative sponsor of the Oregon BPA-Free Baby Bill (SB 695) filed a “discharge petition” that will allow this …

I’m moving from the usual “eco” topics today, to share with you about something else that recently moved me and I feel is worth sharing with anyone who will listen. While watching this week’s episode of Extreme Makeover Home Edition, I learned about the senseless death of a young woman; Alex Brown.
Losing a child or loved one under any circumstances is never easy. But, to lose one due to distracted driving, (texting while driving), must be one of the worse ways. And, as a result of one beautiful young woman’s …

There probably isn’t a parent in the world, that wouldn’t give or do ANYTHING, to protect their child. Loving their children and protecting them from being physically or emotionally harmed by themselves or someone else, are instinctual traits for all parents. Yet, despite parents doing their very best, sometimes children are still exposed to harmful things.
Health hazards for children are everywhere. Yes, there are exposures outside, as well as inside of their homes, that can trigger common diseases and health conditions in a child. Even in utero, babies and children are often vulnerable to …

With mobile cell phones becoming a standard and necessary accessory for children and teens of all ages, there are concerns for the the safety and well-being, based around the use of the phones. Finding a mobile cell phone that provides ease of use, in addition to parental controls is becoming a necessity.

I’m very honored to share with you about a new children’s book that was written by a fellow planet lover. It’s called Loui Saves The Earth and was written by Alexandra Gnoske of Recycle Me Organic Clothing.
I knew about Alexandra’s passion for the planet and her clothing business, but now she’s showing her talent in the writing of childrens books. Alexandra has taken her passion for nature and wildlife and turned it into an inspiring story with a simple message: children can make a difference for Planet Earth. As a …