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Organic
Organic cotton is grown without the use of chemicals, pesticides or genetically modified organisms. Conventional cotton uses 25% of all pesticides amounting to 50 million pounds on US fields alone! According to WHO, 20,000 deaths occur each year from pesticide poisoning in developing countries. In fact, just one tee shirt made from conventional cotton takes 1/4 pound of chemicals! Needless to say, organic cotton is the best for delicate babies and toddlers' sensitive skin, their health and our planet! This is why BabyGoesGreen.org only offers organic clothing, bedding, blankets, mattresses, towels, plush toys and more. How could we not? To learn more about why organic cotton go to http://www.ota.com/organic.html
Non-Toxic
BPA, phthalates, PVC (polyvinyl chloride), lead, VOC (volatile organic compounds), parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate, these are just some of the toxins that are found in everyday baby products! Lets face it, it's hard to live without the convenience and cost effectiveness of plastic. Plastic is everywhere! But in the end, it may be a high price to pay for our health and the environment. Phthalates, a chemical found in PVC plastics commonly known as "vinyl" has become one of the most widely used plastics and one of the most toxic substances saturating our planet from its production, use and disposal. Phthalates in PVC plastics are possible hormone disruptors and probable carcinogens. PVC is used in plastic baby toys and teethers, baby bottles and other common items used by pregnant women and children under three. BPA (bisphenol-A), a chemical found in polycarbonate plastic, a hard plastic used in baby bottles and the plastic lining of cans is known to mimic the hormone estrogen in the body, which can cause changes in developing fetuses and infants. This chemical has also been linked to developmental and brain defects in infants. To learn more about these chemicals and their effects go to: http://www.healthychild.com |
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