Where I worked as a teacher, each classroom was provided with a wall-mounted hand sanitizer dispenser, the thought being that this would keep germs at bay, and in turn, keep kids from getting sick and from missing school. But for the good that hand sanitizers offer (a quick, convenient way to clean hands and kill […]
When a Bumbo Takes Precedence: Rethinking Childhood Hazards
Last week, my Facebook and Twitter feeds were full of admonishments about the Bumbo chair and its vicious, evil, and life-threatening properties. “Bumbos were recalled!” I was not the only parent/blogger who thought this reaction was a completely ridiculous worry, and I tweeted this in reply to the hub-bub: Bumbos: recalled after 2 dz skull […]
Multi-Sport Shoes Keep You Movin’!
Words I live by: simplicity, practicality, durability. The KeenVenice H2 multi-sport sandal is the perfect, ahem, *fit* for my outdoorsy-lifestyle. As part of the Go Green Get Fit Challenge, I wore my Keens on a recent camping/hiking trip to Shenandoah National Park. The features of the Venice H2 ended up being the perfect combination of […]
Back-to-School Breastfeeding: Pumping in Your Classroom
Let’s face it: the necessary task of breast pumping isn’t exactly fun for any woman in any profession. But most don’t understand the unique challenges that face teachers. When the workplace population is comprised of 90% children, adult needs can often be pushed to the back burner. Students want their teachers to be available […]
Go Green, Get Fit: MiEssence Reflect Outdoor Balm
One major quality that I look for in my personal care products is simplicity of ingredients. Many “natural” sunscreens line the market but very few are 1)truly natural and 2)effective. I’ve found a few that are both natural and effective but cause my skin irritation. I am so pleased to find MiEssence Reflect Outdoor Balm, […]
What to Eat & What to Avoid, Take 2: Diet Affects Breast Milk
Months ago, I posted a list of foods to have more of and foods to avoid when breastfeeding, especially in the early weeks, entitled What to Eat & What to Avoid While Breastfeeding. The list got not so much as a glance from many readers until it spread like wildfire on Pinterest recently. Suddenly, a […]