Created by KristinSamuel-Stevens
Welcome to the world of Organics.
My name is Kristin. I am a mother of two and have been using organic products since my son was born.
What is Organic?
Organic and Organic products mean that they are free from pesticides, herbicides and other harmful substances that pose a concern to our health.
BENEFITS TO USING AND EATING ORGANIC PRODUCTS
Using organic products helps reduce the amount of pesticides from entering your body. Organic body products in particular are a great way to reduce harmful toxins from entering your body since the skin is the largest organ and absorbs everything it comes in contact with.
Another benefit to using organic products is that you are using the best natural and pure products that contain no manmade chemicals, whether it be what you are eating, wearing or putting on your body.
The biggest advantage to using organic products is for babies, children and the elderly. As you know their skin is thin and delicate and tends to be more susceptible to harmful substances, therefore, the natural ingredients of the organic products do not irritate the skin and allows it to breathe.
Organic products can come in many different forms such as body products, hair, clothing, pet products and even foods. Making your own baby food can provide your little one with a better start by avoiding all the preservatives that are put into baby food. Another important aspect to a healthy baby is making sure they are safe from serious chemicals that leach off of plastic bottles when heated up. One way to get around this is to heat up the milk in a pot then pour into the bottles. The ONLY way to completely avoid having your little one exposed to Bisphenol-A and Phthalate-free products is to use glass baby bottles or stainless steel ones.
This site is designed to provide you with a variety of organic sites and products to assist you with everyday living.
Earth Mama and Angel Baby
Organic products for mother and baby
MUSTARD PLASTER
For Relief of Chest Congestion.
Recipe for Mustard Plaster
Mix equal parts of flour and dry mustard(Keen's) approximately 2 Tbsp./each.
Boil water and add little at a time to make a paste.
Take two pieces of paper towel and place the mustard paste between the paper towel.
Place on centre of chest til it is red and you can't stand it anymore. (Remember it can burn you like a sunburn if left on too long).
Remove and rub mentholatum on it and this will keep the mustard solution working.
Turn over and repeat process on the upper back.
Non-Toxic Glass Baby Bottles
Bisphenol-A and Phthalate-free.
How to clean glass baby bottles.
Use a mild soap solutions and wash in warm water with a non-abrasive cloth. Do not use a coarse brush as you may chip or scratch some glass off and it may remain in the glass bottle. If the bottle is really scratched discard.
Rinse in warm water and let air dry.
Evenflo 4-Ounce Classic Glass Nurser 3 Pack
Sensitive Response Nipples Respond to Baby's Pressure
Micro Air Vents%u2122 Promote an Even Flow of Liquid to Keep Air Out of Baby's Tummy
See-Through Glass Bottle
Includes Slow Flow Nipple - 0 to 3 mos
Nowadays, plastic bottles are the norm for bottle-feeding, which makes these small, shiny glass bottles seem almost nostalgic. They may look like quaint antiques from a bygone era, yet they are still highly functional. The glass holds heat well and they clean up without the common staining found in plastic bottles. The Sensitive Response nipples are soft and flexible, designed to adjust to a baby's sucking pressure so it's a comfortable feeding experience. Each bottle comes with a nipple, a cap ring, and a nipple cap.
Warning: These bottles can break upon impact. While they are fine for infant feeding, they should only be used with adult supervision. Consider switching to unbreakable bottles when babies are old enough to hold and grab for their bottles (after 3 months of age). --Hannah Reynolds
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 05/17/2008)
WeeGo Glass Bottle - Sky
Because of the recent concern over leaching chemicals in plastic baby bottles, Babylife is reintroducing glass baby bottles, but with a new design and safety twist: the bottle is covered with a modern sleeve that will help protect the bottle from breakage and also prevent bumping into other articles in your diaper bag. The sleeve is free of plastics and is 100% non-toxic. The bottle and the sleeve can be boiled or put in the dishwasher together. The silicone nipple should be hand-washed and is also latex-free and non-toxic. The plastic ring, plug and cap contain no polycarbonates and are food grade, FDA approved and recyclable. The sleeve provides a good gripping surface during feeding and also a great tactile experience for your baby. Babylife is proud to give you a choice in using a baby bottle that is bisphenol A, phthalate, PVC and polycarbonate-free. Features: Includes 1 Stage 1 silicone nipple for age birth to 6 months Bottle will fit any standard size nipple, including Dr. Brown's Bottle and sleeve are dishwasher safeAvailable in a variety of bright, modern colors. Each bottle sold separately.
Amazon Price: (as of 05/17/2008)
Organic Deodorant
Lemongrass Clary Sage Organic Deodorant - 1.7 oz - Deodrant
Provides non-irritating, effective protection to give you that shower-fresh feeling throughout the day. No propylene glycol, no aluminum chlorohydrate, with baking soda to help neutralize odor, and all vegetable derived ingredients.
Amazon Price: $5.99 (as of 05/17/2008)
Tropical Traditions Organic Virgin Coconut Oil Aluminum-free Deodorant Roll-on - Frankincense - 2 oz.
Tropical Traditions Natural Deodorants are chemical-free, paraben-free, and aluminum-free deodorant roll-ons made from our popular organic Virgin Coconut Oil as their base. Your underarms are one of the most sensitive and absorbent areas of your body, so dont put harmful chemicals into your body through antiperspirants or harmful deodorants!
Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 05/17/2008)
Calendula Deodorant - 4 oz. - Spray
If you prefer the convenience of a spray, this herbal deodorant will keep you naturally fresh all day without irritation. Fights odor with antioxidant vitamins C and E, plus calamine and calendula blossom oils.
Amazon Price: $8.25 (as of 05/17/2008)
Aubrey Organics - Nat Dry Herbal Pine Deodorant Spray Men, 4 fl oz spray
A clean,crisp and masculine deodorant for men with a hint of pine.
Amazon Price: $8.45 (as of 05/17/2008)
Herbal Clear Lavender Aluminum-Free Natural Deodorant with Clary Sage & Vitamin A - 2.65 Oz
Herbal Clear Lavender Aluminum-Free Natural Deodorant is No Aluminum, Dyes or Alcohol. Lichen Deodorant That works naturally. Herbal Clear Natural Deodorant with Clary Sage & Vitamin A naturally does not contain aluminum, added alcohol, or dyes or artificial bactericides. Herbal Clear naturally utilizes the natural botanical Lichen (Usnea barbata), which inhibits odor causing bacteria. This breakthrough formula stops odor before it starts. Herbal clear Natural Deodorant combining the perfection of Mother Nature with a technological breakthrough, Herbal Clear. Herbal Clear is an effective, hypoallergenic alternative to the chemical deodorants available today.
Amazon Price: $2.47 (as of 05/17/2008)
Mountain Rose Herbs

Since 1987 Mountain Rose Herbs has consistently delivered exceptional quality certified organic products with a strict emphasis on sustainable agriculture. From our bulk organic herbs and spices, to our essential oils and herbal teas, the quality and integrity of what we offer is unparalleled with smiles guaranteed.
Green and More
Caring for Tomorrow's World
Green and More is a great site dedicated to a Greener, healthier living.
The site has everything from Organic bedding, gardening, kitchen products to air purifiers and energy saving products.
I would like to direct your attention to the following products as they are extremely important for a healthy living environment.
Gardening - a green and healthy garden will not only help the earth but provide your plants with the nutrients they need to have beautiful blooms.
Organic Bedding - Whether the bedding is for you or your little ones 100% organic cotton and eco-friendly bedding from sheets, pillow cases, comforters and baby crib bedding is the way to go. It reduces allergic reactions and allows your skin to rest on natural chemical free products. There are no chemical fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides used in the production of the cotton.
Energy Savings - Helps the planet as well as your wallet. Reduce energy consumption. It's easy and cost-effective.
Air Purifiers - Help clean and reduce allergen particles floating in the air. There are many different kinds of air purifiers. The best kind to get is one with a permanent HEPA filter so that the old filter doesn't end up in the landfills.
Never the less, the more we think GREEN the better off we are and the environment too. Help keep our Nation going strong. Go green for a healthier living.
Organic Excellence
Chemical Free Products
How To Make Your Baby Food
A healthier start
You start with 1 ice-cube of food and increase the amount as they get older. The more colorful you make the plate the better as your child will be intrigued by the various colours. Example, place 1 ice-cube of broccoli, 1 ice-cube of squash and then one of a cauliflower or fruit like mashed banana. This will make for a nice, bright, healthy balanced meal for your little one.
To this day my son age 7 loves broccoli and cauliflower and will eat it like it is candy. My daughter liked the sweeter vegetables like squash, sweet potato and carrots. They are great eaters and I am confident that they are healthier for this.
What You will Need To Get Started
Blender
Vegetables (organic if you can - if not you will
still have a better food for your baby
without all the preservatives added)
Water
Ice-cube trays
Ziploc bags
A freezer
Example of some foods:
squash, peas, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, bananas mashed by hand, peaches, pears, apples etc.
Anything you can eat goes!
DIRECTIONS:
Step One - Wash vegetables
Step Two - Cook and prepare food. Cut into small
pieces.
Step Three - Place vegetable in blender and add a
little bit of water at a time and blend
until desired consistency for your
baby. (Not too thick or runny, like
applesauce consistency).
Step Four - Spoon into ice-cube trays and then
freeze.
Step Five - Once frozen, empty into Ziploc bags and
be sure to put the date and label what
it is . Use within 2 months.
Repeat with all other veggies or fruits, whichever your little one's tastes desires.
When you are ready for meal time take an ice-cube and heat it up on the stove on low. Be sure to check the temperature before serving. Do Not place in microwave as it does not heat evenly and may have extremely hot spots.
Fresh Baby ice cube trays
Bisphenol-A free ice cube trays
ONLY NATURAL PET STORE
Natural and Organic products for your fury friends
In most households pets are part of the family. It is only natural that we would want the best for ourselves. Since our fury friends cannot speak for themselves it is up to us to determine their needs and provide them with the best care.
This Only Natural Pet Store provides you with the best natural and organic products to ensure your pets wellbeing.
Would love to hear any of your comments and suggestions.
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AliciaVoorhies
Well done, Kristin! Thank you for gathering all of this important information together for a quick reference. Posted February 15, 2008 |
Going organic is great for the whole family. I made all organic baby food for my first child and I plan to do the same for my second when she starts eating solids. I'm always interested in new organic products to support. Thanks for all the great info.
Posted February 10, 2008
Hi Kristin,
Thanksfor bringing this to my attention, I have started to look into organic products and will be taking a closer look now..especially with all that has been on the news lately.
Posted February 09, 2008
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