We're sure, like any other parent, you are concerned with what your baby puts in his mouth and here's a little helpful guide as to the reasons why:
You'll definitely want to avoid any plastic teethers that contain BPA, PVC or phthlates:
BPA or bisphenol-A is a plastics chemical that mimics estrogen and disrupts the body's hormonal systems. Many companies also simply replace BPA with BPS (bisphenol-S, which is just as toxic, if not more than BPA!) so just because a product is marked as BPA-free doesn't mean it's safe
PVC or polyvinyl chloride is the third most common plastic in the world and also the most toxic!
Phthalates are chemicals added to plastics to make them soft and supple. They don't bond to plastic though, so over time they leach out - a big no no!
When it comes to caring for your baby’s swaddle blanket, washing it the right way is key! For this reason, here are some swaddle blanket instructions for both machine and handwashing.
Our April Bean of the Month hails from Singapore! Baby Afsyar is just 3 months young but that hasn't stopped Mama and Papa from dressing him up for some great photos and taking him around the amazing Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore. Read on and have a look at these amazing photos!
Although most parents know the benefits of swaddling their baby, many parents have no idea how to swaddle newborns once they leave the hospital. Luckily, these two swaddling methods will help you become a swaddling pro in no time!
