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Continue reading “Chammomilla Teething Remedies Comparison Review” →
Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic and gentle making them safe to use for babies and children. Chamomilla can be used as a first aid treatment to alleviate both the physiological symptoms (extreme pain) and emotional issues (clinginess and irritability) of teething. Continue reading “Teething Babies and Homeopathic Remedies — Chamomilla Granules” →
Every month he endures a painful bout of the common teething symptoms; biting, lack of appetite, red cheeks, extreme clinginess, high temperature, disturbed sleep and general crankiness, when even his most favoured toys hold no allure. In ‘how to relieve baby’s teething pain’ Mindful Mum looks at the; key teething signs, over the counter remedies and natural teething solutions at our disposal in the UK.
On June 26, 2009, the Government of Canada announced that it is moving forward with proposed regulations to prohibit the advertisement, sale and importation of polycarbonate plastic baby bottles that contain bisphenol A, otherwise known as BPA, to reduce newborn and infant exposure to this substance. Continue reading “Canada bans BPA to Protect Families” → Bisphenol A (BPA) is used extensively in the production of plastics, particularly polycarbonates (PC). It’s used to make a range of plastic food containers, including baby bottles. It’s also found in the resin used to coat the inside of food cans, to stop the metal contaminating the food. BPA is one of a number of chemicals that may have the potential to interact with hormone systems in the body (a so-called ’endocrine disrupter’). It has been known since the 1930s that BPA can mimic the female sex hormone, oestrogen. (1) Why the concern? Roughly 95% of all baby bottles currently on the market are made from polycarbonate plastic (marked PC with the number 7 in a recycling symbol). (2)
On the 14th of March 2009 the BBC reported that the makers of babies’ bottles in the US are to remove a controversial chemical from their products, amid growing concern over its possible effects. The six manufacturers say they are reacting to consumer demand by removing Bisphenol A (BPA) from their bottles. But they will continue selling bottles containing BPA in the UK, a decision which has angered campaigners. Continue reading “BBC: Baby Bottle Chemical Removed” → On the 11th of June 2009, Fiona Macrae reported in the Daily Mail that bisphenol A or BPA can cause potentially dangerous alterations to cardiac rhythm. Although the studies were applied to female mice and rats, scientists warn that women’s health could also be at risk.
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Poundland has identified a labeling and potential safety issue with the Medicine Feeder. The product could pose a potential risk to babies or young children as the measuring scale is confusing and could be inaccurate. Poundland are advising you to discontinue use immediately and return the item to your nearest Poundland store as soon as possible. 
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