by Alicia
on June 17, 2010
in Eating Gear, Glass, Silicone, Sippy Cups
Yep, it’s really here – the first real glass sippy cup! We finally have a solution for folks who are striving to curb their plastic use. And I’m sure you can probably guess that the EIO Kids Cup was invented by a mom who realized that what she really wanted for her children didn’t exist. [...]
by Alicia
on March 22, 2010
in Bottle Covers, Eating Gear, Glass, Product Reviews, Reusable Bottles for Adults
The folks at Life Factory just introduced a unique glass water bottle created especially for adults on the go. But let’s be honest, I’m kind of a stainless steel girl. So when they first arrived in our warehouse I gave them a perfunctory look, but I really thought this would be a product for someone [...]
by Alicia
on September 18, 2009
in Baby Bottles, Baby Dishes and Utensils, Bottle Covers, Glass, Kids Cups, Dishes and Utensils, Silicone, Sippy Cups, Stainless Steel
I attended the All Baby and Child Expo (ABC) again this year and I was happy with the increase in toxin awareness. The BPA-free movement has certainly swept the nation in quick fashion and really gained speed in late 2008, which was after the 2008 ABC Show. Last year I spent all of my time chasing down manufacturers to try and extract [...]
by Alicia
on September 11, 2009
in Baby Bottles, Glass, Product Reviews, Silicone
Okay, I’ll admit when the Drop-Guard company first contacted us with info about their silicone-encapsulated bottle, I thought the idea a bit strange. And when I opened the package, I thought they were regular glass bottles until I touched one. The silicone over-molding can’t be seen (unless you choose the tinted version), but the bottles have a [...]
by Alicia
on June 1, 2009
in Glass, Kids Cups, Dishes and Utensils, Materials
The ultimate non-plastic dishes for kids are finally here! Made in France and brought to the U.S. by Zoe B, of Natursutten natural rubber pacifier fame, Kidishes are the perfect solution for parents who are ready to throw in the towel on plastic. No more worrying about the possibility of endocrine-disrupting chemicals. No more microwaving [...]
by Alicia
on January 7, 2009
in Baby Bottles, Glass, Materials
The demand for safe alternatives to toxic plastic has spurred an increase in glass baby bottle choices. Even companies well-known for their plastic baby bottles, like Munchkin and Medela, are branching out. About a year ago, when the movement away from BPA began, parents were hard pressed to find anything but standard Evenflo glass bottles. [...]
by Alicia
on April 9, 2008
in Glass, Kids Cups, Dishes and Utensils, Materials, Polypropylene, Wood
UPDATED 8/24/2010 Finding safer cups and dishes for older kids has been a challenge. We’re embarking on an expedition to see what we can find. Our list is growing as we confirm more BPA, PVC, phthalate, and melamine-free options, so check back soon! Kinderville Bigger Kids Silicone Dishes Kinderville knocked our socks of with their [...]