I had a home birth and thought I was up on birthing naturally, but I recently came across an article about "ultrasound concerns", and if I choose to have another baby, I will think twice about this screening device.

The article mentions that left handedness in children who are supposed to be right-handed has been linked to ultra sound. Sounds like no big deal, I happen to like lefty's, but they are saying the reason they end up left handed is because of a subtle damage to the brain and males seem to be more affected than female fetuses, probably because the male brain develops later.

Studies also show the following abnormalities have been linked to ultrasound- Early labor, premature birth, miscarriage, increased learning disabilities and delayed speech development (these are just a few listed).

I heard that my natural deodorant (the crystal roll on) that I've been using has aluminum in it - not happy about that--and I've heard that baking soda should work just fine. I must admit, I was not really sure about this and stinky is just not going to work for me, but I was willing to try it out.

Well, the verdict is in after three days-- it totally works! I leave a little water under my arms and just dust some baking soda on top of that-- not so much that it clumps up, just a dusting and I have to tell you, no smell at all. I am thrilled.

Ok, so we know that aluminum in our deodorant and antiperspirants are a much bigger problem that having stinky under arms, but now the word is out that our NATURAL deodorant has aluminum in it too?

Talk about stinky business! Apparently, my beloved Crystal deodorant has been found to have aluminum in it and that the crystal stone is made from alum- one of the official names is "potassium aluminum sulfate", (aka- aluminum--- aka, linked to Altzheimers).

So what's a gal to do? Well, this link at " Mercola.com", says to use baking soda and water. Hmmm, I'll try it out and let you know.

This totally freaked me out, but the only reason I am posting it is because I think there is some important info here, especially the part about children and teens using cell phones and wireless devices.

In 2007, "the Bioinitiative Working Group", released a 650-page report citing more than 2,000 studies (many very recent) that detail the toxic effects of EMFs from all sources. Chronic exposure to even low-level radiation (like that from cell phones), can cause a variety of cancers, impair immunity, and contribute to Alzheimer's disease and dementia, heart disease, and many other ailments. Not cool.

Additionally, every single study shows an increased risk of brain cancer if you've used the cell phone for more than ten years.

A recent study from Sweden suggests that if you started using a cell phone as a teen, you have a 5 times greater risk of brain cancer than those who started as an adult.

This is pretty scary stuff, but if it's accurate, I guess knowledge is power right?

I recently read another article- how doctors are concerned about antibacterial soaps that use antibacterials like
"Triclosan",

The head researcher Dr. Eli N. Perencevich of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts, told Reuters Health that "The concern is that low levels of use of this compound, which would occur in (households), could select bacteria that are resistant to these products and possibly antibiotics."

Basically, synthetic antibacterials... not so good for humans and not so good for the planet.

In today's modern world of medicine, the FDA wont let companies make claims about their products unless they have been tested at great expense and approved as a "drug". Apparently this was not always the case.

"Dr. Mercola's blog", filled us in that in 1918 they were fighting the flu with Arm and Hammer bicarbonate of soda. We have not tried this, but it seems very interesting.

We also like using oil of oregano (not for little ones) and probiotics.

After experiencing the "horrible-ness" of cancer with my dad, I learned alot about the toxic and cancer causing chemicals that are in our products and that we thoughtlessly put on our bodies every single day. Now that I'm a mom, I'm always on the lookout for ingredients and product labels.

I thought it might be an interesting idea to share what I find every so often, to make it a little easier on the mom who's crazy busy or for someone who just doesn't know where to look.

Here are a couple ingredients that are in A LOT of products- even one's that call themselves "natural"...
PEG'S - there are many different types, but all are linked to either cancer or organ toxicity or neurotoxicity.
Phenoxyethanol - linked to organ toxicity, some studies have shown it linked to cancer and Japan has restricted this ingredient.

If you're a Sephora kind of gal, but you want an alternative to all the toxic and cancer causing chemicals in so many of the moisturizing products - Clean George is a great alternative.

We couldn't find an organic hand sanitizer at Sephora, but Sephora shoppers are writing to let us know they love Clean George! Thanks Sephora shoppers! We like you too.

They mentioned that what they love about Clean George is that it moisturizes like crazy, it's not greasy and they like that it is cleaning their hands. What could be better than that? Well... it is completely eco conscious from ingredients to packaging with organic ingredients and no harsh chemicals.

We were sent some "information", that we found interesting about the H1N1 vaccines and how it seems the preservative Thimoserol has "snuck it's way" into the multi dose vials. Also, beware if you have egg allergies because they are grown on eggs apparently. Good to know.

The bloggers also felt like a great natural prevention for the flu was using Clean George. We'd also like to second their comment about building the immune system. Super important!

Our favorite green formula is "Pure Synergy", - the ultimate super food and we love "New Chapter", - All Flora pro biotic. Love them. Love them.

When you're out and about and especially when you are "taking out",
keep Clean George on hand ... literally! Lot's of people are conscious of the extra waste when they get take out food. So, many are saying no to all the extras that end up in their bag. We think this and carrying Clean George when you're eating on the go is a good thing!