Safe Sneakers?
Question from Beth I am looking for safe sneakers for myself and my toddler. Do you know of any specific brands that are are flame retardant free, polyurethane foam free, etc.? Do you think Aegis is safe and/or X-static (alternative to triclosan) as many sneakers are...Mineral Deodorizer Bags for Closets
Question from D. Carlsle Do you recommend mineral deodorizer bags to eliminate odors in closets? I used some a while ago and forgot the brand. What do you recommend? Debra’s Answer I’m assuming you are referring to the mineral zeolite for removing odors....Textile Truths: A Parent’s Guide to Fabric Selection for Baby
Question from Harmony Susalla Here’s the latest toxic/info page I have recently released and probably what I most want to share with your audience: Harmony Art . Add...Cold Packs
Question from Gigi I am looking to use cold packs for various body areas and joints. For instance, neck, shoulders, fingers, wrists, and knees. I like the ones that can be refrozen and shaped to the body parts like those offered by Chattanooga Colpac. However, some...Wood Finishes on Children’s Furniture
Question from Stacey Dear Debra, I will appreciate your advice about wood finishes. After a lot of research, I have found many companies that offer solid wood children’s furniture,but I still have some doubts about the finishes. Since I so not have space to do...How to Choose Toxic Free Shoes
Question from Stacey Just wondering if you have heard of “Kalso Earth Shoes.” I’m trying to find less toxic shoes, but it’s not easy since you really don’t know what materials are used, and the information is not available sometimes (most...Glidden Paint: High Endurance Plus
Question from Bonnie Johnson Glidden has a newer paint called High Endurance Plus. It is paint and primer and supposed to be low voc and low odor. Has anyone used it yet? I have a couple of projects coming up that need paint. I have used Mystic. Good coverage, low voc...PVC and Lead Dust
Question from Donna Hi Debra, I have two questions that go hand in hand. I’ve been reading a lot lately about lead dust on PVC products, but I’m confused. Does the item (like a toy or window blind) need to be deteriorating to produce lead dust, or can...Fertilizer for Plants in Pots
Question from Colleen What do people with MCS use to fertilize flowers in pots outside and in the outside garden for acidic and non-acidic loving plants? Are the 3 month feed pellets ok to use outside in the garden? I haven’t fed my plants outside for 6 years...
