Bathrooms are among the most remodeled rooms in any home. When demolishing and building new, there are precautions to take to make the process as safe as possible.
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Ask Mom Detective: How Do I Choose the Safest Materials for My Bathroom Remodel?
Special Mom Detective With Dr. Shanna Swan: How Do Plastic Chemicals Affect My Family’s Health?
This month, we have the most special guest mom answering three Mom Detective questions about plastics and health: Dr. Shanna Swan, an award-winning environmental and reproductive epidemiologist.
Ask Mom Detective: How Can I Avoid Microplastics in My Coffee and Tea?
Microplastics and toxic chemical can lurk in your morning coffee and tea. Mom Detective shares how to avoid them by choosing a better way to brew.
7 Places Cancer-Causing Formaldehyde Lurks in Your Home and Neighborhood
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has proposed to double the amount of formaldehyde the government considers acceptable for our families to breathe. This might make you wonder where you can find this toxic chemical in your home.
Ask Mom Detective: What Is Fleece? Is It Safe for My Kids?
While it may look comforting and adorably sheeplike, fleece is a synthetic fabric, made from fine polyester fibers. Mom Detective shares her concerns about synthetic fabrics and tips to avoid them.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Vintage Toys Safe?
Old toys can contain potentially hazardous materials that were permitted back in the day. Mom Detective shares tips for finding safe vintage toys for your children.
Ask Mom Detective: How Do I Maintain an Organic Garden?
Spending more time in the garden this spring? Mom Detective offers science-based tips for eco-friendly gardening, including nontoxic ways to deal with pests, nutrients, and more.
Ask Mom Detective: What Types of Countertops Are Safe and Not Too Expensive?
There is a dizzyingly large number of possible health concerns with countertops. Mom Detective walks us through how to make safer, healthier countertop choices for our families.
Ask Mom Detective: What Can Renters Do to Create Healthy Homes?
A renter can do more to “green” their home than you’d think. Here are the top ways to reduce chemical exposure and indoor air pollution without having to ask the landlord.
Ask Mom Detective: Can We Avoid Plastic When Shopping for School Supplies?
Think of all of the plastic school supplies now in landfills across the country. Mom Detective shares tips for making this back-to-school season plastic-free.
Ask Mom Detective: What’s the Best Window for My Family’s Health, My Wallet, and the Planet?
Shopping for energy-efficient replacement windows can leave you feeling dizzy. Mom Detective unpacks all the options to help you find safe, cost-effective, and planet-friendly windows for your family.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Wigs and Synthetic Hair Safe for Children?
There are many cultural and deeply personal reasons for wearing wigs or synthetic hair. Mom Detective shares the potential harms of these products so that you can make the decision that works best for your family.