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Ask Mom Detective: What Are the Safest Options for a Child’s Mattress?
Ask Mom Detective: Is Wrapping Paper Okay for the Environment?
Wrapping paper could be justifiable if it were all recyclable—but it is not. Mom Detective offers tips for keeping the holiday magic without as much waste.
Ask Mom Detective: How Can I Tell If Tap Water Is Safe to Drink?
How do we know if our tap water is safe to drink? Mom Detective weighs in on water testing, lead pipes, filtration systems, and the many cons of bottled water.
Ask Mom Detective: What Are the Safest Pots and Pans?
Chemicals, metals, and elements leaching from the surfaces we cook on daily can and do get into our food. Read Mom Detective’s tips for finding the safest pots and pans for your family.
Ask Mom Detective: How Do I Find a Safe Couch?
Mom Detective shares tips for avoiding flame retardants and other toxic chemicals when buying a new couch or upgrading an old one.
Ask Mom Detective: Are Dishwasher Pods OK for the Environment?
Mom Detective answers a question from a member in California: “I like to use those dishwasher pods in the disposable clear packs, but I want to make sure they break down in the environment. Do they?”
Mom Detective: The Trouble With Dental Floss
Dental floss can be coated with some of the most persistent toxic chemicals, and this is particularly concerning with floss, because what you put in your mouth has direct access to your body and bloodstream. The good news is that there are safer floss options out there.
Mom Detective: Why Wrapping Paper Gets a Bad Rap
Paper wrapping is often made from nonrecyclable materials, including plastics. Here are the basics of eco-friendly gift wrapping.
ASK MOM DETECTIVE: Q&A’s About Toxic Chemicals in Our Products
Are you concerned about the thousands of chemicals your family encounters every single day? Ask our MOM DETECTIVE! She’ll untangle product labels, give tips for chemicals to avoid, and provide safer options to your burning questions about toxic chemicals.
Winter Sports. Winter Olympics. Winter Chemicals.
From head to toe, your winter gear may be covered with PFAS “forever” chemicals.
The Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics That Never Leave Your Body
A recent study found that nearly half of cosmetic products tested contained toxic “forever chemicals” – per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS).
Healthy Home Cleaning Tips to Avoid Toxins
Here are spring cleaning tips for safe and effective toxic-free home cleaning.