It’s Spring and a time of planting. This summer we actually plan on having our own greenhouse. It will be simple, but an important aspect for our family. Already, our children are beginning to grow their own organic produce at an early age. They are already learning the importance of why it is important to eat organic vegetables/fruits. Even for moms that are pregnant, it is important that they eat organic foods as much as possible and provide organic produce for their baby.

I’ve always served our little ones organic foods. They basically eat what our family eats and if they learn early to enjoy vegetables and good things, they will continue that in their life. My children all love vegetables. They even love garlic, onions, humus and other nutritious foods. One of my babies loved avocado and my two year old just loves garlic and humus.

Before you start to create your baby’s nursery,with there are a few very important things to keep in mind. I will discuss them in greater length in future entries. This just gives you some basics to think about.

1. Healthy paint with low VOC’s
2. no rugs or healthy rugs only
3. an organic crib mattress - do not use a conventional crib mattress. Many of the ones with chemicals are already being taken off the market and removed from baby stores.
4. organic bedding - organic blankets, organic sheets
5. organic baby toys
6. Air purifier such as the Baby’s Breath Air Purifier
7. using only non-toxic healthy (chemical free) cleaners

I’ve recently been doing research on various obstetrics and fertility drugs and found this information.  I thought it would be very helpful. It’s very concerning to me when I read about this.
http://www.aimsusa.org/obstetricdrugs.htm

It’s hard to believe that it is almost Thanksgiving and soon Christmas.  It is one of my favorite times of the year.  I think about how blessed I am to be a mom of four adorable children and thank God for everything that He has given me. I am so thankful to be able to home school my children and work from home.  He has given me so wonderful customers as well and I am thankful to each one.

I make many friends through my business.  In the last two days I spoke to customers that are in the process of adopting or have adopted children recently. I hope to one day give children a home that do not have one as well.

Thank you to all my wonderful customers!  Enjoy this time of year with the ones you love.  God Bless you and your family.

I have been reading numerous reports on SIDS recently and as I posted in my last blog, there are contributing factors to SIDS.

One concern is the baby mattress.  There are so many chemicals that come from your babies mattress unless it is actually made of organic cotton (or green cotton).  In addition to these chemicals, as babies receive vaccinations, their breathing can be slowed down while they are sleeping.  With the chemicals the baby is breathing in and a reduction in air, I believe this can certainly contribute to SIDS. My suggestion is to purchase a mattress without the chemicals in it.

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–Crib-Mattress-Futons–250.html
Vaccinations are a family decision and I will never tell a parent not to vaccinate, but we chose not to vaccinate our children after doing research. I urge every parent to do the proper research and prayerfully consider the best decision.
In addition, I think it is important to have an Air Purifier in the babies room.  An air purifier will remove impurities in the air and also keep the air circulated.  This to me is very important.  A baby should also be breathing in the cleanest air possible.

We carry the Baby’s Breath Air Purifier and use this one here at home.  We also use the larger models in our home to clean the air of chemical pollutants.  If you are interested in purchasing other models, please let us know.

http://www.mommasbaby.com/item–Austin-Air-Baby-s-Breath-Air-Purifier–austinairpurifier.html

So many moms today are setting up an organic nursery for their baby.  Even moms in Hollywood (which includes many of my customers) are setting up beautiful nurseries in organic fabrics.
Purely natural and organic fabrics are the best choice for your baby.  Even after reading various studies and doing research, I have come to the conclusion that off gassing from chemicals in addition to vaccinations can harm children and possibly cause SIDS. I will write more on that in a future blog post.
We have created a line of Purely Natural Baby bedding which includes moses baskets in organic fabrics and coordinating crib ensembles and more.  We even custom create your own organic nursery for you!  Custom organic nurseries are just beautiful!

Fro more information , please contact us.

See our natural organic nursery section and our organic moses basket section for further information.

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–Natural-Nursery–103.html

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–All-organic-Moses-Baskets-and-more–125.html

According to research, there are 10 foods that you do not need to purchase organically due to the lower pesticide amount in them.  These foods are grown conventionally, but grown with fewer pesticides. This will help your family to save money.  Before I read this, I was always purchasing organic peas, broccoli and bananas.  Now I can use the money towards other foods.

• Broccoli
• Eggplant
• Cabbage
• Banana
• Kiwi
• Asparagus
• Sweet peas (frozen)
• Mango
• Pineapple
• Sweet corn (frozen)
• Avocado
• Onion

For a full artice, please see the following:

http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02984/12-Foods-You-Dont-Have-to-Buy-Organic.html

In addition, I always make certain to wash my fruits and vegetables well prior to making them.  We even use a squirt bottle filled with a natural wash on all produce.  Vinegar, salt, grapefruit seed extract and coconut are all wonderful and you can mix all together to make a great spray! Vinegar is actually my favorite item to clean with and taking the organic vinegar internally each day is also very good for your immune system.

One thing I treasure is taking a daily nap with my baby whenever possible.  Not only do they sleep better, but it helps the mother also get an extra boost in energy to carry out the remainder of the day.  I also love that cuddle time together.

As a homeschool mother of four and owner of a business, I definitely need that time to relax.  Even if you don’t sleep, it gives you a chance to wind down and rest.

I nurse my baby while lying down with them and if they stir to nurse more, I often find that they sleep for longer lengths of time even when I get up.  It really is wonderful for them and for momma! 

Throughout each pregnancy, I’ve always made certain to walk almost every day and I also do a great deal of swimming in the summer months.  I also went mountain biking until I could no longer do it safely with the baby.  Of course, I was always very careful and stayed off of rugged terrain while pregnant.

I’ve always believed exercise to be very important for both a mother and baby. Now, they have found that excersie during pregnany is very important for a baby’s heart. It’s wonderful news and I encourage every momma to be as active as possible during pregnancy.  Always do safe sports, but keeping active is important for you and your unborn baby.

For the full article, see the following:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23997584/

As a mother of four children, there are a few things I believe are very important as far as heatlh.  One of those is eating right.  We eat organic foods whenever possible.  Of course, with four children, it is not always possible to have everything organic, but I try to purchase as much organic food as possible for our home.  I also start our babies out on organic foods and avoid anything processed or anything that contains chemicals of any kind.

I also believe that wearing organic clothing is important for babies.  I always make certain to have them in organic sleepwear every night.  It is not always possible to purchase all organic clothing as they grow older, but as an infant, I do believe having them wear organic footies, organic kimonos, buntings etc is important. Since they are not as mobile at this point and spend a great deal of time sleeping, purchasing the healthiest, organic clothing for your infant is best.

We are adding more and more organic clothing for our customers.  Currently, we carry Under the Nile organic clothing as well as Bossy Baby organic clothing, organic veggie wear and organic baby bodies with adorable little sayings on them.  We are also adding organic clothing from Peru that is absolutely beautiful!  In the near future, we also plan on adding a Purely Natural Baby wear line.

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–Purely-Natural-and-Organic-Clothing–134.html

Organic bedding is also very important.  Purchasing organic futons, organic crib mattresses and organic fitted sheets and blankets is all important for your baby.  Since babies spend a great deal of their time sleeping, it is important to have the healthiest bedding available for them.  In general, it is important for everyone of all ages to have organic bedding.

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–Natural-Nursery–103.html

http://www.mommasbaby.com/cat–Crib-Mattress-Futons–250.html