Frequently Asked Questions on Organic Baby and Family Products and Related Topics. Find Answers or Submit your Questions to Us.

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Posted by Julian on Tue, 2008/10/21 - 6:06pm in

We have compiled a series of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on organic topics for our readers. After an initial and concise answer, we then elaborate in full detail - and with other relevant information to that specific FAQ - on the whys and wherefores of organic products and lifestyles. Of course this is an ongoing project and we will come any questions relating to topics connected to organic products and lifestyles for babies children and families alike.

Why are Organic Crib Mattresses Safer than Your Traditional Crib Mattresses?
– An organic crib mattress reduces your baby's contact to harmful toxins. Organic mattresses have far less potentially harmful chemicals and allergens, so greatly reduce your vulnerable infant's absorption of toxins through breathing and contact. Read more...

Why use an organic mattress?
Organic mattresses are more comfortable than traditional mattresses, hypoallergenic, much more durable and chemical-free. You sleep rested and re-assured that you are not inhaling toxins all night long.  Read more...

Why Shoud We Use Organic Bedding? What Are The Advantages?
Organic bedding lasts longer, repels dust mites, reduces mildew, and specifically is almost entirely free from harmful chemicals found in traditional bedding. By reducing your immune system’s workload, you are less tired. Read more...

Can Organic Bedding Truly Prevent SIDS?
The cause of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) is unknown. Inhalation of toxins commonly found in standard bedding and mattresses may result in deeper levels of “unconscious” sleep, immobility and suffocation. Organic bedding is virtually toxin-free. Read more...

How Does Organic Cotton Farming Help The Environment?
Cotton growing expends very high levels of chemicals, insecticides and fertilizers in its production.  Regulated organic cotton uses none, thus greatly protecting our planet's environment. Read more...

What Does Organically Certified Mean?
Organic certification is required before anything can be labeled as organic. The certification process ensures the product is chemical-free, non-GMO, raised with healthy growing practices and from renewable sources. Read more...

What Is Organic Food?
Food that has been grown without any kind of man-made chemicals, such as pesticides or fertilizers, can be marketed as organic. All organic food in the US and EU, amongst others, must meet stringent certification guidelines. Read more...

Is Organic Food Better For Us? – Probably but
not 100% certain, so - maybe! Organic foods may well be safer for us as they
contain less harmful, “artificial” chemicals, but there is some controversy on whether
they really are healthier in all cases. Read more...

What are organic skin care products?
Organic skin care products are free of man-made chemicals including possibly-carcinogenic parabens; these products are great for sensitive skin and help promote healthier skin.  Read more...

What Are Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)?
Volatile organic compounds are carbon-based and potentially dangerous chemicals that steadily vaporise. This includes products containing varnish and chemical fire retardants such as bedding and furniture. Read more...

What Is Sustainable Wood?
Sustainable wood comes from trees that have been harvested in ways that do not adversely affect the ecosystem of the forest and that do not deplete natural resources. Read more...