6 Ways Hollywood Moms Keep Little Ones Safe

Published on Monday, January 24 2011

Written by Wes Ferguson

1) Use All Natural Cleaning Products: All-natural cleaning products are widely available in stores these days, but you can also make your own using ingredients such as white vinegar and baking powder.

2) Buy Organic or Untreated Fabrics: Look for clothes and sheets made from natural materials like linen, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk, and organic cotton. Organic and untreated are better choices for the planet and, of course, your baby.

3) Decorate With Eco-Friendly Materials: Non-VOC paints are a healthier, more eco-friendly alternative to standards paints. No matter what, paint your nursery at least a month in advance of your baby's arrival and keep the windows open so chemicals and other solvents will have time to dissipate. Look for furniture made with organic or untreated fabrics and PBDE-free foam.

4) Buy Second-Hand Furniture or Borrow From A Friend: Used furniture has most likely off-gassed the majority of toxins in finishes, paint, or construction, which makes buying or borrowing used furniture an excellent way to be health conscious, stay within a budget, and practice recycling.

5) Don't Get Caught Up in the Hype: Keep in mind you may not need everything that's recommended. Perhaps you will decide to simply use bio-bags to dispose of diapers rather than buy a fancy diaper pail, for example. It's easy to over-buy.

6) Keep A Shoeless Home: Remove your shoes before entering your home and avoid using pesticides and insecticides in your yard.

For the real tech-savvy mom who wants to keep up with all the latest, they offer a phone app called "Peaceful Nursery" that is available for download (p.s. while you're downloading, be sure to check out the Young Hollywood app too!).

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