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We do the research so you don’t have to. Here are our latest articles with tips on keeping you and your little sprout healthy.

Beware of PVC in Kids' Rain Gear

Keep your Family Safe from Quats (Commonly Found in Household Cleaning Products)

Quats Linked to Birth Defects - Chemicals Commonly Found in Cleaning Products

Chemical Sunscreen Can Enter the Bloodstream After One Day

At Play

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Everyday Exposure to the Herbicide Glyphosate (the Ingredient in Roundup)

Harmful Chemicals Found in Artificial Turf on Playgrounds

Toxic Chemicals Found in Squishies

Testing Our Daughters for Banned Phthalates

A New Ban on Phthalates in Plastic Toys

Sprout's PlanToys Factory Tour

Throw Out Your Old Plastic Toys!

Buying Safe School Supplies

Why We No Longer Carry Sophie the Giraffe

There's BPA in that Receipt Paper

Bathtime & Bedtime

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New Evidence Confirms Lavender & Tea Tree Oils are Hormone Disruptors

Exposing Unlabeled Toxic Fragrance Chemicals

The Question of Lavender

Children's PJs: What Those Scary-Looking Labels Really Mean

Baby's Tub is Still Toxic

The Dirt on Antibacterials from Dr. Larry Weiss

Sleep Tips from Renowned Sleep Expert, Vivian Sonnenberg

Lovies & Blankets: Keep it Natural & Soft

Natural Solutions to Dry Winter Skin

Is Your Natural Personal Care Safe?

For Mom & Dad

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Mom Owned Businesses

Exposing Unlabeled Toxic Fragrance Chemicals

Safer Cosmetics with Beautycounter

What To Pack In Your Hospital Bag

Learn About the Sprout San Francisco Baby Registry

What You Really Need When You First Bring Your Baby Home

Information is Scary, but Don't Run! Just Do What You Can.

I am Pregnant! Now What Should I Change?

Our Secret Club: Learn What We Know Now

Cell Phone Safety

Healthy Baby Guides

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The Endocrine System & the Harms of Endocrine Disruptors

Healthy Baby Guides to Toys

Healthy Baby Guide to Bedding

Healthy Baby Guide to Clothing

Healthy Baby Guide Glossary

Healthy Baby Guides Overview

Healthy Baby Guide to Food

Healthy Baby Guide to Household Cleaners

Healthy Baby Guide to Mattresses

Healthy Baby Guide to Bottles & Food Storage

Healthy Home

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Beware of PVC in Kids' Rain Gear

Keep your Family Safe from Quats (Commonly Found in Household Cleaning Products)

Quats Linked to Birth Defects - Chemicals Commonly Found in Cleaning Products

Toxic Chemical 1,4-Dioxane Found in Numerous Household Products

Everyday Exposure to the Herbicide Glyphosate (the Ingredient in Roundup)

BPA Substitute Chemicals May be More Harmful than BPA Itself

Low Dose Toxicity of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals

Everyday Toxins are Causing Damage to Our Children’s Brains

Prenatal Chemical Exposure Speeds Puberty in Girls

New Evidence Confirms Lavender & Tea Tree Oils are Hormone Disruptors

Mealtime

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Melamine Chemical Commonly Used in Tableware Found to be Possible Endocrine Disruptor

Avoid Fluorinated Chemicals in Disposable Food Containers

7 Carcinogenic Flavors Banned by the FDA

Food Packaging Additives & Child Health - Guidelines from the AAP

An Alphabet of Bisphenols - BPA-Free, but BPS, BPF, BPZ, and more still included...

The Problem with Plastics

Tips on Teaching Kids to Eat Healthy Foods

Why BPA-Free Products Aren't Any Better

How to Pack a Healthy & Waste-Free Lunch

What's so Bad About GMOs? Hint: it's the Herbicides...

Nursery & Big Kid Room Inspiration

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11 Must-Haves for Your Organic Baby Registry

Natural & Organic Gift Ideas for Crafty Kids

20 Stocking Stuffers Under $20

Top 10 Holiday Gifts

The Classic Play Kitchen is Your Little One's Dream Kitchen

Glittering Gold Magical Unicorn Baby Shower

Introducing... Babyletto Hudson!

Star Toddler Room Look

Bohemian Nursery Look

Eclectic Nursery Look

On the Go

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Chemical Sunscreen Can Enter the Bloodstream After One Day

Sunscreen Chemicals Banned in Hawaii are also Bad for our Bodies

Zinc Oxide: Is This Something We Should Worry About?

Traveling with a Toddler - Cross Country by Plane

Summer Travel Essentials for Parents

How to Find a Safer Sunscreen

Why We Stopped Carrying Orbit Car Seats

Foonf or Fllo - Which Clek Convertible Car Seat is Right for You?

Protect Your Family from Toxic Flame Retardants

Sprout Style

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The Best Organic Brands For Your Baby

Disney Clothing: Not So Cute After All

Benefits of Merino Wool - Organic Clothing for your Children

Designing a Second Girl's Room: How to Make it Unique

Transitioning Wardrobes for Cooler Seasons

Our Interior Design Guru, Meredith Legenos

Creating an Organic, Healthy, & Stylish Nursery

The Benefits of KicKee Pants Bamboo Fabric

Green Nursery Design