BPA-free BornFreeTM products for parents who want the best for their kids

BPA (Bisphenol-A) may act as an endocrine disruptor and cause developmental and neurological problems in babies and young children during the critical stages of their development, recent research suggests. This was one of the main topics discussed on yesterday’s breakfast media briefing, hosted by BornFreeTM and presented by U.S. scientist Dr. Alan Greene and Ron Vigdor, President of BornFree USA.

Reports suggest that small amounts of BPA leach into food or beverages stored in polycarbonate containers, especially when the contents are heated. It is a chemical that mimics the effect of the hormone oestrogen in the body. It affects reproductive, neurological and immune systems. Babies and growing children are particularly at risk from exposure. This increases the risk for bottle-fed babies, if their bottles are not BPA-free, because they are still undergoing many hormone-controlled developmental processes.

BPA has been completely banned from use in baby feeding products in Canada and steps are being taken to ban BPA in baby-feeding products in the US. In the UK only the leaching of BPA within plastics is limited. However, there are already 100% BPA-free baby and children products on the UK market. Parents looking to protect their babies from potentially harmful chemicals are today being advised to buy BornFreeTM, the world’s leading brand for baby bottles and feeding devices free from Phthalates, PVC and Bisphenol-A (BPA).

The brand, which is a best-seller in the USA, and also becoming a leader in the UK, offers a completely safe option for parents wishing to avoid any risks from BPA. And it’s not just the BPA-free materials used that has helped BornFreeTM to become number 1 choice for parents, but also the efficacy of the products themselves.

All bottles and cups feature the unique BornFreeTM venting system, designed to reduce colic and middle-ear infections by reducing vacuum build-up. Non-leak bottles and cups are wide-necked, aesthetically pleasing, easy to hold and dishwasher-safe. The BornFreeTM feeding system encourages easy transition from breast to bottle-feeding, and is built around interchangeable parts; teats, spouts and handles, which fit all bottles and cups.

And how about those cute BPA-free soothers for day and night use with a flexible handle that retains its shape and doesn’t hamper sleep. It is an orthodontic silicone soother and also features an orthodontic collapsible teat that breathable shield to reduce skin irritation and protect sensitive skin.

For further details on the range and availability through stockists visit www.babybornfree.co.uk

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1 Comment December 3, 2009

Keep your kids healthy with toxic-free baby products from VUPbaby

There are many researches which have proven that chemicals such as BPA, PVC and Phthlates can be harmful to the health of children. It was scary for me to read in the press that these chemicals have been proven to be absorbed into the body, contributing to a rise in the number of people suffering from cancer, asthma and infertility. As a mother of 2-year old girl, I’ve been quite concerned about it, and have done lots of search to find safe toxic free products. For example, BPA (bisphenol-A) – a chemicals used in plastic bottles – has been associated with a number of health problems such as breast and prostrate cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, hormone disruption and neural and behavioural effects in infants and children.

Happily I finally found the recently launched VUPbaby website, which is a one stop shop of the best non-toxic baby products from around the world which are free from BPA, PVC & Phthalates. Here I found top brands products such as Born Free, Wee-go (just launched in the UK), MAM, Boon, ORE & Smart Mom – some of which have not previously been available here. The best thing is that these products are not only toxic-free, but also practical and stylish. The co-founder of VUPbaby, Heena Thakker confessed that their range of products had been carefully selected from around the world, offering parents the choice to give their precious ones the best possible start in life.

So I am now going to purchase some great products from VUPbaby’s website straightaway, and might also choose from their lovely Gift Ideas for Christmas range. If you would like to do the same, enter promo code “KIDDIE” at checkout to get 10% off your first order!

1 Comment December 2, 2009