Sometimes the things you might think are safe in your home that you wouldn’t think about worrying about, might actually not be harmful.  According to law firm Lorenz & Lorenz, manufacturers are required to make sure the products they sell are safe, yet that often doesn’t happen.  One example of a product that’s gotten a lot of negative attention in recent years is baby powder. As a parent, you might be wondering what the risks of baby powder are and what alternatives are available.  What Are the Risks of Baby Powder?

What is Baby Powder?

If you’re a new parent, you might consider using baby powder for your newborn. Baby powder can absorb moisture and reduce friction. In doing so, it can prevent diaper rashes and irritation that occurs because of chafing.  Some baby powders are made with talc, also known as talcum powder, but not all are.  [Read more…]

Moms have it rough. If you’re a mom, you know exactly what it takes in terms of energy and focus and stamina to go from sun-up to midnight with your kids. Somewhere in there, you’re exhausted before lunch, and then the pain starts. One of the areas of the body where the pain is a daily battle is in the feet. What you need most are some tips on how to beat foot pain when you are constantly on the go as a mom.

Choose the Right Footwear

You see these moms out there walking around in stilettos or high-heeled boots or some other insane fashion statement. Sure, they look good, but their feet have got to be killing them. As much as you may want to sport similar hot-looking shoes, it just is not worth the pain halfway through your already long day. With this in mind, wear shoes with arch support to reduce foot pain. There are plenty of sensible shoes with the right support that still looks really good on your feet. If you aren’t sure which shoes to buy, ask your orthopedics doctor for suggestions.  [Read more…]