STAINLESS STEEL FEEDING BOTTLES

Green Kid Stainless Steel Bottles

Why Stainless Steel?

Many elements contained in plastic can be dangerous to your baby’s health. Many leading bottle brands include a BPA free alternative and while this is a safer option, it does not address the other toxic and dangerous elements found in plastic. Even BPA-free bottles may STILL leach phthalates and other toxic elements into your baby’s milk, especially when heated, frozen or scratched. Babies and young children are most at risk due to their undeveloped endocrine systems.

 Stainless steel is the safe, non leaching, non-toxic and durable answer! It is also 100% recyclable, unlike plastic.

 

What is BPA and what are Phthalates?

Bisphenol A is the most common chemical used in plastic and is the main building block in polycarbonate. It is a powerful endocrine disruptor which can mimic the body’s own hormones to an alarming degree. Many bottle brands misleadingly advertise as being BPA free. To meet European BPA free standards there only needs to be a LOW level of BPA and not a total removal. This is truly an offence on the unwitting consumer. *Please note that there are bottle brands that truly are 100% BPA free. That said there are numerous new concerns that there are other toxins present in BPA free bottles.

 Babies are most sensitive to Bisphenol A due to their underdeveloped and very sensitive endocrine systems. Studies have even linked prenatal exposure to later neurological difficulties such as ADHD, depression and hyperactivity.

 Infants and children are believed to have the highest daily intake of BPA due to the use of plastic baby bottles, sippy cups and plates. Effects on infants and children may include obesity; early onset of puberty, inadequate brain development and behavioural issues. Breast tissue development in boys, increased risk of breast cancer in girls, prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction has also been attributed to this nasty chemical.

 Starting in 2008, several governments questioned the safety of this compound, prompting worldwide scientific research into the effects of BPA. A 2010 report from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) raised further concerns regarding exposure of foetuses, infants, and young children.[1] In September 2010, Canada became the first country to declare BPA a toxic substance.[2][3] In the European Union and Canada, BPA use is banned in baby bottles. Then, in July 2012, the FDA banned the use of BPA in all baby bottles and children’s drinking cups.[4]

 Phthalates are chemical plasticizers used to soften plastics that would otherwise be brittle and crack when bent. Because phthalates are not chemically bound to the plastics they’re added to, they’re continuously released into the air, food or liquid.

 Studies show that there is potential for phthalates to lower sperm production and cause anatomical abnormalities related to the male genitalia. There has also been a suggested link between phthalates and asthma, timing of puberty or the risk for childhood obesity, among others.

Are there any other hidden dangers in plastic?

There is growing concern regarding the other potentially toxic elements found in plastic e.g. BPS. By nature, plastic DOES leach chemicals and although there is not enough evidence YET to show that these are harmful to humans, studies are now being conducted to determine their safety.

Remember that 2 years ago BPA was regarded as 100% safe for human consumption. We believe that Plastic is dangerous to you and your babies health – it is simply not worth the risk. Our motto is Zero.Plastic!

Is there any plastic lining in my Green.Kid bottle?

The 18/8 stainless steel used in our bottles is 100% non-leaching, plastic-free, lead free and PVC free.

Some containers sold as stainless steel bottles may contain plastic liners which contain BPA and Phthalates. As this liner comes into direct contact with liquid, this defeats the object of using stainless steel altogether.

What about the materials used in the teat and cap?

The whole Green.Kid stainless range is 100% plastic free. Our teats and caps are crafted from silicone only which is completely safe, non-leaching and BPA free.

 What about glass?

Although glass itself is safe with regards to BPA and dangerous elements, the plastic ring used to seal the top of most glass baby bottles is NOT. Glass can be dangerous for your baby or toddler to use due to breakage or chipping and is also extremely heavy when filled and carried around. Remember, toddlers love to throw things!

Stainless steel is as light, if not lighter than plastic and is virtually unbreakable, leaving it as the only truly usable alternative to plastic.

Please click to see images of these fantastic bottles

THE SNUGGLEBUNDL BABY LIFTING BLANKET

ALL ABOUT THE SNUGGLEBUNDL BABY LIFTING BLANKET



The beauty of the Snugglebundl baby lifting baby blanket, like all good ideas, is that it is incredibly simple. It was originally conceived and designed for parents and carers to reducethe amount of bending and stooping to pick up, lay down or move their babies.

The reduced strain on the body, when using the Snugglebundl baby blanket , means that mums who need to recover from post birth difficulties will find this product very helpful. Indeed any parent or carer who wants to take the strain out of their back will benefit from using the unique Snugglebundl lift and lay baby blanket. Grandparents and elderly carers especially love it for its ease of use and safety.

How it works

The Snugglebundl baby blanket works in a similar way to a hammock, pulling up around the baby to support the head, neck and spine and the padded hood carefully protects the baby's crown. The extra strength support handles mean that you can safely and securely lift up or placedown your baby with just one hand!

No more need to support the back of the neck whilst lifting or laying- which means your baby stays asleep! The Snugglebundl baby blanket will fit into car seats, prams, pushchairs, cots, cribs and carrycots. It provides a readily available warm and soft surface to lay your baby down anywhere. And, if your baby wants a nap, it can then be used to wrap around, like a papoose with a little tie on the side to prevent it from being kicked open.

If they are asleep and you need to move them you will find that picking up is so easy and the snugness, warmth and comfort of the Snugglebundl baby blanket means they stay asleep when moving them from one place to another. This is what makes it so unique from any other product on the market and why it could well be one of the best and most useful baby products you will ever own. As one mum put it, "When you have been kept awake all night, then keeping your baby asleep when lifting or laying them is priceless!"

 

The Snugglebundl Journey

The idea for the Snugglebundl baby lifting baby blanket came from necessity for David Solomons when his daughter was first born. His wife Suzi had some serious complications during the birth, which resulted in her being very limited in her movement and unable to bend or lift without extreme discomfort. At the same time David's back problem meant that he struggled to bend and lift as well!

Between the two of them they found lifting up, laying down and manoeuvring their new baby in and out of pushchairs and car seats extremely awkward. To help the problem David would lay his daughter on a blanket and gather it up in a bundle around her and then simply pick her up! That was for him the "Eureka" moment. And from that point he began to think about the concept of a safe lifting blanket for babies. In the new year of 2011 he teamed up with Mike Edwards, his good friend, neighbour, fellow father and fellow designer and his lovely, ever-optimistic, enthusiastic and hard-working wife Heidi, Together they worked out the best way to fully support the baby's head and neck and safely protect the crown.

The strength of the handles was of course paramount, but it also had to look good and be functional and durable too. In the months that followed they made hundreds of prototypes in different sizes, lengths and materials. They gathered a team of new parents to trial these, and from those results the Snugglebundl baby-lifting baby blanket was finally born (Called the Bundl for short!). They knew we had it right when the mums testing them refused to give them up! From this one idea they decided to start our own innovative baby product company, which was lovingly called Snugglebundl after their unique blanket.

How to use the amazing Snugglebundl baby lifting baby blanket Wrapping your baby in the Snugglebundl

1. Roll the hood back before laying your baby centrally on the Snugglebundl(BUNDL) baby blanket. Note - Always lay your baby on its back and never in the prone position when using the BUNDL

2. Fold any excess material over your baby's feet if required.

3. Wrap your baby by folding the left side over the right and tying the ribbon through the top handle.

4. The hood should always be rolled back when the baby is horizontal in the BUNDL. Also roll and fold the material away from the face. Note - Always ensure that your baby is not to hot when fully wrapped. Adjust accordingly to the surrounding conditions and temperatures. Always ensure you can see your baby's face.

Placing your baby in a car seat in the Snugglebundl Baby blanket

1. With your baby in the Snugglebundl gently place them into the car seat and open the blanket up.

2. Pull bottom strap between legs creating pockets with the blanket for the feet or alternatively just tuck the blanket under their legs . Pull the shoulder straps over and lock in place. Ensure that straps are done up to the correct tightness...

3. If required the blanket can be folded back over the baby for extra warmth.

4. If weather is hot then simply tuck the BUNDL under the legs and leave open. The hood can also be folded back.

Lifting and laying your baby on the Snugglebundl baby blanket

1. Lay your baby face up in the centre of the blanket with their head into the hood. Any excess blanket at the foot end can either be folded over their feet or under them or just left loose.

2. Bring reinforced handles together and with a firm grip gently lift your baby up.

3. Transfer your baby to your arms.

4. Always lay your baby down gently in the BUNDL.

5. It is recommended to put your baby down on soft surfaces for added comfort.

No more leaning over & back pains - Enjoy!



Rocking

The Snugglebundl baby blanket can be used to rock your baby with either the handles together or with the BUNDL open so you can maintain eye contact. If they are feeling tired it won't take them long to drift to sleep, leaving you the easy job of simply laying them straight down already cosy and secure in their beautiful snuggly soft Snugglebundl blanket.

Click to watch this video on the Snugglebundl to learn more!

JUST BAMBINOS NEWSLETTER - FEBRUARY EDITION

Just Bambinos Newsletter
February 2012		Volume 1, Number 3
			Welcome to the third edition of the Just Bambinos newsletter. Hope you have had a good start to the new year and looking forward to the year ahead. Feature Product HAPPY HOPPERZ Happy Hopperz are colourful inflatable bouncers based on the classic space hopper. They are all in the shape of animals and have ears and horns for your little one to grip onto while the cleverly designed feet keep a steady bounce. The toy is perfect for encouraging play and development and teaching your child balance and co-ordination whilst having hours of fun, you'll find it hard to get them off them. The Happy Hopperz are the perfect gift for a toddler. A major feature is that as they are inflatable they can be easily deflated enabling you to take them with you when staying with family or friends or when going on your hols! Click link below to watch a video of the Happy Hopper in action. Midwifery Matters Everyone knows breast is best but do you know the reasons why. For information about this topic Click link: Midwifery Myths Question: You shouldn't use the steam room or sauna during pregnancy? Answer: This is true. In fact you should avoid anything that raises your body temperature above 102 degrees. Competition News Thanks to all who entered our competition last month to win a pair of Lammy Slippers. We had a tremendous response. Congratulations to our winner:- Ms Jill Osborne of Cornwall -------------------------------------------------------------- This month's competition is for the chance to win the fabulous Stainless Steel Feeding Bottle from GreenKid Stainless. It comes in "Big Apple Green" and holds 150ml/5oz. It also comes complete with a silicone "sippy cup teat" for converting bottles to cups. Click to read more: To enter the competition, just "like" our Facebook page. What could be easier? The winner will be drawn at random on 28th February. Good luck!    Promotional Offer We are currently having a sale offer of up to 50% off our Happy Horse cuddly toy range. Live Chat On Our Website If you need any advice on your pregnancy or newborn please be aware that we offer a 'Live Chat' facility on our website. You will be given up to date and research based advice from Mandy - your online midwife. Just click on the icon at the top our home page most weekdays from 8pm Innovative Product Take a look at the latest product on our website:- The My Buddy Buggy Lock:      Click link to read more about this product Keep checking our website, facebook and twitter feeds for news of these products. Finally, We would like thank you for your custom and interest with Just Bambinos. Best wishes Mandy & Ian Just Bambinos Ltd Justbambinos@gmail.com www.justbambinos.co.uk