Organic Baby Registry: Silikids- Siliskins

07.26.10

by- Michelle L

Here is a breakdown of the 3 most toxic chemicals found in plastics:

BPA: A chemical building block used to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Studies have linked BPA to hormone disruption, increased breast and prostate cancer cell growth, and early onset puberty and obesity.

PVC: A strong plastic polymer that can be made flexible through the use of plasticizers. Our bodies are contaminated with poisonous chemicals released during the PVC life cycle, such as mercury, dioxins, and phthalates, which may pose irreversible life-long health threats. When produced, burned, or heated, PVC plastic releases dioxins- a group of the most potent synthetic chemicals ever tested, which can cause cancer and harm the immune and reproductive systems.

Phthalates: A group of chemicals used as plasticisers in PVC and other plastics that are known to be testicular toxins and can disrupt hormones, damage the kidneys, liver and cause asthma.

Since BPA, PVC and Phthalates can leach toxins, it’s especially important to pay attention to products that will go into children’s mouths. When these toxic plastics are put in higher temperatures the chance they will leach out is much higher. BPA is not only a threat to bottles and toys, it is turning up in our food and beverages. BPA easily leaches into our food because it’s a unstable polymer- meaning its chemical bond can be easily broken down by heat and acidic conditions. So if you buy tomato sauce in a aluminum can, the chances of the BPA leaching are higher since tomatoes are highly acidic. Not to mention sodas!! Once the chemical bond breaks, BPA can leach out of plastics or the lining of aluminum cans. You want to avoid all aluminum cans as much as possible! Some scientist have even found BPA leaching from the ink in receipts.

The safest alternative to plastic is glass. The only problem with glass around children is the fact that it can break. Luckily there are amazing companies like Silikids that have created silicone covers- Siliskins for all glass bottles.

Silicone is  non-toxic and hypo allergenic. Silicone has few open pores, so it does not harboror promote bacteria or fungus growth. Because of its high heat resistance, silicone can be boiled to sterilize, is dishwasher safe, and washer and dryer safe. Silicone does not fade or retain odor, and is sturdy and easy to clean.

Silicone is basically made up of silicon, a natural element present in sand, quartz and rock, which, after oxygen, and is the most abundant element on earth. Silicon is transformed into silicone when combined with oxygen, carbon and hydrogen. Because it is an inert material, it does not react with food or beverages, or produce any hazardous fumes.

The prize today is 2 Siliskin bottle covers, one small and one large.  To enter, please post a link to your favorite feeding item on Franklin Goose.

Silikids Lime Large Bottle Cover

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Please post separate comments for each extra entry. 

MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS IN EACH ENTRY! THIS WILL MAKE IT EASY TO CONTACT THE WINNER!

The giveaway will close Friday, 6/30/10, at 5 pm EST.

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32 Responses to “Organic Baby Registry: Silikids- Siliskins”

  1. Amanda Hall says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:37 PM :

    Simple, classic :http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Evenflo-Classic-Glass-Bottle–8-oz I love glass bottles for my little guy!
    mandalynn72756@yahoo.com

  2. Amanda Hall says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:37 PM :

    I am a facebook fan!
    mandalynn72756@yahoo.com

  3. Amanda Hall says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:38 PM :

    i follow your blog
    mandalynn72756@yahoo.com

  4. Elena says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:41 PM :

    I am a fan on facebook :D

  5. Sarah McDuffie says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:44 PM :

    Favorite feeding item is the glass bottles! I used these for my oldest and then they were hard to find glad to see them back. http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Born-Free-Vented-Glass-Bottle-Gift-Set

  6. Sarah McDuffie says on July 26th, 2010 at 8:44 PM :

    Fan on facebook
    love2bpampered@gmail.com

  7. Emily Holyoak says on July 26th, 2010 at 9:08 PM :

    I’m a FB and twitter fan!

    Emilyjanehhi@gmail.com

    Emily Holyoak

  8. Shaina Carson says on July 26th, 2010 at 9:36 PM :

    Like many others here my favorite feeding item is a glass bottle. We use Born Free and love them!

    Link: http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Born-Free-5-oz-Wide-Neck-Glass-Bottle

  9. Melissa says on July 27th, 2010 at 5:54 AM :

    My favorite feeding item is the Lansinoh Double Electric Pump!

  10. Kristina says on July 27th, 2010 at 6:22 AM :

    I am (was?) a fan on facebook – I can no longer find your page?

  11. Kristina says on July 27th, 2010 at 6:22 AM :

    I follow the blog

  12. Kristina says on July 27th, 2010 at 6:27 AM :

    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Fresh-Baby-Food-Trays

    I love these covered babyfood trays

  13. Heather says on July 27th, 2010 at 8:27 AM :

    I’m with Kristina – totally adding these Fresh Baby Food Trays to my registry as just one of my favorites. : )

    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Fresh-Baby-Food-Trays

  14. Elizabeth J. says on July 27th, 2010 at 9:22 AM :

    Our favorite feeding item is the Kidco Frozen Treat Tray. It makes making healthy treats for the kids easy and since it is in the form of a popsicle, they WANT to eat it!
    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Kidco-Frozen-Treat-Tray

  15. Elizabeth J says on July 27th, 2010 at 9:23 AM :

    Following you on Facebook!

  16. Elizabeth J says on July 27th, 2010 at 9:24 AM :

    Following you on twitter, username lizrnbsn

  17. Elizabeth J. says on July 27th, 2010 at 9:24 AM :

    Subscribed to your blog!

  18. Mindy B says on July 27th, 2010 at 12:32 PM :

    My favorite is the Boon Squirt Feeding Spoon. It’s so great for on the go and helps keep a free hand while feeding! http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Boon-Squirt-Feeding-Spoons

  19. Mindy B says on July 27th, 2010 at 12:32 PM :

    I’m a Facebook Fan!

  20. Mindy B says on July 27th, 2010 at 12:33 PM :

    I follow you on Twitter! @armywifemindy

  21. Mindy B says on July 27th, 2010 at 12:34 PM :

    I follow your blog via Networked Blogs!

  22. Kara says on July 27th, 2010 at 1:07 PM :

    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Boon-Squirt-Feeding-Spoons
    My favorite feeding item is the boon squirt feeding spoon! I love this for my on the go 12 month old. No mess and I can feed him one handed. Fits a little more than a stage 2 baby food. Boon has some unique designs!

  23. Mary-Frances C. says on July 27th, 2010 at 2:32 PM :

    I love love love these cups! Great idea!
    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Siliskin-6-oz.-Glass-Set

  24. Mary-Frances C. says on July 27th, 2010 at 2:32 PM :

    Facebook fan/liker of Franklin Goose

  25. Mary-Frances C. says on July 27th, 2010 at 2:39 PM :

    Following FranklinGoose via Twitter @azmarry

  26. Mary-Frances C. says on July 27th, 2010 at 2:39 PM :

    Following your blog via Networked Blogs

  27. Kate M says on July 27th, 2010 at 11:16 PM :

    Love the food mill. I use it everyday!
    http://www.franklingoose.com/products/Kidco-BabySteps-Food-Mill-wcarrying-case

  28. Kara says on July 28th, 2010 at 8:55 AM :

    I’m a facebook fan

  29. Shawnda Hicks says on July 28th, 2010 at 10:45 AM :

    Iam a facebook fan

  30. Shawnda Hicks says on July 28th, 2010 at 10:46 AM :

    I follow on Twitter @ graysmama

  31. Kara says on July 29th, 2010 at 1:04 PM :

    I follow your blog!

  32. Minu says on July 29th, 2010 at 3:29 PM :

    I follow your blog……

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