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I’m Manda aka The Green Mama.
Writer, Researcher, Ecological designer, and founder of The Green Mama. I’ve spent the last twenty years helping thought-leaders, institutions, and parents understand how to grow greener families and communities.
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Sweeping away the clutter of iffy parenting advice, the Green Mama speaks to scientists, researchers, and moms to give expecting and current parents the best guide to health issues affecting our children. Filled with humour, good advice, and helpful resources, Green Mama-to-Be is the essential book for today’s expectant parent.
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I have a toddler and I recently purchased a 1937 home. After reading about lead paint hazards and noticing some areas with slightly deteriorating paint, I am now having second thoughts about my purchase and am going crazy chasing my toddler around the house.
Unfortunately, I did not do a lead inspection during the home inspection process, as my realtor said “all homes built before 1978 have lead paint so there is no point in doing an inspection.” Of course I would like to find the areas that have lead now, so I know what I need to address and where my “hot spots” are, but was wondering if I could rent an XRF gun and do this myself to look for lead paint in the home? I know people do this to look at toys, etc, but can it be done for the interior and exterior of a house–in lieu of having a formal inspection–and, if so, what companies/brands should I look for?
Thank you.
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The Beginning of Life invites everyone to reflect: are we taking good care of this unique moment, which defines both the present and future of humankind? The film is available in Theaters and on VIDEOCAMP with free public screenings Worldwide.
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