Just 4% of Houses are Free of Dust Mite Allergens, a Significant Factor in Risk of Developing Asthma
How big an issue are allergens from the house dust mite? Well, one thing is for sure, they are widespread, being at detectable levels in practically every household - 96% of them to be more precise. And the other thing we know is that the higher the exposure to dust mite allergens, the greater the chance of developing asthma and the more severe the symptoms. This we know thanks to a few pieces of research.
What are VOCs and why should new parents care?
VOCs are Volatile Organic Compounds. These are gases emitted from certain solids or liquids. When this happens, the term often used is ‘off gassing’, a phrase you’ll probably see more often in the future. The word “volatile” means that chemicals present within the item can evaporate into the air at room temperature and the word “organic” means that chemicals within the item are carbon based. VOCs include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short or long-term adverse health effects.
6 Things to Look For when Buying a Cot Mattress
Buying the right mattress for your baby is actually much more important than deciding which cot you are going for. It is the mattress surface that your baby will lie on for more than half their day that should take priority rather than the design and style of the cot or crib. I would always recommend that you spend more money on a good healthy baby mattress rather than the cot.
Biocides and Baby Mattresses – the Birth of the Super Mite?
We are now in an era of biocide treatment of everyday consumer products. More and more products are being treated with biocides to serve a specific function such as preventing the growth of bacteria and fungi or repelling insects to name but a few.