The Earth-Friendly Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby Care
September 15, 2007
PediatricianGreenes informative guide for raising children in the most environmentally friendly way possible makes for some fascinating (and surprising) reading. Frompregnancy and childbirth to nursery design and gardening, Greene covers hundreds of questions and situations new parents will face and provides a nonstop flow of sensible answers. His evenhanded tone makes this an excellent choice for audiences as varied as committed vegans to thosewho areconsideringpurchasing organic milk. There is no pressure to convert, and readers will find plenty of options for how little or much they want to commit to a new lifestyle. The books layout is particularly impressive, with boxed comments from other parents, lists of recommended products and food, and numerous links to helpful sites. From diapers to food allergies, Greene has a thoughtful, nonbiased response to nearly every question a new parent could have. He gives his own opinions, but always states as much, and never derides the choices of others. An excellent choice for those who dont know where to begin when it comes to environmental parenting.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2007, American Library Association.)