Robyn Griggs Lawrence on green homes, natural health, comfortable and uncluttered living spaces, wabi sabi simplicity philosophy, and more. http://www.motherearthnews.com/blogs/blog.aspx?blogid=2147484239 In the second in a series on chemicals to avoid during pregnancy, Jessica discusses why and how to prevent dangerous pesticides and herbicides from entering our bodies and homes. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/healthy-pregnancy-pesticides-herbicides-bpa-zb0z1205zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Thu, 03 May 2012 11:40:15 CST Trace amounts of chemicals are particularly harmful to developing babies, which means expectant mothers should be careful. In the first post of a series, Jessica Kellner writes about the dangers of BPA and how to avoid the chemical. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/healthy-pregnancy-bpa-zb0z1204zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:48:45 CST Jessica features Dan Phillips, Phoenix Commotion founder and builder of fascinating houses made with reclaimed materials. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/dan-phillips-homes-zb0z1204zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:55:38 CST Healthy baby shopping begins with an investigation into nontoxic cribs. Check out these three solid wood options. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/safe-natural-crib-zb0z1204zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:53:09 CST A lookout tower home, which features reclaimed materials, connects its homeowner with her past, present and future. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/lookout-tower-home-zb0z1204zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:52:01 CST Learn about the advantages of urban farming from those who are leading the way. The benefits include improved food production, increased revenue sources and reduced energy use. http://www.motherearthnews.com/natural-home-living/future-urban-gardening-zb0z1203zglo.aspx By Jessica Kellner Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:33:39 CST