The document presents research on how parenting and lifestyle habits can impact children's wellness. It discusses how exposure to chemicals like phthalates and BPA are linked to issues like ADHD and lower IQ. Spending time in nature, breastfeeding, limiting screen time, and having a loving parent are highlighted as positive factors for children's development. The resource aims to help parents understand this research and provide better outcomes for kids.

1. New research
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eco Children,
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Wellness and Parenting
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2. Great research data on children,
wellness and
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paren3ng important data about children,
wellness and parenting.
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understand research from around the world
to provide better outcomes for children.
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which provides this information
for parents in an easily accessible format.
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Jane Hanckel, B.A Communications
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3. Healthy lifestyle
habits originate
in the early
years
A report from the UN indicates
chronic disease can be
reduced by up to 80 % through
4 key healthy lifestyle factors –
maintaining a healthy weight
exercising regularly
following a healthy diet
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4. A new study links
prenatal exposure to
plasticisers used to
soften plastics
(phthalates) with
impaired development
in infants
Studies have shown
links between chemicals
in plastics (phthalates
and Bisphenol A) and
symptoms of ADHD and
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5. Hormone disrupting
chemicals are used in
common household
items like plastic toys
and shampoos
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6. Product Safety Australia has
banned the use of children’s
plas3c products with more
than 1% DEHP.
The ban fails to address the
fact that children are
exposed to plas3c in a
mul3tude in other areas of
their lives.
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7. Studies indicate that 92.6% of
Americans have BPA (Bisphenol A )
in their blood which can be linked
to ADHD, obesity, heart disease
and hormone disrup3on. BPA is
used in plas3c and food can
linings. BPA in children between
six and eleven years of age is twice
as high as those of older
Americans.
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8. Studies show that infants are
exposed to hundreds of harmful
chemicals in utero.
A US National Academy of Science
study indicates that ‘neurologic
and behavioural effects may result
from low-level exposure to
pesticides.’
Numerous studies show that
pesticides can adversely affect the
nervous system, increase the risk
of cancer and infertility.
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9. Many paints and stains
contain chemicals that
create harmful fumes.
These can remain
indoors for long periods
of time.
Indoor air pollution
is up to ten times
greater than
outdoor air
pollution.
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10. A US study discovered
that many laundry,
cleaning and air freshener
products contain at least
one chemical that is a
recognised carcinogen.
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11. Research strongly
suggests that
breastfeeding can Australia is one of the
prevent obesity. most overweight
developed nations, with
over 60% of adults and
25% of children
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12. Simple toys
promote
creative play
Play has been
recognised by the
United Nations High
Commission for Human
Rights as a right of
every child.
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13. Over 2,000 studies have
linked media use and
aggressive behavior. By
age 18, a child will, on
average, have witnessed
200,000 acts of violence,
including 18,000 murders.
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14. Children who more than
two hours in front of a
computer or television
screen per day are more
likely to suffer
psychological difficulties,
regardless of how
physically active they are.
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15. A walk in nature – a 20
minute walk in green
surroundings gave
improvements
equivalent to
a daily dose of drugs
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16. In 2011 New York introduced the
Child Safe Playing Fields Act
which prohibits use of pesticides
on playgrounds, athletic fields
and all grassy areas in K-12
schools.
The new law states ʻNo school
shall apply pesticide to any
playgrounds, turf, athletic or
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17. Ingredients in some
cosmetics and
personal care products
are linked to cancer,
asthma, learning
disabilities and
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18. A loving and
responsive parent or
carer is a key factor in
a childʼs social,
emotional, intellectual
and physical
development.
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19. This and other research data
is available
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Jane Hanckel
contact jane@ecoparen3ng.net
for more details about Inspir=Ed
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Inspired solutions for education, health and well being
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20. the eco parenting books are available at www.natureschild.com.au,
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