Christopher Gavigan has compiled one of the most valuable guides available today for parents and parents-to-be in his latest work, Healthy Child Healthy World. This book offers critical information needed by all families – from those still trying to conceive, currently pregnant, with infants, toddlers, and beyond.

Let’s face it – in today’s world we are literally bombarded by the presence of toxic chemicals. Their impact and exposure is even greater within our home environments. They may be found within the “cleaners” we use; the foods we eat; water we drink/bathe in; our clothing, furniture, bedding; our personal hygiene products (shampoos, soaps, cosmetics, etc.); building materials; and more. Even the places where our children spend a great deal of time playing are not immune - indoors with our flooring, and outdoors on our lawns. Neither are many of their toys. Research is increasingly pointing to these chemicals that most of us use every day bearing a big responsibility in the amount of chronic diseases, (such as asthma, ADD, allergies, learning and developmental problems), being faced by tens of millions of American children today.

Healthy Child Healthy World arms the reader with information – first to educate and raise awareness; and then, constructively presenting steps that can be taken to create a healthier environment for adults and even more importantly… our children. With the amount of research and data available, it would be easy enough to become overwhelmed. Instead, the author along with a host of experts and celebrity contributors explain even small and/or gradual changes can offer your family a healthier life.

For those that are currently planning a family or already pregnant, you will not want to miss the sections dedicated especially for you. Two hundred is the average number of chemicals and pollutants found in newborns’ cord blood. Just think of the impact those have on one so tiny and how even the smallest positive changes you make today can lessen their risks from exposure. For everyone, throughout the book you will find handy guides to clip and save for shopping trips, recycling, and even for eating out! Also invaluable is the Healthy Resources guide located within the book – chocked full of products and companies to enable you to make the best choices for you and your family. This book has quickly become a well worn favorite, repeatedly turned to for helpful advice and resources to protect and serve our own families’ well being. We highly recommend it to our family and friends – especially within our Pregnancy.org community. You’re certain not to be disappointed.