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Cradle to college: Gro Cribs

Nashville-based Gro Furniture releases Bam B and P Pod, two ingeniously designed modern cribs that Junior — unless he reaches Kris Humphries' height by the ag




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Does your organic baby formula contain arsenic?

A newly published study finds that there may be dangerous levels of arsenic in some baby formulas.



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Eco-friendly toys for toddlers

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Texas woman holds Guinness record for most breast milk donated

Alicia Richman donated more than 11,000 ounces of breast milk between June 2011 and March 2012.



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Is there an eco-friendly pregnancy test?

Start your eco-friendly parenting efforts even before you welcome your bundle of joy with earth-friendly pregnancy tests.



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Alicia Silverstone launches vegan breastmilk co-op

Silverstone hopes to connect vegan moms who have extra breastmilk to share with others in need.



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Chocolate-chip gluten-free lactation cookies

Check out this recipe for a chocolate chip cookie loaded with the perfect supply of nutrients for breastfeeding moms.



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Casting company looking for deep green parents-to-be

If you are pregnant and love living green, a new TV documentary series might just make you a star.



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Vegan mayo, cookie dough earn omnivore thumbs-up

Hampton Creek does two things, vegan mayonnaise and cookie dough, and it does them well.




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Trying to conceive? The do's and don'ts to boosting fertility

There are a number of things you can do that will not only boost your fertility but also help ensure that you're in tip-top condition.



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America's oldest indoor shopping mall to be reborn as mixed-use micro-loft complex

In the biggest city in America's smallest state, comes a micro-apartment complex that aims to revive a struggling 19th-century indoor shopping center.



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Boat-dwelling couple swaps rent for slip fees, finds a new kind of freedom [Video]

After exhausting other price-sensible real estate options, a watercraft-loving Portland family settles on a 43-foot boat found on Craigslist for $14,000.



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In California, a stylish carport-to-guest cottage conversion [Video]

Instead of filling a storage space attached to their carport with junk, Craige and Jennifer Walters transformed it into a lovely tiny house for guests.



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Electric car charging is on the house at L.A. apartment complex

The developers of an office tower-turned-apartment complex in L.A. don't think you really need to own a car to live there. But if you do, it helps to own an EV.



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Coop du jour: Inside a run-down hen house-turned-rustic family cottage [Video]

A family proves that even the most ramshackle out buildings can be transformed into cozy, habitable spaces with a bit of hard work and creative design.



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Stunning garage-to-cabin conversion enjoys sweeping Puget Sound views

A design firm best known for its repurposed cardboard creations tries its hand at small-scale adaptive reuse with absolutely gorgeous results.



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Co-living: Is it a hipster commune, a dorm for grown-ups or a new model of sharing?

Apartments are expensive and hard to find. Is co-living a solution or is it just an upscale rooming house?



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You could buy this 370-year-old log cabin ...

The 17th century New Jersey abode comes with a gazebo, 4-car garage and a couple named Harry and Doris.




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Denver's bike-sharing program may be unconstitutional, says candidate for governor

Is Denver's B-Cycle program nothing but a form of U.N. control of the city? The Mayoral Republican gubernatorial frontrunner thinks so.




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To push clean cookstoves, involve the cooks

Cookstoves that burn more efficiently and channel smoke outside could save millions of lives around the world.




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Photos: Brazil faces eco-challenges ahead of Rio+20

More than 100 world leaders and tens of thousands of protesters will descend on Rio de Janeiro next week for the Rio+20 summit in hopes of overcoming years of d



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U.N. considers banning thimerosal from vaccines

Health experts argue that banning the preservative could make it difficult for children in developing countries to get life-saving vaccines.



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Is time running out for the 'leap second'?

World leaders can't agree on nixing the leap second, so we’ll just keep adding them until they figure it out.



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11 cultural traditions protected by UNESCO

UNESCO protects more than landmarks and culturally-significant sites. There are intangible parts of culture that are important, too.



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17 food certification labels decoded

Consumers who need guidance about all the seals and certifications on food packaging can find some answers in this food label guide.




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17 food certification labels decoded: Nos. 9-17

Part II: Consumers who need guidance deciphering all the seals, certifications and claims on food packaging can find answers in MNN's Food Label Guide.




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Food 'score' labels could inspire healthier choices

Health ratings on packages could influence consumers' purchasing decisions and drive food companies to make healthier products.



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Congress saves the potato's reputation

The National Potato Council lobbied Congress to include potatoes in the WIC nutritional program, claiming its exclusion sent the wrong message to consumers.




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Why we should eat crickets instead of cows

'The Good Stuff' on PBS makes compelling argument for chowing down on bugs.




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Sony photography competition celebrates diverse cultures and lands

This year's open category winners of the Sony World Photography competition range from a Chinese shadow puppet show to a mesmerizing underwater dance.



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The colorful, fantastical world of Dale Chihuly

Artist Dale Chihuly's whimsical glass art pops up in botanical gardens and museums all around the world.



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Photographers capture gorgeous images of canine pals in U.K. contest

The winners in this international dog photo contest range from a blind, senior dog to cute, matching puppies.




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Brilliant things happen when science and photography collide

Science Photographer of the Year contest highlights how photos can open a window to science.




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14 glimpses of nature from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest

For 55 years, photographers have showcased their work in the Natural History Museum, London's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.




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Proposal to ban trade in polar bear parts fails at international wildlife conference

The U.S.-backed proposal was opposed by Canada, which is home to two-thirds of the world's polar bears.




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Conducting science experiments behind bars

Unlocking the mysteries of science in the unlikeliest of places: Prison.



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Orangutan copy cats

How smart are copy cats? Maybe it depends on your species




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Silver saver: Art conservators hope to shine and protect silver treasures

Anyone who's ever polished silver knows that keeping the tarnish at bay is never ending work. But, you may not know that polishing also rubs away some of the pr




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If these teeth could talk

Video: What was really on the menus of our ancestors?



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Cooperative robots that learn means less work for human handlers

Video: Researchers are developing a robot language so 'bots' can cooperate with each other.




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Geo-immersion makes maps come alive

Video: Maps can provide real-time traffic information and 'fastest route' suggestions using geo-immersion — new technology that blends the real and the virtua



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How scientists study disasters to improve future outcomes

Video: Teams from the Disaster Research Center (DRC) go to devastated locations to learn more about how lives may be saved in the future.



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The coolest moments in science

Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most memorable Science Nation moments in two years of fascinating weekly videos.



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Crabs put the pinch on Cape Cod marshes

Hungry purple marsh crabs threaten Cape Cod salt marshes by eating crucial cordgrass.



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Mind-reading computer system may help people with locked-in syndrome

Locked-in syndrome, often the result of injury or illness (such as Lou Gehrig's), causes complete paralysis. With advanced technology, these people get closer t



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Political Habitat: An eco and opposite reaction

Will Obama’s green cabinet give birth to the next spotted owl?




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Political Habitat: Obamecology, the first 127 days

Obama is an agent of change. Or at least he's supposed to be. Peter Dykstra grades six areas of the Obama presidency.




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Politicians: Want to get elected? Using swear words could help

A recent study featuring blog posts from fictitious Italian politicians found the use of swear words made candidates sound more relatable.




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BP cutting corners in cleanup, putting workers at risk

British Petroleum CEO Tony Hayward is very mindful of the need to keep bacteria out of his workers' food. Keeping toxins out of their lungs -- not so much.




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Colbert shows Obama how to kick some BP butt

Comedian beats up BP CEO look-alike on 'Colbert Report'.



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