Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
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Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
After the Fires: Protecting Your Health and Home From Poor Air Quality
When Millennials Become Moms
49 minutes
9 months ago
After the Fires: Protecting Your Health and Home From Poor Air Quality
In this episode, we dive into everything you need to know about recovering and staying safe after wildfires. From understanding the limitations of AQI scores to selecting the best air filters, we cover practical steps to protect your home and health. Learn how to clean your furniture, manage ash and toxins, and safeguard your outdoor spaces. We discuss whether kids should attend outdoor schools, the impact of flame retardants, and the role of building materials in fire resistance. Plus, we explore what can help combat air quality issues and why a PM 2.5 detector is a must-have. Whether you’re navigating the aftermath of a fire or preparing for the future, this episode offers actionable insights for every homeowner. Our guest is David Edwards PhD from Earthboundhomes (Earthboundhomes.com)
Links:
Vacuum blog: https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/vacuums-natasha-beck
PM 2.5 monitors:
Airthings View Plus 2960 Indoor Air Quality Monitor
IQAir AirVisual Pro
Awair Element
uHoo Smart Air Quality Monitor UHO-OT-000001
Time Stamps:
2:00 - Intro: This may not be what you want to hear. If that’s the case, feel free to turn it off.
2:30 - Does the AQI score indicate that the air quality is safe?
7:30 - Air filters: How often should you replace them during fires?
8:30 - Can you vacuum your filters? Is it as effective as replacing them?
9:00 - Which filters does Natasha recommend?
9:45 - Handling homes that survived the fires or were evacuated and sprayed with flame retardant.
12:00 - How to clean your furniture after the fires.
12:37 - What to do if the air quality looks good but ash is still covering your yard or roof. Easy ways to secure your home from toxins.
17:00 - Should kids go to school outside or stay indoors?
18:50 - Tips for keeping ash and toxins out of the home.
22:08 - Running air or heat during this time—what you need to know.
26:00 - Explaining vented attics and how they can ignite during wildfires.
33:00 - Why everyone should invest in a PM 2.5 detector.
36:00 - Should you be concerned about your outdoor plants or garden in the surrounding area?
38:00 - What to do if you develop a cough after the fires—should you be concerned?
40:00 - What’s in our building materials?
43:00 - If your home survived amidst others that didn’t, what steps should you take with that home?
44:00 - Are there supplements that can help counter poor air quality?
47:00 - Why some houses burned while others didn’t and what we can learn for future construction.
When Millennials Become Moms
Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
