Shopping Guide: Cloth Diapers
There are so many options for cloth diapers that we can’t possibly feature them all! So we have put together a list of brands (to save you some trouble). Happy shopping!
Shopping Guide: Toys
There are so many options for toys that we can’t possibly feature them all! So (to save you some trouble) we have put together a list of some toy stores that offer a great selection of more natural toys. Happy shopping!
Sticking it to Non-Stick
I have decided to avoid non-stick coating at all costs. Why? Because it is full of pretty nasty stuff. Toxic chemicals in non-stick coatings have been linked to cancer, birth defects and more. Here are some ways that I avoid non-stick coatings and other PFCs.
Why I am a Lessetarian
I’ve been reading a lot lately about why we shouldn’t eat meat. I have always wanted to be a vegetarian for these reasons, but I like meat. So I became a lessetarian.
Go Outside and Play – 30 Fun Activities to Do Outside with Kids
When the sun is bright and the air is warm, my three-year-old and I both have this uncontrollable urge to be outside. In an effort to keep him entertained, I have come up with a whole list of fun things to do outside.
Yes, I am One of “Those”
I am proud to admit that I am one of those crunchy, granola, green, nature-loving treehuggers. Although I am lucky enough to live in an area where the green lifestyle is not only accepted but is bordering on the norm, feedback to my natural preferences has not always been positive.
Must Stop Buying Stuff
I recently had an epiphany . . . I buy way too many things. But I made a commitment to stop buying so much stuff.
My Journey to Become a Locavore
Buying local food and goods saves energy, results in fresher and more nutritious food, and supports your community. It’s also a great opportunity to educate your children about where food comes from.
Out of Control Junk Mail?
When I had a baby, it seemed like the catalog companies knew about it before anyone else did. All of a sudden, I was overloaded by catalogs selling baby toys, breast pumps, children’s clothing, and more. I learned some great tricks for stopping junk mail.
The Dangers in Kids’ Jewelry
I am a big fan of paying a little bit more to purchase quality items that will last. So when I heard the latest news about the dangerous toxins in children’s jewelry, it only affirmed my belief that everyone should stop buying junk costume jewelry from China for their kids.