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Jan 21, 2012

Kids Konserve

In school, many children learn the three R’s early: reduce, reuse, and recycle. Now Kids Konserve products are helping them put their knowledge to use. The line of reusable lunch tote kits and other individual items such as drink containers, cloth napkins and drinking straws give kids a concrete way to combat the issue of excessive waste during school lunch. And the best part is, these kid-friendly items make reusing and doing good for the planet fun! Why is school…

Oct 26, 2011

YummyEarth

In the post-Halloween candy check, most kids will groan with disappointment at the appearance of “healthy” candy treats in their trick-or-treat bag. YummyEarth is changing those groans to shouts of delight, one sweet treat at a time. As the nation’s number one organic candy company, YummyEarth is redefining healthy candy. No longer do parents have to worry about candy loaded with high fructose corn syrup, or feel sad because they have to deny their allergy-prone, gluten-free or nut intolerant…

Aug 21, 2011

Argington Furniture

When artist Jennie Argie and architect Andrew Thornton had their first child, an idea was also born. In order to provide other parents with beautiful, safe, environmentally-minded children’s furniture, the couple launched Argington Furniture. With a designer’s eye for high-end modern design and a parent’s care for the health of babies and children, Argington bridges the gap between eco-consciousness and aesthetically pleasing modern design. Yes, you really can have both. At Argington, Jenny and Andrew create each…

May 28, 2010

Organic Fashion for Kids

Kimonos have a long history in Japan and at one time, represented the dominant style of clothing worn in the country. Nowadays, the concept of the kimono has entered mainstream cultures – appearing in silk wrap dresses and seductive organic cotton blouses. From bamboo onesies to colorful summer dresses, the kimono style has also made a profound impact in the designs of eco-friendly clothing for children. In Japan, the kimono is an attractive piece of clothing…

Jan 12, 2010

Miss Brittany’s Organic Fun Dough

Play dough is a timeless play date companion that has provided young children with hours of creative, educational fun. Both homemade and store bought varieties have been available for many years and are typically non-toxic and kid-friendly. Traditional play dough, however, contains preservatives, binders, and other not-so-friendly ingredients – not to mention the petroleum based plastic and wasted paper contained in the packaging. Miss Brittany, a New York City preschool teacher with a Master’s Degree…

Jan 5, 2010

Give Them A Green Nursery

You want to bring your baby home to a nursery full of soft and comforting things that will continue to be functional as your baby grows. Finding eco-friendly baby furniture and accessories that fit the bill can seem like a daunting task. However, with this handy guide, you’ll be choosing great green baby furniture in no time. The Basics You’ll probably start thinking about the basics first – the crib, changing table, etc. Once you have these…

Dec 9, 2008

Little YOLO: The Sprout Collection

Like many of the best things in life, the Sprout Collection came about organically. “Pregnant women and women with small children naturally gravitate to our product because of what is not in it,” says YOLO Colorhouse representative Valerie Fishman. “Creating a color palette specifically designed for children was a natural progression.” YOLO is a sustainable paint manufacturer, so the question of what’s not in the product is certainly a pressing one for consumers. The answer is volatile organic compounds (VOCs),…

Nov 1, 2008

Hanna Helps

If you saw them on a kid at the playground, you might not realize that Hanna Andersson’s children’s clothes are particularly green. After all, they’re made out of soft knit cotton, not nubby hemp, and the bright colors are a far cry from the muted earth-tone spectrum that some eco-consumers have come to expect. For children and parents, these features may be an important part of Hanna Andersson’s charm, especially once you realize that the clothes really are green…

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