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Being a mom is a full-time job. You’re constantly giving your all to your children, and most likely not giving as much to yourself. It’s important to indulge and take care of you, too! The following products will provide ample (and quick!) opportunities for mama time, and help your beauty...
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02-23-2010
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Filed under: adorn, adorn_sub1, The Joy of Soap, pamper, shampoo, Alba, EO Products, body scrub, Noah's Naturals, lip balm, skin care, shaving soap, body care
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The “stuff” in Lana Organic toys comes from organic cotton fields in Turkey, and is part of a local production initiative that supports fair-pay pricing. The materials are gathered and sent to crafty mamas, who sew these darling animals together in their own homes, through the auspices of...
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Whether you’re trying to eat well, lose weight or simply keep that New Year’s resolution, it’s important to treat yourself once in a while. Mindful Mama sought out yummy morsels that will satisfy a sweet tooth but won’t compromise healthy eating. Following are a few of our favorites...
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02-04-2010
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Filed under: adorn, adorn_sub3, nourish, cranberries, dessert, cookie, St. Dalfour, Lake Champlain, Mi-Del, fruit spread, treats, Crofter's Organic, sweet, hot chocolate
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Bath time is often an occasion for bonding with baby and provides the opportunity for playtime as kids get older. It doesn’t hurt to wash away the lunch leftovers, playground dirt and skin art, either! Following are some of Mindful Mama’s splish splash essentials. Give baby his or her first...
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The scenario: Your kids have been running around, exploring and learning all morning (which takes a lot out of them!). They’re hungry and need a snack — preferably one that’s yummy — so they can keep on going (and going!) this afternoon. You need a quick, nutritious fix on hand...
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02-04-2010
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Filed under: adorn, nourish, Plum Organics, True North, kid snacks, Blue Ribbon, chicken nuggets, Maplebrook, smoothie, nutritious snacks, cheddar
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Life as a mama is busy! Running to music class, the market, the gym and grandma’s house can keep you and baby moving constantly. It’s important to be well organized and ready to take off at a moment’s notice. Mindful Mama recommends the following products for when you’re on the...
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This Valentine’s Day, Mindful Mama invites you to be creative (and have fun!) as you keep it simple, spice it up and show your eco-love. There’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned handmade Valentine. Help your kiddos impress their friends and classmates while using environmentally friendly...
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For all of the artsy, creative mamas, Abby Pecoriello’s “Crafty Mama: Makes 49 Fast, Fabulous, Foolproof (Baby & Toddler) Projects” is a must-have boredom buster! Set up your own Crafty Mama group (with or without the kiddos), and construct a unique photo puzzle, brag book, fringe...
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We love our pets. They link us to the natural world and impart insight beyond our human scope. We hike with our dogs in the early morning light and marvel at what draws their attention. We meditate with our cats as the day draws to a close, and learn from them what it is to be simultaneously alert and...
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Keep your cuddly cubs, frisky fawns and pensive owlets stylish and warm with MissFitt & Co’s infant and toddler hats. Handmade with super soft wool felt (no itching or scratching here) in an array of beautiful colors, the designs are just as practical as they are cute. Creator Wendy Allen derives...
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Each season signals an opportunity to refresh your wardrobe — and your commitment to conscious consumerism. Check out our favorite shoes, clothing and accessories for fall, and stock-up on apparel that your family can wear with pride. Show Stoppers What is the carbon footprint of a handbag? Leslie...
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Whether your kids are off to preschool, kindergarten, or just off to the park for a picnic, having a lunch tote that can carry everything—from the goods to the goodies—is essential. Here we’ve scoped out our favorite, eco-friendly options. Did we mention they’re stylish, too?...
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I remember the moment quite well: My daughter Sena was 10-weeks-old, sleeping like a “real” baby (ahem, so not at all!), and I was exhausted. My girlfriend, Liz, invited me over to visit with her 7-month-old daughter Sara. When I told her how exhausted I was, how I felt like I could hardly...
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Like many things in life, the beach only gets better with kids: Whether it's watching your toddler sink his toes into the sand or witnessing your daughter’s amazement when she sees the largest bathtub in the world, the magic of earth giving way to water can fill a heart with wonder. To get...
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07-20-2009
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Filed under: adorn, toys, recycle, organic, babies, children, backpack, swimsuit, diaper, water, sand, pregnancy, beach, camera, sun, travel, nursing
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By the time summer rolls around, I'm ready to hoof it to the mountains. Although my drop-and-go, hike anytime days disappeared the day my daughter was born, with today's modern child carriers, the hiking itself didn't. (It just takes a little more preparation, and careful maneuvering around...
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Not every little scrape or cough merits a trip to the pediatrician. A few carefully chosen kid-friendly balms in your medicine chest can help ease some of the most common ailments. Whether your babe has a minor cold, a tummy ache, a scratch or bug bite, eczema, or cradle cap, these five natural salves...
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07-14-2009
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Filed under: adorn, organic, babies, kids, natural, dry skin, eczema, cradle cap, colic, burn, cough, upset stomach, ointment, balm, cold
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It’s easy to get bugged in summer—from picnic ants that arrive uninvited at the feast, to flying things that bite and sting, and maddeningly invisible bugs that gorge on you and your family while you attempt to pedal, paddle, or hike. Tired of serving as a private buffet? Instead of hiding...
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The months after a baby’s birth are not generally the time we mamas feel our most attractive. With leaking breasts, tired eyes, and what my preschooler calls “your squishiness” still hanging around, that cute, glowing pregnant woman we once were is a faint memory. Thankfully, today’s...
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06-22-2009
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Filed under: adorn, organic, Earth-friendly, fashionable, breastfeeding, tops, nursing bra, stylish, dresses, pajamas, swimwear, nursing wear, loungewear, tank tops
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The latest trend in eco-clothing is “upcycling”—reclaiming vintage fashions, disused garments, tablecloths, blankets, and other fabrics into brand new, one-of-a-kind pieces. Green? Absolutely. Run of the mill? Not a chance. Here, we speak with four inspirational companies, and the talented...
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Dads are a special breed: To the kids, they're a source of unexpected delights, as well as comfort and love; to their partners they're a pillar, a sounding board, a sometimes-better half. Such extraordinary contributions to the family deserve to be rewarded with more than an ordinary Father's...
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Mindful Mama
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06-01-2009
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Filed under: adorn, reuse, recycle, green gifts, spa, eco gifts, Earth, socially responsible, clothing, carbon footprint, organic, book, bike, Father's Day, commute, eco, adventure, tee shirt, bags, hammock, organic beer
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As a child I spent summers baking under the Cape Cod sun without a thought to sunscreen. It would be unheard of today, but at the time, tans meant health and beauty. Now I'm paying for those sun-spangled summers, with mile-deep crows’ feet and annual scares at the dermatologist's office...
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05-27-2009
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Filed under: nontoxic skincare, natural skin care, natural baby, nontoxic baby, baby products, adorn, environment, kids_main, sunscreen, UVA, toxicity, parabens, safe, babies, UVB, phthalates
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Not too long ago, babies’ security blankets were just that: blankets. But recently blankies have been downsized to what we now call loveys—soft, cuddly items that can help babies learn to soothe themselves, making transitions (and parents’ lives) easier. “To introduce a lovey...
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When American Blake Mycoskie traveled to Argentina in 2006, he was astonished by the number of children running around with bare feet. After returning home, he created TOMS Shoes , a shoe company and nonprofit in one, aimed at giving a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair sold. The one-for...
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Bringing a child into the world makes us even more aware, on a deeply personal level, of the planet around us. Suddenly, Earth is not just a place we inhabit, but a place we’ll leave to our children—and our connection to those we share this space with is revealed in all its splendor and importance...
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05-02-2009
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Filed under: adorn, charity, baby, socially responsible, community, environment, clothing, fair trade, carbon footprint, organic, kids_main, Earth-friendly
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By MELISSA B. WILLIAMS. Mother’s Day should be a day of celebration—for mamas and for those who love them. And, while on most days we're in give-everything, need-nothing mode the truth is that most of us would love some token of appreciation for all we do for the other people in our lives...