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Shabby Apple's Tierry-Eyed dress is a must-have for mamas this summer. This frock is oh, so flattering with ultra-feminine (but simple) ruffles. I also love the feel of its soft, cool cotton — light and comfy for the hottest of days. Plus, as long as I'm shopping, I may as well be supporting...
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Summer is a time to 'go and play' — at least I remember that's what I thought when I was a kid. I now try to recreate those expectations (in the midst of laundry, cooking and other work), so my children can grow up with similar fond warm-weather memories. Join me in vowing this summer...
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Adorn
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Sarah Kraft
on
06-29-2010
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Filed under: adorn, adorn_main, sunscreen, beach, eco-friendly, swim diapers, eco-friendly toys, summer, hiking, swimming, sunhat, reusable swim diapers, child sunglasses, baby sun protection, summertime
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For 30 years, Ecover has been devoted to developing and producing effective and ecological washing and cleaning products made from plant-based and mineral ingredients. Ecover's aim is to provide effective, sustainable washing and cleaning solutions that can be used daily by people all around the...
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Clementine Art was founded in 2008 by Diana Mercer, a former teacher with more than 20 years of experience in education, arts education and child development. Diana created Clementine Art to encourage open-ended art explorations for children. The process of creating art is a powerful developmental tool...
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More than 70 million North American women are regular users of disposable feminine hygiene products, resulting in an estimated 20 billion pads, tampons and applicators being deposited into landfills annually. Most women don't consider the wasteful aspect of their monthly cycle, even in today's...
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Mother's Day ... a day for us to be appreciated and pampered for all that we do — or at least some of it. We may imagine a nice breakfast in bed, a 'coupon' for "honey-I'll-wake-up-with-the-kiddo-tonight," a candlelit foot massage, a free pass to go for uninterrupted exercise...
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With a business model Mindful Mama can appreciate, and wonderfully educational and exciting products, Barefoot Books is one truly inspirational company! Barefoot Books strives to create high-quality picture books that enable children to explore the world's cultural diversity, and to discover their...
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This mother-daughter team is on a mission: to create a quality toy line that is safe for both children and the environment. Everything at Apple Park is made by hand with warmth and love — in other words, it's straight from the heart. However, straight from the heart doesn't mean it's...
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Earth Day is a great reminder of how important it is for us to take care of our home, planet earth. Whether you've already adopted a fully-sustainable lifestyle, or are looking to make your home and family a little bit greener, there are plenty of innovative products to get everyone in the family...
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The package arrived at my doorstep and within minutes of opening the box, my little guy was off with his new Discover Rig from Sprig. Around the house he went — again and again. A few pushes in, the kid-powered, non-battery-operated light came on, and to my son's further excitement, a few pushes...
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While packing a school lunch is a healthy, economical alternative to sending kids with lunch money, the plastic baggies and paper sacks could use an overhaul. Kids will be proud to tote homemade lunches to school with these environmentally sound (not to mention super cool) lunch accessories. Ditch the...
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Nourish
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Sarah Kraft
on
03-05-2010
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Filed under: Nourish, school lunch, eco-friendly, environmentally friendly, Kids Konserve, Boon, sack lunch, Kleen Kanteen, Yubo, eco-friendly sack lunch, Inc.
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Breastfeeding is the best way to provide your baby nourishment, but the time required to breastfeed can conflict with a working mom’s busy schedule. Following are some of Mindful Mama’s favorites for breastfeeding moms on the go. Keep your hands free while baby cuddles up to nurse with the...
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Nourish
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Sarah Kraft
on
01-29-2010
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Filed under: organic, breastfeeding, breastfeeding working moms, bottles, nursing cover, breastfeeding education, breastfeeding DVD, working moms, eco-friendly, breastpump, nursing wear, nursing camisole
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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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Salute the sun by being kinder to the Earth: Choose environmentally-friendly yoga gear. Here are five of our favorites: Gaiam Earth Lovers Yoga Mat Made from a blend of natural rubber and recycled materials, this deep brown mat really does look like a patch of loamy earth. $70, gaiam.com Hugger Mugger...
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We're not talking about the kind of butter that adds pounds to your hips, but instead the kind of butter that makes those hips smooth. Enter Shea Terra Organics divine butters and oils. Founded by Tammie Umbel, a mother of 12, Shea Terra Organics features indigenous oils that are sourced in a sustainable...
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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, options for going green. Did we mention they’re stylish...
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Do I love to have my ducks in a row? Sure. But as a mom, that's a sometimes impossible feat. That doesn't mean I can't strive for some semblance of order in my life, though, which is why I need WasteNotSaks in my life. These reusable snack bags are not only eco-friendly and mama made, but...
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I have to confess: I have a profound attraction to flash cards. The fact that they’re a tried and true educational tool only makes me more likely to splurge on them, especially when they are as artful as the Alphabet Animal Flashcards by Lisa DeJohn ($14.95). Perfect for toddlers, the sturdy paperboard...
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Mindfulness is one of those double-edged swords, especially when it comes to school supplies. Who would have thought there was anything seriously wrong with something as innocuous as crayons or glue stick? But crayons are made from paraffin wax, a petroleum by product, and glue stick contain resins,...
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I'm a bit of a skincare snob. I've been the editor of a spa publication for more than eight years, so when a new line of skincare comes around, it takes a bit for me to get very interested, let alone excited. But, Green Elly, a relative newcomer on the baby-scene, offers mamas (and babies) some...
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I've long been on the lookout for that onesie that reads, "Don't like watching me eat? Put a blanket over your head," for my little nursling—because, really, why is it she should need to cover up while she snacks? But the truth is, while I am 100 percent behind a woman's right...
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When my daughter was an infant, we lived and breathed by Aden + Anais swaddle blankets. Made of breathable cotton muslin and available in two different weights (for winter and summer), these blankets served as swaddle blankets, picnic blankets, stroller covers, play mats, and even nursing covers. So...
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We seek outdoor experiences in order to connect with Mother Nature and all of the bounty she provides. We camp under the stars, hike with our babes , and swim in crystal clear lakes to not only get rid of stress, but to teach our kids how to care for this planet. So don’t sabotage your efforts...
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Explore
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Mindful Mama
on
07-02-2009
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Filed under: kids, explore, babies, travel, camping, outdoors, hiking, first aid, sleep, gear, eco-friendly, explore_sub6