The new line of organic clothing, bedding, and toys from Finn + Emma takes the boredom out of being green. Perfect for parents who want to be considerate of the earth without being crunchy, the collection comprises stylish takes on everything from layette essentials and crib sets (sold with or without bumpers) to rattles and wooden gyms.
Available online at finnandemma.com, $14-$420.
Started by an RN and mother of three, The Soft Landing sells only products that are BPA, PVC, and phthalates free. Stock up on bottles, dinnerware, sippy cups, toothbrushes, teething rings, and bibs — all without creepy chemicals.
Available at thesoftlanding.com, $2.50-$120.
Dr. Sharp’s 100 percent vegan, botanical toothpaste is the only commercial toothpaste brand developed by a dentist. Fluoride free (fluoride is a no-no for young kids), it’s made with ingredients like sage and bambusa stem. Plus, the strawberry cream flavor scores big with little brushers.
Available at drfluoridefree.com, $12.
Settle into a waste-free routine with Citizenpip’s lunch gear, a collection of reusable, toxin-free food containers and accessories designed in Burlingame, California. Airtight, lightweight food cases come in three sizes and are dishwasher safe.
Available at citizenpip.com, $3-$69.
Designed by artists who are also parents, eleven animal and human characters are inspired by the sweet simplicity of children’s drawings. What’s more, they’re made of chemical-free and organic materials, so they can be safely put into the Earth once they’re played out.
Available at aminaldolls.com, $25.
Wipe with Bum Boosa bamboo toilet paper. It’s easy on little bottoms and the planet.
Available for preorder at 866-996-2867, $5 for four rolls. For more information, go to bumboosa.com.
Tuck them in with We Planted a Tree, a stunning picture book by Diane Muldrow and Bob Staake. The simple story teaches kids to be mindful of the Earth and its gifts. Big ideas are beautifully packaged for little readers.
Available at amazon.com, $12.
It begins with 53,000 pounds of discarded, unwanted crayon remnants. The raw materials are melted down and shaped into five-point, star-shaped crayons. Each box is filled with twenty solid-colored stars. And there they are — ready and willing to create a more beautiful tomorrow.
Available at organicfundough.com, $9.
Simply select a base (flakes, hoops, granola, more). Then add extras (nuts, seeds, and exotic fruits like chocolate-covered goji berries). In a rush? Shop ready-made options like strawberry and apple. Each package contains about fifteen bowls — almost twice that of a standard cereal box.
Available at meandgoji.com, $5 and up.
Pass along your passion for preserving the planet with the Idbids Ecofriendly starter kit. Each kit comes with a storybook and a field guide of tasks (like turning off the water while brushing your teeth). Once they’ve completed their guide, kids earn a certificate — giving both of you a sense that you’ve done your part.
Available at idbids.com, $20.
Say good-bye to gear, clothes, and toys he’s outgrown at Trading Cradles, the new online marketplace for parents looking to sell goods they no longer use. Think Craigslist for baby and kids’ gear — but easier to use.
Available at tradingcradles.com.
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