Tired of using plastic plates? Even if BPA free - plastic plates should be avoided. But all the 'fun' kids' plates are plastic! Finally, a SAFE & FUN plate that is sure to be everyone's favorite.
Unique Shape -- The castle (house) shape is fun for ALL, even for those picky eaters! Great modern look- not the typical mirror finish. A non-plastic, dye free, plate that makes mealtime exciting and safe.
Convenient -- 5 separate sections prevent food from mixing. Perfect for different food groups. Also great for portion control with smaller sections for dips or desserts. The raised edge helps young children learn to eat independently without food sliding or falling out.
Durable & Safe -- Made with the highest quality, food grade, stainless steel #304 (18/8). Drop tested- will not scratch, break, chip, rust or dent. No black spots like the cheaper stainless steel plates. Nontoxic and free of ANY hazardous materials.
Great for daily use and not just for kids! Comes in a decorative box that is gift ready! Makes a perfect gift for new parents, baby showers, baby's 1st birthday, Easter, Christmas, or any event. If you don't love it, we'll give you your money back!
We were asked to review the stainless steel castle plate in exchange for an honest review.
What I love… it's a FUN plate for kids and NOT plastic! Let's face it, all the 'fun kid' plates are plastic! Well, not anymore. The plate is 10.5" x 7.5" x 1.25", and dishwasher safe. Please don't put it in the microwave - it's steel and that is a bad idea. If you have a little kid who wants a fun plate to use, I recommend it. My girls are 6 and 9, and both of them love it. The plate also comes in a decorative box that is gift ready! There is a money back guarantee if you aren't happy with your purchase. The manufacture is also offering a 10% OFF discount until May 31st. Please use code 'plateoff' at checkout to receive 10% off one plate. **Please note, the manufacture has the right to discontinue the discount at anytime, without notice. For those of you trying to get away from plastic, I think you should give this stainless steel plate a try. Enjoy.
Disclaimer: I was provided with a discounted or free item in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. I am not obligated to leave a positive review, and all opinions are my own.
Take snacks on the go with Yummi Pouch cloth snack bags. These snack bags are lined with a moisture resistant interior and decorated with colorful prints. Perfect for crackers, chips, and dry snacks. These snack bags are thinner than other brands I have tried, but I like the feel of the material, and so far they are holding up great. The snack bags are BPA-free, phthalate-free, PVC-free, and lead-free nylon, which is a must in our house. The manufacture states you can wash in them in the dishwasher or washing machine, but I just wash them with soap and hot water, and place them on a rack to dry. I have placed other brands in the dishwasher but don't feel like they last as long, so with this brand I haven't done that (yet). I also have never placed them in the washing machine.
Snack bags are very universal, and can be used for so much more than just snacks. I also use them for keeping crayons and markers together when we are on the go, and they are also perfect for traveling. When you travel you can use them for cosmetics, jewelry, and even as a mini wallet to put in your pocket; the options for these bags are endless. HappyGreenBaby highly recommends the Yummi Pouch Snack Bags. Take a look at their other sizes and colors, and BUY HERE.
BPA-free, phthalate-free, PVC-free, and lead-free nylon
Moisture resistant
Recommended wash in the dishwasher or washing machine on warm
DISCLAIMER: I received the product mentioned above complimentary for review and testing purposes. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions stated above are solely mine, and have not been influenced in any way. I am disclosing this information in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED THICK WALLED GLASS DRINKING STRAWS- Beautifully crafted glass straws, thick walled prolong everyday use and cleaning, while also drastically decreasing the odds of cracked or otherwise broken straws
4 COLOR STRAIGHT NO BEND GLASS DRINKING STRAW 4 PACK - Four color variety pack, including blue glass straw, green glass straw, clear glass straw, and orange glass straw, colored glass straw variety pack.
INCLUDES HEAVY DUTY CLEANING BRUSH-Each glass straw variety pack includes a heavy duty cleaning brush to ensure that the straws not only remain clean and safe, but also that cleaning them is as easy as one swipe through with the brush.
GREAT FOR NEARLY ANY AGE, ENOUGH COLORS TO SATISFY ANY PERSON OR BEVERAGE - Featuring glass straws in 4 colors, this variety packs lets you please everyone, let them pick a color, match the beverage you are drinking, or simply use a different color every day.
GREAT GREEN ALTERNATIVE - Glass straws are a green alternative to paper or plastic, simple use, rinse, repeat, no need to create waste with every cold beverage.
Our Review
Honestly, I have a love/hate relationship with straws. On one hand, I love straws and we use a lot of them. For some reason I have a hard time drinking water without a straw, so we usually have a supply in the house. But on the other hand, I hate the waste. Glass straws are a nice green alternative to the plastic straws that end up in the landfill. The Glass Straw variety pack from Cornucopia Brands includes four colors and the variety pack also includes a heavy duty cleaning brush to ensure that the straws stay clean. Having that brush is good - but the only drawback for me is that cleaning the straws with the brush is a bit hard - it's a tight fit. However, so far I've been able to clean the straws with hot water and soap, usually letting them soak for a bit. My only word of caution is a reminder these are glass, so use judgement when giving them to kids to use. But other than that, if you have been wanting to give glass straws a try I'd say give it a go! I ordered our set from Amazon and the shipping was fast.
DISCLAIMER: I am receiving the product mentioned above complimentary for review and testing purposes. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions stated will be solely mine, and will not been influenced in any way. I am disclosing this information in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Make Bath Time Clean Up a Breeze with this Fast & Efficient Bath Toy Scoop
Easily Store & Dry your Child's Bath Toys
- Large storage capacity - Durable wall mount with two strong suction cups - Large drainage holes plus additional air vents on back of scoop
The Easy Solution to Rinse, Dry and Store your Toddler's Bath Toys
Children's bath toys can easily take over the bathroom. Many of the current storage solutions do not include adequate air circulation to prevent both toys and storage containers from becoming moldy. Our bath organizer makes bath toy clean up as easy as child's play:
- Toys are stored within easy reach at the side of the bathtub or shower. - The innovative scoop design allows for efficient drainage and air circulation to dry and protect toys when not in use.
The unisex purple and green colors make this a great product for both boys & girls. This popular bath scoop also makes a great present for baby showers, new mums and toddler birthday parties.
The scoop can also be used as an efficient space saver for adults' shampoo, shower gel and bath products.
Baby & Environmentally Friendly
- BPA, Phthalate & PVC-Free - No wasteful cardboard or plastic used in product packaging
In the unlikely event that you are not 100% happy with your purchase, simply contact Amazon customer support for a full refund.
Our Review
I love this product and I am buying a second one for our other shower. It's the perfect size, hangs easily on the wall, and most importantly for our family it is BPA, Phthalate & PVC-Free! I like that the water drains out of the scoop so the toys aren't sitting in water, preventing mildew from growing as fast. My girls also love playing with it in the bath as a toy. The bath scoop really helps clean up the bath area making the area not look as cluttered with toys. This bath scoop will make a great gift for a baby shower and/or a baby-toddler birthday. I highly recommend this bath scoop, and with a money back guarantee you have nothing to lose. I ordered mine from Amazon (BUY HERE), and shipping was fast. I did have to contact customer support regarding a question and they were super helpful.
DISCLAIMER: I received the product mentioned above complimentary for review and testing purposes. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions stated above are solely mine, and have not been influenced in any way. I am disclosing this information in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
**Add any BoxPlay item to your HappyGreenBaby.com cart, then apply code BOXPLAY at checkout.
About BoxPlay:
Could an idea this simple spring from anywhere other than a child’s imagination? Printed on 100% recycled UNCOATED paper with vegetable-based inks. Our stickers repurpose commonly found boxes, cartons and tubes in your recycling bin and turns them into new toys. Made in USA.
Kid inspired. Designed by mom and dad.
BoxPlay items make great birthday gifts and stocking stuffers!
This adorable food pouch will be your babies new best friend. If your little one doesn't like to eat their meals our baby panda might just change their mind. Not only is this pouch eco-friendly, it is super cute, very easy to use and maintain. You can keep track of you babies meals either by writing them down or simply by peeking through the transparent widow on the back of the pouch. Each pouch is made with a strong dual ziplock which keeps the content securely locked inside the pouch. Please Note: Do not microwave this pouch, use a bowl of hot water to warm up the contents. Even though we made the cap quite large we strongly suggest that you keep the cap out of the reach of children 3 years or younger.
I love reusable products, and I love squeeze packets. I especially love them when they are BPA-Free, Phthalates Free, Freezer and Dishwasher Safe. My youngest child is now four years old and she loves these pouches. She was super excited when she saw this one arrive because it is so cute. We mainly use the pouches for applesauce. The pouches are super easy to clean, and although they are dishwasher safe I just put them in a bowl of soapy water, then rinse them with really hot water, then air dry. Super easy to clean, which is a huge plus for me!! Compared to other pouches they are a little harder to fill up - the opening is a bit smaller. But after you fill it up a few times you know by just eyeing it how much you can spoon in at a time. You can also use a funnel if your food is thin enough. I highly recommend these reusable pouches - makes packing some extra food for the little one easier, which prevents us from eating junk food while we are away from the house. Big thumbs up from the Happy Green Baby family.
DISCLAIMER: I received the product mentioned above complimentary for review and testing purposes. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions stated above are solely mine, and have not been influenced in any way. I am disclosing this information in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.
Product Description from Manufacture:
Honors Award Winner of National Parenting Publication Awards 2013
Sleep influences our entire family’s life and well-being. A good night’s sleep is important for every member of the family, it helps us to feel refreshed and full of energy. A night without enough sleep can leave us feeling exhausted and irritable impacting how we perform throughout the day.
For a parent, a restful evening and a good nights sleep can be determined by the sleep routine of their child. If there is no routine then it can make for a stressful family time. In addition to this, increasing evidence shows that sleep disruption is harmful to children’s learning, concentration and behavior. Therefore one of the most important things a parent/carer can do for their children is create a good bedtime routine. If this is something that hasn’t been instilled from a young age; then it can often prove quite a challenge!
Our Good Night, Sleep Tight reward chart provides a complete system to help parents and carers create that good, solid bedtime routine. It provides a step by step routine with tips and guidelines to help you give your child a healthy nights sleep.
Gold star stickers reward the pre-bedtime routine such as putting on pyjamas, brushing teeth, reading a bedtime book and getting into bed.
In the morning smiley face reward stickers acknowledge your child's successful accomplishments from the night before, such as staying in their own bed, not calling out and falling asleep naturally.
Each pack contains:
• Large chart (17 inches high x 11 inches wide)
• 48 *reusable gold star reward stickers
• 130 *reusable colored smiley face reward stickers
• Supportive information sheet showing working example, tips and guidelines
• Dry erase pen
• Sticky mounting pads for the wall
A FREE printable sleep certificate is available to download from the 'Free Stuff' tab on Facebook page.
Our Review:
We were given a chance to review the Good Night, Sleep Tight reward chart, and this opportunity came at a perfect time for our family. Our littlest one just turned 4 and has a rough time sleeping alone. She has had many nightmares each night for the past couple of years, and those nightmares have scared her, making it so she won't sleep alone, this causing her to sleep with us on a regular basis. However, now sleeping with us is becoming more of a comfort than a necessity. We had a plan to begin the process of getting our little one back in her own bed as soon as the kids began summer break, and that is when the chart arrived. Perfect timing!
This chart is great. It's simple enough, but at the same time the stickers are bright and colorful so it created excitement right away from our little girl. I love that the stickers are reusable! We use other reward charts for different things, like extra reading, but they are a one-time use style chart. Total waste of paper and money, and as a Mom trying to only use eco-friendly products it goes against the grain. So the reusablity factor in this product is a huge plus for me. Also, the process for getting our little one back in her own bed trouble-free may take awhile, and it's nice to be able to start over each week using the same chart.
The process of using this reward chart is pretty easy, and the chart chart comes with some great tips. Before we began using the chart we talked about what the chart was for, and the items on the chart that we would focusing on. Getting ready for bed is a breeze for us, so the chart is a positive thing for my little one as we are getting into bed each night after she gets all her stickers. In the morning we give our little ones the stickers to put on her chart after she wakes up - which she really looks forward to - and we talk about each item and why she isn't getting stickers for some of the items. We "make a plan" as to how we can do a little better each night. We have a ways to go for getting all of our morning stickers, but now that we are just getting serious I think this chart is really beneficial. My little one loves every aspect of this chart. And so far, so do I. If you are looking for a sleep chart I highly recommend this reward chart from the Victoria Chart Company.
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Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.
Product Description from Manufacture:
Green Tones is owned by the legendary music company, Hohner. Since 1857, Hohner has been manufacturing quality musical instruments. Combining Hohner's heritage of providing authentic musical experiences with environmentally friendly materials, we strive to provide a safe and engaging platform for music play.
Green Tones are age appropriate wooden musical instruments which feature unique designs produced from sustainable chemical free rubber woods with non-toxic glue. low VOC water based paint, and recycled packaging. Including award winning animal shakers, car/boat/train whistles, beginner drums, tuned glockenspiels, and much more for ages 6 months to 4 years old.
Our Review:
LOVE. LOVE. LOVE!! So excited to find a company that makes super cute, fun, eco-friendly musical toys for kids. "All green tones® instruments are made with either chemical free Rubberwood or Mangowood, non-toxic glue, and water based VOC free paint. This means that they are not only good for the planet, but perfectly safe for children’s mouths as well!" What an awesome company! My girls loved the toys sent to us to test (their favorite is the Mama Bear Drum), and our friends keep asking where we got them. The mama bear drum is perfect for little hands, and makes a nice sounds with hands and with the stick provided. My older daughter (age 7) even had a blast, and still loves playing with the drum. These products make a great gift for the next baby shower and for a birthday. I highly recommend products from Green Tones!
Prize product shipped will be chosen at random by the sponsor. Winner will be notified via email and has 24 hours to respond with a mailing address. After 24 hours a new winner will be chosen. No social media sites are affiliated with this giveaway. Green Tones is 100% responsible for prize shipment.
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.
Each week we choose an item that we personally love to feature on our blog! This week our Product of the Week is the Ferry Boat, by Green Toys!
"Regardless of the adventure, a quick bathtub excursion or an extended trans-pool voyage, this two-story vessel is ready to hit the open water with room for eco-friendly cargo galore, and even comes with two Green Toys Mini Fastbacks. Use the slide-out ramp to load up the spacious bottom level that accommodates up to four Green Toys Mini Vehicles or Fastbacks. The open top deck features two small benches on each side, as well as eleven windows looking down into the main level."
We love Green Toys because they are made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs saving energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Their toys are dishwasher safe, making it super easy to keep toys clean especially after being outside. Another thing we love about Green Toys - No BPA, phthalates, PVC, or external coatings. EVER! An added bonus, the packaging used is recycled and recyclable materials and printed with soy inks. So besides making super cool, fun toys, Green Toys makes our Earth a better place. It's a win-win!
We highly recommend the Ferry Boat, by Green toys for your own child, or as a gift for the next birthday party! They will thank you for being so awesome.
For those of you who don't know us, we are Happy Green Baby, the owners of HappyGreenBaby.com. We are a family of four, with 2 dogs, a cat and a bunch of fish.
Happy Green Baby is the official blog of Happygreenbaby.com and we are about living our lives, and raising our children, as friendly to the Earth as we can be, one step at a time. More importantly - There is no judgement here at Happy Green Baby! We recoginize the need for everyone to do things in a way that works for themselves and their own family. We are just happy you are reading our blog, and hope we can provide a few tips on how to make living a green life easier. Our Happy Green Baby Blog (that you are reading right now) is a little about everything - living green tips, DIY recipes, crafts ideas, ways to save money and fun giveaways!
HappyGreenBaby.com is an on-line boutique specializing in eco-friendly baby, kid and family products. More children's products at this point, but working hard to bring in more for the entire family. We carry eco-friendly clothes, toys, skin care products, maternity clothes and so much more. If you haven't had a chance to check us out now is your chance, and please think of us for your family needs or for your next gift giving occasion!
Have you heard of Sunshine and Freckles? Sunshine and Freckles is run by a fabulous mom with two little munchkins. She loves style and design! The feel of Sunshine & Freckles is "Vintage Chic", combining a modern feel with the charm of an earlier, quainter time. They have unique, cute clothes and fabulous customer service. If you want darling girl clothes, for your own children or maybe for a gift, check out Sunshine and Freckles!
So, what do these two companies have to do with Valentine's Day you ask? Happy Green Baby and Sunshine and Freckles are teaming up to bring a giveaway to you. February is the month of love and we want to share some with YOU!! This is your chance to Win a Coin Bangle Bracelet & So Sweet Headband AND an Episencial Peaceful Bubbles & Snuggly Lotion Set.
Jammy Jams is a fun, modern twist on lullabies for parents who strive to create memories with their little ones while teaching them a thing or two about their own style. Lullaby versions of your favorite Hip-Hop, Rock, Pop and More! Jammy Jams features lullaby renditions of songs originally by everyone from Jay-Z to Stryper, Eminem to The Fray, Lady Gaga to The Beastie Boys!
About Jammy Jams
In 2010, shortly after Jeff and his wife Lynn welcomed their son Rollins into the world, Jeff was inspired by his son (during late night feedings) to develop lullabies that would not only provide soothing, calming music for baby, but would also entertain the parents. On one late night in the winter of 2010, Jammy Jams was born! Read more about Jammy Jams HERE.
Product Description
Whether you are a classic hip-hop or alternative music fan or a connoisseur of rock, hair bands, or pop music, you and baby will enjoy this collection of lullaby renditions from a variety of musicians such as Daft Punk, Miley Cyrus, Fugees, Oasis, and Def Leppard. Expose your little one to multiple genres of music while effortlessly drifting off into dreamland.
1. Get Lucky (originally by Daft Punk) 2. Wrecking Ball (originally by Miley Cyrus) 3. Send Me An Angel (originally by Real Life) 4. Groove is In The Heart (originally by Deee-Lite) 5. Ready Or Not (originally by Fugees) 6. Champagne Supernova (originally by Oasis) 7. We Are Young (originally by Fun.) 8. Hysteria (originally by Def Leppard) 9. Drunken Lullabies (originally by Flogging Molly) 10. I Will Always Love You (in the style of Whitney Houston)
LOVE IT! We love Jammy Jams, Greatest Naps, Vol. 2! Soothing, yet not too slow. Not just 'another lullaby'. I have to be honest, traditional kid music doesn't bother me - HOWEVER it drives my husband batty. He would have loved this music when our first child was born. But never too late - we believe in the power of music - and even our 7 yr. old is now listening to Jammy Jams at bedtime. Jammy Jams isn't just for bedtime either, it's great to listen to when the kids need some down-time during the day. And what a great gift for the next baby shower or little kid birthday party. We highly recommend checking out Jammy Jams, for yourself and for your friends & family!
View a full list of other Jammy Jams' albums HERE:
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As our family began making changes a few years back to become more eco-friendly, I quickly realized the importance of healthy skin care products. That is about the time I came across the brand Babytime, by Episencial and I fell in love. Episencial combines advanced skin care technology with Actively Healthy™ ingredients including probiotics, neem oil and botanically-sourced essential fatty acids and antioxidants to enhance skin immunity and defend against daily environmental challenges from water, sun and air. Young kids are exposed to more contaminants in air, water, food, and personal care products than adults. Immature organ systems are often less capable of fending off chemical assaults. Did you know subtle damage to developing bodies now may lead to disease later in life?
Babytime! by Episencial simplifies choosing effective, natural, safe skincare for your baby so you can focus on the little memories that are made during the most unexpected times. When changing a diaper, giving a bath, massaging baby to sleep or prepping for the outdoors, Babytime! by Episencial is there to help you Enjoy Every Moment!
Products are designed for sensitive skin, made with all natural ingredients, many that are organic, and never made with bad chemicals. Products smell terrific from natural juice extract; no fragrances are used. All products are manufactured with solar power, never tested on animals, and are packaged in recycled and sustainable materials.
Are you confused when you read skin care labels? It’s not just you. That is one of the reasons I love Episencial, they have and share their great resources to help end the confusion. Babytime! products are made with at least 70% organic ingredients, and are certified by the USDA. Working within this criteria, they are able to make completely safe, highly effective formulas exclusively with plant-based, natural or naturally derived, and predominantly organic ingredients.
Now introducing our favorite Episencial product: Snuggly Lotion! This product is 'Tried and True' in our household! Lock in skin's hydration with this non-greasy nourishing moisturizer. Soothing borage seed oil helps boost skin immunity while avocado, flax, and primrose oils soften and condition delicate skin. Glides easily for smooth application - perfect for massage.
Directions: Smooth onto face and body after bath. To renew extra dry skin, layer over Episencial Soothing Cream. Massage into scalp to help loosen flaky skin. Use alone or as a part of the 3 Step System for best results.
Now, one of the reasons I LOVE Snuggly Lotion is because it's perfect for the entire family, not just your baby. I love it, my husband loves it, and it is perfect for my little girls. There is no smell, so you won't be walking around smelling like baby powder, or some other 'scent' formulated for babies. It's not greasy, which is also a huge plus for our family. And it's always nice to just buy one lotion for the entire family, not two or three.
Another reason I LOVE Snuggly Lotion is that EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database gives it a safety rating of 1 (0 being the lowest, 10 the highest... 10 is BAD!) Take a look.
If your family has decided to live a green and healthy lifestyle, then let me introduce you to Happy Green Baby. Happy Green Baby is a family run and operated online boutique with some of the best eco-friendly and sustainable products for your family, especially your baby. They handpick specialty organic and natural products with a commitment to lessening impact on the environment.
I love the company’s philosophy because I totally agree with it: When we make small changes every day to lessen our impact on the environment, we make a difference. When you choose to start living a more eco-friendly lifestyle, you must take baby steps. You can’t change everything in one day. My advice to people has always been to pick one or two things that they want to see changed the most, then do it. As time goes on pick a couple more things to change. Eventually you don’t have to try so hard to green, you are doing it naturally everyday! One of the best places to start changing is with your baby!
If you are new to living an eco-friendly lifestyle or are just interested in learning about more green ways to live, then visit the Happy Green Baby’s Learning Center. You can also subscribe to their blog for more helpful tips and tricks.
Use code “THANKFUL” for 20% OFF your purchase on Happy Green Baby.
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Happy Green Happy would like to give one of my readers the chance to win a $35 e-gift card.
This Giveaway is open to US only and ends 12/5.
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**Making the world a greener place - one baby (family) at a time**
HappyGreenBaby is an online baby boutique featuring the best in eco-friendly and sustainably produced baby clothes, toys, skin care, and baby gear. We handpick specialty organic and natural products from top quality brands, all with a commitment to lessening impact on the environment.
We all know there’s nothing small about being a parent, and these days we’re faced with more decisions than ever. HappyGreenBaby.com hopes to make it easier for you to discover eco-friendly options for you, your friends and your family.
The HappyGreenBaby Family
We are a family of four, along with two dogs and a bunch of fish, and as of week ago - a kitten. We love to be outside enjoying nature, and it's what gives us the motivation to continue HappyGreenBaby.com. We are a family learning how to preserve our Earth, and love passing that knowledge on to our kids, our family and friends.
Philosophy
At HappyGreenBaby, we believe going green is all about taking baby steps. We know that no one is perfect; no one lives in a completely organic household and wears only eco-friendly clothes or composts every bit of food left on a plate. Instead, we’d like to think about green living as a lifestyle that evolves. Take your canvas bags to the market today. Try a cloth diaper tomorrow. Switch your skin care products (one at a time, if needed) to products without chemicals. When we make small changes every day to lessen our impact on the environment, we make a difference.
A good place to start making small changes is with the biggest change in your life: your new baby. Babies need a lot of stuff! Clothes, diapers, lotion, soaps, sheets … before long your home will be overflowing with tiny things. We think if you’re going to buying all the baby gear anyway, why not choose to buy organic cotton crib sheets, non-toxic teething toys, eco-friendly furniture instead of conventional? Make a green, sustainable choice with your baby purchases and you’ll make a difference in the health of the planet and your family.
HappyGreenBaby.com isn't just for babies anymore. Babies grow up! And Fast! Our little green babies are now six & three (oh, where does the time go?) We are expanding our product lines to include toddlers, young adults and well, soon the entire family.
Our Commitment to the Earth
HappyGreenBaby is committed to operating our business, and running our house, in a green, clean, eco-friendly way. Here are just a few of things we do to lessen our impact on the environment:
We reuse all of the boxes we receive merchandise in as shipping boxes for our customers! We hope our customers will reuse the box once again or recycle it.
We print everything on post-consumer recycled paper … and we reuse that paper, too!
We reuse all shipping materials, so we are not filling up the landfills with packaging material just to turn around and buy it again.
We only buy from companies that are committed to providing us with high-quality, eco-friendly products.
In our house we compost our left-over food, newspapers, leaves from the garden...anything and everything we can. We also have a worm farm! Composting is easy, however, the worm farm is not for everyone.
We try to make healthier choices when we eat, choosing organic food when possible.
When we buy gifts we try to choose gifts that are not wasteful, and have a cleaner footprint.
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Embark on a cruise across the bathtub. Navigate the wading pool. Even splash around in the occasional mud puddle. There’s no end to the Good Green Fun™ young sailors can have with the Green Toys™ Tugboat. This colorful craft floats great, and has a wide spout to scoop and pour water.
Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, our trusty Tugboat is both good for the earth, and – most importantly – safe for the busy little folks who play there. No BPA, PVC, phthalates or external coatings. Packaged using only recycled and recyclable materials and printed with soy inks.
Storyland Yoga is a fun-filled adventure that infuses children with an eco-conscious message. Two unique stories, Save the Whale and Condor Trek, engage a child's imagination through storytelling. Kid's learn yoga postures by becoming part of the story and imitating animals. Yoga is great exercise and helps to calm children, giving them greater focus and increased clarity. By connecting with nature and gaining respect for their own health and well being, children become empowered to create solutions for the health and sustainability of our planet. Storyland Yoga is equally fun for parents and family members who can benefit from yoga, while enjoying organic time with their children.
I believe in the power of Yoga, and this a great way to introduce yoga to young children. This DVD mixes basic yoga moves with an fun story and teaches children the benefits of staying active. If you are looking for a yoga "workout" this is really not it, however, it you are looking for a way to introduce yoga to your children, or looking for a fun, different way to do yoga with kids, this IS for you. One of the best things about Storyland Yoga is that you are not only learning the basic yoga moves but you and the little ones are also learning how to create a positive influence on our planet and our environment. This knowledge can't be taught early enough! Storyland Yoga is the winner of Parent's Choice Approved, Mom's Choice Gold, Dr. Toy's Best Green Product and Creative Child Magazine "Preferred Choice" in the Environmentally Friendly Category! And it even gets better ~ Playful Planet donates a portion of every one of your purchases to causes that support children, the environment, and the world community. Perfect for your young kids, and makes a perfect gift!
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**Available in FIVE colors, in sizes 12m - size 6!
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**Making the world a greener place - one baby (family) at a time**
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Happy Green Baby is the official blog of
Happygreenbaby.com and we are about living our lives, and raising our
children, as friendly to the Earth as we can be, one step at a
time.
What does “going or living green” mean?
For some of us it means composting every scrap of a
leftover lunch, cloth diapering, and making organic baby food from
scratch. For others, it’s about using only non-toxic chemicals in our homes and
recycling. For some of us it is eating
only organic food. And for others it’s
somewhere in between. Regardless where
you fit in the ‘going green’ lifestyle, we just want to spread awareness on
what our choices make on the Earth.
There is no judgement here at Happy Green Baby! We recoginize the need for everyone to do things in a way that works for themselves and their own family. We are just happy you are here, and hope we can provide a few tips on how to make living a green life easier.
Raising children can pose a whole new series of challenges
for eco-conscious people. Your new little bundle of joy requires a lot of
stuff (diapers, clothes, bottles, crib bedding, nursery
furniture, towels, bubble bath, more diapers). As your children grow so does the collection
of “stuff” filling up your home. So how do you not become some sort of crazed consumer, filling every
room of your home with all the baby (and kid) stuff (you don’t need) that’s bad for you,
baby and the earth? How do you handle
the less than earth friendly gifts you get by friends and family, who mean well
but don’t have your passion for a non-toxic lifestyle? These are some of the questions we are trying to answer for you (as well as ourselves).
So what is your next step? Where do you begin?
Well, You just did it – you took a first step and you
checked out an eco-friendly blog.
Continue to follow us and you’ll find quick tips and helpful hints
for adding a little green to your daily life. No lectures, no “we’re better than you attitude, no all-or-nothing. Just green ideas for the entire family. Plus, we’ll be showcasing the coolest,
eco-friendly baby clothes and gear you’ll find anywhere. Seriously cool
stuff.
We want your help!
Feel free to comment on our posted questions - or give us product suggestions. Do you write eco-friendly articles and want to be featured on our blog? Contact us at [email protected]. We want to hear and learn from you.
We believe raising a Happy Green Baby (and Family) is all about baby steps.
3-2-1 blast off - the Green Toys™ Rocket launches into another eco-friendly deep-space mission! Made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk jugs that save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this spacecraft takes off in search of other planets while still taking care of this one.
The fully equipped, 2-in-1 set includes a detachable top capsule and two astronauts that sport molded spacesuits, helmets, and dual-tank backpacks. Powered by a main booster and three auxiliary fin boosters, the Rocket has a large door that flips down to double as a set of steps up into the main cavity, while the detachable nose cone capsule has its own door that opens to reveal buttons, dials, and of course, the signature Green Toys 8-track. No BPA, phthalates, PVC or external coatings, and also dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Packaged with recycled and recyclable materials and printed with soy inks.
It's July, and the weather is close to 100 degree's where we live and we are head deep in summer fun! (Okay, it is no longer July...but I couldn't finish my post with all the summer fun we are having PLUS I really don't want school to start, so I'm dragging my feet a little...) anyway, obviously the LAST thing on my mind is back-to-school. Well, that was until I realized school is back in session (were we live ) in one month (now, 13 days...YIKES). Yes, 13 days. NOT. READY. But ready or not it is on its way.
The beginning of the school year is the perfect opportunity to start school off on the right foot. Here are a few items to help you make the perfect eco-friendly choices when choosing back-to-school supplies!
Are you tired of using tupperware and other plastics? Do you feel like there are no other options for packing food for school snacks & lunch? Well, keep reading! We have answers for you.
One of our favorite brands we use all year long for lunch boxes/snack containers is Eco Lunchbox.
LOVE.THEM.
Their BPA-free eco lunchboxes are made out of high-quality, food-grade stainless steel. They have stainless steel bentos, lunch boxes & artisan lunch-bags that are plastic-free, waste-free, BPA-free, PVC-free, petroleum-free and vinyl-free. Healthy for people and the planet! Below are our top three favorites from Eco Lunchbox. Oh, did we mention they are all dish-washer safe? Yep! Another bonus!
Container measures 5 1/4 inches square and 1 7/8 inches deep. Great for all different types of snacks, including fruit, crackers and cheese. The ideas are endless.
This lunch box measures 4 inches wide, 5 1/2 inches long and 2 3/4 inches high. The bottom layer is 1 inch deep and fits a whole sandwich on sliced bread. The top layer is 1 1/2 inches deep and fits cut fruit, dry snacks, pasta or salad. The small inner box, which contains 1/2 cup for wet foods, is good for applesauce, cut fruit and salads, but be warned, its pressure fitting stainless steel lid is not 100% leak-proof because no plastic is used.
The large oval lunchbox measures 6 1/2 inches long by 5 inches wide and 2 inches tall. It fits two halves of a sandwich stacked with room for sides. Also great for pastas, salads and other leftovers.
The Lunchbox set includes a small stainless steel cup (3 1/2" diameter) with a no-leak, BPA-free plastic lid for sauces, dressings, yogurt, applesauce or other wet items. The cup fits inside the larger oval box or can be used separately. This one is my personal favorite.
Okay, onto more ideas...
Lunch Skins: Another favorite! So many ways to use them, not just for school lunch. Whether you care about our environment, saving money, eating healthy, or looking stylish, LunchSkins are the answer to your plastic baggie blues -- they offer an environmental benefit (reduce landfill waste), a practical benefit (they can be used hundreds of times and save you money over the long run), and a healthy choice (food tastes better in a pastry bag). All Lunchskins are certified food-safe fabric, hand sewn in the USA, dishwasher-safe, quick-drying, lightweight cotton fabric, lead-free, bpa-free and phthalate-free. I use these for all sorts of things...like keeping things organized in my purse, stickers ready to go for the church bag, crayons/markers on the go... the list really is endless.
Reuseable "Big" Bag: What to put in these sub-sized 8 x 7 inch lunchskins besides a large sandwich? They are also perfect for packing snacks for a road trip, and of course, the perfect size for a slice of left over pizza.
Crocodile Creek's BPA-FREEkids backpack is just the right size for kindergarten to second grade. The sturdy design prevents contents from being crushed and has just the right storage capacity for primary and elementary school, while the interior sections help keep your child organized. It's sizable enough to hold a folder or coloring book, a change of clothes and a lunch box, without being too large for younger children. And the designs are super cute, which we all know is important to our little ones too.
Make a waste-free lunch for your child in this bright, beautiful lunch box from Crocodile Creek, and they'll be eager to go back to school each and every day. This sturdy, insulated lunch bag keeps food fresh and prevents it from being crushed. There's even a zippered pocket for parents and caregivers to include a love note or small surprise! Made from safe, high-quality materials and easy to clean, this Crocodile Creek lunch box is available in four patterns, so that you can help your child stand out from the cafeteria crowd.
• Kids lunch box replaces disposable paper and plastic bags. • BPA-, phthalate-, PVC-, lead- and vinyl-free. • Insulated. • Sturdy design keeps food from being crushed.
And don't forget to keep those tuna sandwiches cold with reusable ice packs. Check out Non-toxic and kid safe ice packs that are SUPER CUTE!
Please take a minute and check out our other eco-friendly, super cute, Back-to-School items at happygreenbaby.com. I'd like to write about all of them, but well, with only 13 days left until school starts if I don't post this right now, I probably never will.
Don't forget we offer FREE SHIPPING (on most items, there are a few restrictions) to our blog readers on back to school items for the month of August! Enter FREESHIPDEAL at checkout at www.happygreenbaby.com.
Thanks for reading! And Happy First Day of School to you (and your kids).
**Making the world a greener place - one baby (family) at a time**
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