September 8th, 2011 
Erica 
To say my boys love puzzles is the understatement of the week. They do them daily! We’ve recently purchased puzzle glue and have had fun turning them into works of art. Our next project: The Very Hungry Caterpillar puzzle, based on the classic book. Love it!! This 42-piece puzzle is made with soy based ink Read More →
Posted in Books and Toys, Eco-Friendly, Educational 
Tags: pottery barn kids, puzzle, very hungry caterpillar 
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August 30th, 2011 Erica When you think of lunchboxes, dishwashers may not necessarily come to mind – until now. Yubo makes a durable, dishwasher safe lunchbox that can be easily disassembled and assembled again (so easy, our 3 year old tester did it). Each part fits nicely into slim dishwasher slots. The deluxe set includes reusable meal and snack Read More →
Posted in Eat and Drink, Eco-Friendly, Gear and Doodads, Travel Related Tags: back to school, child lunchbox, green lunchbox No Comments »
August 26th, 2011 Erica Here’s a neat green on-the-go option! Saky Sacks are resusable bags that can hold up to 25 pounds of stuff. They are cute enough to compliment your outfit – compact enough to carry those last minute purchases. Find a style you like at www.sakysacks.com. Each sack will run you about $25.
Posted in Eat and Drink, Eco-Friendly, For Mom, Travel Related Tags: green, grocery bags, reusable bags, travel bags No Comments »
July 5th, 2011 Erica Make your own homemade baby food? Pack up the reserves with these handy baby food storage cubes by Green Sprouts. Each cube holds 2 ounces of puréed food you can keep in the fridge or freezer! The lids snap securely for easy transport. These BPA free cubes also stack for maximum storage, 4 cubes per Read More →
June 28th, 2011 Erica Here’s a way to provide added protection from UV rays. Sunny Sleevez are a smart option, providing 50+ SPF as soon as you put them on arms or legs. They come in a variety of creative designs and colors for boys and girls. Great idea for kiddos with sensitive skin or who have allergies to Read More →
May 10th, 2011 Erica Get it all organized! These storage boxes by Land Of Nod, are stylish, spacious and educational. The removable lids of these jumbo blocks double as colorful letter, number and shape boards. Teach while you clean up! Each box is biodegradable too. A set of 3 is $50 at www.landofnod.com. Measures 10.5″Wx10.5″Dx10.5″H. *Disclosure: Land of Read More →
April 22nd, 2011 Erica Upgrade from an infant bottle to a toddler sippy in a snap! The Kiki line, by Pura, allows you the option to swap out between nipples and spouts while using the same base. A great alternative to plastic, these bottles are made with food-safe, BPA free, stainless steel. They also work with other brand Read More →
April 12th, 2011 Erica Here’s a step up from a traditional sippy as your big kid gets even bigger! This cup, by Born Free, has a built-in soft silicone, reusable straw that works on the go and keeps spills at bay. BPA free, easy to clean, and the parts are interchangeable with other Born Free products. About $15 for Read More →
April 4th, 2011 Erica If you’re looking to make green tweaks in your lifestyle, think about your cleaning products! I am a personal fan of Herb’ N Organics, natural and chemical free. I use their Artic Blast glass and surface cleaner and their Peppermint Powder cleansing powder. I rather like the aroma of a peppermint-kissed sink, tub and toilet! Made Read More →
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March 24th, 2011 Erica Make a statement in more ways than one! Check out Babysoy’s Janey Baby Collection, a collaboration with primatologist Jane Goodall. These eco-friendly onesies, bodysuits and tees are made with lightweight soybean fiber and organic cotton. The line is designed to bring conservation awareness, highlighting 9 endangered species discussed in Goodall’s book. Available for size Read More →
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I'm sure everyone thinks of their mom as number #1. I sure do! My mom is a rock star in my eyes; she's always been. I definitely got my task master skills from her. A master coordinator, she's enjoying retirement by planning family reunion #2! This time, it's her side of the family. It's just [...] 
By Andrea Woroch Attention Earthlings: It's time once again for that annual celebration of all things green. Earth Day is nearly upon us and, while many people offer advice on being kind to Mother Earth, too many of these tips don't quite coincide with frugal lifestyles. In an effort to dovetail these two purposes, we [...] 
