Why I Finally Stopped Buying Personalized Blankets For My Kids
I was dragging a heavy plastic storage bin down the pull-down attic stairs last Tuesday, sweat dripping down the back of my neck in this brutal Texas heat, when the lid completely snapped off. Out spilled a massive, dusty mountain...
The truth about girls clothing from a tired pediatric nurse
My mother told me I needed to dress my daughter in pure silk to protect her aura from negative energy. The veteran charge nurse on my pediatric floor said to put her in whatever was cheapest at the discount store...
Why I exclusively buy baby boys clothes for my twin daughters
Maya was stuck in a holly bush. This wasnβt an unusual occurrence for a Tuesday morning, but what made this particular extraction difficult was that her supposedly durable, sparkly woodland-themed leggings had snagged on a branch and were rapidly unravelling...
Dear Past Jess: Finding a Good Feeding Bottle Without the Tears
Dear Past Jess, You're standing in Aisle 12 at the big-box store right now, heavily pregnant with baby number three, staring at a literal wall of plastic and silicone, and you're crying. Real, salty, hormone-fueled tears right there next to...
The baby carrier myth that nearly broke my spine (and spirit)
I'm standing in the middle of our cramped London kitchen, wrapped in fifteen feet of grey jersey material, looking like a mummy that gave up halfway through the embalming process. Maya is screaming on the rug. Chloe is staring at...
Eco-Friendly Toys: A Sustainable Choice
When it comes to choosing toys for our little ones, the options seem endless. However, in our quest to provide the best for our children, itβs crucial to consider the impact our choices have on the environment. Eco-friendly toys are...
Top Eco-Friendly Baby Brands to Consider
In this article, we'll explore some top eco-friendly baby brands that are making waves in the world of sustainable baby products. From diapers to clothing, these brands are leading the way in providing safe, sustainable options for your little bundle...
Eco-Friendly Organic Baby Gift Ideas
Welcoming a newborn into the world is a moment filled with joy, hope, and, letβs be honest, a bit of chaos. As you navigate this exciting journey, finding the perfect gift for a new baby can feel overwhelming. But fear...
Bamboo grows very fast and can be used in many different ways (food, building materials, horticulture, consumer goods, musical instruments and for fiber production). The fibers are obtained from the stem. Because the outer layer of bamboo stems is very...