sustainability Archives | Cool Mom Picks

We’ve got 5 eco-friendly paper towel alternatives to help you make the switch at the perfect time.

by Caroline Siegrist | Kitchen + Dining, Tips + Tricks

I’ve been meaning to wean our family off paper towels for years, and this quarantine is finally giving the push that I need. Thanks, empty paper towel shelves at Kroger! So I’ve been chatting with eco-conscious friends and colleagues about favorite paper...

So we don’t normally get excited about toothbrushes, but…

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Health, Fitness + Wellbeing, Kids

Is some new toothbrush a thing to get all pumped about? Generally…no. I mean I am a recent devotee of Quip and Quip Kids after reading Kristen’s raving reviews, but now I’ve found a low-tech toothbrush that gets me just as excited about dental...

CHNGE is more than hip organic streetwear, it could change business practice as we know it.

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion, Kid Fashion

We’ve always talked about conscientious consumerism around here — buy fewer things, but love all of them — and wearing fashion from companies we feel amazing about supporting. The newest addition to our closets: CHNGE, a hip new streetwear brand...

The amazing story behind Girlfriend Collective’s new sustainable, ethically produced t-shirts.

by Marsha Takeda-Morrison | Fashion

We get it – you don’t need another t-shirt. But we think once you hear about the Girlfriend Collective’s new Cupro Collection you mayyyyyy find room for at least one more to squeeze into your closet. (Yes, right there, next to your vintage Coachella 1999 tee and your...

LEGO gets more eco-friendly with a plastic made from…what??

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

As someone who is raising my kids on LEGO sets, but also a lot of talk about disposable plastic toys, I am so happy to see the news that LEGO is introducing sustainable, plant-based pieces starting this year, as part of their commitment to incorporate sustainable...

We’re crushing hard on these nature-inspired handmade blocks.

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

I took one look at the nature-inspired handmade wooden blocks from Water & Lightning at Toy Fair 2018 and…instant love. These minimalist but colorful stacking blocks feel amazing, are nicely weighted, and the perfect size for both little hands learning to...

Newly gives old materials new life in the most beautiful way

by Kristen Chase | Living

It used to be that clothes and gifts made from recycled materials compromised on style. But these days, companies are finding creative ways to make fabulous products using resources we already have, making a huge, positive impact on the planet we live on and the one...

Tegu blocks, now customizable. And adorable. And possibly covered in pink dinosaurs.

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Since their launch, we’ve been huge fans of Tegu, makers of the smart, high quality, sustainable wood and magnetic block sets that have just blown up over the years. While their collection of choices has gotten bigger, now Tegu has a wonderful new offering...

Good reason to order your Valentine’s Day flowers now from The Bouqs

by Christina Refford | Valentine's Day

Oh, how I would love to see bright beautiful flowers arriving at my doorstep for Valentine’s Day, especially midway through this cold winter where everything outside my window is frozen. And those of us who are planning to give or hoping to receive flowers for...

Sustainable food storage: 3 eco-friendly plastic wrap alternatives

by Stacie Billis | Kitchen + Dining

November marks the beginning of the holiday cooking season and if there’s one thing that will get you through—whether you’re responsible for holiday meals or just trying to get dinner on the table between holiday shopping, travel, and gatherings—it’s planning...

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