“Seventy-five percent of fashion supply chain material ends up in landfills. This amounts to ‘the equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles per second.’” — Pulse of the Fashion Industry 2018 Report Before becoming a slow fashion advocate, I was part of the fast-fashion problem. I purchased far more than I wore and donated most …
eBikes & eScooters For Cruisin’ and Commutin’ Few experiences feel as thrilling as riding through a city or a dirt trail on a bike—the wind lapping at our hair and the sun on our skin. But sometimes, our legs get tired; we’re only human. For the same experience without the grueling legwork, consider an electric …
I hadn’t realized that the right mattress could make or break a home until I finally decided to invest in one. For so long, my bed was simply a place to rest my head at night — I didn’t care about how soft or firm it was, or if it was built of coils or …
Self-Care For A Mother’s Body And Mind More and more resources are being offered to women to extend guidance and a helping hand throughout pregnancy and beyond. The authors below turn to ancient wisdom and women experts to provide us with the knowledge of how to embrace our bodies and the changes that come with …
Creating A Closet That Supports Your Pregnancy Journey Saying “I have nothing to wear” while standing in front of my closet has never been more relevant. As I’ve watched my body change throughout pregnancy, I’ve had to set aside clothing I once knew and loved. (This Instagram Reel sums up the experience perfectly.) Just a …
Trained Perinatal Professionals To Support You During Childbirth In speaking with close friends about their childbirth experiences, I’ve discovered there is a shared desire amongst pregnant people to feel in control and connected to one’s body during pregnancy and labor. Unfortunately, not everyone feels empowered while giving birth. A doula can help with this. As …
I have always been suspicious of memory. Growing up as a child of divorce, I learned early how easily an experience can change through the filter of different minds. The facts of the story might remain unchanged, but the meaning and the details get jumbled, lost, or fully reinvented as a person relives them. “Growing …
I’ll admit that I don’t always pay close attention to some of the shows my daughter watches. Since this tends to be during the transitional time between the end of day and dinner, I’m usually occupied with cooking or emptying her backpack or wrapping up my own workday. Which means that my knowledge of her …
We’ve researched and tested dozens of period underwear — these are our favorite options for comfort, absorbency, and nontoxic fabrics across a range of price points. Period panties — your comfy and sustainable alternative to dreaded tampons and pads! The best pairs are soft, breathable, stretchy — and importantly, absorbable. They’ve been our BFF many …
We’ve worn and written about slow fashion for a decade — these are our favorite brands for plus size sustainable clothing that are ethical, eco-friendly, and offer sizes for XXXL and up. For sustainable fashion to transition from niche to normal, it’s vital that fair fashion be accessible to everyone who wants to engage in …