What’s more sentimental and unique than a personalized gift? Go the extra mile this year by gifting your bestie or your significant other sustainable and ethical products made specifically for them. The custom gifts below include everything from kits and candles to jewelry and perfumes — suitable for a range of budgets. Best of all, …
Babies under a year old sleep a lot — upwards of 12–16 hours a day. This sleep is critical in supporting both their cognitive and physical growth. But how much thought do you give to what they’re sleeping on? Traditionally, crib mattresses are made of or topped with polyurethane foam, which comes from petroleum, and they often contain potentially …
As much as we love to travel, something about summer makes us want to stay home and create our own little outdoor oasis. Is there really anything better than taking long afternoon naps in a hammock or losing yourself to a book while lounging in the sun? (Yes to more Vitamin D, pls.) ☀️ Whether you have …
Whether you’re a plant parent, or a millennial with a leafy love affair, a pot is just as important as the plant you stick inside of it—both for aesthetics and for plant health. There are a few things you’ll need to take into consideration when choosing your plant’s future home—like pot size and material. From ceramic …
If you’re like us and trying to piece together an eco-friendly home, you’ll know how difficult it is to find sustainable linen curtains. Thankfully, not anymore! We’ve done the research so you can enjoy the benefits: These shops offer consciously-made linen curtains across price points, colors, and styles. Here’s to bedrooms, living rooms, and personal spaces …
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 a time …
Holiday messaging is often about more: more food, more parties, and most of all, more stuff. But sometimes, it’s necessary to draw a line and say enough is enough. Whether it’s swelling closets, shrinking budgets, or just the sheer overwhelm of stepping into a retail store, many of us find ourselves wanting less this time of year. If …
I didn’t really understand how much time I had before my daughter was born, and so I was pretty blindsided by how dramatically the landscape of my daily life changed. When it takes a planning meeting to carve out 15 minutes of alone time to take a shower, it makes going out with friends seem …
When my partner called me that Tuesday, I knew something was up. He was almost breathless on the phone and had this urgency in his voice that told me he needed to talk. “I’m getting a vasectomy,” he said plainly. I paused, my heart thumping loudly in my chest. “Okay,” I answered, almost just as …
We are big believers that sustainability starts by using what we already have, repairing it when it can be repaired, and using it until it’s totally worn out, broken, or no longer serving our needs. When it’s time to replace something, we try to make the most conscious effort possible to find a long-lasting and …
