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Din Din Smart Stainless Steel School Bus Platter

by Jennifer Chait, 03/21/10

Tired of going ’round and round’ presenting endless food options to your picky tot at mealtime? The fun, kid-friendly Din Din Smart Stainless Bus Platter may be just the ticket. Designed for the most finicky eaters, this non-toxic stainless steel bus holds five different food options — and because each compartment is nicely divided, food won’t slide and mix together. This handy bus is parent-friendly too — stain resistant, durable, dishwasher safe and best of all free from BPA, phthalates, PVC and lead.

+ Din Din Smart Stainless Bus Platter $15.99

Katkaland Creatures Recycled Fabric Animal Plushies

by Julie Knapp, 03/21/10

If you ask your child to name her favorite stuffed toy, she’ll probably pick one that has that ‘worn’ look of having been loved and treasured. Katkaland Creatures handmade animal plushies have that same charm from the beginning, because they’re all one-of-a-kind and made from recycled fabric. Montreal-designer Katka Hubacek’s latest quirky character, Beast-Tee is made from a super soft preloved T-shirt. You’ll also find adorable options made from recycled cotton, acrylic knit, corduroy, velvet, sweaters and polar fleece.

+ Eco-Friendly Animal Plushies $30-$65

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Natsumi Organic Bunny Onesies and Tees

by Julie Knapp, 03/20/10

Eco-conscious designer Natsumi Nishizumi’s onesies, hats and tees feature simplistically sweet bunny drawings appropriate for Easter or anytime. Each piece in the collection starts with the blank canvas of an American Apparel organic cotton basic. Then Natsumi uses water-based ink to hand-screen print her art. Another plus: 5% of the profits go toward an organization that helps provide medical care to Cambodia’s children.

+ Bunny Organic T-Shirt, Onesies and Hats $20-$32

WIN IT WEDNESDAY! Win 1 of 2 $50 Gift Certificates to Shop Polarn O. Pyret’s ECO Collection for Kids!

by Beth Shea, 03/17/10

Let the spring wardrobe shopping begin! This week we’re giving away TWO $50 gift certificates to TWO lucky readers! Winners will get to go on a green shopping spree, selecting clothing from Polarn O. Pyret’s ECO collection! Choose from adorable separates, all made from 100% organic cotton and bearing the Nordic Swan Eco-label. Featuring classic signature bright, bold stripes and eye-catching patterns, there’s something for every green baby or kid in sizes from newborn to age 11. Polarn O. Pyret’s ECO Collection offers many unisex options, making their long-lasting, quality apparel perfect for gender neutral hand me downs. Designed for play, Polarn O. Pyret clothing is meant to be “worn, washed and loved.” The collection ranges from cozy zip-up sleepers to tops, leggings, dresses, briefs and more. Enter to win after the jump… so you can get shopping!

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7 Eco-friendly, Modern Cribs for Green Babies

7 Eco-friendly, Modern Cribs for Green Babies

How to Grow Plants Indoors with Your Toddler

How to Grow Plants Indoors with Your Toddler

Spark an interest in nature and homegrown, fresh and healthy foods for your little ones by growing your own plants and mini-garden indoors. Most fruits and vegetables in your pantry can provide an educational and fun experiment for young children. It’s easy to green the thumbs of your toddlers — if they can hold a seed in their hand and can poke a hole in dirt, help them plant the seed and watch it grow together! Follow our easy guide to get your indoor garden growing after the jump!

Hand-Knit, Classic Irish Aran Sweater for Green Kids

Hand-Knit, Classic Irish Aran Sweater for Green Kids

Your little Irish rose, or strapping young lad, will look adorable in this authentic hand-knit cardigan, crafted in the traditional Aran style by an Irish knitter in Ireland who boasts 40 years of knitting experience! Also dubbed a “fisherman” sweater, the classic Aran …

5 Green Etsy Finds for a Kid and Eco-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day

5 Green Etsy Finds for a Kid and Eco-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day

Fair-Trade Felt Animal Puppets by Noted

Fair-Trade Felt Animal Puppets by Noted

If you need a reason why we never tire of the classics, look no further than these charming hand puppets by Noted. Handmade by a collective of Nepalese artisans, the colorful menagerie consists of 100% all-natural wool felt, which means you don’t have to worry about fiddly metal or plastic embellishments that might pose choking hazards. Each …

1,2,3 Soleil Convertible Baby Bed by Castor & Chouca

1,2,3 Soleil Convertible Baby Bed by Castor & Chouca

Talk about a triple threat! The 1,2,3 Soleil Convertible Baby Bed by Cator & Chouca only looks like a regular crib. With a couple of tweaks here and there, however, you can convert it into a reclining cradle (good for reflux babies) or a toddler desk once your bambino graduates to a big-kid bed.

WIN IT WEDNESDAY! Win this Prince Lionheart Balance Bike from Franklin Goose!

WIN IT WEDNESDAY! Win this Prince Lionheart Balance Bike from Franklin Goose!

We’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of the first day of spring this month — which means kids will be back to having fun in the sun outdoors! Usher them into the great wide open by giving them a brand new set of wheels! We’re giving away this Prince Lionheart Balance Bike (worth $79.99) from online retailer Franklin Goose, an eco-friendly, one-stop shop for babies and children! “Prince Lionheart’s Balance Bike teaches your child how to balance — a crucial skill necessary before transitioning to a two-wheeled pedal bicycle. Your child’s sense of independence and self-confidence will become evident as they learn to balance and steer at their own pace.” This sweet ride features a 100% birch wood frame, 12″ rubber tires, a height adjustable padded seat and solid rubber handgrips. Franklin Goose offers a wide array of toys made with natural, organic or recycled materials, as well as everything green families need from organic clothing to eco-friendly diapers. The Prince Lionheart Balance Bike fits the Franklin Goose mission to provide mindful, eco-conscious products for green kids. Enter to win after the jump!

NEW! Boba 2G Organic Baby Carrier from NAP, Inc.

NEW! Boba 2G Organic Baby Carrier from NAP, Inc.

Colorado-based NAP, Inc., an environmentally friendly company that designs, develops, and manufactures premium Boba Organic carriers for babywearing parents has just unveiled their brand new Next Generation Boba 2G Organic Baby Carrier. The backpack-style Boba 2G is the first baby carrier to feature both leg support and head protection for children who weigh between 15 and 45 pounds — perfect for busy green families on the go! The Boba 2G is made in the USA by Boulder mountaineering professionals with 100% certified organic cotton and is available in seven nature-inspired color combinations.

Cate & Levi Wall Art Made from Reclaimed Wool

Cate & Levi Wall Art Made from Reclaimed Wool

From Cate & Levi, the same eco-dad designer that creates sweet plush toys, zoo cubes and puppets from reclaimed wool, comes a collection of framed animal wall art that’s perfect for baby’s nursery. Like the fab finds we told …

Handmade Headbands & Hairclips for Little Girls by Lou and Lee

Handmade Headbands & Hairclips for Little Girls by Lou and Lee

Warm hats and ear muffs will soon be out with the winter season, which means sweet hair accessories are in — and what better way to welcome spring than to add some blossoms …

Inhabitots Link Roundup of the Week

Inhabitots Link Roundup of the Week

Kenziepoo loves the new Marionette collection of cushions from Darling Clementine seen above — and we love that these soft, sweet pillows are made with 100% organic cotton.

Growing up Green gives us a leg up on Tightology organic kids …

Kids Dream Up ‘Animal Table,’ Designer Quentin de Coster Brings it to Life

Kids Dream Up ‘Animal Table,’ Designer Quentin de Coster Brings it to Life

When Belgian designer Quentin de Coster set out to create a table for children, he cleverly collaborated with a team of 5 year olds to determine the aesthetic that would be most appealing and relatable. He asked each of the children to draw tables and dogs, and he used their interpretations as the basis for …

5 Sweet Pairs of Eco-Friendly Baby Shoes

5 Sweet Pairs of Eco-Friendly Baby Shoes

We’re still knee deep in winter, but with spring just around the corner, being fashion forward means not waiting for the thaw to shop warmer weather trends! Here are five pairs of our favorite eco-friendly shoes for green babies, to help you get your little one geared up to head outdoors in style!

Handmade Zoo Cubes from Cate & Levi

Handmade Zoo Cubes from Cate & Levi

Cate & Levi Zoo Cubes are both cuddly like a stuffed animal and stackable like a block. Each colorful character is handmade in Toronto, Canada by Josh Title, eco-conscious dad, and team, using reclaimed wool on the outside and non-dyed wool stuffing inside. Since the fabric is reclaimed, no two Zoo Cubes …

Eco-Friendly Giraffe Rocking Chair from Recycle Studio

Eco-Friendly Giraffe Rocking Chair from Recycle Studio

If you’ve yet to pony up for a rocking horse for your tot, opt for this hip Giraffe Rocking Chair from Recycle Studio, which is neck-deep in green design. Handcrafted in a limited run with over 90% salvaged materials — in this case, 1/2″ furniture grade 7 ply apple core plywood leftover …

Co-Zen Maple Lacquer Cutlery Set

Co-Zen Maple Lacquer Cutlery Set

Can mealtime be a quiet, Zen-like experience instead of a hair-pulling, food-lobbing, eardrum-blowing battle of wills? (Highly unlikely, but a mother can dream.) Made from maplewood, this sleek, portable cutlery set by designer Keisei Takemata offers some visual R&R amid the chaos, whether you’re dining in or out. The lid of the …

Robeez Debuts Eco-Friendly Baby & Toddler Shoe Collection

Robeez Debuts Eco-Friendly Baby & Toddler Shoe Collection

Robeez baby shoes are a favorite starter shoe among parents, because in addition to being adorable they carry a prestigious Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association; a seal that’s awarded to products that promote natural foot function. Robeez recently debuted their sustainably designed shoe collection for babies and toddlers, which features several precious styles for girls and boys, that are sure to help baby leave a lighter footprint on the earth.

Ecotronic’s Wind-Up Mr. Robot Head & Battery Free Green Toy Collection

Ecotronic’s Wind-Up Mr. Robot Head & Battery Free Green Toy Collection

Fact #1: “Only 2% of batteries  are currently recycled —  the rest end up in  landfills and are  poisoning our planet.” Fact #2: “Kids love electronic toys.” Add these two facts together and you get the starting point from which Ecotronic has launched a line of wind-up, shake-up, pump-up powered toys. The quirkiest is an …

NEW! ‘Bean Appetit’ Cookbook Serves Up Healthy, Creative Meals for Kids

NEW! ‘Bean Appetit’ Cookbook Serves Up Healthy, Creative Meals for Kids

If your child is a picky eater (and seriously, whose isn’t?), why not make healthy food fun to eat? That’s the mission behind the clever cookbook Bean Appetit: Hip & Healthy Ways to Have Fun With Food. Inside its pages you’ll find oodles of creative, good-for-you recipes that are easy enough for kids to make with little or no adult assistance. We love how many of the foods are vegetarian-friendly focusing on veggies, grains, beans and fruits — though the fact that everything is a visually enticing masterpiece doesn’t hurt either!

Eco-Friendly Art Smocks from 3 Sprouts

Eco-Friendly Art Smocks from 3 Sprouts

Whether making crafts, creating art projects or cooking, you can keep your tot clean and cute at the same time in an eco-friendly Art Smock from 3 Sprouts (the same company that brings us adorable organic cotton canvas owl storage bins). The one-size-fits-all pullover style is crafted from recycled nylon and eco-spun felt made from water bottles — and …

‘Heart for Haiti’ Limited Edition Tees for Valentine’s Day

‘Heart for Haiti’ Limited Edition Tees for Valentine’s Day

The folks at Positively Organic are positively impressive when it comes to combining super cute baby onesies and tees for tots with a socially-responsible business practice. Their 100% organic cotton and sweatshop …

Stainless Steel Feeding Gear for Green Kids from Life Without Plastic

Stainless Steel Feeding Gear for Green Kids from Life Without Plastic

Stainless steel has been proven to be one of the safest materials for containing food and drink. These non-toxic kid’s dishes with stainless steel interiors from Life Without Plastic make mealtime both fun and chemical free. Choose from 3-piece sets, colorful cereal bowls and …

Pecanpals Plush Toys by Noferin

Pecanpals Plush Toys by Noferin

The Pecanpals started as sustainably designed wooden figurines — now, their personable charm has been translated into a colorful, cuddly collection of 13-inch plush toys, which are both ASTM and CE certified. This latest creation from the artistic duo behind Noferin boasts the same adorable character and wit that makes all of their limited edition wooden collections sell out fast. From Periwinkle the Wildlife Rescuer to …

Hand Knit Monkey Rattle from Zubels

Hand Knit Monkey Rattle from Zubels

This charming, smiling Monkey Rattle from Zubels is perfect for newborns and toddlers alike. At 7.5 inches tall it’s a great addition to an eco-friendly plush collection — and the soft, tinkling rattle inside makes it a sweet gift for babies too. The monkey is hand knit by Peruvian artisans under Fair Trade practices. To double the fun, go for both the …

Caboodle: A Cardboard Cat Condo Your Kid Can Decorate

Caboodle: A Cardboard Cat Condo Your Kid Can Decorate

If children and cats have anything in common, it’s their shared love of cardboard boxes. Keep the peace between the two species with the Caboodle, a corrugated cardboard kitty condo that acts as a blank canvas for pint-size Picassos of the less-furry kind. Made in the United States from 40% post-consumer recycled cardboard, the Caboodle features peek-a-boo holes and contoured “grooming edges” for rubbing …

Eco-Friendly, Space Saving, Convertible Studio Crib from Nurseryworks

Eco-Friendly, Space Saving, Convertible Studio Crib from Nurseryworks

The modern Studio Crib from Nurseryworks boasts multifunctional design that helps stretch parents’ furniture budget while enabling families to save space in smaller homes. The Studio Crib is a combined crib and changing table in one, and it expands to meet the evolving needs of a child as he grows into a toddler, by easily converting into a toddler daybed and desk.

Upcycled Plush Owls Deliver Special Valentine Messages

Upcycled Plush Owls Deliver Special Valentine Messages

If you have a Valentine who shares our affection for owls, the adorable parliament of Tiny Wee Hoot Owls from Etsy shop Buttercupbloom make wise, eco-friendly gifts with heart. Each colorful, snuggly plush owl is handmade from a variety of upcycled fabrics from wool sweaters to the faux bois …

NEW! Bo Buro Cardboard Writing Desk Set by Kidsonroof

NEW! Bo Buro Cardboard Writing Desk Set by Kidsonroof

The Bo Buro by Kidsonroof, built for two, isn’t your typical todder-sized desk-and-stool combo. For starters, it’s made of recycled cardboard, which the Dutch design company has printed with a litany of contrasting animal silhouettes. It also comes riddled with holes of different sizes, perfect for hiding tiny treasures and engaging growing imaginations. And don’t make the mistake of equating “cardboard” with “flimsy” …

Huggable Stuffed “Aminals” Bring Kids’ Drawings to Life

Huggable Stuffed “Aminals” Bring Kids’ Drawings to Life

Kids don’t see the world quite the way we do — colors are more intense, proportions are exaggerated, details devolve into rudimentary shapes. It’s this unique perspective that permeates Aminals, a ragtag band of dolls inspired by children’s drawings. Made with certified-organic cotton and low-impact vegetable-based dyes, the quirky characters celebrate childhood at its most creative. Each Aminal, from the scaly Dinasor to the not-so-ferocious …

Eco-Friendly Bamboo Potty Seat from Growing Up Green

Eco-Friendly Bamboo Potty Seat from Growing Up Green

Growing Up Green’s bamboo potty seat for pint-size tushies takes care of business (so to speak) without a lick of plastic. Made to fit most standard toilets, the sustainably crafted seat is composed of 100% pesticide-free bamboo and can be washed with mild soap. Pair it with the matching step stool ($24.99) for a complete, eco-friendly toilet-training set.

+ Bamboo Potty Seat $15.99

Wooly Baby Recycled Wool Kids Slippers and Baby Booties

Wooly Baby Recycled Wool Kids Slippers and Baby Booties

Keep little feet and tiny toes warm all winter long with the help of cozy sweaters. Wooly Baby upcycles old sweaters into adorable handmade slippers and booties in sizes newborn to four years. Each pair is as different as the original garment they started from — whether lambswool, merino wool, cashmere, cable knit, …

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