Back-to-School: BPA-free Reusable Bottles
by Catherine
Klean Kanteen makes BPA-free bottles which fit in most kids’ lunch boxes. The wide mouth fits ice cubes and users report they leave your liquids tasting nice and clean without any funky flavors. Sweet.
Back-to-School: German School Cone
by Catherine
When children head off to their first day of school (first grade), they get this traditional school cone known as Schultüte to make this eagerly awaited day a bit sweeter. The schultute is filled with school supplies, treats, small toys and other small goodies.
Back-to-School: Messenger Bag
by Catherine
Not the most practical book bag, but we think definitely this season’s prettiest. It is made of wool felt and decorated with charming hand-appliquéd designs by artist Kata Gold.
Back-to-School: PVC-Free School Supplies
by Catherine
Attention this school season is on sourcing toxic-free products for our children. Behold: The PVC-Free School Gear Guide which lists PVC-free school supplies by category, brand, and product-name.
Pampers & UNICEF connect moms around the world
by Catherine
A couple of weeks ago Pampers flew me out to visit their headquarters, meet their executives, see their diaper prototype plant, and more. So much more. I learned so much over a period of 24 hours. Too much to download it all here. I’m going to focus on my top three takeaways: Innovation I am [...]
Back-to-School Week: Staple-Free Staplers
by Catherine
The thought of staplers and young kids is very scary. But, now I have come across a staple-free stapler. Go ahead and “staple” away.











