Let's face it neighbors...without our individual practices of living green, our impact on the environment is not going to heal itself. We are fortunate to live in Portland, Oregon where there are the resources to attain a sustainable lifestyle. My weekly post, The Sustainable Family, will be a valuable tool for all who wish to tread a little lighter and live in harmony with the planet. My suggestions will not only be good for the environment, but for our communities and our families as well.
Let's start with Baby. If we instill mindful practices in and with our children, then we will see those same practices come to fruition in future generations. For those of you new to parenthood, there are simple solutions to begin your sustainable family. Buy local, buy organic, live green. Following is a list of local businesses that offer organic baby clothing, natural baby furniture, and environmentally sensitive baby products from bath gels to diaper creams.
Harvest Moon Boutique
www.harvestmoonboutique.com
They offer clothing and accessories made with organic cotton, soybean and bamboo fibers. They also have environmentally safe baby bath products. A family owned local business.
Go Natural Baby
www.gonaturalbaby.com
Here in Portland, Go Natural Baby sells fair trade, organic cotton, herbal dyed clothing and bedding for baby. Check out their natural furniture as well.
Mother Nature's
www.mothernaturesbabystore.com
Located on SE Clinton, Mother Nature's has a great selection of earth friendly baby products. They offer cloth diapers and wraps as well as wooden toys and teethers.
These are just a few of several stores located in the Portland Area. If you just search the web for natural or organic baby products, you will find the resources are almost endless. That being said, I welcome you and yours to a new green life.
Abigail Cermak
