The problem with diaper composting
Shipping boxes of dirty diapers across the country seems inefficient and unnecessary.
Hot weather increases risk of premature childbirth
And new research suggests that the problem is only going to get worse.
One mother's recipe for resilience
Or, how I'm trying to raise little adults, not incompetent kids.
Climate change will hurt children the most, report says
Children born today will grow up in a disease-ridden, malnourished world, unless governments stick to the Paris Agreement.
The insidious rise of 'toddler' foods
Toddlers don't need junky snacks. They need real food.
Medical experts want kids to drink less sugar
A new set of guidelines aimed at children 5 and under hopes to curb sugar intake.
Children's bodies contain alarming levels of plastic chemicals
A German study reveals that we're doing a poor job of keeping of safeguarding children's health when it comes to plastic.
3 rules for parental phone etiquette
Enough fretting about how kids use their devices. What about parents?
Why 'anti-toxin pregnancy guides' aren't enough
Regulatory action is needed to protect women and their unborn children from the chemicals in household products.
Junk food causes irreversible damage to young men's fertility
New research shows that a Western-style diet can permanently kill off sperm-producing cells by age 18.
Daycare apps notify parents about everything their child does
Is it helpful information or a form of digitally-enabled helicopter parenting?
Vanuatu bans disposable diapers in fight against plastic
Parents will have to embrace the old-fashioned cloth diapering method. That's not a bad thing.
Kids' brains are wired for a different upbringing than what they're getting
Overprotective parenting is more than an annoyance; it's an evolutionary aberration.
Reusable bamboo cups can leach chemicals into your hot drink
Unless you want a dash of melamine or formaldehyde in your coffee, skip the bamboo cups.
10 ways to make your kitchen more green
Learn how to prepare food in an energy-efficient manner, use equipment made from sustainable materials, and dodge toxic chemicals with our "How To" guide
No, that luxury brand bag won't make you happier
In fact, it'll likely make you feel worse because it doesn't reflect who you truly are.
This lunch bag is disguised as a fabulous purse
No one will ever know that you're packing a healthy, homemade lunch.
Yes, you can be stylish in winter!
Slow fashion vlogger Alyssa Beltempo offers cold-weather styling tips.
These eclectic jewelry pieces are cut from vintage ceramic plates
Bold and refined, these wearable works of art also allude to the object's unspoken history.
How to live like a millionaire on an ordinary salary in sustainable style
What would you do if you had a million dollars?
These backpacks are made from upcycled car seat belts & airbags
Airpaq's one-of-a-kind rucksacks are putting used car safety components back to work to help protect and haul your gear.
Intricate geek chic jewelry is made from recycled electronic circuit boards
The complex little patterns of old circuit boards are highlighted in this lovely handmade collection of jewelry for men and women.
Ephemeral butterfly jewelry brilliantly imitates the real thing
No real butterflies were harmed in the making of these magical pieces that flutter and float with the wind.
Exquisite jewelry made with living plants keeps growing
Elegant necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings are planted with hardy succulents and worn as jewelry.
E-commerce platform No Sir promotes women designers, highlights inequality
With the aim of showcasing and selling products designed by women, No Sir also draws attention to gender inequality in the design profession.
Denver fashion show features upcycled clothes
Don’t expect spotlights, airbrushing, waif-like models or a minimalist catwalk. The fashion show at PalletFest in Dever, featuring upcycled one-of-a-kind garments, was much more colorful and crafty.
'Time flies as nature cries' and other lessons from Chainsaw Sculptures
A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.
Beautiful 'neo-vintage' posters promote U.S. national parks in the style of the 1930s!
National parks never go out of style, just like these retro posters.
Dear Kate wants you to ditch panty liners for good
This pretty underwear is another reuseable option for waste-free periods.
Joe Fresh creator barely acknowledges Bangladeshi factory collapse during Toronto Fashion Week
Joe Mimran is more concerned with his flow of creative juices than the tragedy.
10 reasons why thrift stores are awesome
It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.
Will a lionfish-patterned rash guard protect you from sharks?
This company seems to think there's a chance you'll be safer in the water if you look a teensy bit like a lionfish. We remain, um, skeptical.
Happy Father's Day. Here's an old gift guide for you.
We didn't do a gift guide this year, but we are big on recycling.
Photos capture beauty of water frozen in time
Photographer Corrie White has a skill for making water pose for the camera in amazing ways.
3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now
Don't be intimidated by flea markets and thrift stores. Here are three easy ways to start finding affordable vintage fashion now.
5 Colorful Fair Trade Holiday Gifts to Score on Fair Tuesday
Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Indego Africa gives #FairTuesday a fashionable and affordable twist with colorful jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts.
American Olympic Hopefuls Go for the Gold and the Green
Several American team members are involved in environmental issues, as well as Olympic ones.
Zeal Releases Stylish Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil
Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil
Digitally Printed Cowhide Rug Doesn't Require a Cow
This amazingly detailed cowhide rug is digitally printed. Get the rustic look for to tie a room together without the guilt.
I AM. Yoga Mat Bag Weaves Function, Style and Social Change
I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.
Upcycle Boring Glass Jars Into Beautiful Vases with Lace Vase
Empty jars and recycles are easily transformed into stunning vases with the Lace Vase attachment by Milk Design Shop.
Bow Ties Made of Recycled Rubbish for the Modern Man (Photos)
This man has a unique recycled bow tie to match every occasion.
Can We All Join Grandmother Heidemarie Schwermer in Living Without Money?
In a documentary by Line Halvorsen, Schwermer invites everyone to join her cash-free lifestyle. What would happen if we all did that?
Unacceptable Chemical Levels Detected in Tests of Leather Gloves
If you think leather is "natural", think again. 15 of 17 gloves tested socred unsatisfactory or inadequate in tests for harmful chemicals.
Use Etsy to Find Local and Handcrafted Holiday Yoga Treats
My flame for the small-business and artisan supporting marketplace was re-kindled surfing the 263 items -- from mat bags, to hand-knit yoga socks, calming wall art and more -- made locally in Brooklyn alone.
Banana-destroying fungus has arrived in South America
Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.
7 ways to dispose of an old Christmas tree
There are lots of ways to put a tree to good use.
This water bottle has a secret coffee cup inside
It's an ingenious design that means you'll never have to choose between the two again.
This is the Settra Series, made from old plastic bottles
It's a duffel bag with various inserts that will keep you organized whenever you leave the house.
What's the carbon footprint of all our electronics?
It all adds up to a huge amount of electricity consumption and carbon emitted, both embodied and operating.