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Back To School Shopping Guide!
It's time to gear up for a new school year, and that means one thing -- back-to-school shopping! While supplies and backpacks are essentials, let's not forget about the excitement of picking out the perfect back-to-school clothes for kids.
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What’s Wrong With the Clothing Donation Box on the Corner
We’ve all seen them. The big yellow or green donation boxes of used clothes and shoes by the gas station, at the shopping center, almost anywhere. They are ubiquitous in the US. But what happens to the clothes shoved in those boxes? Do they go to help local families in need? Is this the “responsible” way to get rid of clothes your kid has outgrown?
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15 Toxin-Reducing Swaps for Kids
Non-toxic swaps for the health of our planet, our bodies, and our children's bodies. But it can be tricky as a parent to find products that work for the environment, our values, our personal preferences, AND our sometimes-picky kids.
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How long will this fabric take to decompose?
Organic cotton, linen, hemp, polyester? How long will these fabrics sit in a landfill before decomposing? Make better choices for your clothes and your family by thinking about how long it takes for fabrics to break down.
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9 Eco Friendly Products for Kids Every Parent Should Know About
Raising kids in a way that is easy on the planet and on their health is no easy feat. New parents are continually bombarded with the newest “must-have” products they need to buy to keep their children happy and healthy. However, the vast majority of these products are made with cheap plastics. We dive into some eco-friendly alternatives
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A Collection of Current Delights
I'm always thinking about little things that make my life better, more beautiful, or easier that I'd like to share with you. Here are a few from this week that I think you'll enjoy.
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How much money are you wasting?
Mass market kids clothes are often poorly made and fall apart long before they are outgrown. We want to know: how much money are you wasting on kids clothes that fall apart too quickly?
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5 ways to make your kids clothes last longer
Want to reduce the environmental impact of your kids’ clothes? While buying for quality and sustainable production are always important, making your kids’ clothes last has a big impact on the environment. Here are our tips for helping your kids’ clothes last as long as possible.
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"Best sustainable brands for kids" -Forbes
Forbes Magazine, in honor of Earth Day, covered the best sustainable fashion brands for women, men, and kids. Jackalo was on the top of their list for sustainable brands for kids!
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Zero Waste Period Products
Everything you wanted to know about zero waste periods, but were afraid to ask. An inclusive guide for adults and teens, with product highlights for everyone!
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Uncovering the Truth About PFAS
What do parents need to know about forever chemicals in order to protect their children? In this post, we’ll break down what forever chemicals are, what PFAS means and what they are used for, where you can find PFAS in the home (and where your kids play), the harmful effects of PFAS, and how you can limit exposure.
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