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6 Habits for Parents to Foster Happy Days
We've all had days when we don't feel like our "best self." But what's in place for you when things are going as best they can as a parent? If you need to reset, here are six things to change up that just may make the difference.
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7 Reasons to Plan a Friends' Trip Today
When was the last time you planned a trip with friends? No partners, no kids, just friends? It's not easy to do, but it is so valuable. Here's why.
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DIY Beeswax Wraps
Ready to reduce the amount of plastic your family makes? We cover three different ways to make beeswax wraps. This is a great activity to do with older kids and grandparents, bringing more people into family's sustainability efforts.
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Our Father's Day Picks
With Father’s Day around the corner, I wanted to share some brands I’ve come across for men that mix sustainability and style in a way I love. Maybe this will spark some ideas for the fathers in your life. What are some of your favorite menswear brands for the Jackalo dads in your life?
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Blueberry & Chocolate Cake
With blueberries, chocolate, nuts, and yogurt, this cake is great for any day and it is full of brain-boosting ingredients.
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5 Tips for a Zero-Waste Day Trip with Kids
Low waste living in a world that promotes excess isn't a simple thing. Adding kids into the mix can make it seem even more impossible. Luckily, if there's one thing that this "against the grain" lifestyle has taught me, it's that kids don't have to slow you down on your eco-friendly mission. In fact, with a little planning and foresight, they can even make it easier on you.
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8 Awesome Gifts for Someone Having a Baby
After two kids, plenty of time, and convos with some of my favorite parents, I’ve come up with what I think would be the best gifts for someone who is having a baby. These aren’t going to be the things you expect (no Boppy babies here.)
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How to Raise Environmentally Conscious Children
There’s no “magic formula” for raising children of any sort, but we've got some simple tips for raising environmentally conscious children. How can tackling issues of environmental justice, sustainable living, and social impact be a simple task? How can a child understand these complex issues? We can help.
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Spring is in the Air!
The sun is rising earlier and setting later, which means one thing: Spring is here! And, so are new Spring styles. We've gotten great reviews on our first products, and now we are building on those styles. We're not ditching the old ones, just adding on for the coming warm weather (please come soon!) The items are all available for pre-sale starting today, and will be delivered in late April/early May.
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A Guide to Minimal Living with Kids
Having kids makes life more complex and cluttered, right? It’s impossible, we assume, to lead a simple, slower lifestyle once there’s a kiddo or two in tow. Though this is certainly true to some extent, having children and embracing a minimal, “less but better” lifestyle aren’t mutually exclusive.
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Simply Liv & Co. on Jackalo
Jackalo contributor, Olivia Youngs doesn't just share her best sustainability and parenting tips here, but on her own well-loved blog Simply Liv & Co. There she writes about living more simply and sustainably. Liv's family lives in a converted school bus in Colorado, so she knows a thing or two about living with less stuff. Recently she published a blog post featuring Jackalo and how finding a sustainable and practical clothing brand for your children is possible.
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The Best Books and Movies to Teach Children about Environmentalism
Raising environmentally conscious children in a world where plastic, “grab and go,” and convenience is the norm is no easy feat. As parents, our biggest tool for instilling positive morals in our children is modeling by behavior, but a few “supplemental materials” to reinforce what you model at home can go a long way.
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