In a house with little ones running about, there are easy ways to make choices that are good for them, you and the planet, all in one fell swoop. Green products tend not to contain harsh chemicals that are harmful to the environment, i.e. toxic to your family, too.
Relative to their size, children eat, drink and breathe more than adults, which means they’re at greater risk to exposure to chemicals and the health issues that come with them. But opting for FSC-certified goods means that you’re getting both sustainable products and ones that have your family’s health at heart, so you can keep your home well-stocked, worry-free.
Attitude
Focused on providing clean products in creative, ecologically conscious packaging, this Canadian company first kicked off its green revolution in Montreal, in 2006. Thanks to a focus on our everyday sustainable items, the brand has saved 1,000 tons of plastic since 2021 and planted over 1.5 million trees. Their innovative design extends to the youngest members of your brood, too. Their baby diapers are made with 50% biodegradable raw materials, cleverly designed to integrate FSC-certified, chlorine-free cellulose wood pulp, corn starch-based biopolymer, nonwoven fabric, and latex-free elastics. They’re also fragrance and ink-free, so they won’t irritate your kiddo’s bottom.
Bonterra
No matter how much you love your children, they’re never going to be perfectly prim and proper creatures, so having a few paper products around is an implicit clause that comes with parenthood. This Canadian company runs carbon neutral manufacturing, and they’ve got you covered for clean-up with two-ply paper towel, created using FSC-certified trees inside and out (the 160-sheet rolls come wrapped in paper rather than plastic). There’s not a trace of polymers to be found in their facial tissues, ready to wipe away tantrum tears, or toilet paper made with three soft layers for extra resistance.
Crate & Barrel
The Canyon kids desk is all soft curves crafted out of FSC-certified solid white oak, natural cane and low-emission engineered wood, so there will be no opportunities for sharp head-bonks here. This piece also comes equipped with a roomy drawer that has plenty of space for art supplies, chargers and stashing the odd treasure, while its slim design helps it fit in tighter spots. Add a beautifully designed, curved Canyon natural wood desk mirror by Leanne Ford with to the mix to bring in some reflective light to brighten up the space. The looking glass can also double as a surface at which your kid can make faces during quick breaks from homework.
FSC is a leader in responsible forest management and advocates for sustainability and waste reduction, and products bearing our seal are part of a circular economy, fighting against climate change and biodiversity loss. If you want to learn more about FSC’s work on circular economy, join our webinar on November 20 at 9:00 am (EST).
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