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Meet Natalist Our new friends at Natalist are celebrating four years of being plastic neutral, and we’d love to tell you a little bit about how they’ve been changing the game as the first plastic-neutral brand in their space.  From their evidence-backed prenatal and postnatal vitamins to their hydrating and relaxing drink mixes, ovulation and pregnancy test strips, and more, you can think of Natalist as your 100% plastic neutral home for reproductive health. Behind the Brand  Founded in 2019 by Halle Tecco, Natalist was created by digital healthcare experts and moms on a mission to bring clarity to the...

Ever wonder how plastics affect your family? You've likely heard about "forever chemicals'' and the importance of mitigating exposure for ourselves and our children (BPA-free water bottles, anyone?). Still, we've recently learned more about the pervasive effects of plastics on our pets. This summer, our co-founder, actress Amanda Seyfried, teamed up with EARTHDAY.ORG to learn more about microplastics and pets. Amanda and her beloved dog, Finn, participated in "a Plastic Tox Test" to support EARTHDAY.ORG's efforts to raise awareness about the health risks of plastic chemical exposure for both humans and pets. The findings were eye-opening!  Pets vs Plastics We've...

Our indoor playhouses are the perfect playmate for your little one! They're an excellent choice for your child's growth, with unlimited play possibilities and benefits in the cognitive realm of development, including opportunities to practice creativity, communication, and problem-solving. On top of limitless fun and mental benefits, our playhouses also present the opportunity for social-emotional learning. Our "Calming Cottages" enhance children's well-being by providing a safe and serene spot to think, play, and learn.  Why Mindfulness Matters Psychology Today says mindfulness is "a state of active, open attention to the present." With the world around us moving at full speed,...

By Alli Harper, OurShelves I’m Alli, the founder and owner of OurShelves, an expert-curated diverse children’s book box service and advocacy effort. Last month, in honor of Pride, we loved sending one of our limited edition Pride boxes to the Make It Cute playhouse with three of our very favorite books that feature LGBTQ+ kids and families! I started OurShelves because my kids have two moms, and it can be much too hard to find high-quality – including joyful and silly and fun!! – books that feature LGBTQ+ families like ours and also the many other kids and families out...