Ecorattle was fortunate enough to receive a couple items from the phenomenal Barley and Birch line and we’re happy to report that they’re just as snuggly and all-natural as we would expect.

The company, which proudly makes sure every aspect of their business remains carbon neutral, uses only only certified organic cotton and water-based inks in their kid’s clothing. 10% of all profits also go towards “a variety of organizations working all over the world to improve the lives of others.” In other words, this is a company that is the epitome of sustainable and ethical business.

It also helps they have a sense of humor. Check out any of B&B’s pages and you’ll find some really funny captions to go along with their cute baby models. I particularly like, “Owen was determined to save all the trees even if it took all afternoon.”

For our review, we were provided with an Oak-Print onesie and an Octopus tee. Both items were printed on 100% organic cotton using water-based and toxin-free inks. They come in a variety of sizes up to 24 months. Our little guy looked adorable in each one — and the prints were fresh and very colorful. My only recommendation would be to wash the items first before wearing as some of the natural dye did rub off a bit around the legs. This could also be due to the fact that our guy was wet down there, but washing once would probably avoid this altogether.

Overall, we were very pleased with Barley and Birch’s clever designs and natural materials — and highly recommend their clothing as either a gift or for your own little person. Have a look at the full collection here.

(My son Indy modeling his B&B octopus tee…)

As my husband Michael receives eco-friendly items in the mail quite frequently it has become the norm for us to get a first hand look at some of the new green products out there. I am usually mildly interested. Ok, really interested if it happens to be Jurlique or Burt’s Bees facial products, but most of the time it isn’t considered an event.

Not so for the Kicky Pants striped bamboo pajamas. They were a hit from the moment I took them out of the package.

These pj’s are ultra-soft and made in beautiful natural colors. Not only were they easy to get on and off a squirming baby but they were the perfect weight for summer sleeping. Turns out that Kicky Pants not only makes awesome pajamas they also make a whole line of beautiful eco-friendly bamboo and cotton children’s clothing and maternity clothing. I was impressed with the family owned and operated company, their easy to navigate website and the top quality of their product.

Great company, great pajamas……now only if they made them in my size.

Photo: Our son Indiana in the Kicky Pants striped bamboo PJs.

If your kid becomes bored with this toy, there seriously is no pleasing him or her. I mean, c’mon, this solar-powered robot kit is actually 6 toys in 1! One minute it’s a robot dog — the next it’s a wind turbine, a boat, a plane, or a solar-powered car. And for under $20, the price is ridiculously awesome too. From the website,

The good news is that you don’t need a degree in robotics to start with, or have to try and figure out which screw is A678b and how part D456 slots into F9097a!! The diagrams are big and very easy to follow, there are only 25 parts and no screws are involved!

Sign us up. We need this thing now! For more details, jump here.

It’s kind of amazing how prevalent ziplock bags have become. There was a time not too many years ago when baggies were limited to only a few school lunches. Now, almost everyone has them daily — and they come with new features like plastic zips that offer convenience but add to the waste and energy needed to make them.

Mom Crystal Figlietti was thinking the same thing — and with her three kids burning through plactic baggies, she decided to take action and come up with an eco-friendly alternative. Dubbed the Fresh Snack Pack, (and available in different sizes) each PVC-free, non-toxic plastic and reuseable bag can hold a sandwich, fruit, or other goodies. They’ll also survive the rigors of your child’s backpack and daily abuse — making them a wonderfully “green” alternative to ziplock bags.

They’re available here for $4.50 and $5.50 each depending on the size.

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Remember your first Radio Flyer wagon? Even if you didn’t own one (like me), there was probably some friend you knew that did. They were perfect for everything from lugging around stuffed animals, to lemonade stand supplies, to being pulled down the street. Ah, to be a kid.

Well, Radio Flyer has their own green version of the classic original with the Earth Wagon. It’s made from 100% recycled post-consumer HDPE (plastic milk jugs) — over 230 in all. The green and tan colors are infused throughout the boards, so color won’t scratch off and painting is never needed. It is identical in size to Radio Flyer’s famous Town & Country model.

Even though I probably can’t fit in it, I still want one. You can pick up an Earth Wagon for $150 at Green Home.

We love bamboo fabrics — and the designs from Kicky Pants for kids and moms alike are making us giddy inside.

There’s an incredibly wide selection (something picky moms will definitely appreciate) — but what I dig most is how darn comfortable everything looks. How about some Kicky Pants for dad? Here’s a bit more about the company:

A comfortable and incredibly sustainable bamboo clothing line ideal for mothers and babies, Kicky Pants offers playful and charming styles while being extraordinarily breathable, soft and cozy for all seasons. Kicky Pants was created in 2008 when Erin Cloke was on bed rest while pregnant with her second child. Challenged to find age-appropriate clothing for her boys, she was inspired to design a line that would “celebrate innocence,” and be eco-friendly at an affordable cost. All fabrics and designs are exclusive to Kicky Pants, and the process is maintained from the fabric mill to the finish.

Have a look at their full range here. We’re going to try and get some samples to give you a full review later.