going GREEN

Protect your baby while you protect the planet

There's no better time than pregnancy to think about creating a healthier environment for your baby and yourself. Even little changes in your home, your behaviours, and your diet will help protect your growing family and the planet your baby will inherit. Here's your one-stop resource for making your pregnancy a greener, more eco-conscious pregnancy.


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It's Easy Being Green
We asked. You answered. Of readers polled online, 69 percent are now more concerned with "going green" than before they became pregnant.

Thinking Green
Your immediate environment is more important than ever. Here's how to make your space a healthier place.

Green Companies & Products
From baby gear to cleaning supplies--products you can feel good about 

5 Simple Steps To Going Green for Your Baby
It's never too late (or too early) to create a healthy environment for you and your baby!

Clean House
Choose organic foods when possible to avoid pesticides, added hormones and antibiotics.

Detox Your Diet
6 ways to protect your baby and yourself from harmful, overprocessed foods and make your prenatal diet as safe and natural as possible

Natural Baby
Safe, effective remedies for common first-year ailments

Should you go organic?
What this food label really means, and how to make the right choices for you and your baby

The Natural Nursery
Choose durable, natural materials such as wood and seagrass to add texture to the room.

Green Up Your Diapering Routine
Lessen the impact: gDiapers are colorful, flushable and 100% biodegradeable.

Green Diapers
A new, environmentally friendly diaper keeps used nappies out of landfills.

Babymoons (Green + Affordable)
A “babymoon” is a great way for couples to spend luscious time with each other and perhaps eat, read or finish a thought before it’s all about the baby.

Organic and Healthy Skin Care
The best advice on organic skin care, good-for-you fragrance (essential oils only, please!) and natural makeup for moms-to-be.

Toxic Ten To Avoid
The Environmental Working Group's Cosmetic Safety Database, Skin Deep, recommends avoiding these ingredients, which have been shown in studies to produce negative health effects.

Treats for your feet
Paint your toenails with pregnancy-safe polish