Happy holidays! We hope this toy guide is helpful for those of you looking to have a toxin-free and environmentally-responsible holiday! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure page. UPDATED: November 2021 Toys, like evvvvverything else, can introduce toxins into your home, to say nothing of the environmental impact of producing and disposing of ALL THAT
Non-Toxic Toys, Clothes & Gear
Natural Easter Basket Ideas
For those of you celebrating Easter, are you interested in growing your own Easter grass? We show you how here. Also, Easter is early this year! Combine that with extra long shipping times, and it makes sense that many of you are already shopping. We have lots of fun Easter Good Stuff in the store... Natural Egg Dye. Made from fruits, herbs, and veggies, this kit includes powders to make
12 Little Ways You Can Help Save the Earth
I started Gimme the Good Stuff in 2010 with the goal of helping families get rid of toxins in their homes--without going full DIY or crazy with anxiety! Fortunately, most of the things we do to reduce our own toxic burden also benefits the planet--natural cleaning products tend to be friendlier to our waterways than their conventional counterparts, wooden toys can be passed down for generations
Complete Non-Toxic Baby Registry Checklist
1. Safest stroller / 2. Pocket bib / 3. Rash protection / 4. Non-toxic car seat / 5. Better cloth diapers / 6. Plastic-free breast milk storage / 7. Silicone spoons / 8. Nursery air filter Pulling together this list of all the non-toxic baby registry items a conscious parent could possible want was fun! Mostly, I'm struck by how much has changed since my last pregnancy--then again, it WAS
9 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Since I can't see her in real life right now, I'm going to spoil my amazing mom a little bit this year for Mother's Day. See below for gift ideas from some of our favorite brands. (Please note that anything you'd like to buy from our store should be ordered by May 1st to ensure that it is delivered in time.) Organic Romper Beach coverup turned quarantine uniform. $68. (For
Safe Car Seat Guide
1. Clek / 2. Uppa Baby Jordan / 3. Nuna Rava / 4. Britax / 5. Bugaboo Buying a “safe” car seat for your new baby (or your toddler) should be simple, but can be confusing and overwhelming. Obviously, the primary concern is choosing a seat that will protect your baby in the event of a car accident, and I like the Wirecutter for its reviews on items like this. Of course, here at Gimme, we
Christmas Stocking Stuffers for 2018
Looking for holiday stocking stuffers that aren't full of Sneaky Stuff? It can be tough finding the perfect, pint-sized items to fill stockings--especially grown-up stockings! Below are some of our favorite non-toxic stocking stuffers for all ages! Deep Lavender Rub This deeply comforting chest and neck rub utilizes the heat-producing essential oils of ginger, rosemary, and eucalyptus to
Holidays 2018 Natural Gift Guide
You can find the 2020 Gift Guide here. If you're looking to give only Good Stuff this holiday season, here are some of our favorite natural gift ideas for everyone on your list. Some of these you'll find in our online store, where we will cover shipping if you spend $50. Otherwise, we've linked to where you can buy these unique natural gifts. In some cases, we may earn a small commission
Toxin-Free Grandparenting: How to Support Your Children & Protect Your Grandchildren’s Health
This post is for all of the conscious grandparents out there - the ones trying to navigate this world of natural living so that a non-toxic lifestyle can be passed down to future generations! Of course, parenting has changed over the decades and will continue to evolve. What we thought was safe and healthy for our children may be very different from what our own children think is best for their
Non-Toxic Rain Gear Round-Up
It’s been a very wet April here in Brooklyn! I hate to rain on your parade, but gear like raincoats, rain pants, rain boots and umbrellas can be made with toxic materials that are bad for consumers, workers, and the environment. In the past, some studies have found worrisome stuff like heavy metals and phthalates in kids’ rain gear. Aren’t I just a ray of sunshine, as usual? ;) Actually,