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How Tweens & Teens Benefit from Natural

By Mara Fleishman, July 29, 2008  |  Meet the Blogger  |  More Posts by Mara Fleishman
Many people “go natural” when they have a baby, but what about later on? If raising your kids “green” has proved to be a challenge, tune in for simple ways and reasons to choose natural products. This highly respected eco-entrepreneur talks about makeup, deodorant, toothpaste and supplements from her own mothering experience. Lynda Fassa is the founder of Green Babies, the oldest existing organic cotton clothing company on the planet, and author of Green Babies and Sage Moms.
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Devon says ...
Are there plans for a 365 brand childrens hair care line? I really appreciate the value of going natural with kids care, but the price is difficult for me to swallow.
08/04/2008 11:43:46 AM CDT
Franny says ...
Very hip. I like seeing Lynda Fassa live and in the flesh, her book was a bedside fav during our first years.
08/04/2008 2:24:28 PM CDT
Gina says ...
Weleda is like magic, glad your stores carry their producs, it is hard for me to find elsewhere.
08/04/2008 2:33:06 PM CDT
Katie says ...
I’m a big fan of weleda products, and first discovered these at your stores.
08/04/2008 2:36:30 PM CDT
Lori says ...
Nice to see coverage speaking to solid products for kids.
08/04/2008 2:40:31 PM CDT
Wendy says ...
Glad to see Lynda is coming out with a follow up, please do let us know when it is released.
08/04/2008 2:45:02 PM CDT
Pamela D. says ...
Tom’s makes a great natural kids toothpaste.
08/04/2008 2:49:01 PM CDT
hsiaw says ...
@Pamela D Yes! I'm far from being a kid, but I use their Silly Strawberry toothpaste and think it's swell.
08/04/2008 2:50:21 PM CDT
hsiaw says ...
@Devon There are no plans right now for a 365 children’s line, but we are always thankful for your feedback and are keeping options open for new products!
08/04/2008 3:46:16 PM CDT
Gail says ...
Your fun Winnie! My kids to love the Silly Strawberry.
08/04/2008 8:32:46 PM CDT
Barb B. says ...
Love Lynda and her work. Glad you ran this.
08/04/2008 8:35:59 PM CDT
Diane says ...
Great video.
08/04/2008 8:39:46 PM CDT
Ilona says ...
I’m looking forward to the new book, and hope Whole Foods can run a feature when it is released.
08/04/2008 8:44:21 PM CDT
Molly says ...
Good to see props for the Weleda products, they are wonderful.
08/04/2008 8:45:14 PM CDT
Rory says ...
Nice video, although it seems a bit contrived when the guest points out your mineral makeup line as her favorite. Don't get me wrong this is a great series and I have been following for awhile now.
08/05/2008 7:49:49 AM CDT
lynda says ...
Hi Rory: I know it seems goofy or suspect, but I really do love Mineral Fusion and honestly would never suggest anything I don't personally believe in and use. Also Mara didn't even ask me the brands I was going to talk about--we just walked and talked. But I appreciate you wondering, it gives me the opportunity to explain, because maybe other folks wondered, too.
08/05/2008 9:16:32 AM CDT
Rory says ...
Thanks for the response Lynda! I am a fan of your book, and look forward to your new work, do you have a release date yet?
08/05/2008 1:49:36 PM CDT
lynda says ...
Yes, it comes out Jan. 1, 2009 Thanks for asking L
08/05/2008 2:08:47 PM CDT
Lora says ...
I like seeing a dialogue about ways we can help to keep our kids healthy. Bravo!
08/05/2008 3:16:20 PM CDT
Gina says ...
Thanks for showing the web more about the author, and her views. Her book was an important part of our childhood.
08/05/2008 3:24:14 PM CDT
Olivia says ...
I agree with other posters, Weleda is an amazing company. I first discovered this when I lived in Germany, and when I can find it I snatch it up in the US. I've noticed some Whole Foods have a few of their products.
08/05/2008 3:26:23 PM CDT
Allison says ...
Glad to hear there is a new book coming up. Once you have become familiar with natural products such as tooth paste and shampoo, it is startling to smell Crest or Head and Shoulders... ouch.
08/05/2008 3:40:16 PM CDT
Tess says ...
Toothpaste is such an important product to use naturally. Both adults and particularly children swallow a decent amount of paste when brushing.
08/05/2008 6:28:35 PM CDT
Laura says ...
Love – Green Babies Sage Moms! Great to point out options for kids and for us all to remember to consider these for ourselves as well.
08/06/2008 7:57:14 AM CDT
Cathy says ...
I to use the Strawberry paste from Toms and my kids love it. We were out and about last week and they had to use crest and cringed.
08/06/2008 8:00:15 AM CDT

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