Green tips: just act sustainably, plant-based and eco (for and with your kids)
Bartje likes to be aware. Aware of the globe we walk on. That's why we always are on the look-out to conscious tips with which we give something back to the earth. Vega(n), plant based, sustainable, conscious, eco: an endless amount of terms, but where to start?!
Small children appear to be heavy consumers when it comes to diapers and nose cleaners and the washing machine is running ever since ever there are children working overtime. And with the arrival of children, the realization that we must be careful with the earth grew even more. Time for a selection of Bart's green tips:
Finish is committed to raising awareness of our water consumption. Pre-rinsing your plate under the tap is not necessary at all (although about 56,7% think so) and saves about 60 liters per wash, and altogether 4.3 trillion liters of water per year. The dishwasher tablets from Finish guarantee clean dishes, even without pre-rinsing. And to help us all use less water, we suggest turning it into a game with the kids. You can decide the reward yourself! Below are the rules of the game:
- Turn off the tap while you soap your hands or brush your teeth. You save 5-8 liters of water per day.
- Save your dishes and laundry for a full dishwasher and washing machine (don't cram it) instead of running small loads.
- Try to use the small button on the toilet as much as possible. The toilet uses 7-12 liters of water depending on which button you press.
- Hop into the shower because a bath uses more water than a 5-10 minute shower.
No, not for the kids of course, that coffee. But a cup of it The Coffee Boys ensures that you start/endure/get through the day better. Good coffee? Yes! The Coffee Boys go one step further with fully biodegradable coffee cups that you can even throw in your compost bin or with the organic waste. The cups are made from plants and they simply fit in your standard Nespresso machine. Because they are biodegradable, you can throw them on your compost heap after use (time for a new hobby with the kids?). Within six months, the cups will then turn into food for your plants and other greenery.
Sustainable expensive? That's not necessary. At least not at De Koffiejongens! Not the cheapest on the market, but just below the average, which is about 25% cheaper than what you see on the shelves.
Children's theatres – a bit of culture, no fuss at home and a lot of entertainment. Why not go to the children's theater? Read more.
Monkey cages – Swinging and clambering as if your life depends on it is what every child loves to do, isn't it? So monkey cages as a children's party are guaranteed to be a success.
Puppet show - A no brainer of course, arranging a charade for the whole thing. Then everyone between the ages of two and eight will be happy. That's easier said than done, because where can you find a nice puppeteer who comes to your home, takes all the work off your hands and who is also fun? Fritsie Duikelaar is your answer.
Loof Cabin (Limburg) – okay caught! This pearl is located near our southern neighbors, but we couldn't resist mentioning it. A wooden house built on stilts surrounded by greenery. When you see the house your heart skips a beat. Promise! And certainly worth all those kilometers of driving. Foliage Cabin
Country estate (Beekhuizen) – glamping on the Veluwe it is! You don't actually get any closer to nature, because you sleep here in safari tents or in luxury pods (hotel rooms) in the forest.
Studio Bosk (Oudemirdum) – a picture-perfect forest house in Friesland! The renovated forest house is more beautiful than handsome and wonderfully spacious. Read more.
Sleeping in the forest (Apeldoorn) – sleep in a dreamy house made of wood. That's what you want, dear people. The cottage is perfect for two and a few minis. Read more.
NOYR (Nunspeet) – from the French 'Black' is one tiny house, located on the edge of the Veluwe. A place to completely relax and enjoy nature. Not only do you step straight into the forest outside, you also feel one with nature inside through those oh-so-large windows. NOYR
The Sand Castle (Terschelling) – a wonderfully luxurious holiday home (with a lighthouse bed for the little ones!), furnished precisely so that both you and the kids only have to enjoy a holiday. The house is located on Duurzaam Veldzicht and with the beach, forests and a playground nearby, you don't have to worry about anything. The Sand Castle
Gray Label – one that also rents out their lovely sustainable clothing for the minis. Go Gray Label!
Mûne Cotó – we spotted soft materials, beautiful colors and here and there a print with a wink. And any dust that remains is transformed into small products, such as toys. Read more.
Maxmini – recycled fabrics, no thrown away clothing and completely honest and made with love in the Netherlands. Super durable and super cute. Read more.
Child Rebel – Kudos to the way Kind Rebel shirts are made. Only organic fabrics, all clothing is produced fairly in the Netherlands and cuddly toys are made from the residual materials. And as a bonus, the nice shirts refer to important themes such as daring to be yourself, being kind and respecting each other. Read more.
Dusq – what do you buy from Dusq? diaper bag, baby shoes, changing mat and more! Read more.
Arket – We love Arket clothing and have them rent out clothing for the little ones. We are fan. Read more.
Bambi Studio – beautiful children's clothing made by hand, recycled and without waste. Kudos. Read more.
Atelier Pomme – the sweetest personalized bath capes and hydrophilic cloths for your mini. what we love most: you can do any item adjust with a text or one of the more than 20 sweet pictures of Pomme. Take your pick. Read more.
And you can't go wrong with second-hand either: the nicest vintage shops for kids in Amsterdam.
Keekabuu – the cutest children's tableware in beautiful colors for the minis. See for yourself. Keekabuu.
TinyLibrary – there you can rent items for babies up to and including children aged four years via a flexible subscription (and by that we really mean flexible). Clean, intact and safe. This makes the expensive hobby (uhh children) a little less expensive and a... piecie more sustainable. Read more.
Kiddos toys club – a toy subscription with nothing but really nice, durable and clever play stuff for your child. A modern play library, so to say. For children up to 6 years old. Read more.
Poppedijntjes – doll dolls are Waldorf-inspired soft dolls - with a too cute face - for small but secretly also for adults. Handmade with carefully chosen soft fabrics and a matching sweet character. We like. Read more.
Naïf Care – Naïf has expanded the baby line with a variety of fine products. Baby cream, washing gel, bubble bath, natural plastic-free baby wipes and baby shampoo. What more could you wish for your mini. You understand. Read more.
Kenko Skincare – Kenkô stands for health. For children and their parents. And for a hopefully healthy planet that we leave behind for our children. The line consists of a skin oil, washing gel and bath oil. Read more.
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