Winter 2024 Issue

Our Winter 2024 issue is here, and it’s filled with the best in natural parenting, healthy living, eco-friendly gifts, and more. Click on the cover or arrows below to read it now.

From the cozy moments to the sense of community this season brings, winter offers us a much-needed excuse to slow down and enjoy what matters most.

In this issue of Green Child, we’re embracing the spirit of the holidays with ideas and inspiration to make this season meaningful for your family. Keep little ones engaged with winter activities on p. 10, coloring pages, and healthy holiday-themed snack ideas from Sine Siemkowicz, the creative mind behind FoodBites on p. 58.

I’m delighted to share my interview with Sine alongside conversations with thoughtful experts and visionaries. On p. 18 Herbalist and birth doula Ruth Blanding talks about her new book Herbal Medicine for Modern Life.

Nutritionist and mom Lisa Kirby offers her expertise on teaching kids to listen to their bodies when it comes to food and movement. She’s one of the cofounders of The Green Door Life, where she offers holistic health, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching advice.

And 16-year-old Brayden Bittel explains how an early passion for sustainability and giving back led him to create his nonprofit, Planet Presents.

As a mom to two Montessori-then-homeschooled kids, I’m so intrigued by Jordan Gurganus’ decision to step away from teaching at a Montessori school in order to homeschool her son. Read it on p. 40, and you’ll probably want to drop your child off for school at her house when you see how thorough and fun their days are.

You’ll also find ways to support your family’s health, including naturally improving indoor air quality during the colder months and choosing the best first shoes for your baby. And because the holidays aren’t always picture-perfect, we’ve included advice on what to do when the season doesn’t live up to your expectations.

Of course, our annual Holiday Gift Guide (starts on p. 30) is here to make fun and mindful giving easier than ever. I hope it inspires your gift giving in a way that aligns with your values.

One of our most beloved columns for the last 14 years is Mellisa Dormoy’s guided meditation scripts for kids. In this issue, you’ll find a new meditation that focuses on cultivating peace.

Wishing you a season of warmth, joy, and plenty of time to connect with your loved ones.

As always, we’re excited to share our favorite healthy, family-friendly recipes and introduce you to the best new green and healthy products. Let us know what you think of the Winter 2024 issue via email or social media.

Brought to You By Great Green Brands

Please be sure to take a look at the products and services offered by our advertising partners throughout the issue. We only work with brands we trust and use ourselves. And they’re the reason we’re able to offer the magazine at no cost to our readers.

Lunar Herbals offers herbal remedies crafted to support rest, happiness, and everyday balance. Our faves are their Calm Nerves tea and Mushroom Mocha! For every product sold, they provide 15 nutritious meals to a child in India. They are currently offering a free gift with every purchase of $50 or more, so you can check off your gift list and get a much-deserved soothing gift for yourself, too!

With Make It Cute Kids sustainable playhouses, your home can stay stylish while your littles enjoy hours of open-ended play. Their darling little house set up in 60 seconds and fold flat for storage. Most importantly, they’re made from recycled materials, are phthalate-free, and pass all safety standards. You can also find their decor kits so little ones can get even more creative with the space… and you can rest assured it’ll still be cute!

Earthley Wellness carries an extensive line of holistic health and wellness items. We love their herbal tinctures and their skin care products. They’ve also created a collection of kids’ books about a sustainable, health-focused family. Their magnesium-rich Good Night lotion is also featured in our 2024 eco friendly gift guide.

Naturepedic offers the purest GOTS-certified organic, nontoxic mattresses. Use code GREENCHILD15 to get 15% off the purchase of Naturepedic top-rated, Greenguard gold certified mattresses and accessories.

Canopy makes the best dermatologist-tested filtering shower heads. Theirs removes chlorine, heavy metals, and other contaminants to support healthy skin and hair. You’ll love the difference their shower filter makes to your hair and skin. They come in a standard and a handheld option with four different finishes to match your bathroom. You can use code GREENCHILD15 for 15% off.

Bouroux Water Filters helps you make sure your family is drinking pure, clean water- not heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, microplastics, PFAS, BPA, and more. These water filters integrate with most gravity-fed water filtration systems. Get 20% with code GREENCHILD.

Our Place offers the most stylish nontoxic cookware and appliances. We’ve used their Always Pan for several years, and are also big fans of the Perfect Pot, Wonder Oven, and their Splendor Blender.

AnneMarie Skincare is our favorite herbal skincare and beauty brand.

Thank you for being part of our natural parenting community. Here’s to embracing the season of change together!