7th Gen Blog

When I was a kid, my dogs had flea collars. They smelled a little funny, but they made your parasitic problems vanish when you slipped them on. Flash-forward 40 years and I've found out something I always suspected: many of the chemicals these collars contain may not be safe for animals or for anyone petting them. In fact, according to research conducted by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), chemicals in flea collars can be easily transferred to anyone or anything nearby.

Seventh Generation loves dads. What better way to celebrate them than to find out what the dads on our team love about fatherhood? Warning: Smiles will ensue.

"This morning's conversation!  
Me: Good morning!
  
My son: Extra kisses for Dada."

Remember when getting ready for a day at the beach was as simple as throwing your bathing suit, a towel, a snack and some sunscreen in a waterproof bag and heading out the door?

If there's a baby in the house, those days are history for the foreseeable future. But with a little advance planning (and considerably more "stuff") you can still enjoy a seaside outing. This "must bring" list should help you get the first trip organized:

A few years ago, my best friend saved my summer sanity by suggesting I put food-quality mint oil in my drinking water. What a difference! Now I have a yearly ritual so I can welcome in the warm weather a little bit more easily. I've also found myself drinking more mint-flavored coffee now that the sun is in force, and am very happy that this leaf found its way into my life.