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The North Face makes some great baby and toddler gear that is both functional and durable. This insulated, lightweight jacket is one that is easy to get on and is extra, extra warm. For outings where it’s not cold enough for the down bunting but too cold for just a vest or light jacket, we reach for this. And with the newly released Mount Chimborazo we get this same reversible warmth plus an adorable and cozy, fuzzy fleece. It’s like two jackets in one.

“But for us, what brings the volunteers to the event, is that it’s our chance to really give back to the community.”

When it comes to cold weather comfort for kids, the stores are still lined with products made from environmentally damaging toxic fabrics like polyester and (to the surprise of many), traditional cotton. However, as the consumer appetite for more sustainable products has grown, so has the number of companies offering eco-friendly alternatives. It’s now possible to find everything from winter Onesies to fleece mittens made from sustainable organic materials. Here are some of the most reputable brands offering high-quality organic, recycled and otherwise earth-friendly products to keep your baby or toddler warm this winter. These companies prove that going green is now mainstream, and remind us that consumers do not have to sacrifice quality or comfort to keep their kids cozy and chemical-free this holiday season.

The kids r grown and not under their dad and mom’s roof,so it shouldn’t matter. It’s their life!!!

Some of the unique patterns in their collection include modern florals, animal illustrations such as foxes, hedgehogs, elephants in tutus, panda bears holding umbrellas, and hummingbirds.

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Huntley believes that people are “getting back” into wanting products that are sewn or sewing for themselves.

This is also important if they walk or cycle to school, and if they do you should also look out for waterproof jackets with reflective strips to keep them safe on and around busy roads.

"I thought of the perfect park to put it in, because Thomas spent time there and there’s a lot of land there," she said. "I said, ‘I know exactly where we could ask the city to put it.’"

At the heart of this type of gear is a membrane. You’ve likely heard of the most famous brand of waterproof, breathable membranes: Gore-Tex. (Other companies have their own takes on the tech; Outdoor Research makes “AscentShell,” for example.) The idea behind the porous membrane is that it can let water vapor molecules out—that’s your sweat!—but not allow big fat water droplets through to your skin.

These particular burp cloths are simple, elegant, white, and made from 100 percent organic cotton. It’s soft and gentle for your baby if they have sensitive skin, and extra absorbent to boot.

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