Hey there, mama! If you’re embarking on the beautiful journey of vegan pregnancy and parenting, welcome to your safe space. Your no-judgement zone. I’m writing this vegan pregnancy guide in my 38th week of a fully plant-powered pregnancy, tapping away on the keyboard over my protruding belly. I wish I could tell you that having…
Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the mother figure(s) in your life. Whether you want to find your mom the perfect tangible gift, make the perfect vegan Mother’s Day meal, or plan a perfect day that you’ll spend together, if you get creative you can find infinite ways to show your mom how…
Looking for a delicious and healthful plant-based snack to feed your toddler? Creating your own khichdi is a real treat! These vegan Indian lentil and rice balls from The Vegucated Family Table cookbook are not only high in protein and essential B vitamins, but are seriously tasty and so fun to make. After giving these…
7,000. That’s how many disposable diapers a baby can go through before they learn to use the potty. Whether these single-use diapers are worn for 5 minutes or 5 hours, they all land in the same place: the landfill. Take a moment to think about how much space 7,000 diapers would take up in a…
We’re so excited to share this comprehensive guide to vegan children’s books. Whether you’re looking for books to read to your own little one(s), or you’re searching for compassionate books to gift to the young people in your life, we’ve got you covered! In this guide, we’ve compiled the best and most popular books written…
Before I dive in, I do want to note that the most sustainable, eco-conscious decision regarding parenting is to choose to adopt, become a foster parent, or not have kids at all. However, for a variety of reasons many still choose to have kids (I did!) and as always we do our best to foster…
As the solo vegan in my household, sharing vegan food with family and friends is one of my greatest joys. With nine years behind me, while raising three kids (now between 9 and 15 years old), I’ve found my vegan mama groove. I know a thing or two about introducing your family to a plant-based…
When I went vegan almost 9 years ago, I did it alone. My choice to go vegan was an immediate, a-ha moment realization after reading The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone. I gave up all animal products right then and never looked back. Although my husband admired my choice, he wasn’t ready to take that…
Most people want to know if my family is vegan when they learn that I live a plant-based lifestyle. Many are surprised to learn that my husband and three kids are not vegan. When I went vegan over five years ago, it was an overnight, no-brainer decision after reading The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone.…
“You’re now a what?” I exclaimed. Standing in our kitchen in front of the open refrigerator, my daughter, somewhat hesitantly but proudly stated, “I’m a vegan, Mom.” Well, I thought, this is what happens when you send them away to college, and they return as their own person. “Okay,” I said, “what exactly does that…