One of my favorite blogs, which IMHO is all about mindful consumption, is Cool Mom Picks. The ladies at Cool Mom Picks understand that our kids do need clothes and toys, and that moms sometimes need a break. Consequently, they work hard to find safe, ethical goods, which are always beautifully designed, and that are also often green and earth friendly. They’ve just published their Mother’s Day Guide, and although Green Me has readers from all walks of life, I am sure that you all have some form of maternal relationships in your life. For example, I have a mom, a grandmother, and a mother-in-law. And, for the first time this year, I will also BE a mom this Mother’s Day! So, I humbly encourage you to consider the options on the the Cool Mom Picks thoughtful gift guide.

What Cool Mom Picks has to say about their 2008 gift guide:

We’ve tracked down incredible picks for all kinds of cool mamas, from the green mom, to the grandma who can’t get enough of the kids, to that busy working mom who could really use a lifetime of pampering.

Keep in mind that when you shop our recos, you are most often supporting independent designers and companies–heck even some mamas themselves–who work hard to create and sell the stuff that cool moms love.

Plus? Discount codes. Lots.

Remember that a big step towards living a greener life, is to be mindful of what you purchase. Feel good about purchases that you know are made to last, made by local artesians, made in the USA, and made of ethically produced or natural materials. Other ideas for a Mindful Mother’s Day include making a donation to an organization that supports women, mothers and or families. Follow this link to a site that lists a variety of national and international women’s organizations. For example, in our town my favorite place to donate to is the OUR Center, which supports single moms and low-income families.