Between speaking engagements and different work-related retreats, I have been traveling more than usual. As you know, traveling is hard on our planet, so I am personally extra careful to leave a lighter footprint by making simple, thoughtful choices that make healthy eco-traveling a reality. Every time I pack my bag, I pull out what […]
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DIY Dry Shampoo Powder
When was the last time you washed your hair? It has been three weeks since I last washed my hair, but don’t worry, I still showered. Probably more like 4 weeks between shampoos. And no, I don’t smell. I actually smell like Rosemary and Cedarwood because I reached for my DIY dry shampoo powder, and […]
6 Useful Ideas for Unwanted Gifts
One thing is for sure this holiday season: you will receive at least one gift you don’t really like. Maybe a t-shirt you’ll never wear, a book you’ll never read, or a bottle of perfume better suited for Aunt Edna. We politely thank the giver and slyly look for a receipt tucked away in the […]
How to Clean Bath Toys: 5 Non-Toxic Ways
Have you ever picked up a bath toy and seen black stuff in the crevices? If not, give that ducky a squeeze and see if black liquid comes out. I’m sorry to be the one to break it to you. It’s mold. Yep, that little ducky your dear child is slobbering on in the bath […]
Shopping Better: What Is Sustainable Fashion?
There are a lot of terms being tossed around these days to describe better ways to shop: ethical. eco. slow. sustainable fashion. Each of these is a little different, but they also very similar. It can be confusing; however, I’ve sorted out the way I’d define each of these terms, so here’s my super quick […]
Ingredients to Avoid in Personal Care Products
The beauty industry is horribly unregulated. I can’t believe what some companies try to get away with putting in their products, and then expect us to slather it on our bodies, or even worse, our children’s bodies! When shopping for personal care products like lotions, shampoos, and creams, there are ten ingredients I avoid at […]
Homemade Baby Wipes
Homemade baby wipes are the best way to keep unnecessary chemicals off your little one’s tush! Have you looked at the list of ingredients on a package of baby wipes lately? I have and do not like what I have read. Baby bums are the most sensitive parts on their body and yet, we clean them […]
What is Carrageenan?
Carrageenan has zero nutritional value, yet it can be found in innumerable dairy products and dairy substitutes. So – What is carrageenan? And why is it in our food? It’s a natural ingredient derived from red seaweed (Irish moss) and it’s used to thicken and homogenize dairy and nondairy products like milk, shakes, and yogurts. […]
