This post was inspired by a collaboration with prAna and Avocado Green Mattress. All opinions are my own. Most people think that the New Year is the perfect time to start a new journey whether it be eating healthier, getting more active, or living a green-er lifestyle. And while a new beginning is a great time to do all of those, the Holidays can be too! Ok, so maybe eating healthier while being surrounded by delicious baked candies and cookies might not be the easiest of choices, living more eco-friendly definitely is! In fact, it's a great time to #GreenEverywhere in your life - by giving [and hopefully sometimes receiving too] green products. When most people embark on a green and more sustainable lifestyle change, they often think of switching to organic food and non-toxic cleaners. While those choices definitely are more green, … [Read more...]
Softbum Diapers: A True One Size Cloth Diaper
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A lot of cloth diapers are called one-size diapers, but the Softbums Diapers truly is. Check out how this Softbums Echo cloth diaper system can fit a newborn as small as 6 pounds to a toddler that is 35 pounds. I received a Softbums Cloth Diaper to review. All thoughts are 100% mine. I've had lots of Softbums in our stash over the last 3.5 years of cloth diapering and I've reviewed them a few times too [see those reviews below], but it HAS been awhile since I've seen a Newborn Diaper, I seriously forgot how teeny tiny they are! That's the very reason that I did a double take at the package when I pulled the diaper out. I thought that Softbums must be making a new newborn diaper and accidentally sent it to me instead of their One Size. Seriously, y'all! It's been that long. Then I saw the OS and remembered just how tiny these … [Read more...]
3 Reasons to Choose ENERGY STAR® Laundry Appliances for Your Home
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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. Most households are always looking for ways to save money and choices that can help your family save energy too are definitely a win win. One easy way to do both is to look for appliances marked as ENERGY STAR® appliances. Let's look at 3 reasons you should choose ENERGY STAR Laundry Appliances for your home. Better for the Environment ENERGY STAR® certified products reduce energy usage, which is good for the environment. Reduced energy helps to preserve more of the Earth's natural resources and reduce carbon emissions and pollutants. For example, clothes washers that have earned the ENERGY STAR use 25% less energy and approximately 45% less water than standard models. Over the lifetime of the … [Read more...]
6 Ideas for Natural Menstrual Cramps Relief
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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PeriodConfidence #TryTheDivaCup #CollectiveBias If you're a woman who is plagued with menstrual cramps, I feel for you. I was there once, but thankfully found natural menstrual cramps relief with these ideas that are truly life changing and you can too! I have been plagued with bad menstrual cramps my entire life. I remember as a young girl in high school missing school because my stomach hurt so bad. The cramps I experienced were intense and relentless the first few days of my period. As I got older, my cramps were just as intense. I started looking for alternative ways to deal with them since I didn't want to take so many over-the-counter pain medicines. That's ultimately what lead me to switching to a menstrual cup! I read … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Reuse KCups
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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LuminousWhites #CollectiveBias Drinking a cup of coffee from a one cup brewer is convenient, but what about all those disposable pods? Here are 5 ways to reuse Kcups in your home. Coffee is one of my life's pleasures. There, I said it. I enjoy sitting in a quiet house, or on a quiet front porch, before everyone else gets up to enjoy my thoughts and my cup of caffeine. I don't think it's just the taste, it's the entire experience... calm, quiet... are you sensing a theme here? Life is so chaotic for everyone that it's good to enjoy a daily activity for yourself and my morning cup is mine. I also enjoy the convenience of a one cup coffeemaker, but hate the waste of those disposable Kcups! That's when I started thinking that … [Read more...]
Cleaning Without Harsh Chemicals – Is It Really Possible?
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This is a sponsored post on behalf of Aquavert. All opinions are my own. When you make the decision to begin cleaning without harsh chemicals, it doesn't mean you sacrifice how clean your home is. Using the right products will help you have a clean home without harmful chemicals. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to clean bathrooms while still being able to breathe safely at the same time? It IS possible and if you're still using harsh chemical cleaners to clean your home, it's time to stop. Not only can harsh chemicals damage surfaces, they can damage your health as well. My family started on a journey to limit chemicals, especially harsh chemical cleaners, when Sophia was born. I decided then that I didn't want to risk her getting hurt by coming into contact with dangerous ingredients so it was best to do away with them … [Read more...]
6 DIY Recycling Bins That You Can Make Today
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If your family wants to start recycling, go for it. You don't have to overthink how to recycle, make your own DIY recycling bins that suit your recycling style. While some people are lucky enough to live in communities with curbside recycling services, I'm not. I hope it becomes something my town offers eventually, but for now we have to store our recyclable items until we can take them to the nearest center. Depending on your home's layout and your recycling needs, figuring out what type of bins to use can be a bit tricky. First you'll want to decide where you're bins will be located. Be sure to choose a spot that's easy to get to and one that you'll stick with. If you make it difficult on yourself to sort your recyclables or store them, you'll be less likely to stick with the eco-friendly activity. Here are a few of my favorite … [Read more...]
4 Things You Should Know About NOW Foods
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This post was sponsored by NOW as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. NOW Foods is the largest family owned business in the natural food products, but what else should you know about this healthy lifestyle brand? When I became a Mom, I vowed to make healthier choices for myself and my family. During this 7 year journey I've come to use and love so many natural brands. I find most of my products and information online since we live in a tiny little town where our closest natural food store is over 1.5 hours away! One brand that I have come across over the past few years is NOW® Foods. When I got the email that I was going to have the amazing opportunity to travel to Bloomingdale, Illinois and tour their factory, I was quite excited and can't wait to share what I … [Read more...]
How to Freeze Peppers from Your Garden
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Whether you're raising them in your garden or bought a few too many at the Farmer's Market, at some point freezing peppers will probably hit your To-Do List. Here's a simple guide on how to freeze peppers to get you started. I'm telling you, I am so impressed with our organic garden this year. Everything that we've planted has just done tremendously well. A couple of weeks ago, we had zucchini and tomatoes coming out of our ears. Our zucchini has slowed down tremendously with the hot mid-Summer temperatures, but we're still getting quite a few tomatoes daily. And our green peppers and jalapeno peppers? Oh my goodness! I've been scouring Pinterest for recipes that use peppers because it seems like they all ripen at once, but there's just no way for us to use up all of them before they go bad, so I have been freezing peppers. Tip: … [Read more...]
5 Reasons I Buy Organic Foods at Walmart
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While the super store might not be the first to come to your mind when it comes to shopping organic, it definitely should be and here's the reasons I buy organic foods at Walmart. This post has been sponsored by Stonyfield Organic. All opinions are my own. It's no secret that I live in a very rural area of East Tennessee. I've shared that fact quite a few times and it always comes up when I talk about choosing green and organic options for my family. It's true that most of our grocery stores are just now starting to carry organic products and alternative food choices like gluten and vegan options. While I've been aware of the foods my family should and shouldn't be eating for awhile now, it seems that a lot of people in my small town are just now starting to have the non-GMO conversation. It's just not talked about here, or … [Read more...]
Save Money and the Earth By Shopping Online Consignment Websites
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This post has been sponsored by Swap.com. All opinions are my own. We all know that shopping consignment is better for our wallet and the environment, but have you started shopping online consignment websites yet? You'll find large selections and great prices no matter where you live. I have to admit that I didn't start shopping regularly at consignment stores or sales until I became a Mom. The first glance at baby gear made me realize real fast that I had to find a better way to buy it, especially when you know you'll only use certain products for a limited amount of time. When you realize just how much you can save when you purchase gently used items, you do it. But I also quickly realized how much of an impact that shopping at consignment stores could impact our Earth. The only problem? I don't always find the best selection … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Saving Money on Organic Food
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When you decide to buy organic products for your family, you may think it will sacrifice your budget. Read these seven tips for saving money on organic food to stay on budget while going organic. This post is sponsored by Acorn Influencers. All opinions are my own. I remember when I first started buying organic products for my family. I also remember the sticker shock I experienced in the beginning. At first glance it can seem that buying organic foods will completely throw your budget off course, but if you follow these tips you'll stay right on track! Buy in Season One of the first food groups that consumers choose to switch to organic is fruits and vegetables. It can also be one of the most expensive switches depending on different times of the year. To save money on organic produce, you'll want to focus on buying items that … [Read more...]