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September 10, 2019 In Children, Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability By kellie

Can You Be A Green And Sustainable Parent?

Some people believe that having children and living a sustainable lifestyle can’t be done. However, a recent study has found that 76% of Americans are motivated by their children to go green. In fact, there are plenty of ways parenting can be done in a...

July 28, 2019 In Children, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, Mindfulness, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Homesteading 101

Nearly anything you could want is just a click away—groceries, clothes, cars, a ride from here to there. But even the immediacy of two-day and even two-hour shipping can leave us feeling disconnected from our things and each other. For those who crave connection to...

July 25, 2019 In Air Quality, Energy, Environment, Gardening, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

Anatomy of a Green Home

If you’ve ever been strapped for cash, you’ve probably looked for ways to trim down your budget — from quitting cable to making your own coffee. But did you know that making some simple eco-friendly changes to your home can save you over $1,000 in...

July 2, 2019 In Environment, Health, Home, RECYCLING, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

How To Reduce Waste And Clean More Sustainably

Sustainable living is becoming far more than a buzzword or marketing statement. It’s becoming a national movement, embedding itself in our everyday lives. Living a sustainable life is now far more likely to be the ‘norm’, compared to a few decades ago when anyone wanting...

June 18, 2019 In Children, Health, Home, Mindfulness, Sustainability By kellie

7 Ways You Can Help Your Kids Make Healthy Life Choices

As a parent, you know you will do anything to keep their kids safe and happy. You want the best for your children, so why not start by teaching them how to live a healthy lifestyle? Establishing healthy habits during childhood is the most basic...

June 18, 2019 In Climate Awareness, Environment, Health, Leadership, Sustainability By kellie

Shaping A Better Future With The Help Of Seniors

People aged 65 years and older are most likely to say that environmental laws are not worth the time and effort, according to Pew Research. This makes sense from a practical perspective since seniors have less stake in the future of the earth compared to...

May 8, 2019 In Air Quality, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

Creating A Safe And Eco-Friendly Nursery For Your Baby

We spend 90% of our time indoors where air pollution is two to five times higher than outdoor concentrations. Babies are more vulnerable to air pollution because their immune systems aren’t fully developed. Studies show children exposed to common volatile organic compounds like formaldehyde (present...

May 2, 2019 In Climate Awareness, Energy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint When Remodeling Your Kitchen

There are two rooms that homeowners typically remodel to increase the value of their homes: Kitchen & Bathroom Restoring and remodeling these rooms will not only grant your home a higher market price, but it will also allow you to choose and install cost-efficient methods and mechanisms...

March 27, 2019 In Health, Home, RECYCLING, Waste By kellie

Decluttering Your Home: How to Get Organized Without a Pro

Decluttering a home can go a long way toward making it healthier for your whole family, but it can be a big job. Over the years, we tend to collect lots of belongings but don’t always have time to go through and pare them down,...