Holidays & Gifts
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How to Embrace Less in a Season of More
As the festive season unfolds, there’s an air of excitement, joy, and perhaps a touch of chaos. It’s that time of the year when our little ones eagerly unwrap gifts, their eyes wide with wonder, surrounded by a mountain of colorful wrapping paper. While the holidays are undoubtedly a time for celebration, it’s also the perfect opportunity to impart the timeless values of gratitude and minimalism to our children. In other words, let’s teach them how to embrace less in a season of more. The Magic of Gratitude In a world that often encourages the “more is better” mentality, teaching our kids the art of gratitude becomes a precious gift…
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How to Host the Best Eco-Conscious Thanksgiving
Eco-Conscious Thanksgiving As the season of gratitude approaches, there’s no better time to reflect on our impact on the planet and consider how we can celebrate Thanksgiving in an eco-friendly manner. With a few mindful choices, you can transform your traditional feast into a sustainable and environmentally conscious gathering. Let’s explore some simple yet impactful ways to host an eco-conscious Thanksgiving. Mindful Meal Planning The first step to a sustainable Thanksgiving is mindful meal planning. Consider sourcing your ingredients locally to support nearby farmers and reduce the carbon footprint associated with transportation. Opt for organic, seasonal produce to minimize the use of pesticides and promote biodiversity. Embrace plant-based options, or…
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How to be Green for the Holidays in 2023
Green for the Holidays: Your Guide to a Sustainable Holiday Season I am so excited to help you embrace eco-conscious practices during the holiday season. As we celebrate and come together with family and friends, it’s essential to consider the impact of our actions on the planet. This new guide is designed to inspire and assist you in making thoughtful choices that reduce your ecological footprint while still enjoying the festive spirit. From mindful gifting and eco-friendly decorations to reducing food waste and supporting ethical businesses, this guide provides practical tips and creative ideas for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly holiday experience. Let’s embark on a journey to celebrate…
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The Best Eco-Friendly Prime Day Deals (2023)
Deals for Eco-Parents & More! Unless you live under a rock, I’m pretty sure you know that July 11th-12th is a much anticipated and highly celebrated event in 2023: Amazon Prime Day. If you are looking for eco-friendly and sustainable products for your home or kids, I’ve got all the deals for you! (I also have a bonus garden section!) This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. I only link to products I have personally used or researched. Best Eco-Friendly Prime Day Deals Bee’s Wrap Roll Instead of buying in…
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The Best Eco-Friendly Toddler Toys
Eco-Friendly Toddler Toys In my post, How to Eco-Parent Through the Toddler Years, I made a big deal out of eco-friendly toys. Toddler and preschool toys can and should last throughout childhood (and maybe even beyond). What makes toys eco-friendly? When looking for eco-friendly toys, consider what it is made from, how it is packaged, and the longevity and quality (how long it will last you). This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. I only link to products I have personally used or researched. (Click on the product photo to be…
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The Ultimate List of Eco-Friendly Baby Products
Starting a baby registry can be magical and feel like a fresh start. You are choosing the products you want to use in your baby’s first years of life. Registries allow you to have some control over the types of products you would prefer, especially if you are an eco-parent-to-be, concerned with sustainability and living an environmentally friendly life. For my post on eco-parenting with a baby, click here. If you’re just starting your baby registry and are looking for environmentally friendly options, check out these below! This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a…
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The Best Gardening Products of 2023
15 Must-Have Supplies to Start Your Garden ? It’s the most wonderful time of the year ? Spring has sprung and that means gardening season! This is basically like Christmas for me. The yard gets spruced up, we plan all our vegetables for the garden, and we tend to seedlings with patience and care. At the end of all this, we are rewarded with ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, cucumbers as big as your head, and super sweet cucamelons that the kids pick off the vine daily. Ahhhh I can see, smell, and taste it already. In honor of the gardening season, here are 15 of the best gardening products in…
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35 Easter Basket Gifts for Kids That You Won’t Hate
Easter basket gifts that are not candy or plastic eggs Easter baskets and Easter gifts have always been weird to me. To be honest, it took me several years to embrace them as a mother. I hate plastic eggs. I hate fake grass. I hate dollar-store baskets that fall apart in a day. I hate when my kids are hopped up on sugar. I guess I hate a lot of things. Over the years, I have found my groove with kids’ Easter baskets and they contain none of the things I hate. I’m here to tell you, you can create your Easter baskets however YOU want. If you want to…
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Easy DIY Fabric Gift Bag for a Sustainable Christmas
If you are trying to be more sustainable this Holiday season, you are probably planning on staying away from gift wrap or finding other ways to wrap gifts. This year, I told my kids Santa was too busy to wrap presents and instead we are leaving him “Santa Sacks.” Yes…Santa Sacks. These are very large fabric gift bags that we are going to leave under the Christmas tree for Santa to fill with each child’s present. Obviously, I think this is a fabulous idea because wrapping presents is my least favorite part of the Holidays! And, like usual, I am looking for zero waste, eco friendly, and sustainable gift wrapping options. …
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How to Gift Wrap Sustainably
How to gift wrap sustainably
