Where They Lurk and Why They’re Bad While phthalates are the subject of an increasing number of recent studies, there’s still a lot we don’t know. One thing’s certain though: they are everywhere, including in our bodies. What are phthalates exactly? And should we be concerned? What Are Phthalates? Phthalates (pronounced “thal ates”) are a […]
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Eco-Friendly Activities for You and Your Family Spring is springing! What better time to venture outdoors with your family and enjoy some fresh air and fun! Biking can provide the perfect “vehicle,” so to speak, combining adventure, activity and a chance to relish the scenery. And as if the thrill of warm spring sunshine and […]
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Why Join the Norwex Movement We can think of literally tons of reasons why you should join the Norwex Movement—but here are our top 10 favorites! Amaze your friends with your ability to calculate your own carbon footprint! Most of our everyday activities (like driving a car, disposing of our waste, and simply using electricity) […]
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Society’s Discards Spark Change The Bandon, Oregon-based Washed Ashore Project is on a mission. And they’ve found kindred spirits in Portugese artist Bordalo II as well as photographer Benjamin Von Wong of San Francisco. All three are using society’s discards to make a statement as they literally turn trash into treasure. By bringing their artistic […]
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Best of What You Liked and Commented on the Most As 2015 draws to a close, I thought it might be fun to revisit your favorite blogs—the ones you clicked on, shared and liked the most this year. So below we’ve compiled your Top 5 favorites, in reverse order. The goal of this blog is to […]
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Halloween is all about being scary, but when it comes to our children’s safety we don’t want any frights. Below are some things to keep in mind during this season of spook! Teal Pumpkins Worried about letting a child with a food allergy go trick-or-treating? Look for homes displaying a teal-painted pumpkin to take them […]
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Go Take a Hike Early Fall is a great time for some eco-friendly activities and adventures you can share with your family. Here’s another fun and educational activity you and your kids can enjoy that will also encourage them to start caring for the environment. Find a fun nature trail and get a little exercise together, […]
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Visit a Farmers Market Summer and Fall are a wonderful time for some eco-friendly activities that you can share with your family. Here’s a fun and educational activity you can do with your kids that will also encourage them to start caring for the environment. By visiting a farmers market, you can support your local […]
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It’s Back to School Time! It’s that time of year again for purchasing new books, clothing and educational supplies for your kids. But as your children return to school, it’s important to think about not only the financial aspects of the back-to-school season, but also the environmental impact of the items you purchase as well […]
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No matter what time of year it is, it’s always a great time for some eco-friendly activities and adventures you can share with your family. Here’s a fun and educational activity you can do with your kids that will also encourage them to start caring for the environment. Plant a Garden Your kids probably won’t […]
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