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Best Disposable and Reusable Menstrual Products

July 22, 2019 by Chrystal Johnson

White table covered in cloth pads, menstrual cup, dry brusk, q-tips and other natural beauty items.

Are you looking for the best eco-friendly period tips? In this guide, you'll learn about natural feminine hygiene products, menstrual cups, reusable pads, cramp relief ideas and more green hacks for your monthly cycle. One thing that can bring women together in an instant is talking about their menstrual cycle. It's something we can all connect on and commiserate about. … [Read more...] about Best Disposable and Reusable Menstrual Products

Are Milk Cartons Recyclable?

November 1, 2018 by Chrystal Johnson

Chocolate almond milk, organic coconut milk and organic beef broth cartons on a fridge shelf

When talking with people, I find there is a lot of confusion about what can and cannot be recycled. It will be a bit different in each area, but for the most part it's similar in most communities. One question that seems to pop up often is, "are milk cartons recyclable?" For a long time, you couldn't recycle them in many areas, but now you can! Milk Carton Recycling is … [Read more...] about Are Milk Cartons Recyclable?

How to Switch to Reusable Paper Towels, Napkins & Toilet Tissue

April 5, 2017 by Chrystal Johnson

Stack of folded cloth napkins n various colors and patterns

Are you considering making the switch from paper to reusable cloth paper towels, napkins or even toilet tissue? We'll give you some tips on how to make the transition easier on the whole family. More and more families are making the switch from paper to cloth, disposable to reusable. Everything from napkins and paper towels to toilet paper has reusable options these days! … [Read more...] about How to Switch to Reusable Paper Towels, Napkins & Toilet Tissue

How to Improve Energy Efficiency at Home

May 4, 2016 by Chrystal Johnson

Head of little boy in blue pressing light switch on red wall

If you're looking for energy efficiency tips, we have some great ones for you! Learn how to save energy in your home beyond turning off the lights! Are you looking for energy efficiency tips for your home? Then you've come to the right place! We spend so much time decorating our homes and making them look their best, but how many of us actually take time to make … [Read more...] about How to Improve Energy Efficiency at Home

Blossom Menstrual Cup Review

November 10, 2015 by Chrystal Johnson

Blossom Menstrual cup lying on a wood table on its side

Ready to make the switch to a reusable menstrual cup, but you're worried about the upfront cost? The Blossom Cup is affordable and works great! I've always been concerned about caring for the Earth ever since I was a little girl. So it's no wonder I have developed a passion for eco-friendly period products over the last several years. I tried my first menstrual cup in … [Read more...] about Blossom Menstrual Cup Review

Reasons to Switch to Glass Food Storage Containers

January 15, 2014 by Chrystal Johnson

Four glass food storage containers with lids

If you want to live a zero waste lifestyle, one easy idea to live greener is to swap your plastic kitchen storage for glass. Learn how and why you should make this switch. We switched to mainly glass water bottles years ago and pitched all of the plastic ones. In continuing down that path, one of the goals I set for myself this year is to get as much of the plastic out of … [Read more...] about Reasons to Switch to Glass Food Storage Containers

SckoonCup Menstrual Cup Review

June 26, 2013 by Chrystal Johnson

Blue Sckooncup next to cloth carrying case on a white background

If you're shopping for the best reusable menstrual cup, you'll be interested in my SckoonCup review. I've been wearing one since 2012 and swear by this eco-friendly period product! Making more eco-friendly choices in the menstrual area is a hot topic lately. Cloth pads, menstrual cups, organic cotton… where do you start?  I began using cloth pads and a DivaCup in … [Read more...] about SckoonCup Menstrual Cup Review

DivaCup Menstrual Cup Review

February 18, 2012 by Chrystal Johnson

Size 0, 1 and 2 Diva Cup models with a hand holding the center cup

Are you searching for the best reusable menstrual cup for your monthly cycle? Read about our experience with the DivaCup and decide if it's right for you. While I have become a huge fan of mama cloth over the last few months, there are some days when I miss the convenience of tampons. So I went in search of an eco-friendly alternative to tampons and the first brand I was … [Read more...] about DivaCup Menstrual Cup Review

How to Reuse & Recycle Packing Peanuts

May 2, 2011 by Chrystal Johnson

Green styrofoam packing peanuts in a shipping box

What do you do with leftover styrofoam packing peanuts? Learn our tips for recycling and reusing styrofoam packing peanuts in ways that are better for the Earth. There aren’t a lot of shopping options where we live, so I do the majority of my shopping online. I end up with a lot of Styrofoam packing peanuts laying around the house. The corn starch based packing peanuts … [Read more...] about How to Reuse & Recycle Packing Peanuts

How to Stop Junk Mail & Telemarketing Calls

December 9, 2010 by Chrystal Johnson

Stacks of junk mail

Learn how to stop junk mail, credit applications and telemarketing calls for a greener, more sustainable lifestyle. If you’re like most people, every time you trek out to your mailbox, it’s crammed full of a bunch of junk mail and credit card applications—which inevitably end up in the trash (or recycling bin) after taking up precious counter space. It’s a waste of … [Read more...] about How to Stop Junk Mail & Telemarketing Calls

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