How to Choose a Green Christmas Tree
‘Tis that time of year! You’re probably already familiar with our green Christmas tips, but what about your Christmas tree? If you plan to have a tree in your home for the holidays, you’re likely...
View Article10 Ways to Save Energy this Winter
It can seem easier to save energy in the warmer months, but it’s just as important (and even more economical) in colder weather. To get advice on how to save energy in the winter, I asked the...
View Article10 New Year’s Resolutions for Green Moms
If you’re making New Year’s resolutions for 2013, why not make them green? Below, we offer ten easy green tips to get you started. Don’t worry: we’re not suggesting you try to tackle all of them...
View ArticleHow to Compost at Home for Beginners
Household composting is the process of converting kitchen and yard waste into valuable fertilizer. When a family’s compostable materials go to a compost bin instead of the trash can, waste can be...
View Article4 Green Valentine’s Day Gifts Anyone Will Love
Still looking for the perfect, green Valentine’s Day gift for your special someone? Fear not, we have four fabulous green Valentine’s Day gifts your valentine is sure to love. Organic, Fair-Trade...
View Article5 Green Laundry Tips to Save Energy and Money
Since the new year, I’ve been doing my best to live green according to my top resolutions for green moms. I’ve cut several energy-wasting activities from my daily routine, but laundry remains my...
View ArticleGreen Spring Cleaning Checklist: 8 Tips for Your Home
In most parts of the Northern Hemisphere, spring has arrived! Time to throw open the windows and let some fresh air into your home. It’s also a great time to organize, recycle unused items, and yes,...
View ArticleNatural Spring Lawn Care Tips to Save Time and Money
Last weekend, we mowed our lawn for the first time this spring. From the sound of it (and the smell of freshly cut grass), the neighbors are in the full swing of lawn care as well. We have dogs,...
View ArticleHow to Make a Rain Garden: 5 Steps for Success
In most suburban neighborhoods in developed countries, a common water pollution problem persists. The fresh rainwater from each storm runs from rain gutters, across lawns treated with pesticides, into...
View ArticleSun Safety for Kids: Tips from Safe Sunblock to SPF Clothing
It’s the summer vacation season, and whether you’re traveling or staying at home, sun safety for kids is a must. In addition to buying new sunblock for your family every year, it’s important to ensure...
View Article8 Ways to Throw a Green Baby Shower: From Invitations to Favors
You’ve offered to plan your best friend’s (or favorite relative’s) baby shower and one or both of you wants to make the event as low-waste and environmentally friendly as possible. Where to start? 1....
View ArticleBelkin Conserve Insight and Socket Review
I’m always looking for ways to decrease my environmental impact at home. I recycle and compost, use the A/C sparingly, and turn the lights off when I leave a room. I have good intentions, but I am...
View Article10 Best Natural and Green Baby Toys
It’s a scary world out there for parents. All of the BPA (a hormone disrupter), toxic paints, and phthalates (endocrine disrupters) in pacifiers, teethers, and toys is enough to make a mama want to...
View ArticleWhat Makes a Home “Eco” and How You Can Convert
This is a guest post by Darcie Connell of Trekity.com and TravelBloggerAcademy.com. So you wanna reduce your global footprint and learn more about eco-homes? Excellent! Not only is your decision great...
View ArticleGreen Thanksgiving Tips: How to Lessen Your Turkey Day Waste
In two weeks, families across the US will come together to celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s a time of community and warmth — and it shouldn’t be a time of waste. Learn everything from what food to buy to...
View ArticleHow to Choose a Green Christmas Tree
‘Tis that time of year! You’re probably already familiar with our green Christmas tips, but what about your Christmas tree? If you plan to have a tree in your home for the holidays, you’re likely...
View Article10 Ways to Save Energy this Winter
It can seem easier to save energy in the warmer months, but it’s just as important (and even more economical) in colder weather. To get advice on how to save energy in the winter, I asked the...
View ArticleWhat Makes a Home “Eco” and How You Can Convert
This is a guest post by Darcie Connell of Trekity.com and TravelBloggerAcademy.com. So you wanna reduce your global footprint and learn more about eco-homes? Excellent! Not only is your decision great...
View ArticleHow to Compost at Home for Beginners
Household composting is the process of converting kitchen and yard waste into valuable fertilizer. When a family’s compostable materials go to a compost bin instead of the trash can, waste can be...
View Article4 Green Valentine’s Day Gifts Anyone Will Love
Still looking for the perfect, green Valentine’s Day gift for your special someone? Fear not, we have four fabulous green Valentine’s Day gifts your valentine is sure to love. Organic, Fair-Trade...
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