These days, you can find just about anything organic: from food to beauty products and pet products. All of that definitely adds up, so how do you decide what to buy organic and what to save money on? In this post, we'll review what makes something organic, what products to always buy organic and why. *Disclosure: All opinions expressed are my own and I would never recommend products that I don't use or stand behind. This post may contain affiliate links from which I may earn a small commission ...
What’s That Smell? All About Fragrance and How To Make Changes
We all have scent preferences and mostly buy based on how something smells. How many times have you opened the top of a cleaning product, perfume, candle, or bath products to see how it smells? What if I told you that those fragrances were made up of chemicals that can accumulate and have lasting changes over time? Learn all about what makes up the fragrance in your products and how to make meaningful changes in your home. *Disclosure: All opinions expressed are my own and I would never ...
Why Your Clean Floors May Actually Be DIRTY: The Simple Changes You Can Make.
If you have kids or pets keep reading! In this post you'll find out what harmful cleaning products you're using on your floors and my recommendations for safe alternatives. Plus, learn what to look for on the label to make safe choices for the future. *Disclosure: All opinions expressed are my own and I would never recommend products that I don't use or stand behind. This post may contain affiliate links from which I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. For more ...
The Hidden Chemicals In Your Laundry Routine -Plus Safe Alternatives!
Learn what chemicals are hiding in your laundry detergent and dryer sheets, how they can effect you, and natural alternatives to switch to! *Disclosure: All opinions expressed are my own and I would never recommend products that I don't use or stand behind. This post may contain affiliate links from which I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. For more information, view the Privacy Policy and Disclaimer pages. When I was pregnant with T.J., I began researching for my ...
6 DIYs To Detox Your Household Cleaning Products – with FREE Bottle Labels!
Natural cleaning products became extremely important to me after having kids. They spend so much time on the floor or eating on surfaces cleaned with toxic products. These chemicals linger on their skin and clothing, and accumulate over time in the body. I knew I wanted to minimize my family's exposure to these chemicals as much as possible, so I began researching DIY household cleaning products. After reading up on each of the below recipes, I eventually combined my favorite mixtures to create ...
The Truth About Feminine Hygiene Products
With extended use of pads after the c-section birth of my first son, T.J., I developed irritation. About a week after delivery I made a call to my OB's office, but was informed he was on vacation. The nurse practitioner told me it was most likely a urinary tract infection and prescribed antibiotics without seeing me. This being my first child, I had no idea what "normal" was after child birth. Throw in first-time mom sleeplessness and you could have gotten me to do just about anything. I ...