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How To Give More Eco-Friendly Gifts This Christmas

Posted on October 8, 2021November 26, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Christmas can be such a wonderful time of year – time with family, laughter, celebrations, good food – but it can also be an extremely wasteful time of year. Did you know that here in the UK, we bin approximately 227,000 miles of Christmas wrapping paper each year? Not to mention the 40 million rolls of sellotape, 5 million Christmas puddings, 2 million turkeys, 74 million mince pies and it is estimated that 1 in 5 unwanted gifts will end up in landfill. When you learn facts like this, it certainly makes you look at this festive season in a different light doesn’t it? I have previously covered how you can be more eco-friendly at Christmas in this article so now I want to look at how you can give more eco-friendly gifts this Christmas in the hope that you will not only provide a gift that is better for our planet but one that is also loved by the receiver.

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A step-by-step guide to a career in childcare

Posted on October 6, 2021October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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The early years in a child’s life are some of the most important when it comes to their development. You’ll be able to support that development when you pursue a career in childcare, teaching and engaging the children through play and educational tasks. Working in childcare will allow you to assume a role that tests you, is exciting and gives you significant responsibility. A role in childcare could also be a great stepping stone if you’re wanting to get into a career in the education sector since there are plenty of training opportunities that you could pursue.

If you’re interested but aren’t sure where to start, here’s a step-by-step guide to a career in childcare.

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Review | Rocky Road Non-Toxic Play Mat by Pure Earth Collection

Posted on October 1, 2021October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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When it comes to choosing eco-friendly kids toys, there are plenty of options on the market and many of us are aware about the importance of choosing durable, ethically sourced, sustainable ones over the plastic fad items but have you ever thought about your children’s play mat? Did you know that most are made from EVA or PVC both of which contain plastics and toxins? The Non-Toxic Play Mats by Pure Earth Collection are a far more eco option. Made only from natural sustainable plus biodegradable rubber and cork these are an ideal choice and we were sent a Rocky Road Play Mat to review…

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What To Bring To A Cabin In The Woods Vacation

Posted on September 22, 2021October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Some vacations are great because there is a lot of excitement. Sightseeing the major tourist attractions, going on rides at an amusement park, and taking in a theater show are all great ways to pass a vacation. Sometimes, however, a vacation needs to be laid back and done in a cabin in the woods.

To get the most out of it, you have to bring the right gear. Whether it is the Point Zero Titan solar generator to run your devices or just having a lot of books to read, what you bring will make or break your relaxing vacation away from it all.

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Where To Recycle Items in The UK

Posted on September 20, 2021January 13, 2025 by Emma Reed

When it comes to reducing our household waste, a lot of the responsibility falls to us the consumer. Yes, the companies label their products – some clearer than others – but this can often lead to overwhelm, confusion, different instructions for different materials on one piece of packaging and reluctance to try due to lack of time. I know, I am one of those people too. Recycling has its place (we need this waste to go somewhere) but it most definitely isn’t my favourite part of trying to live more eco-friendly.

Aside from the complicated systems, our council doesn’t even recycle very much kerbside which has left me baffled when I look at other areas -parts of Dorset and Devon for example – who recycle so much that it makes life far easier for the consumer. With recycling being so tricky in some parts of the UK I completely understand why this service isn’t used to the max and why too much of our waste ends up in landfill. If we had the information, clear instructions, easier to recycle packaging or kerbside services then we could all be making a bigger difference.

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Top Tips for Switching Your Pet’s Food

Posted on September 17, 2021October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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We all want to make sure that our pets are getting precisely the right nutrition. With so many options out there on the market, you might discover that there is a different type of food that you think could be more suited to your pet than their current diet. Here are some of the best tips you can follow when switching your pet’s food.

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Five Brilliant Things to Do to Adjust Your Cat to Back-to-School Season

Posted on September 16, 2021October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Despite seeming quite aloof and finding your presence an annoyance, cats are social creatures that love their owners. Therefore, a change in routine, such as when kids and teachers head back to school, can be challenging to adapt to. Indeed, watching everyone leave while remaining home alone can cause feline distress and anxiety.

Cats are creatures of habit and like to know what to expect and when. Within a few short weeks, they become accustomed to having more people around for more prolonged periods. When that pattern changes, they might feel abandoned and neglected.

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