It’s been 8 years since I first started to make more eco-conscious decisions and purchases in my life. At first, I made the eco-friendly switches in order to help to reduce my waste, but as I made more and more, I gradually began to notice how much healthier my bank account was becoming. Oh, I know, I know, I can hear you telling me that eco products are far more expensive than disposable ones, and yes, that is true… To an extent. Let’s break down how I have saved money since living more sustainably and how you could do it too.
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My eco topics category is my latest addition to my blog. I decided to make changes to my lifestyle in 2018 because I knew we needed to take steps to become more eco-friendly. It began with the change to reusable nappies and wipes and from there I made a promise to continue to try and find other ways to improve our wasteful ways and at the same time offer up tips, advice and hopefully inspire others.
Making these changes has had such a positive impact on us as a family. We are enjoying finding new ways of doing things, we love talking about it with others and we are saving money too! Such a win! Eco topics are now a huge passion of mine and I hope you will enjoy them as much as we are.
8 Practical Eco Gifts That Will Be Appreciated (and used!)
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When it comes to gift giving, most of us aim to pick something that will be practical and appreciated, but it can be really tricky to choose that perfect item, as well as something that they don’t already have. So, what’s out there that could tick all the boxes? How about these 8 practical eco gifts?
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Premium, Sleek and Sustainable: The New SURI Holiday Gift Sets
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If you have been around here for a while, you will know I am a big fan of my SURI toothbrush. I used the original 1.0 version for ages and then more recently upgraded to the 2.0, which I wrote about in my comparison post. So when SURI brought out their new holiday gift sets this year, I was instantly curious – sustainable oral care that actually works and arrives in a lovely gift-ready bundle? Yes please!
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What Is a Heat Pump and Is It Right for Your Home
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Heat pumps get talked about a lot now, usually in a slightly breathless “you must get one immediately” tone, which makes people suspicious. Fair. The truth is way less dramatic: a heat pump is just a really efficient way to heat and cool a house by moving heat instead of creating it. That’s the simple version. The real story is a little more interesting.
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Review: How the SURI 2.0 Sustainable Electric Toothbrush Compares to the Original SURI 1.0
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If you’ve been around here a while, you’ll know that we’ve been using the original SURI Sustainable Electric toothbrush for years now, and you can see from my review how much I love it: lightweight, eco-conscious, quieter than most brushes, long-lasting charge and it works incredibly well. So, when SURI brought out their brand-new SURI 2.0 model, I was genuinely excited to see what they’d updated. After all, the SURI 1.0 was already pretty great, so upgrading it without ruining the simplicity was going to be a challenge. But after a couple of months of use, I’ve got a clear sense of what feels new and whether it’s actually worth upgrading. Let’s take a look at how the SURI 2.0 compares to the SURI 1.0…
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Review: Sustainable and Refillable Toothpaste From Mighty Mouthcare
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When it comes to making greener choices, one of the hardest swaps for many is to eco-friendly dental products. The options over the years have been pretty sparse in my opinion, with toothpaste tabs being one of the most talked about ways to ditch the plastic, but let’s be honest, chewing a tablet first thing in the morning really isn’t it. Not only did I find the texture almost unbearable, but my mouth didn’t feel very clean after brushing, and they also weirdly gave me heartburn! Other brands have tried, but many don’t include Fluoride (something I personally want to use) and don’t taste great. I did eventually find something I loved, but I couldn’t get the children or my husband on board with it, so for years, I have had no choice but to continue to buy them the standard plastic tube toothpastes from the supermarket (begrudgingly!) That was until this summer, when the new brand Mighty Mouthcare contacted me asking if I would like to try out their sustainable and refillable toothpaste, which does contain Fluoride. I had never heard of a refillable toothpaste before and was really intrigued, so I jumped at the chance to put this product through its paces and after 3 months of use, I am ready to give you my honest thoughts…
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Eco-Anxiety vs Depression: What Parents Should Know
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Eco-anxiety has become a growing concern for many young people. It’s the fear or stress about climate change and environmental issues. For some, this worry feels overwhelming.
But how do parents tell eco-anxiety apart from depression? They share some signs but stem from very different causes. Understanding these differences matters. Knowing when to act can make all the difference for your child’s well-being.
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