Category: Eco Living

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.

A Guide to Planning a Sustainable Day Out: Visiting Social Pantries and Green Spaces

Posted on April 12, 2023July 24, 2025 by Emma Reed

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With the summer season just kicking in, it is the perfect time to get cracking on your holiday list! Who doesn’t enjoy the breezy summer air while you relax with your loved ones at picturesque scenery? With the rise in pollution levels, not to mention having just resurfaced from a global pandemic, planning a sustainable day out for yourself and your family members is the need of the hour.

Not only will it act as a great stress buster for everyone but also ensure that your decisions minimise the impact on the environment, paving the road towards sustainability. To top it off, a wholesome family day out is a great alternative to support local communities and businesses in your town!

We can all agree, that the most exciting part of any holiday is the planning stage where we all put on our thinking hats and look forward to creating cherishable memories and shortlisting exciting activities for our day out. To ease this task, here is a detailed guide with some great tips and tricks to help you plan a sustainable day out with your loved ones!

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Small Changes, Big Savings: 8 Energy Saving Tips for Your Small Business

Posted on April 4, 2023October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Introduction

Energy is one of the most critical expenses for small businesses, and it can make up a significant portion of your monthly bills. As a small business owner, you need to use your energy wisely to keep your costs down and your profits up. Fortunately, there are many simple and effective ways to reduce your energy consumption and save money on your energy bills with basic plan information.

This article will share eight effective energy-saving tips for small businesses. By following these tips, you can cut your energy costs, reduce your carbon footprint, and help the planet.

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Sneak Peek Inside The New Beeutiful Bee Subscription Box

Posted on March 30, 2023October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Beeutiful Skincare is a brand that I love and use every single day. Their eco-friendly, cruelty-free, locally made products have worked wonders for mine and my family’s skin and I regularly share these with you on both my blog and my social media platforms. Carly’s range of products are specifically designed to help with dehydrated skin, skin irritations, to help you to relax and to soothe your skin all without any chemicals or artificial perfumes or by having a negative impact on the environment and her latest product is really exciting! From April this year (2023) this eco brand will be offering a bi-monthly Beeutiful Bee subscription box that will be packed full of both their goodies and other bits to bring you a little treat every other month and I can give you a little sneak peek right now…

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Busting Myths – Are Period Pants Bulky?

Posted on March 24, 2023October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Period pants have become a hugely popular menstruation product over the years. They are a great alternative to single-use products, they contain zero chemicals, are plastic free and will save you money in the long run. However, as with all newer products that come to market, there are myths that arise and there are particular ones that I feel most definitely need busting so I have decided to start tackling those eco/reusable myths that seem to crop up in order to help more people to take a more environmentally friendly step. First up, are period pants bulky?

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Beauty & Personal Care: 5 Tips to Become More Eco Friendly

Posted on March 21, 2023October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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If you want to create a more sustainable lifestyle and do everything you can to reduce your environmental impact, your beauty arsenal should be armed with natural shampoo, balm deodorant, and other eco-friendly products. In addition to what you’re already doing, here are five tips to help you become even more eco-friendly when it comes to your beauty and personal care routine.

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Organic Baby Food: a Sustainable and Ethical Choice for Infant Nutrition

Posted on March 16, 2023February 21, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Why do many people relate the choice of infant food to ethical features? These are things that influence food choices. The basic principles are the following:

safety
diversity
nutrition value
eco-friendliness
cultural aspects

Breastfeeding is indisputably the best food for a baby, but not all mothers can physically manage it. So, bottle feeding is their solution. Why is it significant to keep to sustainable and ethical principles? Why do many parents prefer organic baby food pouches to mashed fruit? What makes organic baby formula secure for infants? Let’s find it out.

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How To Be An Eco-Friendly Landlord

Posted on March 14, 2023October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Investing in a rental property can be the perfect strategy to build a second stream of income. However, as a landlord or a landlady, you need to be aware of your responsibilities, not only for your tenants but also for the planet. If you’re a landlord looking to go green, you’re in the right place!

Becoming an eco-friendly landlord means making conscious decisions to reduce the environmental impact of your rental property. It is important to note that the environmentally conscious decisions you make for your rental may not be the same as those you make for your own home. The reason being, you can’t dictate a new lifestyle to your tenants. But you can ensure your property is designed to minimise its impact on the planet. Here are some tips to get started.

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