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.

Sustainable Carpets: What Materials Should You Look For?

Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Carpet shopping can get confusing. One tag highlights recycled content. Another leans on “natural.” A third talks about indoor air. A cleaner way to choose is to look at four pieces: the fiber, the backing and padding, any treatments, and what it will take to keep the surface in good shape.

This guide focuses on choosing sustainable carpet materials while keeping day-to-day living in mind, without hype.

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a collection of Seep products sat next to a white ceramic sink with a plant in the background

Looking For The Most Sustainable Way To Wash Up? Seep Has You Covered!

Posted on April 28, 2026July 17, 2026 by Emma Reed

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When it comes to making sustainable swaps, the kitchen can be one of the best places to start. We can use so many plastic bottles, plastic-based sponges, and single-use plastic in this room that it can often feel like a very wasteful area of the house, but change IS doable thanks to some amazing brands who are leading the way in sustainably conscious products. Seep is one such business and one I have purchased from and loved for years. Founded by Laura in 2020 to help more people move to plastic-free cleaning products, Seep has rapidly grown and achieved just that. Did you know they were featured on Dragon’s Den in 2025 and backed by 2 of the Dragons?! They are also B Corp Certified, support many charities, including On a Mission and The Hygiene Bank and are on a mission to save 1 billion cleaning tools from going to landfill by 2030. If all of this ticks your eco and ethical boxes, stick around to read about my favourite products and to save yourself 15% on all orders over £10 with my discount code.

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How To Use Wood Panelling To Create a Calmer, More Eco-Conscious Family Home

Posted on March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Why wood walls feel so soothing in a busy family space

Walk into a room with natural wood on the walls and you can almost feel your shoulders drop. The texture softens hard edges, the colour brings warmth, and the acoustics instantly feel calmer. For busy parents trying to juggle school runs, remote work, and never-ending laundry piles, creating pockets of calm at home is not a luxury, it is survival.

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Eco-Friendly Travel Tips For Nature-Loving Families

Posted on March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 by Emma Reed

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A family campsite gets messy fast. Shoes pile up by the door, damp towels hang everywhere, and wrappers appear from nowhere. Small travel habits shape the whole trip. They also shape the impact your family leaves behind.

That is why simple outdoor breaks work so well for families. They slow things down and keep the focus on shared time outside. Choosing campsites in Haida Gwaii can support that pace. Families get beach access, forest walks, and a calmer setting on traditional Haida lands.

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9 Completely Free Ways You Can Help The Environment

Posted on March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 by Emma Reed

When we talk about helping the environment quite often the first things that come to mind are swapping single use plastic items for reusable ones, investing in solar panels or an electric car, purchasing local farm food and so on. All of which are really great options BUT… Not affordable or accessible for everyone. So, how can you help the environment without impacting your bank balance? Here are some of my favourite free ways in which you can do your bit.

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the Hello Period reusable menstrual disc on a bathroom shelf with other eco products

My Honest Experience of Using the Hello Period Reusable Menstrual Disc

Posted on March 12, 2026March 12, 2026 by Emma Reed

I made the switch to reusable menstrual period products around 8 years ago after learning that most disposable options contain plastic, chemicals and bleach, which are neither good for your health or for the environment. I started out with reusable sanitary pads and couldn’t believe how easy they were to use, wash and reuse – where had these been all my life?! I then moved on to trying period pants, which I loved/love, and these are now my go-to reusable period product each month. However, there are still times when I need an alternative to a tampon, such as for holidays and swimming. Menstrual cups were widely talked about for years, and after trying several brands and struggling with size and comfort, I finally found the Ruby Cup which turned out to be the perfect cup for me. A few years later, I noticed that menstrual discs kept being mentioned online and I was intrigued. Could this be even more comfortable than a cup? Would the insertion and removal be less fiddly? I had to find out, and after a lot of research, I settled on purchasing the Hello Period Reusable Menstrual Disc. This is my honest experience and review of this product.

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A Sustainable Approach to Clearing a Family Home: Eco-Friendly Tips for Big Clearouts

Posted on March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 by Emma Reed

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Whether you are downsizing, helping an elderly relative transition into care, or dealing with the emotional task of a bereavement clearance, clearing out a family home is a monumental undertaking. It is physically exhausting and emotionally draining. But for those of us trying to live a more eco-conscious lifestyle, there is an added layer of stress: what happens to all the stuff?

When faced with decades of accumulated belongings, the easiest option is often to hire a massive skip and throw it all away. However, seeing usable furniture, textiles, and household goods head straight for the landfill goes against everything we strive for in sustainable living.

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