How to Compost
As people begin to be more environmentally and economically conscious, composting is becoming more and more popular. However, for many it’s still a new concept.If you’re interested in learning more about this green practice, here are a few composting basics to get you started. More »
Shop Green
Shopping for eco-friendly items? Visit our directory of green online retailers. More »
Our Story and Why We Eat to Fight Cancer- Part 1: Berries
This is the first in a series of posts on eating to fight cancer, a topic that is very close to our family’s heart. We will be featuring ten foods that have cancer fighting properties with an explanation of what those properties are and a favourite recipe of ours that includes cancer fighting ingredients. More »
How to Kill Weeds Naturally
You don’t have to pour hazardous chemicals onto your yard or garden to kill weeds. Using natural weed killers means the weeds, not you, get poisoned! Here are some ideas of how to rid your yard of weeds without the health risks associated with synthetic weed killers. More »
All Natural Home Remedies for Hay Fever
Unfortunately for allergy sufferers there is more than one hay fever season. Spring, late summer, and fall all feature different irritating pollens. Hay fever symptoms can include runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, sneezing, coughing, “tickle” in the throat or chest, and even skin rashes. More »
Winner of the BornFree BPA Free Baby Bottle Twin Pack
Congratulations to Janine of Alternative Housewife, commenter number 76! Janine has won the BornFree BPA free twin pack of baby bottles.Janine, I'll be e-mailing you for your mailing address.Thanks everyone for the
Ideas for an Eco Friendly Birthday Party for Kids
Birthday parties nowadays are often lavish and extravagant, even when they are for children. The birthday boy or girl often ends up with many toys that they don’t need and will never
Choosing Voluntary Simplicity Over Consumerism
brought to you by Mom's Green Shopping ListRecent studies show that at least 10% of the adult population are consciously exploring various types of simple living or “voluntary simplicity.”For some people living
New: Weekly "Green Link Round Up"
There are so many useful articles and guides that I come across during the week that I want to share with everyone. Rather than write a post for each one I've decided
Are Your Household Cleaners Safe?
There are few things more frightening than the thought of a child making his or her way into your household cleaning supplies. That's why it's so important to find alternative ways to clean our homes without jeopardizing
Help the Environment and Yourself by Eating Less Meat
In Canada, red meat consumption is estimated at approximately 52.5 lbs/per person annually. In the U.S., Americans consume approximately 67 lbs/each, of beef alone, per year. That's a lot of living, breathing animals that need
