I have a product in my home that I love, but find myself resenting the fact that I have to buy a proprietary refill for it. How about you? (There are actually a few I can think of!) It's not so much that I mind having to buy the refills, it's the exorbitant price I'm charged to do so. It's at times like these when my hidden, inner MacGyver comes … [Read more...]
Buying “Green” (and purple, orange, yellow…!)
Today's organic produce purchases! I've been trying really hard since my first baby was born to eat healthier... and that includes buying organic food whenever possible. Many people ask why I'd bother... yes, it is more expensive and a bit more difficult to find (although it's getting better), but the reasons are many. I won't go into *all* of … [Read more...]
Simple money-savers
My oldest loves popsicles. It doesn't matter what time of year, be it hot or cold outside, she just LOOOOVES them! I don't mind my kids eating sugar, but everything in moderation. Now, since most popsicles are pure sugar (and artificial colouring, but that's another story...), I try to get the 100% fruit juice pops at the grocery store. But let me … [Read more...]
Reuse & Recycle
If you're anything like me, your diaper bag is a MESS... not simply a cluttered bag, but a total and complete black hole. (And, with two kids, it only gets worse!) I almost resigned myself to the fact that it would always be that way - until I remembered a great tip from a mama friend of mine. She swore by using mini-organizers inside the … [Read more...]
Eco-Fabulous
As a mama who’s trying to be environmentally conscious, I appreciate finding resources and products that help me do just that. Here are a few that I love. Environmental Working Group (www.cosmeticsdatabase.com) This website came to my attention a few years ago and it’s been an invaluable tool for me… I can check the rating of any product I need … [Read more...]