A Big Guide To Cleaning Your House Without Toxins You know that feeling you get after you deep clean a small bathroom? Not the “Wow! Look at how the faucets sparkle! I did a darn good job!” feeling. The woozy one. The, “I’m a little out of breath and dizzy” feeling. The “oh, I should
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DIY Reusable, Non-Toxic Disinfecting Wipes
I’m about to get on a plane to fly across the country. And of course, we are in the midst of a global pandemic. I am not usually a germaphobe, but my mom sent this picture: And I have to admit, I panicked. Just a little. Well… maybe not panicked, but I did get a
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Five of My Favorite Natural Parenting Books for the Crunchy Mama
I am not sure what it is about being environmentally conscious that also makes us interested in natural childbirth, extended breastfeeding, and a gentler approach to children, but it seems like there is a definite overlap, at least in my experience. So, while this isn’t so much a place to read about natural parenting as
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How To Shop According To Your Values
When I first started Future:Standard in 2010, our about page stated: “WE DO NOT COMPROMISE ON STYLE AND DO NOT THINK OUR VALUES SHOULD GET IN THE WAY OF LOOKING GREAT.” Our entire philosophy was that you didn’t have to sacrifice your values or your style and that the two can co-exist. At the time,
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How to Be Content With What You Have
Being content with what you have is one of the easiest ways to buy less (and just generally be happier). It is also a start to shopping ethically. — When I first started my ethical fashion journey, I kept buying at the same speed that I always did. I bought clothes and shoes for every
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Yes, I’ve Fallen for Greenwashing
Yes, I have been Greenwashed. This is How I Avoid it Now. I have been greenwashed. Maybe you have too. I am not afraid to admit that yes, I have been greenwashed. I bought brands with words like “organic,” “green,” and “all-natural” without really investigating what these words mean and what else the product contained.