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Celebrating Ten Years of the Best Eco-Friendly Products from Live Clean

While Canada is gearing up to celebrate its 150th birthday, one of my favourite Canadian companies, Live Clean, is celebrating a birthday of its own! 2017 marks ten years since Live Clean debuted its first six eco-friendly shampoos and conditioners to Canadians and while the product line has expanded, the company’s values have stayed the

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Soothe Your Soul with Natural Scents of Avalon Organics Hair and Body Care-Giveaway

There are a lot of things that I love about organic products, but one of my very favourite reasons for choosing organic when possible is the smell. A chemically-created scent is very hit-and-miss for me; some smell great while others make me feel dizzy and nauseous. But the natural scents of organic products never make

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Save Money and the Earth with New Live Clean Hand Soap 1L Refill Bottles-Giveaway

This weekend, the world celebrated Earth Day, a day to appreciate nature and to make a commitment to protect the earth for future generations. I’ve always been a believer that small actions can make a big difference so to me, Earth Day is a time to plan small ways I can help make the world

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Live Clean Holiday Hand Soaps Will Make the Holidays Merry and Bright-Giveaway

I love so much about the holiday season. The sights, the sounds, and even the scents! And to help you enjoy a little touch of Christmas all day long, Live Clean, one of my very favourite personal care brands, is once again offering two deliciously-scented holiday hand soaps for a limited time only! The Live

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Kids Are Always Picture Perfect and Ready to Play with Peekaboo Beans

When it comes to clothes for kids, there’s no shortage of options these days. Boys and girls alike can head to school sporting anything from discount finds to designer brands. As a fashion fan, I’ve splurged on my fair share of trendy threads for Zackary and Benjamin. But there was always something missing from any

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Treat Skin to the Soothing Scent of New Live Clean Vanilla Oatmeal Products-Giveaway

When it comes to appealing scents for body care products, I’ve always been in love with vanilla. The sweet, soothing aroma creates the perfect relaxing experience whether I’m scrubbing up in the shower, softening my skin with lotion or even just washing my hands before cooking supper. And when I can enjoy that scent without

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Give Your Family Some ATTITUDE with Sun Care and Night Products Made with Worry-Free Ingredients

Even though there are times I need to use harsher products in my household, I always prefer using naturally-based products. It’s partly because they’re a better choice for the environment, but much more so because I feel that they’re the safest choice for my family. When I can replace a poisonous cleaner or a chemical-filled

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Discover Live Clean’s Most Popular Products for the Whole Family-Giveaway

It’s no secret that I love Live Clean products. From haircare to skincare and baby products to body oils, the company is always innovating to provide the best and most effective earth-friendly products for the whole family. But with so many great new collections, it can be easy to forget about the tried-and-true Live Clean

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Take the #SCJZeroWaste Challenge and See How Small Changes Can Make a Difference

Over the last few years, I’ve done a lot of work to minimize the waste that my household produces. It started with recycling my cardboard and plastic, and immediately I was amazed by how much waste I was keeping out of the garbage bin. Then I started composting and minimized the weekly garbage even more.

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Get Ready To Pack Lunches Kids Will Love with Nude Food Movers (formerly Boomerang)

The new school year is creeping up faster than I would like, but I have to admit that there’s one part of the back-to-school season I absolutely love…shopping for new school gear! And lunch gear has always been a personal favourite of mine. Gone are the days of squished sandwiches in plastic bags and paper

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Children Will Love Washing Up this Summer with New Live Clean Kids Products-Giveaway

Warm weather is here to stay for another year and that means that my boys are spending a lot of time outdoors now. While I love all the extra physical activity that they’re getting, there’s something else that I have to deal with as a result of all that outdoor play…dirt! Like most kids, Zackary

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Enjoy Pretty and Eco-Friendly Nails with SOPHi by Piggy Paint Nail Polish

A few years ago, I discovered Piggy Paint, a non-toxic and eco-friendly children’s nail polish. I had a blast testing out the colours with my nieces and appreciated the fact that they weren’t being exposed to potentially harmful chemicals. In fact, I couldn’t help but wish there was an adult version of the polish that

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Nourish Your Hair with New Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner-Giveaway

I’ve loved coconut ever since I was a child. In fact, I used to sprinkle it on top of cereal in place of sugar in the mornings and often have a spoonful straight out of the package for a quick afternoon snack. But it wasn’t until I was an adult that I learned more about

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Fashion is Eco-Friendly with the Stylish Bags and Purses from Canopy Verde

Eco-friendly is a word that I think about a lot when it comes to things like food or cleaning products. But I must admit it’s not a word I’ve thought about much when it comes to personal care items like the bamboo products from Ecoy, or when it comes to fashion accessories. So, when I

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Nourish Your Skin Gently with the New Live Clean Fresh Face Collection-Giveaway

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of the naturally sourced skin, hair and body care products from Live Clean. And part of the reason I love the brand so much is that it’s always coming up with new innovations. The recently launched Live Clean Fresh Face collection is a perfect example and I

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Nature’s Path EnviroKidz Cereal Makes Breakfast Delicious, Healthy and Eco-Friendly-Giveaway

When it comes to breakfast, I really can’t go wrong giving my boys cereal. They love almost any variety of cold breakfast cereal and as an added bonus for me, Zackary is old enough now to pour out cereal and milk for himself and his brother! But when I’m choosing breakfast cereal for my boys,

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Take the #WeledaHairDare with New Weleda Oat Replenishing Hair Care-Giveaway

I absolutely love discovering new bath and beauty products and when those products are made with natural ingredients, that’s even better. I have a few different hair care lines that I love but with my long hair, I never miss a chance to try new shampoo and conditioner just in case I discover something I

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Saving Money and the Environment with LED Lighting Options from Home Depot

As of January, 2014, the Canadian government banned the manufacturing, importing and sale of incandescent light bulbs. The move was made in an attempt to create a more eco-friendly society, but it meant that I had to look at my lighting options and do some upgrading. Home Depot came to my rescue by offering me

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Surprise Your Honey with a Sustainable JORD Wood Watch this Valentine’s Day-Giveaway

If you’re looking for an original gift for your sweetheart this year, a stunning and unique wooden watch from JORD is a gift that’s sure to make a statement. These beautiful watches are made with a selection of different woods from all over the world to create a look that is unique, stylish and sustainable.

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Babies will Have Dishes for Every Meal with the thinkbaby Complete BPA-Free Feeding Set from Paperless Kitchen-Giveaway

Babies are so much fun to shop for, especially at Christmas. And this year, one of the best gifts for a new baby that I’ve found is the thinkbaby Complete BPA-Free Feeding Set from Paperless Kitchen. I’ve featured the eco-friendly cleaning supplies from Paperless Kitchen on the site in the past, but this online boutique

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Parents and Little Girls Will Both Love the Eco-Friendly Nail Polish from Piggy Paint-Giveaway

One of the gifts that almost every little girl gets excited about is makeup, since it gives younger girls a chance to feel like grown-ups. But so many sets designed for little girls feature cheap, harsh cosmetics that don’t work well and contain questionable ingredients. That’s why I’ve been a long-time fan of Piggy Paint

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Look Your Best and Pamper Your Skin with Natural Cosmetics from Mia Mariu-Giveaway

I am a little bit makeup obsessed and love trying new colours and brands of products to keep my look current. But I also have quite finicky skin, so when I choose makeup, it has to be from a brand that offers gentle, natural ingredients that nourish. I have a few favourites already, but finding

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Make an Eco-Friendly Change for the Better with GroVia Cloth Diapers-Giveaway

I know a lot of mothers-to-be that contemplate whether to choose cloth or disposable diapers.  For me, it was never a question; I simply wasn’t prepared to do the work it took to use cloth diapers.  Sure, I’ve spent countless dollars on disposable diapers over the years, but I was sure that the simplicity of

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Keep Snacks, Crumbs and Mess Contained with Itzy Ritzy Resuable Snack Bags-Giveaway

When I was in Chicago recently, I had the chance to connect with some of the people at Itzy Ritzy. This trendy eco-concious company specializes in producing high-quality, eco-friendly reusable bags for everything from snacks to sandwiches and as a big fan of green products, I was eager to see what they were like. Itzy

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Earth Rescue Cleaning Products Get Rid of Dirt Naturally

My love of eco-friendly cleaning products is something I’ve spoken about often. I don’t like poisonous chemicals in my house and so I’m always looking for great eco-friendly products that still power through dirt and grime. While I appreciate products that are safe for the environment, the truth is that I’m actually far more concerned

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Get Ready for the Beach with the June LittleEcoFootprint Subscription Box

One of the highlights of the month for me is always receiving the latest LittleEcoFootprint subscription box full of eco-friendly products for mom and baby. In May, the company celebrated mothers with a great collection of indulgent goodies just for Mom and in June, LittleEcoFootprint decided to celebrate summer with a special Beach Time Fun

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Make Time for Bath Time Bonding With Douce Mousse Products from La Coursiere-Giveaway

There are so many ways to bond with a new baby but my favorite is definitely bath time.  Baby’s bath is something you can easily rush through with an all-purpose wash, a quick drying and a fresh sleeper, but as a busy mother I like to make a special point of slowing the whole process

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A Special Mother’s Day Subscription Box from LittleEcoFootprint Lets Moms Unwind

Us Moms work hard and that’s why getting to relax and indulge on Mother’s Day is always such a treat. LittleEcoFootprint, the company that delivers monthly subscription boxes of eco-friendly baby products right to your door, understands that. That’s why last month the LittleEcoFootprint boxes focused exclusively on moms for a change! I was so

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Protect Your Skin from the Sun with New Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen-Giveaway

Today is Sunscreen Protection Day and I have to admit that as much as I understand the importance of sun safety, I am leery about some commercial sunscreens. I don’t like exposing my boys to harsh chemicals any more than I have to and since there are great natural sunscreens available, I prefer using them

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Kids Love Playing with Timeless Wooden Games from Blue Orange Games-Giveaway

As much as my boys love fancy, electronic toys and games, it’s invariably the more simple and classic activities that become their favourites. I love seeing how much Zackary and Benjamin enjoy sitting down to play a board game or act out a story with their favourite toys and I always love finding new games

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LittleEcoFootprint April Subscription Box has Green Cleaning, Organic Snacks and More!

Receiving a box of goodies from LittleEcoFootprint has quickly become one of the highlights of my month. Discovering new eco-friendly brands for my family is so much fun and the surprise of not knowing what I’ll receive makes the boxes even better! April was quite easily one of my favourite boxes thus far; I couldn’t

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Squishy Snak Pak Pouches Make Eco-Friendly Lunches Easier-Giveaway

My boys absolutely love fruit puree pouches. These convenient sealed pouches first appeared as an alternative to the glass jar from baby food companies, but older children loved the squeezable pouches so much that it wasn’t long before companies started creating fruit snack pouches especially designed for older children too! Zackary and Benjamin both love

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Live Clean (baby) is Supporting Earth Day with Seven New Eco-Friendly Products-Giveaway

To me, one of the biggest motivations in supporting environmental initiatives such as Earth Day is that it helps to ensure a safe and healthy world for my children. So what better day than Earth Day could there be to share the news about the brand new products that have recently been added to the

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Celebrate Earth Day with Eco-Friendly GE Lighting Bright from the Start CFL Bulbs

It’s Earth Day and there’s no better time of the year to make changes to your life and your household that will help protect the environment for future generations! This year, GE Lighting wants to help you “see the light” when it comes to making your household more eco-friendly. And the best part is that

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Get Your Hands Ready for Spring with New Live Clean Hand Creams-Giveaway

I love the extensive line of hair, body and baby skincare products from Live Clean because they’re plant derived, made with certified organic botanicals and free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil and petroleum. And now Live Clean has introduced a new line of Hand Creams to help get your winter-damaged hands feeling soft, smooth and

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Tasty Snacks, Art Supplies and Gentle Skincare in the March LittleEcoFootprint Subscription Box

I love discovering new eco-friendly products for my family, which is why I love LittleEcoFootprint. Near the end of March I received my second box of eco-friendly baby products from LittleEcoFootprint and I couldn’t wait to open it. These boxes are an absolute steal at just $25 including shipping since each one contains up to

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Protect Baby’s Delicate Skin and Nourish Your Hair with Organic Products from Boo Bamboo

I love eco-friendly hair and body care products because they’re as kind to my skin and hair as they are to the environment. I’ve had a chance to try a few different eco-friendly personal care products over the last few years, but one of the things that really gets me excited about the recent revolution

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Baby Organic Joy Offers Signature Custom-Made Gift Sets for Your Little One-Giveaway

Over the last few weeks I’ve shared a bit of information about Baby Organic Joy and its eco-friendly products for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Now Baby Organic Joy want you to have the chance to check out some of its products for yourself, so the company is hosting three amazing giveaways of some of its

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Thirteen Easy Ways to Get Your Family to Go Green

With Earth Day just behind us, there’s no better time to sit down with your family and pop in the Discovery Channel’s breathtaking documentary Planet Earth. It follows fascinating, breathtaking, and intimate views of animals and the natural beauty that our earth has to offer. While watching is probably the best part, these documentaries should

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Seventh Generation’s New Natural 4X Laundry Detergent is Eco-Friendly Inside and Out

It’s almost Earth Day and thinking about ways that I can minimize my family’s impact on the earth are filling my head. It’s not hard to find eco-friendly products for our homes these days; every major brand seems to have its own earth-conscious line of products. Some companies, however, aren’t just providing products to embrace

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Nature Clean Automatic Dishwasher Pacs and Dishwasher Rinse Agent-Review

I’ve had more than one opportunity to review the amazing cleaning products from Nature Clean and I’ve been impressed every time. A few of the company’s items are absolute staples in our household, namely the Lavender and Warm Vanilla Air Freshener and the Laundry Liquid. So of course, I am always excited when I get

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EcoMom Episencial Sunny Sunscreen SPF-35

Earth-Fest 2010-Giveaway #1-Happy Earth Day! As I watch the world continue to develop, I can’t help but feel that basic necessities like food, clothing and shelter are becoming increasingly contaminated by chemicals and pollutants. Grocery stores are full of genetically modified food. Electronic devices in our homes give off cancer-causing VOCs. Good old cotton, one

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