Yes to Carrots: More Pampering Mom Oct 10th

I am a shampoo hound. I think I have mentioned that before. Anything that has to do with me, in the bathroom, in the water, alone….I’m game ... the light ended, because it had heavy duty cleaning. When you got out of the shower, it really did make ... to producing high-quality and affordable products that truly [more...]

Date: 2008-10-02 01:46:08

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Everyone Loves a Freebie

permalink I’ve created a large list of freebies/promotions I’ve heard from either the television, friends and the internet ... received and some are on their way. Everything from cereal to house cleaning products. Another note ... , you simply will not get anything) Second, create a fake email / spam email. (when companies ask [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 02:25:15

Great Green Giveaway: Ecostore USA

What better way to start the second full week of the new year than with a great review and giveaway for some helpful green home and beauty ... -based household cleaning products are as effective as the leading supermarket brands, and their body ... and plant-based ingredients (making it ideal for washing your and your children’s clothing-no chemical [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 08:38:18

Breaking The Sugar Habit

Breaking the Sugar Habit a huge thank you for nutritionist Barb Lagoni for this wonderful information One of the biggest challenges of eating healthy is removing simple carbohydrates,sugars and empty-calorie snacks from our diet. Sweets, snacks, chips, pasta, crackers, pretzels, potatoes, rice, soda pop and juices are just not good for us [more...]

Date: 2008-10-30 11:14:32

The Emperor's New Products

As an admitted project-flitter, it's always interesting to look back on my past mania ... . Yes, green cleaners and organic food cost more, but how can you put a price tag on healthy, earth ... . For approximately the same price at Costco you can get three industrial-sized boxes of Bounce. I'm no math [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 01:32:38

Moving From Rhetoric to Reality: Clean, Green Jobs

This article was written by Joel Makower in March 2008. We're republishing it here as part of our month-long editorial retrospective. The promise of the green economy and the clean-tech revolution is that they will bring a new wave of job opportunities — productive and respectable jobs at every part of the economic spectrum, [more...]

Date: 2008-09-30 17:48:20

Ecolab cuts 1,000 jobs, stock shoots up

Ecolab Inc.'s stock rose more than 5 percent Thursday morning, one day after it announced major job and cost cutting actions.St. Paul-based Ecolab ( ... are in "non-customer facing areas." Employees were told of the layoffs Wednesday.The cleaning products manufacturer also said it’s speeding up a cost-cutting plan to reduce the number of products it [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 01:30:00

Review: Baby Girl Products (contest and review, 29th)

When I was searching for things that would be neat to have for our green month here at Momdot, my Mom told me about a couple of local girls (in the Tampa area) that had created these all natural, non chemical, earth friendly cleaning ... a glass cleaner and an all purpose cleaner at my house for myself to review!  What service [more...]

Date: 2008-09-24 19:45:56

Natural Teeth Whitening Alternatives

Natural Teeth Whitening Alternatives Most people will agree that having a brilliant white smile is complimentary to their appearance ... at some time or another. Using natural teeth whitening products is a simple, inexpensive way ... to go to a dentist for professional bleaching products, which usually contain peroxide to bleach [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 12:34:19

The Little Green Schoolhouse

The sixth-graders in Marti Goldstone’s science class at Horace Mann Elementary are working on a project that could save their D.C. public school a lot of money. They are conducting an energy audit of their entire school. They calculate how much energy each classroom, gym, cafeteria, office, etc [more...]

Date: 2008-12-03 11:00:17

Autism Could be Linked to Environment?

Autism is a mysterious disease that has dramatically increased in recent years and only speculations as to why ... in our household cleaning products that could also be contributing. Regardless of the fact that little research ... Chemicals in household products The exact results of the study were that less than half of the increase [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:34:02

Organic Remedies for Diaper Rash

Diaper rash is one of the most common conditions affecting babies at some point in their new lives. It may appear on a baby’s tender buttocks, inside of the thighs, or any other area generally covered by diapers. Diaper rash can affect not only the baby but the whole family with excessive crying, sleep disturbances, [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 23:41:04

The Making of a Green Mom - Brooke Shields

When you make choices to live better, greener, more organic, it's not always so clear-cut; that is, ... through the night, and put her in the environmentally-friendly kind during the day? You do all you can but there are particulars to your own life that you must respect. I've changed all our products [more...]

Date: 2009-01-05 20:47:00

Pet Advice - Pet News - Pet Photos

Stop Your Pet From Peeving You OffDr. Debbye Turner Bell - CBS Morning ShowEach new year, we make resolutions to break bad habits, but what about our furry family members?Sometimes their behavior can be destructive and annoying. So what can you do?We all love our dogs and cats and think they are the smartest creatures on earth [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 13:08:00

Review: Nilaa Silk Acne Neem Mask

The Secrets of ancient Indian beauty formulas are unearthed in the hidden hills of Topanga, California ... and Jensen with a passion for organic skin care, have formulated eight amazing products ... that are offered in most other lines. Nilaa Silk's products provide an organic barrier against pollution [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 00:49:00

FEELING GOOD AT HOME

“With the cut in interest rates, the savings on your mortgage may be better invested in the home than the bank.”“Buying curtains, putting up shelves and choosing colours really make your house a home.”RENOVATINGAND EXTENDINGWith the housing market so slow, many people are considering renovating or extending rather than moving [more...]

Date: 2009-01-17 16:12:00

An Interview with Pierogi Picnic

Pierogi Picnic uses eco-friendly, cruelty-free, recycled materials that are re-used and re-fashioned into clothes and accessories that are bright, bold and sassy. With a passion for fashion and activism, Pierogi Picnic also gives back 5% of its monthly profits to the V-Day Foundation, a global movement to stop violence against women and girls [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 23:06:02

Who’s Who in Green: Ed Begley, Jr.

Actor Ed Begley, Jr. is well known for roles like that of Dr. Victor Erlich in St ... unusual at the time. He’s a longtime vegan, has been driving an electric car for decades and uses low ... or in his electric car. He’s unapologetic about his decidedly un-Hollywood 2-bedroom 1 ½-bath home, which i [more...]

Date: 2008-11-15 11:45:39

Pet News - Pet Advice - Pet Photos

Advice for Pet Ownersby Arden Moore - Washington PostInexpensive Pet CareWhen money is less available, humans aren't the only species that suffer. Financial setbacks often effect the companions we love most -- pets. But animal expert Arden Moore can give advice on how to provide your pet with sufficient care without going into debt [more...]

Date: 2009-01-11 17:45:00

Lifestyle - The Starre Behind Eco Chick

Starre Vartan, founder and editor of the green lifestyle website Eco Chick, is one of our favorite go-to girls for sustainable practices ... and eggs from a farm about two miles from my house, and using only non-toxic cleaning products ... of cleaning products can I use without breaking the bank? The book answers these questions and isn't [more...]

Date: 2008-10-17 09:00:00

Clorox Cleans Up with Green Cleaning Products

The Clorox Green Works line has been a contentious topic for the susty crowd in recent months due to Sierra Club’s endorsement ... when more people have the chance to buy green cleaning products from a line they trust, others say Sierra ... from traditional cleaning products rather than the eco-alternatives. Clorox managed to create [more...]

Date: 2008-10-14 19:20:51

20% off at Soleado Casa!

ecochick's personal choice of household cleaners are the ones from Soleado Casa. Their organic, natural cleaning supplies really, really work ... me look forward to cleaning. Almost. For the month of January, if you enter the code JANSALE ... Scrub. Or perhaps a set of four microfiber cleaning cloths. Or you can explore their awesome lines [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 02:11:50

Giveaways 1/13

Not much to talk about today, other than the fact that it is taking a lot of will power to make good eating choices ... II bag of your choice from Pretty Green bag - Enter here - ENDS JAN 15Momma Findings - basket of Cold-EEZE and Organix products - Enter here - ENDS JAN 15Life Starring Ellie and Eve - A Tooth Tunes Jr [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 16:42:00

Baby Development - UC Berkeley Studies Find Longer Maternity Leave results in Fewer C-Sections and Increased Breastfeeding

Splash Bottle Drying Rack - Poppy SPLASH is a modern bottle drying rack that is the perfect addition to any kitchen. Its space saving circular design keeps all of baby’s feeding accessories off the counter, and the included brush makes cleaning quick and easy. The unique shelf is perfect for nipples, straw [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 18:42:02

Houseplants: Fresh Air From a Pot!

Photo by madaise via Flickr During the winter months, when it is really cold outside, ... up in the house. That is why we see a decline in our indoor air quality during the winter.  For short periods of time, that’s not really a problem.  But, long term exposure to poor indoor air quality can result [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 16:00:52

Book Review :: Green Goes With Everything

I have been trying to read a novel since the latter part of summer. Usually I read a few during summer and I did, but once back to school time hit this one has been neglected. I find I am reading way more on the internet these days and that has replaced my put my feet up and nestle with a good book time [more...]

Date: 2008-10-26 08:27:15

Walmart Deals - Updated 1/11

Here's the deal-io at Wal-mart.... just remember it may vary a little from store to store. The prices aren't the same nationwide! And of course... if you see a mistake, or know of another great deal LET ME KNOW!! :) I'll even give you credit! :) You may find it helpful to print out and carry a copy of the Walmart corporate coupon policy with you [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 02:52:20

Walmart Deals -Updated 1/18

Here's the deal-io at Wal-mart.... just remember it may vary a little from store to store. The prices aren't the same nationwide! And of course... if you see a mistake, or know of another great deal LET ME KNOW!! :) I'll even give you credit! :) You may find it helpful to print out and carry a copy of the Walmart corporate coupon policy with you [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 18:15:00

GET Green - Organic Car Care

Green seems to be everyone’s favorite color now-a-days ... products that promise to save the environment. “Organic” has become a buzzword in everything from food to laundry detergent. Not wanting to fall behind, the car care industry has seen a few “green” [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 23:56:56

Novena Maternal Skincare: Lotions and Potions For Pregnant Mamas

  Taking good care of my skin has always been important to me ... in May and I feel so fortunate to have discovered Novena.Unlike other chemical-based maternity ... works wonders for deep cleaning and balancing. Tangerine Cocoa Butter Belly Cream is for preventing [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 07:30:00

Swanky Dog Hotel?

Proposed Bill: Humans, Pets Buried in Single GraveBy Chantal Anderson - Seattle Times staff reporterSen. Ken Jacobsen and his cat Sam that died several years ago. The Seattle Democrat has filed a bill that would allow the commingling of human and pet remains. Forget the notion that dogs are man's best friend. To Sen [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 15:00:00

How did I come to be an eco-friendly designer?

Breaking with my standard format of reporting design trends, ... environment such as dust, cleaning chemicals and paint fumes, pet dander, mold, etc. Naturally I always ask ... the cushions in their sofa. The availability of paints and finishes that are low or zero VOC [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 21:05:00

I’ve Switched to Non-Toxic Cleaners: Do I Still Need Poision Controls Number?

Absolutely. Non-toxic cleaners are the far better, safer choice in household cleaning ... - what if my child were to get into it, swallow it/drink it? How non-toxic is it really, as far as having to call 911, etc…? I mean, you still have to call a doctor, right? Even though it is “non-toxic” [more...]

Date: 2008-09-12 03:44:23

Ecostore USA Review and Giveaway!

"Green" never smelled so good!That was my first impression when we used a bottle of Baby Sleepytime Bath from Ecostore USA! It smelled awesome! ... " product would be like.These were:1. That "green" products would have little or no fragrance since a lot of chemicals are used in adding fragrance to products.and2. That "green" cleaning products wouldn't [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 13:55:00

An Introduction to Watkins by Guest Linda Carter

You may or may not be familiar with Watkins -- we've been around for 140 years now, ... of all-natural, chemical-free, plant-based personal and home care -- beauty products (hand and foot creams, shampoo, day and night creams, and more)and cleaning products, a unique line of supplements [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 15:51:00

Organic Cleaning

Organic Cleaning Tips: Don't Pollute While you Clean! Everyday we clean some aspect of our living environment ... salt and rub it into the board. 3.) When it is Time to Clean and Polish your Stainless Steel ... the Refrigerator Instead of grabbing for the bleach or the 409 cleaner, try an organic cleaning method instead [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 13:12:33

Mixt Greens: San Francisco "Eco-Gourmet" Restaurant is a Marriage of Gourmet and Green

With an hour for lunch and a growling stomach, what's the most important thing about a quick service restaurant billing itself as "eco-gourmet"? "Gourmet" of course. You can't eat "eco". Mixt Greens, with three locations in downtown San Francisco, has been committed to running a sustainable operation since its founding in 2006 [more...]

Date: 2008-12-16 00:50:34

Clorox Greenworks Leads Market One Year later- I told You So!

Just about one year ago, Clorox launched their entry into the green and natural cleaning products category with Greenworks ... the company launched its Green Works line of natural cleaning products, the brand has established itself ... sold their products to natural stores suddenly have the opportunity to enter the big chains [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 16:17:08

10 Steps to an Organic Bedroom

10 Steps to an Organic, Non-Toxic Bedroom January 14, 2009Did you know that you are sleeping on a mattress soaked in ROACH POISON? If you have a new mattress then you are!!! Mattresses are required to be flame-proof, and so the BIG MATTRESS companies are loading them up with Formaldehyde, Antimony (Arsenic), Boric Acid (Roach Poison) [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 04:05:44

Eco-Me Giveaway Closed

Eco-me is giving 2 lucky readers a sampling of products! ... do-it-yourself kits that are good for you and the environment, too. We created a line of cleaning kits to help people make their own natural, non-toxic, chemical-free products. In March of 2005 [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 02:27:01

What Should An Eco Entrepreneur Do When The Big Boys Go Green?

What Should An Eco Entrepreneur Do When The Big Boys Go Green?: Recent headlines may give eco entrepreneurs a reason to worry! ... for green brands smaller companies which once only sold their products to natural stores suddenly ... appears to be paying off: A year after the company launched its Green Works line of natural cleaning [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 17:16:17

Cleansing diet to better health and slimness?

Can you lose custody of your children by packing an “unhealthy” lunch or giving them junkfood? Can a detox diet help make us slim like Gywneth? Do herbal teas, sea algae wraps from France, and those foot detox patches clear the toxins from our bodies and keep us healthier? [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 00:45:00

Trader Joes in Oak Park IL - My Favorite Foods

Trader Joes in Oak Park IL - My Favorite Foods [ trader joe's logo, red, white, background, images, photos, food strores, grocery, organic, ... to live green and earth friendly lifestyles at the same time. We want really tasty enjoyable food but we want it to be good-for-us at the same time. We also like elegant new products but don’t want to spend [more...]

Date: 2009-01-12 16:32:48

When it comes to packaging, Trader Joe's can do better.

As much as I love the product variety at Trader Joe's, I hate the packaging waste. ... is organic? Trader Joe's offers a good selection of organic milk, eggs and butter. Its cleaning products ... does itself and its customers a disservice, especially in these lean and green times [more...]

Date: 2009-01-13 15:02:54

Herbarium of skin care - herbal extract to skin

There are many herbs available that can take care of your skin as a mother delivers her baby. Herbal products created and carefully prepared skin care soothe dry areas and balance ... way of life. Healthy diet is the key to all these problems in the way of life. With organic oils [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 07:44:53

Do It Yourself Colon Cleansing - Natural Cure to Detoxify Your Body

One method of colon cleansing that can be gone through easily is ‘do it yourself colon cleansing’ treatment ... natural cures and holistic healing cult. Here, colon cleansing is one of emerging trend ... cleaning yourself or wants to try colon cleansing; a do it yourself colon cleansing is better than [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 07:46:06

Jenny McCarthy Goes Too Good with Her Non-Toxic Children’s Line

This is a guest post by Kelly Duneavy, a reporter for MarinScopes newspapers ... these beliefs with non-toxic linens, toys, cleaning products and gluten-free food and drinks. While ... , Too Good by Jenny, next Spring. The line will be focused on providing children with safe, non-toxic [more...]

Date: 2008-09-12 15:09:40

The MonaVie Acai Berry Super Fruit Juice - Mona Vie Scam?

Review of MonaVie and The Acai Berry Fruit Juice Company’s Health and Marketing Claims MonaVie. Mona Vie ... negative commentary I can sling at the MonaVie product in terms of taste alone, but the outrageously ... . The product’s been featured on the Food Network and on daytime talk shows for women like the Rachel Ray [more...]

Date: 2008-12-30 04:13:33

Safe House Hold Cleaning Products - A Must For Your Home

We began our week with the tragic news of the Travolta families loss ... our gentle cleaning alternatives.  But our favourite alternative is the Murchison Hume range, now available ... .  But cleaning with vinegar, bi-carb and lemon juice can be an inconvenient option.  The Murchison [more...]

Date: 2009-01-10 02:53:35

Worldchanging Interview: Kevin Danaher of the Global Citizen Center

This article was written by Britt Bravo in January 2007. We're republishing it here as part of our month-long editorial retrospective. Kevin Danaher is the co-founder of the nonprofit Global Exchange which co-sponsors the Green Festivals with Co-op America [more...]

Date: 2008-09-11 21:50:45

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