Teaching children to be aware of the world around them is a duty of every parent. This includes respecting the environment and living in a way that is sustainable. It is important to do our bit to take care of the environment as well as teaching younger generations how to follow. As young children, must…
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Iechyd Da @CF14: Eco-Friendly Shopping
Read moreReducing the amount of single use plastic we use is a hot topic at the moment. TV programmes such as the BBC’s War on the Plastic has done wonders in raising awareness of the problem that single use plastics cause. It also highlighted how we as a nation are being duped by big brands and…
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AD| 4 Ways to Make Your Home Eco-Friendly
Read moreYour house is your home. This is a universal truth, but the fact of the matter is that the Earth is your home, too. The planet is hurting because the people who inhabit it don’t care enough to take care of it and keep it clean the way they do in their own homes. However,…
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Simple Swaps for a Zero Waste Life #GIFTED
Read moreSomething my husband and I are keen to do this year is reduce the amount of single use plastic we use. You can read more about what we hope to achieve and how in our ‘A Zero Waste Journey‘ blog post. In this blog post I wanted to share with you some simple swaps that…
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Does community spirit still exist?
Read moreHow involved are you in your local community? When I was growing up I wasn’t involved in any activities to help my local community. However, things have changed for the better since I was a child, and we’re now more aware of the impact our actions can have on the environment. When I mention ‘social…
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Is Tap Water Good For You Children’s Health?
Read moreA lot of parents get caught up in the debate as to whether or not they should give their children tap water. Some people swear by it and say it’s cheaper than bottled water, and can actually provide some health benefits. Other people say that bottled water is the way forward as it’s naturally cleaner…
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Work around the Globe: A Global Comparison
Read moreI think it’s fair to say that the majority of the population work. I’ve worked ever since I was 16 and I’ve had various jobs with very different wages and working environments. I think that most employed people will do anything to make their working lives easier, but when you look at the infographic below…
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Creating an exciting environment for kids to play in
Read moreImage courtesy of marin/freedigitalphotos.net Creating an exciting and engaging environment for your children to play in is no doubt the ideal that all parents strive for. The reality for most, though, is that it can be quite difficult to achieve. Toys have a habit of spreading across a house and mums and dads are often…
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Baba+Boo Reusable Nappy Review and Competition
Read moreBaba+Boo was created in November 2009 after mum of two, Eve Bell realised she was always looking for unusual and quirky clothing and accessories for her children, but most of the items she liked were really expensive. Baba+Boo sell a range of reusable nappies, swim nappies, T-shirts, shoes and a few other pieces too. We…