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  • Decreasing Exposure To  BPA-Take the Challenge

    Decreasing Exposure To BPA-Take the Challenge

    Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother Ideas Inspired by: Woman’s World (February 20, 2012 Edition Have you been reading articles lately concerning BPA (bisphenol-A), and it’s dangers? What is BPA?  It is a chemical that can be found in plastic containers and canned foods. Recently, I ditched all of our plastic containers into the recycling bins [...]

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    | February 17, 2012 | 2 Comments
  • The Morning Battle With The Sweatshirt: Living With Sensory Integration Disorder

    The Morning Battle With The Sweatshirt: Living With Sensory Integration Disorder

    Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother This morning was rough for Liam and I. He did not want to wear his sweatshirt. “It is too rough. Take it off now. It is bothering me”. He was jumping up and down, and screaming. Not another tantrum, I thought to myself.  I am sure our neighbors were well [...]

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    | February 16, 2012 | 6 Comments
  • What Dangers Are Lurking in Your Cosmetics?

    What Dangers Are Lurking in Your Cosmetics?

    Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother If you are female, chances are you are using cosmetics. Recent studies have been demonstrating the dangers of toxins that can be found in many conventional brands. The research is also demonstrating that these brands can be harmful to your health. Have you read the labels on your cosmetic packaging [...]

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    | February 15, 2012 | 6 Comments
  • How To Become More Eco Friendly At Home

    How To Become More Eco Friendly At Home

    Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother Are you a “newbie” to the “green world”? Are you already green? Or are you just looking for new ways on becoming greener? There are many fun and creative ways that you can implement green living into your life without destroying your budget. I have put together a few simple [...]

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    | February 11, 2012 | 5 Comments
  • My Favorite Book-The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cook Book

    My Favorite Book-The Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cook Book

    Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother This book has been my savior with my experience with the gluten-free, casein-free diet. As most of you know, two of my boys have been diagnosed with Sensory Integration Disorder. This book explains everything you need to know if this diet needs to be a part of your life. I [...]

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    | January 31, 2012 | 0 Comments

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Green for Life [Paperback]

Green for Life [Paperback]

  Green for Life [Paperback] Product Details Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: North Atlantic Books; 1 edition (October 5, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 155643930X ISBN-13: 978-1556439308 Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches Book Description Publication Date: October 5, 2010 Everyone knows they need to eat more fruits and vegetables, but consuming even the minimum [...]

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all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit

all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit

ACAI Fat Burn #3 all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit, Apple Cider, and more for Weight Loss and fat burner Product Features Pure Brazilian ACAI with other ingredients that help burn fat and lose weight in a natural way. antioxidant qualities. Enhances a healthy Diet 180 capsules, 3 Months nutrition, helpful for weight [...]

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The Benefits of Using Unbleached Coffee Filters

The Benefits of Using Unbleached Coffee Filters

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother During a recent trip to my local grocery store, I discovered coffee filters that were made from 100% natural beige paper. For as long as I can remember, I have been purchasing bleached, white coffee filters. I had no idea of the dangers hidden behind these. From now on, I [...]

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Green Mom

Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother Mothers Day is just around the corner. It will be celebrated on Sunday, May 13th 2012 by mom’s all over the world. What is so special about Mother’s Day? It is the day that is officially marked on my calendar that acknowledges my heroic super powers, unconditional, never ending love [...]

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About Breastfeeding

About Breastfeeding

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother The decision to breastfeed your baby is a personal decision that only you can make. You need to evaluate your life situation, and determine if breastfeeding is right for you and your baby. We all come from different walks of life, and each and every one of us is unique. [...]

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What Dangers Are Lurking in Your Cosmetics?

What Dangers Are Lurking in Your Cosmetics?

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother If you are female, chances are you are using cosmetics. Recent studies have been demonstrating the dangers of toxins that can be found in many conventional brands. The research is also demonstrating that these brands can be harmful to your health. Have you read the labels on your cosmetic packaging [...]

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Green Kids

Dairy Free: The Experiment

Dairy Free: The Experiment

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother A while back, I wrote a post about being a dairy free family. You can view this post at: http://www.green-mother.com/yes-we-really-are-dairy-free/ The decision to become dairy free was made when my eldest son was diagnosed with Sensory Integration Disorder (SID). The dairy free diet helped control the peculiar behaviors associated with [...]

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Flu, It Found Us.

Flu, It Found Us.

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother April 16th, 2012 It is that time of the year again. Last week was a rough week in this household. It first started with the baby. The symptoms were,  high fever, sleepiness, coughing, and the greenish runny nose. I am convinced he also had body aches and a headache, considering [...]

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Simple Pleasures: Michelle’s Favorite Things

Simple Pleasures: Michelle’s Favorite Things

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother “The earth falls away for emerging buds in winter warmth and wet new beginnings nourished; To push on ever upward soak in the warmth and glory until to become Tulips in spring” Poem Written By: Maria Malone http://voices.yahoo.com/tulips-spring-poem-7800194.html April 3, 2012 I consider myself to be a simple country girl. [...]

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Green Living

The Tree

The Tree

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother It has been a few weeks since I last  posted the picture of my favorite tree on our front lawn. As I have written in the past, this tree is very special to me. http://www.green-mother.com/thursday-bliss-michelles-favorite-things/ Its leaves have been growing, and its tiny flowers have started to bloom. The flowers [...]

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Pollution: Plastic In Our Oceans

Pollution: Plastic In Our Oceans

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother What goes on during the wash cycle has completely changed my perspective on doing laundry. A simple chore such as washing our clothing has the capacity to cause damage to our environment and the fish that we consume. I once believed using natural based laundry detergents was enough to protect [...]

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Recycling

Recycling

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother I had a good laugh this morning. Today was recycling day. As I rolled the big blue bin down the driveway last night, I noticed it was full. I also observed that the smaller recycling bin was also full. Hanging around the garage was more boxes that also needed to [...]

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Green Philosophy

Green for Life [Paperback]

Green for Life [Paperback]

  Green for Life [Paperback] Product Details Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: North Atlantic Books; 1 edition (October 5, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 155643930X ISBN-13: 978-1556439308 Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches Book Description Publication Date: October 5, 2010 Everyone knows they need to eat more fruits and vegetables, but consuming even the minimum [...]

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all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit

all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit

ACAI Fat Burn #3 all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit, Apple Cider, and more for Weight Loss and fat burner Product Features Pure Brazilian ACAI with other ingredients that help burn fat and lose weight in a natural way. antioxidant qualities. Enhances a healthy Diet 180 capsules, 3 Months nutrition, helpful for weight [...]

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The Benefits of Using Unbleached Coffee Filters

The Benefits of Using Unbleached Coffee Filters

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother During a recent trip to my local grocery store, I discovered coffee filters that were made from 100% natural beige paper. For as long as I can remember, I have been purchasing bleached, white coffee filters. I had no idea of the dangers hidden behind these. From now on, I [...]

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Green Technology

21 Easy Ways To Save On Fuel

21 Easy Ways To Save On Fuel

By Miriam Osborne Save money and the environment by saving on fuel. CAA Saskatchewan and Direct Energy offer 21 tips on how you can use less gas in your car and home – saving money and the environment. In your car: 1. Don’t speed. When you drive at more than 90 kilometres an hour, your [...]

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The Future of Energy

The Future of Energy

Cleantech innovations to fuel the planet. By Zoe Cormier Betting on wave dragons, sea snakes, green crude, power kites and other cleantech innovations to fuel the planet. Hydroelectric dams come with their own environmental collateral, crop-based ethanol turned out to be far from sustainable (and in some cases worse than fossil fuels), and the dream [...]

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Winter Greenhouse Gardening

Winter Greenhouse Gardening

Learn how to grow your own vegetables this winter… By Jeff Nield At this time of year, I’m usually kicking myself for not preserving more of the summer and autumn harvest. A long winter absent of fresh, local produce typically looms large as the days shorten and the temperature drops. But this year, I’ve taken [...]

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Green for Life [Paperback]

Green for Life [Paperback]

| May 19, 2012 | 0 Comments

Green for Life [Paperback] Product Details Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: North Atlantic Books; 1 edition (October 5, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 155643930X ISBN-13: 978-1556439308 Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches Book Description Publication Date: October 5, 2010 Everyone knows they need to eat more fruits and vegetables, but consuming even the minimum FDA-recommended [...]

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all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit, Apple Cider

all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit, Apple Cider

| May 19, 2012 | 0 Comments

ACAI Fat Burn #3 all Pure Diet Pill with Green Tea, Grapefruit, Apple Cider, and more for Weight Loss and fat burner Product Features Pure Brazilian ACAI with other ingredients that help burn fat and lose weight in a natural way. antioxidant qualities. Enhances a healthy Diet 180 capsules, 3 Months nutrition, helpful for weight [...]

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Pre de Provence Milk Soap, 250g wrapped bar. Imported from France. With shea butter and natural herbs and scent

Pre de Provence Milk Soap, 250g wrapped bar. Imported from France. With shea butter and natural herbs and scent

| May 18, 2012 | 0 Comments
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Dr. Bronners Soaps Organic Pure Castile Liquid Soap – Citrus

Dr. Bronners Soaps Organic Pure Castile Liquid Soap – Citrus

| May 18, 2012 | 0 Comments

Dr. Bronners Soaps Organic Pure Castile Liquid Soap – Citrus  

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Unclog Your Drains Naturally With Baking Soda And Vinegar

Unclog Your Drains Naturally With Baking Soda And Vinegar

| May 8, 2012 | 4 Comments

Today, I have a guest post that was written by Dawn Conklin.  Dawn works over at Daily Adventures of a Work at Home Mom. She blogs about recipes, family life, working from home, and so much more. Michelle, The Green-Mother   About Dawn: Dawn is a work at home Mom of two girls.  She enjoys  [...]

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What is Earth Day About?

What is Earth Day About?

| April 18, 2012 | 1 Comment

Written By: Michelle, The green-Mother April 18th 2012 Celebrating Earth Day around our home is always a lot of fun. We either plant a new tree, or add new flowers and bushes to one of our many existing gardens. It is usually a family event. We drive to the local Home Depot together and select [...]

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California Baby Calendula Cream(best sellers)

California Baby Calendula Cream(best sellers)

| April 10, 2012 | 0 Comments

California Baby Calendula Cream Product Features Active level of Calendula officinalis (pot marigold) known for its skin healing properties Helps to heal eczema, cradle cap, perioral dermatitis and other skin sensitivities Safe, gentle & effective for cuts, sores and general skin abrasions Contains organic & sustainably grown ingredients May be used in the diaper area [...]

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Desert Essence – Tea Tree Oil Facial Cleansing Pads (best sellers)

Desert Essence – Tea Tree Oil Facial Cleansing Pads (best sellers)

| April 9, 2012 | 0 Comments

Desert Essence – Tea Tree Oil Facial Cleansing Pads Product Features 50 Count Serving Size: Product Description ? Reduces oil that can lead to break-outs ? Soothes and calms skin ? Convenient pads are great for travel or your gym bag A proprietary formula of 100% organic Eco-Harvest® Tea Tree Oil combined with organic lavender, [...]

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Liam’s Easter Morning Waffles

Liam’s Easter Morning Waffles

| April 7, 2012 | 0 Comments

Written By: Michelle, The Green-Mother April 7th, 2012 Easter is always a special holiday at our house. As a family, we love to start this day off with waffles. They are simple to make, and delicious. They are also very versatile. They can be made with or without gluten-free flours. I have tried many different [...]

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Naturessunshine Aloe Vera Gel Skin Moisturiser

Naturessunshine Aloe Vera Gel Skin Moisturiser

| April 7, 2012 | 0 Comments

Naturessunshine Aloe Vera Gel Skin Moisturiser Product Features Aloe Vera [Intestinal, Skin] is a nutritional storehouse, naturally containing several vitamins plus 18 amino acids, in addition to many other dietary factors. It soothes the skin and the tissues lining the digestive tract. It contains many biologically active compounds that support the digestion and absorption of [...]

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