I remember writing a post on Diwali last year and in the blink of an eye, the year has passed by. And it is that time of the year again when all that we think of is celebrations, lights, sweets, and chocolates! The past few years have seen a steep rise in noise an air […]
Eco-friendly gifts for Diwali for 2020
With Diwali round the corner, its time to get the gifts ready! To be precise, its time to get the list of eco-friendly gifts for Diwali ready. I have seem beautiful crafting posts doing the rounds that do make an excellent gifting option, but for those (read people like me) who are a tad artistically […]
Mama Earth Stress Relief Tea
Being a mom to twin boys, most of the times my stress levels hit the roof and break that ceiling too. Yes, parenting is an amazing experience, but what is equally important to me is ensuring that I stay sane and do a good job on my parenting skills! After all, you need to be […]
IMC – Go green with your period
What if you could go green with your period? An average woman uses roughly 12 sanitary pads a month. Maybe lesser tampons. Multiply that number into women who use them. If you calculated it, the number of sanitary pads and tampons that are discarded is mind-boggling. Did you know that a sanitary napkin can take over 500 […]
Wonderful Benefits and Uses of Kalonji Oil (Nigella Sativa Oil)
Kalonji, or Nigella seeds is a spice used in Indian cuisines for tempering vegetables and curries. It has a distinct aroma that adds quite a punch to the meal. Keeping the flavours and aromas aside, did you know that there are wonderful benefits and uses of kalonji oil? Amazing benefits and uses of kalonji oil […]
7 Ways to keep Bugs Away from your Home this Monsoon
With the rains come in the bugs, mosquitoes and flies. With the dampness in the air, it is pretty much a breeding ground for bugs and insects to spread the infection. Instead of opting for the chemical laden solutions available in the market, we’ve listed 7 natural ways to keep bugs away from your home […]
5 Immunity boosting foods for monsoons
The rains are pouring incessantly and yes I have been waiting to soak in some sunshine. So have been the boys. And then this is also the season when my boys fall ill the most. A niggling cough and cold, fever and more. Yes, we love playing in the rains but children with stronger immunity […]
5 DIY Green Cleaning Recipes that Really Work
Have you ever stepped into a sparkling clean bathroom and felt nauseous? It was probably due to the chemical vapors that still prevailed in the air long after the cleaning was actually done. That’s how powerful commercial cleaning agents are, due to their high chemical content. It’s no wonder then, that people around the world […]
7 Harmful Ingredients In Baby Products
Did you know that there are harmful toxins to watch out for in baby products? Well, if I got your attention, let me also confess that I think this post should have been written right at the start of my blogging career when I was introducing myself an eco-mommy blogger and someone who loves all […]
How to clean a menstrual cup
When I first wrote about how the menstrual cup changed my life, my post went pretty viral and I had a lot of women contacting me about it. That post was written exactly two years ago. It’s taken a while, but here is the post that is much required and it is on how to clean […]
World Environment Day Tips you should know!
When was the last time you decided to protect the planet by using less and acting more? Its a myth that going green is an expensive lifestyle. On the contrary, when you choose a green living, you’ll be amazed at how wonderful and easy it is. Going green is not as difficult as you might […]
Parent Circle: 5 tips to raise an environmentally-friendly child
What are some of the tips to raise an environmentally-friendly child? Really, raising an environmentally-friendly child is not very difficult. The rate at which our resources are dwindling should be enough motivation for us to teach the present generation the importance of protecting the environment. Not just for today, but for posterity. One of the […]
6 Easy and Healthy Recipes for Kids – Made with Organic Ingredients
We’ve already talked about the benefits of introducing your kids to organic food from an early age. While the various studies and scientific research support the inclusion of organic foods, the practical aspect may still be confusing. Where do I get organic ingredients from? How do I cook them? What easy and healthy recipes for […]
10 Tips for a safe and healthy Holi
Holi is just around the corner, one of the most vibrant festivals that we celebrate. Get out the colours, pails of water, water balloons and more! The aftermath of Holi can be terrible if you have not taken any tips for a safe and healthy Holi. Your skin is more sensitive than you think and […]
4 benefits of green cleaning
We lead hectic lives and what is more challenging is that we don’t have the time to lead a life as cleanly as we should. A walk into the supermarket aisle and we end up buying products laden with chemical because we may not just have the time to check the ingredient list. The benefits […]
5 Best places for experiential dining in Pune
With the hectic schedule that keeps us all on the go during the week, it is but natural to indulge in some pampering over the weekend. Some good food, a little bit of travel along with some adventure, is the perfect way to unwind and relax. Food satiates the hunger and the travel satiates the […]
5 reasons to choose natural health and beauty products
People today opt for a balanced life and choose natural products over other various products available. My reasons to choose natural health and beauty products stemmed from the fact that I wanted to give my then young twin boys a chemical free experience by not choosing the over the counter products. Living a chemical free […]
De-stress with Aromatherapy – {Green Living}
“Nothing is more memorable than a smell. One scent can be unexpected, momentary and fleeting, yet conjure up a childhood summer beside a lake in the mountains.” -Diane Ackerman There is something about how our brain responds to smells. It can trigger memories, it can make us sneeze, it can put us off or it […]
10 Amazing Ways to Reuse Plastic Bags
Plastic is something that has a huge presence in our life, much more than we’d care to admit. It’s there in our bathroom, our kitchen, our kids’ playroom – it’s everywhere. And to think that most of the homes in the world have that much plastic – honestly, it’s frightening. A good deal of the […]
6 Immunity Boosting Soups for Winter
It’s cold on the outside and everyone’s looking for ways to stay warm. And when you think about warming foods there’s one thing that comes to mind instantly – soups! Soups are easy to make, are frugal and great for weight loss. But soups are useful for much more than warming you on a cold […]
7 Creative and Budget-friendly Gift Wrap Ideas
‘Tis the season for hot cocoa, warm blankets, decorated trees and of course, beautifully wrapped gifts! These days most people are trying to make festivals more about the spirit of giving and gratitude, rather than blatant commercialism. The result is an awareness for more DIY gifts, or green gifts that are easy on the environment. […]
Christmas Cookie Recipe
I grew up in a home that celebrated all festivals! I have fond memories of my mother making chewy cookies, delicious plum cakes, rose cookies, brewing some wine and more on Christmas. Blame it on the army upbringing, but yes, I have to admit that I did enjoy the goodies that were made. I asked […]
7 Healthy Dessert Recipes for the Festive Season
Festivals mean fun, frolic and food, and desserts are an integral part of a festive meal! But if you’ve been eating healthy all this time, you don’t want a celebration to derail your efforts! So enjoy the festive season and feast on sweet treats, which is easy to do when they’re healthy too! Here are […]
7 Tips to Prepare your Home for the Cold Season
Waking up early morning is getting harder every day, isn’t it? Well when you’re all curled up under a warm blanket, it can be hard to crawl out of it and face the early morning chill! At the risk of sounding like a Game of Thrones fan, I’d say that this is probably the best […]
Cookie recipe for this festive season
It’s the time for indulgence this festive season. I loved this simple and easy cookie recipe that Gauri, the face behind Li’l White Oven shared with me. I knew that this was something that I had to share with you all too! What I loved about this cookie recipe is that it is very easy […]
4 Eco friendly gifting options this season
This year, let’s try making another person happy with our gifts – Mother Earth! Yes, choosing eco friendly gifting options with some thought and a tiny bit of extra effort, can make you give out ‘green’ gifts that aren’t too hard on the environment or your pocket. If you’ve read our last post, you’ll know that […]
10 Budget Friendly Gift Ideas for the Festive Season
We’ve all heard that when it comes to gifts, it’s the thought that counts. After all, giving a gift is just a way to show our love for our friends and family members. As Richard Bach said, “Every gift from a friend is a wish for your happiness.” When we put in a little effort […]
10 Festive Decor Ideas on a Budget
Most of us follow a seasonal schedule when it comes to de- cluttering or decorating our homes. We usually do this around spring and winter, or around our favorite time of the year – festivals! Festivals are a time to take a break from the normal routine of school-work-more work and sit back, catch up […]
4 Eco Friendly Gift Ideas for the Festive Season
There’s a reason we look forward to festivals – there’s lots of good food, you get to dress up and meet up with family and friends. But there’s another fun part to celebrating – gifts! Giving gifts are just as much (or more) delightful as receiving them, especially when they’re something that brings a smile […]
Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Review
I was recently sent Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier for a review. I have a bigger Humidifier at home as well from Crane USA, but the travel humidifier that was sent across is a super cool and compact humidifier that can be carried along with you almost everywhere! Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Review When I […]
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