I keep having the same conversation: “Do you think Extinction Rebellion will make a difference to anything? Protest doesn’t work any more, does it?” I’m not sure whether these questions are being asked of everyone, or whether they are asked of me because of my background. Certainly, I’ve spent a lot of my life campaigning. …
Activist and Mum? How motherhood changed this environmental campaigner
There are so many ways to make a difference. So why has becoming a mother made choosing what to do and then doing it so difficult? Suzy Edwards reflects on whether she really can be an activist and a mum I made the decision to ‘save the world’ when I was 15 – reading Ecologist …
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Reviews of eco-friendly products for the home
Reviews by Saffia Farr and Jess Hazel 1. Toilet Cleaner, Bio-D I found this to be an excellent product. It cleaned the toilet effectively, helping to remove more stubborn dirt and leaving it shining! The citrus oil gives it a gentle scent that is not overpowering but helps with a sense of freshness. This toilet …
Why we need to talk to our children about climate change
One of the clearest memories I have from my childhood relates to climate change. There was a television campaign run by a green activist organisation that seemed to air frequently: in any case I remember seeing it many times, and the tagline at the end: “It’s not too late.” The advert showed things like lights …
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Gift Ideas – Reviews
Reviews by Matthew Bullock, Saffia Farr and Jess Hazel Foot Massager We have found it very therapeutic and soothing to run our feet backwards and forwards over this simple wooden massager. The textured balls spin fluidly under pressure, and there are soft pads on the base so that it doesn’t move around when you use …
Natural Bodycare – Reviews
Naked Toilet Paper This is a great option for those wishing to reduce their plastic waste. We received 48 extra-long rolls (each 300 sheets, two-ply quality) in a large box with no other packaging. The toilet paper is sustainably produced, made primarily from recycled sugar cane and fast-renewable bamboo. It’s free from plastics, inks, perfumes, …
Menstrual Cup Reviews
Introducing the menstrual cup reviews The cups featured have been reviewed by a team of women and we have amalgamated the comments. Our aim in this is to focus on each cup rather than what suited individual reviewers, acknowledging that each woman’s body is unique, so what suits one may not suit another. Our team …
Cloth Pad Reviews
Regular Pad, Eco Rainbow This pad is approximately 20cm long and is thick, so you feel reassured that it will hold heavy flow. It’s made with a layer of Zorb, a non-toxic fabric made from a blend of natural and synthetic fibres designed to absorb moisture. The pad is backed with non-slip polar fleece and …
Reducing single-use plastic – reviews
Reviews by Saffia Farr, Rosalind Howard, Jess Hazel and Alice Farrell English Peppermint Natural Tooth Soap I was excited to try this new tooth soap from Georganics, as the packaging is completely biodegradable/compostable. You apply the soap to your toothbrush by rubbing the bristles (preferably wet) onto the stick in a circular motion before brushing …
DON’T DISMISS WHAT GRANDMA DID – Caroline Taylor suggests we give reusable nappies a try and save £££
It’s time for a refreshing angle on nappies. The time is right. Environmental issues are finally gaining significant public support with everything from plastic bags to plastic straws getting the green treatment. Single Use / Disposable nappies are surely the next product to be targeted. A fact which seems to be confirmed by all the …
Washable Nappies: Georgina Cunliffe describes the benefits and different types available
The reasons why parents choose to use washable nappies are many and varied. In the UK a typical child will use nappies for 33 months and in that time a parent will spend approximately £800 on disposable nappies. This takes into account multi-buy deals and supermarket own brands. A parent who chooses washable nappies will …
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Guilt-free Parenting
For a long time people simply followed the mainstream way of parenting, depending on what the norm was at the time. There are now many different ways to parent, with no one prescribed approach, and much more of an understanding that different children benefit from different approaches. Although these different parenting types are subject to …