We waste tons of plastic a year, and it ends up polluting our planet. that being said you can shop to do your part. Everyone can make a difference if we just think differently about what we buy and how we choose to live.
Reusable Straws
Silicone straws are very safe, not only because they are bendy & chewy, making them safe for kids to use and less worrisome for mothers, but they are also safe in that they are healthy for our bodies. Unlike plastic and even metal, silicone also does not leach chemicals when exposed to certain heat.
As an environmentally conscious consumer, you don’t want to create more throw-away plastic filling our landfills or oceans and the best way to do so is reusable straws. One of the most popular types of reusable straws are those made from silicone.
These ones are perfect for kids, come with a cleaner brush and comes in a pack of 10- 5 bent 5 straight!!!
Price: $12.99 CAD
Reusable Bags
Apart from causing land pollution, plastic waste has spread to the sea threatening the aquatic life. By using the eco bags, you will be contributing towards the reduction of pollution that is caused by plastic waste.
These reusable grocery bags are equipped with their own Integrated Square Pouch and you will NEVER lose it. It folds up to fit in your pocket or purse. These come in a pack of 5!
Price: $18.99 CAD
You can also get some from your local dollar store behind the counter!
An Indoor Food Compost Bin
An indoor compost is a great way to reuse your scrap veggies. When you empty your bin you can throw it in your garden or a family’s. This creates amazing nourishment and nutrients for your plants.
If you have a small pet such as a rabbit or a guinea pig, they can eat most of your scrapes instead!
Price: $29.95 CAD
Reusable Bamboo Nursing Pad
Not only are these great for breastfeeding, they are great reusable makeup remover wipes!!
Price: $20.90 CAD
100% Compostable Poop Bags
Using 100% reusable poop bags are a great alternative to your regular poop bag! These have an easy to remover sticker – no tears. The core is also recyclable.
Eco-Friendly Bamboo Sponges
These eco-friendly sponges last longer than traditional sponges, so they don’t need to be replaced as often.
Price: $15.96 CAD
Reusable Diapers
If you go cloth and launder them yourselves, the cost over three years will be between $800 and $1100, half as much as disposables. And diapering a second child will only cost you the laundering (about $400 for three years).
You are also saving all those diapers from entering the trash!
Price: $72.50 CAD
Mesh Produce Bags
Don’t forget to take them with you to the grocery store so you can skip the plastic ones. Not only are they a more environmentally-friendly way to bring your fruits and vegetables home, but they’re perfect for transporting wet bathing suits home from the pool or the beach, great for laundry while traveling, and excellent for collecting small toys like building blocks.
24 for only $9.99CAD!!
Silicone Huggers
Food huggers are a great choice when you have half a tomato or onion left over that you’d normally put in a disposable plastic bag. You have an airtight seal which helps your produce last longer. They’re great when you’re missing a lid for your jar or can, too — they’re also infinitely reusable, made from heat-resistant silicone, and clean up easily in the dishwasher.
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