Spring into Your New Life -Step 2

So, did you do it? Did you start looking at labels and ingredients?
How many of you were curious enough to look up some of these ingredients? How many of you now feel a little overwhelmed, thinking, "Now what?"
No worries, I've got your back.

For sure the best thing you could do would be to chuck it all and get new, non-toxic, organic products. However, I am well aware that not everyone has that option. So here we go. Finish that bottle, and replace it with a better choice. Same thing for your toothpaste, conditioner, fabric softener, body lotion, bubble bath...etc. Replace them one by one, or start by buying one every week when you get your groceries and run your errands. I've also found that the good stuff works better and lasts longer.
Now, take a look at what you really need. Is it possible for one product to do more than one thing? Take your time, ask around, and read labels before choosing.

What to look for...
Organic,
Non-GMO,
5 ingredients or less (Or as few as possible),
Ethical,
Eco-friendly,

I have been making my own products for over 25 years, but I do buy products as well. I will be sharing recipes for those who want to get started on this for themselves. Although it is less expensive in the end to make your own, you have to take into consideration that the initial startup will be an investment.
When it comes to store-bought items, I mostly use Bio-Vert or Young Living products.  The awesome part of Young Living is that they work, they are very concentrated (no unnecessary water added to them) AND...you get redeemable points and freebies just for buying your products. Once you start looking into your personal care products, move on to household products. My absolute favorite is the Thieves Household Cleaner, formulated with 100 percent plant and mineral based ingredients. You add a capful of the cleaner to a spray bottle and fill with water...it works well and still surprises me with how great it is. When I suggested getting multi-purpose products, Thieves Household Cleaner is right up there, because you can use it for every household cleaning project, from crystalline, streak-free windows and mirrors, to floors, bathrooms, kitchens, the garage and more. You can also add a few drops of an essential oil to up the grease-cutting abilities for those nasty jobs.

I don't wear makeup, but my grown-up daughters do. They've fallen in love with the Young Living Savvy Mineral Makeup collection, as well as the facial products and moisturizers. It's such a relief to be able to trust where you're products are coming from.
The new Seedlings collection cover all of your baby's needs. I can't tell you how outraged I was when I read my fist baby wash label and discovered formaldehyde in it! My youngest is 4 and we went with elimination communication, so we didn't use diapers or toxic wipes.

I've added the links to the Young Living Canadian Product Guide, and the US Savvy Minerals guide. If you need the US product guide, you'll see the link for it on ISSU. IF ever you're interested in Young Living, let me know. I'll gladly answer any and all questions you may have. In the Canadian Issue there is a section highlighting the  Natural Health Products, their benefits and uses.

My family is precious to me. I want to watch them grow up to be healthy and happy, and I take my role in their growth and education seriously. I am deeply grateful to play this role, and I rejoice in every moment we share together, from discussions to study topics, arts & leisure or even preparing a meal and doing chores.

I watch as my older children share in their discoveries of the world around them, choosing their own organic, non-toxic path. And I see the difference with my younger ones, the youngest being brought up in a 100% organic household. They are all aware of our 'footprint' on this planet and every time one learns of something we can do to improve any part of it, they share. Great discussions and investigations follow.

Here's something for you to watch on our topic. Let me know what you think, and share with your friends!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VVIuyNyIan0
OK, and a second one as well...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVIWhPUjrek