Top 25 Eco-Friendly Moms

What inspired you to start blogging?

I felt like I had a mountain of great information stored up in my own head, but if I didn't share that information, it went no further than my own home. My husband suggested blogging. He said "You can do this and I'll help you get started". He did exactly that and, nearly three years ago, Mom Goes Green was born! My husband and my kids continue to motivate and inspire me, and they love that their mom is "Mom Goes Green" and helping other moms protect their families and the environment.

What are 3 things you can teach other moms to make their lives more eco-friendly?

1. "Going green" isn't just about installing solar panels on our rooftops; it's about all of the little things that, in sum, amount to a HUGE difference. Baby steps are great, and each green step is a step in the right direction. You just need to get started.
2. Stand back and rethink your actions in your everyday life. Implement the three r's: reuse, reduce and recycle. Consume less, purchase wisely and make conscious choices instead of simply resorting to what you've always done. It's not always easy, but it's worth it!
3. For each and every choice you make, there IS a greener option. From cosmetics to cleaning your home, to the foods you purchase and the resources you consume. The way you manage your daily, "typical" tasks can create a smaller "footprint" and result in a healthier, safer life for you and your family, and protect the environment at the same time.

Where is your favorite place to shop for eco-friendly products?

It would be impossible for me to choose just one favorite place to shop. Over time, I have learned where to find everything I need, and I especially support buying local. But sometimes, intensive shopping isn't even required. With cleaning products, for example... two of the best products for cleaning your entire home are distilled white vinegar and baking soda! To me it's more about taking action to make smart choices, and essentially consuming less. But, when you do shop, simply be wise about what you are buying.

What are your three favorite posts?

1. WHY go green?... a fundamental (but fair) question.
   
2. The A to Z guide for a green 2011
3. 10 simple ways to raise green kids

What inspired you to start blogging?

After practicing law for many years, I realized that I had outgrown the fast paced and stressful lifestyle. It was time for a change. I slowly shifted my focus towards a creating a green and clean lifestyle and began to educate myself about chemicals and other toxins that were going into and on my body. I was amazed at what I found as I continued to dig. A few years later, two of our children developed life threatening food allergies. My commitment to living as toxin-free as possible became even stronger as a way to gain some control over their allergies. Blogging offered a venue to share information and connect with others interested in a green lifestyle. When my youngest went off to Kindergarten I decided to trade in my suits and focus on writing and consulting. I was inspired and continue to be inspired by the incredible community of like-minded people I have found. Blogging has provided me with a space to find a voice that I didn’t know I had and an opportunity to stand beside many remarkable people who are making a difference.

What are 3 things you can teach other moms to make their lives more eco-friendly?

1. Use Environmental Working Group Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database to check your personal care products. Educate yourself on what is going on and into your body.
2. Be aware of the dangers of plastics-leaching toxins and the damaging effects of plastics on our environment.
3. Find a place to share and get hold of information-a community of others on a similar journey.

Where is your favorite place to shop for eco-friendly products?

The Soft Landing –Great products, great blog and I am an affiliate for them!

What are your three favorite posts?

1. BPA free plastic isn’t as safe as we thought
   
2. To Use or Not to Use? Reusables for Bulk Food and Produce
3. How to Choose Healthy Pots and Pans

What inspired you to start blogging?

I was always 'green' without even knowing I was 'green' because that's how my mom raised us. But when I opened a shop on Etsy to sell some of my eco-friendly creations, I learned that I needed to blog to market my shop. So, I started to blog about handmade crafting while sharing my green journey.

What are 3 things you can teach other moms to make their lives more eco-friendly?

1. Live simply. Don't clutter your life to make you think you "need" stuff. For example, you can live with one TV - not five.
2. Pay attention to your NEEDS and not your WANTS. You'll save resources and won't accumulate junk. When you do buy something you need, buy quality products that will last you a very long time, like for generations.
3. Green living is frugal living. You'll save money when you save energy, water, and natural resources.

Where is your favorite place to shop for eco-friendly products?

I am the captain of a team on Etsy called Eco Etsy. The members are uber talented and creative while being eco-friendly. I know that whatever I buy from the team members, they will be eco-friendly. I don't even have to ask or wonder if they are green and I can find anything I need from them. And because of this reason, our website will be added to Sprint's Android devices on a new app called, "Green ID Pack", and also on their new eco-friendly phone called Replenish.

What are your three favorite posts?

1. How to Recycle a T-Shirt to Make a Memory Quilt
   
2. What To Do with Old Fitted Sheets Part 2
3. How to Choose Makeup for a Teenager Part 1