Kim Woodburn, celebrity queen of clean and star of How Clean is Your House?, tells us about her eco- and baby-friendly cleaning tips. Kim is reknowned for avoiding nasty chemicals and instead opting for more gentle ingredients such as baking powder
Having children is a time of massive consumption. There are so many things you need to buy - you can find yourself disappearing under piles of clothing, toys, bedding, equipment...Your environmental footprint is likely to increase dramatically.But there are some simple ways to ke...
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local produce.4. Make your own foodTry to cut down on the amount of pre-prepared food you buy. It's a healthier and a cheaper option as well as being more eco-friendly by cutting down on transport and packaging costs. Cook up your own food in bulk
and presents.Designer Stella McCartney boosted the trend in the UK when she threw a shower for pregnant pals Katie Moss, Sadie Frost and Sharleen Spiteri. Imagine what presents her guests brought along! Traditionally baby showers consist of friends and family
