We Meet Elly Toft, Founder of the Oamaru Apothecary & Hoheria Botanicals
Hoheria Botanicals is a range of natural skincare products hand crafted in small batches, using the finest plant oils, plant extracts and essential oils….
Chemical free living
Lead-Free Is The Way To Be
By Lisa Cheaney-Hogan Ever heard of lead? How about lead poisoning? You might be interested to know that although the skin is an excellent…
The Good and the Bad of Children’s Skincare: How To Get The Best For Your Little One
Increasingly as consumers we are inundated with such a vast variety of products that choosing the ‘right’ one for ourselves or our children is…
Why you want to re-think your tampons, pads and maternity care products
By Hannah Schenker You have switched to organic when it comes to your pantry, your baby care and even your clothing, but what about…
What you might find in An Eco-Mama’s Bathroom
By Hannah Schenker She is onto it. She chooses natural, organic, free-range, chemical-free. She is concerned about the toxins wending their way into our…
Why choose organic for your baby?
By Hannah Schenker Your new baby is one of the most incredible creations, and it’s your job to help give them the best start…
Should NZ follow France’s plan to ban plastic cups, containers and utensils by 2020?
Back in September 2016 it was reported in the Independent that France passed a new law to ban all non-biodegradable plastic cups, containers and…
Little Innoscents: Organic Baby Skin Care
Formulated by nature, created with love. Little Innoscents provides concerned parents with 100% natural, Australian made and grown baby skincare products, which are readily…
Are you an Eco Parent?
By Jannine Barron Are you shopping for natural baby skincare? Are you researching the benefits of cloth nappies vs. disposables? Do you avoid plastic?…
Summer Sun Safety: Your Need-To-Knows
By Katherine Greer Summer is here and we need to protect our own and our children’s skin from excess UV Radiation. Short exposure (5-10…
Earthwise: products you can trust
New Zealand company Earthwise has developed a beautiful range you can rely on every time – and is thrilled to introduce its Earthwise Nourish…
How to choose personal care items for you and your new baby
During pregnancy, we are naturally more aware of and concerned about the health and care of our bodies. It is during this time that…
Tinti – Fun in the Tub!
Is kids bath time causing you stress? Is it a drama even getting the kids enthused about bath time? Do your kids need a…
Cleaning Without Chemicals: Wave Ta Ta to Toxins with these Failsafe Ideas
Tired of shelling out $$ of your monthly shop on over-priced cleaning products loaded with toxic-nasties? You’re not alone. Scan Pinterest and you’ll find…