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Let’s Chat About Non-Toxic Living On A Budget

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Creating a cleaner, greener, safer home does NOT need to cost an arm and a leg (really!) Want to learn some tips and tricks for non-toxic living on a nickel?

Join us on Thursday September 1st at 6pmPST/9pmEST to learn all the ways you can de-tox your life without breaking the bank. We’ll discuss:

  • Creating a safe cleaning tool-kit that’s roughly 25% the cost of conventional and at least twice the peace of mind;
  • Making your own natural personal care products like non-toxic lip gloss and diaper rash remedies;
  • Finding the best deals and discounts on safer products and health foods; and,
  • Easy tips for protecting your family’s health that are completely FREE!

Being healthy shouldn't hinge on how big your budget is!

We have an awesome group of panelists joining us you won’t want to miss tweeting with!

  • Rene (@budgetsavingmom), creator and author of Budget Saving Mom, expert bargain hunter and veteran DIY-er
  • Emi (@theCDreport), creator and author of The Cloth Diaper Report and Easy Peasy Japanesey, safe baby gear afficianado and self-declared “rennaissance woman” who loves cooking, crafting, sewing, gardening and more
  • Lori (@groovygreenlivi), creator and author of Groovy Green Livin’, green living enthusiast and lifestyle writer, eco-wellness consultant, mother, borderline vegan and recovering attorney
  • Paige (@paigewolf), founder of a B Corporation Certified Green PR Firm and “Author of Spit That Out”, blogging at spitthatoutthebook.com, making green living manageable, practical, and affordable
  • Sarah (@practicallygrn), Head of Social Programming for Practically Green, http://practicallygreen.com/ an online platform designed to make healthy green living easier and more enjoyable for the millions of people who want to be greener as well as for the companies who are trying to reach them.

 

Prize Descriptions:

  • Prize #1: Nuture your little one with a gift set of safe, BPA-free baby feeding products from BornFree fitted to your child’s age. Value: $45
  • Prize #2: Keep your house spotless and protect your little mess makers from toxic cleaners with BabyGanics Lavender Scented Surface Cleaning Bundle. The gift set includes Floors To Adore™ Floor Cleaner Lavender (16oz), Scrub A Tub™ Tub and Tile Cleaner Lavender (32oz), The Cleaner Upper™ Toy and Highchair Cleaner (18oz), The Grime Fighter™ All Purpose Cleaner Lavender (32oz) and The Sparkle Maker™ Glass and Surface Cleaner Lavender (32oz). Value: $26.
  • Prize #3: Clean up boo boos the natural way with the Topricin Junior Boo Boos Happen first aid kit. A must-have for moms, this includes two (2) tubes of Topricin Junior and 'Ouchies' self-adhesive bandages that comes with markers so kids can decorate themselves. The recyclable, handy zippered blue bag is perfect for tucking in other essentials. The kit also includes samples of Topricin & Topricin Foot Therapy Cream. Value: $32.
  • Prize #4: Breathe in fresh, clean air no matter where you are with Nikken’s AirWellness® Traveler. The Air Wellness Power5 Traveler features multiple filter stages, including advanced HEPA filtration, carbon filtration and a unique system that uses organic plant materials to neutralize contaminants. The Traveler also includes manual or automatic modes, and a negative-ion generator that operates without producing ozone. Now you and your family can feel wellness in the air, whether you’re in an automobile, office or kitchen. Value: $311
  • Prize #5: Learn how to manage your home and emotions when feeling overwhelmed by environmental issues, with Paige Wolf’s book, Spit That Out: The Overly Informed Parent's Guide to Raising Children in the Age of Environmental Guilt. Value: $14

Here’s how to participate:

1. Follow @healthy_child and the panelists above.

2. Use #healthychild in each of your tweets so everyone can see them.

3. Use this unique tweet grid http://ht.ly/6i8ZO to make following the conversation easier.

4. Sign-up for our newsletter and actively participate in the party for a chance to win great prizes!

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