by Lucy Legan | Jan 13, 2023 | Conscious Green Mama, health, Homeschooling, Little Green House, Sustainable Living, Waste Free Living
There is some truth in the saying, “keep calm and wash your hands.” A traditional bar of soap is so good at removing substances from your hands that it washes away dirt and other undesirables. In addition, with good hand-washing techniques (at least 3... 
by Lucy Legan | Dec 24, 2022 | Conscious Green Mama, Ethics, Sustainable Living, upcycling, Waste Free Living
After the festive season, many people feel they need to clean up their act, whether it be a detox, spring clean of the house or a complete decluttering operation. The 14 Rs can act as a roadmap to help you get your home and life in order. The principles of the 14 Rs... 
by Lucy Legan | Sep 14, 2022 | Conscious Green Mama, Homeschooling, Kids Gardening, Permaculture, Permaculture garden
Butterflies are an essential element in nature. They help Mother Nature pollinate flowers, herbs and trees. Create a butterfly garden to attract these little miracles to your garden. Butterflies in history Throughout history, butterflies have been a subject of... 
by Lucy Legan | Jan 17, 2022 | Conscious Green Mama, Ethics, health, Permaculture, Sustainable Living, Waste Free Living
Eco-anxiety is an emerging condition. Named in 2011, the American Psychological Association recently described it as the dread and helplessness that come with “watching the slow and seemingly irrevocable impacts of climate change unfold, and worrying about the future... 
by Lucy Legan | Sep 30, 2021 | Conscious Green Mama, Ecocentro Ipec, Online Courses, Permaculture, Permaculture garden, Sustainable Living
The Sustainable Solution Series now has grown to six ebooks. The series is practical-based, with many recipes, DIY and tips. The booklets were first published in Brazil at the Ecocentro IPEC, a living and learning community that incorporates alternatives of... 
by Lucy Legan | Apr 8, 2021 | Conscious Green Mama, Homeschooling, Kids Gardening, Little Green House, Sustainable Living
The haybox, also known as the straw box or insulation cooker, is a great way to slow cook when you have a full day in the garden or camping and want to conserve energy. If you are homeschooling or like to experiment, this is your box! The haybox is a thermally... 