Raising Eco Minimalists
A community for those raising kids who care about the wellbeing of their mind, body, community, & the earth. Living a low waste and minimalist lifestyle can often feel like going against the grain of society. And when you throw kids into the mix? Finding a community of like-minded individuals to learn from, support, find encouragement, and overall who share the same values - at a similar level - can be challenging. This podcast is that community. Join me, your host, a self-described anxious eco-minimalist, every other week as I dive deep into issues and topics related to living an eco-friendly and minimalist lifestyle with kids. But above all, form a community that raises kids who care about the wellbeing of their own minds, bodies, and our earth (and everything that calls it home.) Be sure to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode.
Raising Eco Minimalists
How to reduce plastic with kids (and is it all bad?) - Ep. 12
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Laura Durenberger
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Season 1
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Episode 12
Single-use plastic and kids. They seem to go hand and hand, right? During the month of July, millions around the world partake in a challenge called 'Plastic Free July'. But reducing plastic can be daunting and overwhelming. And what if I told you it may not all be bad?
This episode covers:
- What is plastic free July?
- Is all plastic bad?
- What’s the problem with straw bans and plastic bag bans?
- Tips for reducing single use plastic
- Some of my favorite places to shop plastic free (and find sustainable and ethical businesses)
- Ways to reduce single-use plastic with kids
- My favorite plastic-free swaps for kids
Resources mentioned in this episode (some links may contain affiliate links, which helps support our amazing guests and this podcast):
- Episode 10 with Jen Gale
- Plastic Free July .org
- Plastic is not the enemy, our mindset is
- NPR interview
- What is eco-minimalism ep 1
- Making sustainability sustainable class
- Tiny Yellow Bungalow
- Tare Market
- Bestowed Essentials
- Hippie Haven Shop
- Ethical and Sustainable places to shop
- Akua Resource guide
- Sarah Robertson Barnes
- Science Teacher Mom
- Thoughtfully Sustainable (episode 5)
- Dental Lace
- Buy Nothing Project Group
- Freecycle.org
- Nextdoor
- Facebook Marketplace
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