EcoParent Magazine

There’s just something special about having an animal by our side.🐾 Whether it’s the therapeutic vibrations of a cat’s purr, staying on-the-move with a dog, or calming cuddles with a fluffy (or scalier🦎) friend, the benefits of animal companionship are endless — and there’s still so much to learn about all the wonderful ways these complex, beautiful creatures add to the story of our lives. 🐱🐶Discover more at the link in our bio . . . . . .#ecoparent #slowliving #animalcompanion #welovepets #childhoodunplugged #fluffyfriends #mentalhealth #ecoliving #petsarefamily #naturalliving

Indulge in the cozy flavours of fall with spiced apple muffins 🍂🍎These gluten- & dairy-free treats are packed with nutritional goodness and are perfect for little ones and babies too! Find the recipe at the link in our bio⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #ecoparent #healthykitchen #slowliving #nutrition #healthyrecipes #naturopath #fallrecipes #minimuffins #applecinnamon #fallflavors #zerowaste #childhoodunplugged #sustainableliving #freshingredients

"I feel like at times that weird badge of 'I’m so busy' has trickled down into parenting life. WHEN did we decide we need to keep our kids occupied 24/7? WHO decided this was the best method to parent?⁠ ⁠ Well, I’m here to gently suggest ideas to happily balance the most active of kids and not have you driving every weekend." ⁠ ⁠ Check out tips on how to be less 'busy' (and still get quality time with your kiddos) from the wonderful @rachelbies_ 💚 ⁠ - link in bio⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .#ecoparent #ecoparentcommunity #slowliving #parentinginspo #sustainableliving #momlife #qualitytime #balancedlifestyle

When we think about all the extra-germy settings and surfaces kids can encounter just on an average school day, it might seem that contracting the back-to-school “icks” - complete with kleenex boxes and clammy foreheads - is inevitable. After all, there’s more than enough cold & flu viruses to go around each year!⁠ ⁠ But using fresh extract pulled from one of nature’s most trusted plant remedies, it’s still possible to naturally fight the spread of infections and even relieve symptoms that make this season especially hard on our little ones. ⁠ ⁠ Learn more at the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #avogelcanada #ecoparent #coldandflu #immunebooster #echinacea #backtoschool #avogelhelps #echinaforce #kidswellness #naturalingredients

There's a lot more to building a sustainable world than just recycling.⁠ ⁠ "With a great population of young North Americans yearning for stronger policies and tangible actions in the fight against climate change, there’s no better time for parents to teach their kids about a circular economy and its benefits. It’s time to redefine value and prioritize environmental protection and social well-being." - @circularinnovationcouncil⁠ ⁠ 🍂Learn more & find 10 tips for leading a more circular life⁠ - link in bio⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #ecoparent #circulareconomymonth #circularinnovationcouncil #sustainableliving #consciousconsumerism #reducereuse #respurpose #upcycle #simpleliving #economy #ecofriendly #zerowaste

Just like nature, our skin can reflect different seasons of life when we look in the mirror - seasons of happiness, hardship, ups and downs, or the simple passage of time. It can also reveal when something needs to be addressed.⁠ ⁠ “Our skin is often one of the first places to show signs of an underlying imbalance and if it’s screaming for help, an inside-out approach can help.” - Maryellen Tedeschi, ND⁠ ⁠ 🌿For a holistic guide to getting to the root of common skin troubles, visit the link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .#ecoparent #skincare #naturopathic #holisticliving #betternutrition #hormonalhealth #nutritiontips #naturopath #holistichealing #naturalmedicine #selfcare #naturalskincare #slowliving

What’s on your breakfast menu? Get into a better groove for fall with these quick ’n’ easy, nourishing recipes from holistic nutritionist @askjesssherman:⁠ ⁠ 🍎 Make-ahead loaded oven oatmeal⁠ 🍚 Night-before rice pudding⁠ 🥤 Good morning milkshake⁠ ⁠ Try the recipes! - link in bio⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #ecoparent #healthybreakfast #holisticnutrition #slowliving #healthyrecipes #backtoschool #ecofriendly #zerowaste #easybreakfast #childhoodunplugged #sustainableliving #freshingredients #makeahead #mealprep #easyrecipes

"Seeking alternatives to having more is like adding more hours in the day ... A life less stuffed is a life more lived."⁠ ⁠ There's endless joy to be found in simplicity and breathing life into the old to make something 'new-to-you.' 🌿 Find a thoughtful discussion on conscious consumerism at the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .#ecoparent #secondhandseptember #consciousconsumerism #upcycling #simpleliving #childhoodunplugged #declutter #lessismore #sustainableliving #reducereuse #repurpose

It can be a struggle negotiating with kids' taste buds sometimes, but have you ever tried adding veggies to the dessert menu? Naturally sweet and vibrant, beets are great for baked goods - especially chocolate ones! ⁠ ⁠ 🍫These Gluten-Free Chocolate Beet Brownies from @drheidilescanec feature more of the nutritious ingredients we look for as parents, plus the flavours kids love.⁠ ⁠ 🍽️Try the recipe - link in bio⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #ecoparent #healthykitchen #slowliving #nutrition #healthyrecipes #naturopath #schoolsnacks #ecofriendly #sustainableliving #freshingredients #glutenfreebaking #darkchocolate #almondflour #beetseason #seasonaleating #nutritiouskitchen #healthydesserts #kidfriendlyrecipes

Every back-to-school season comes with its share of unwelcome tag-alongs. Sure, some runny noses and phlegmy coughs picked up on the playground are just part of kids being kids, but parents get sick more often this time of year too. ⁠ ⁠ So just like kids need support for better learning, our bodies also need an extra boost of good nutrition to stay healthy in the months ahead.⁠ ⁠ 🍂Prep your immune system for success this fall with 5 nourishing, best-in-class supplements. - link in bio⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #ecoparent #PureEncapsulations #backtoschool #nothingbutpure #goodnessencapsulated #freefrom #mypurelife #highqualitysupplements #additivefree #premiumingredients #immunehealth #immunesupport #wellness #immunity #immunebooster

How do you keep your kids immersed in the great outdoors when school is in session? Wherever they're learning, there are ways to bring a bit of nature into the classroom (or even bring the classroom into nature). ⁠ ⁠ Check out our article for tips to green up a curriculum - link in bio🌿⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #ecoparent #backtoschool #slowliving #childhoodunplugged #holisticparenting #greenclassrooms #ecoconscious #naturelearning #teachingtips #sustainableliving #creativelearning #1000hoursoutside

"While nature can be perfect, more often than not, it is a mishmash of beautiful chaos with stunning flaws and variety too. Forcing your landscaping into right angles and constant green won’t help you get closer to nature or sustainability ... So embrace and work with nature’s mess instead of fighting for perfection." - Kate Hagan⁠ ⁠ Find 7 tips on working with the natural world to create a truly "green" landscape you can enjoy through the ebbs and flows of the seasons - link in bio🌿⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .#ecoparent #sustainableliving #beautifulchaos #1000hoursoutside #sustainblelandscapes #homeandgarden #ecoconscious #landscapingtips #greenhomes #childhoodunplugged #slowliving