Simple things we can do to live more organically today

I am a germ lover. I admit it. I believe in germs and their ability to strengthen the human body. I believe that kids need to play in the dirt, and pet animals, and pick boogers, and skin their knees....it's all part of the natural exposure a growing body needs to aquire a strong immune system and fend off more dangerous germs in the future. Let's face it we don't live in a bubble. We live in a real world where children and adults alike are cohabiting with germs by the millions and scary viruses that seem to change and morph every year. That being said, I also believe that chemicals, free radicals, and exposure to pesticides and carcinogens in our every day life have hit an all time high. Living more cleanly and organically sounds so daunting. First of all it's expensive, and secondly, who has the time? There is so much knowledge and advice we have to weed through to even know where to begin. But these are our kids. One day of mosquito repellent may not be a big deal, but small habits such as repellent that we don't change over time, combined with other habits, over ten years can lead to disease and built up levels of toxins in their adult years. At sugarfly, we believe in starting slow, changing one bad habit at a time...and adding another in, and another, until it doesn't seem so daunting...and after while, you are living a cleaner life! To me, that is the way to make changes, slow and easy, that way, they seem to become more of a life change, not just "kick." I am passionate about cleaning up my kids exposure to toxins, and our environment and I know you are too! Throughout the month, I will share some of these tips to easily and cheaply steer clear dangerous toxins, and make our homes a clean so our kids can enjoy this dirty world without worry!

Tip #1) Natural cleaning products are full of harsh chemicals, strong fumes, and many are tested on animals. The good news is, natural cleaning products are easier to find and less expensive than they have ever been! My favorite are the METHOD cleaning products made by Target. They smell awesome (my favorite is the melon cucumber all purpose spray, which leaves your bathroom smelling like melons for hours after you clean it!) They have everything from window cleaner to toilet scrub, and best news is, they really work and are not tested on animals. They are great for the environment, and just as importantly, our environment, safe to touch and breathe for children and mom's alike! So ditch your old cleaning products and make the switch!