Author: Rebecca Grace || Earnest Mom

Earnest Mom follows our journey from a school based system into home learning with my wild and free three - and regular momming life. S (15), E (10) and J (7) are my three who make me want to be a better person every single day. We love God, reading aloud, sharing stories, building blocks, nature hikes, family suppers, and trying to be kind caring humans to those around us. Home learning is a whole new world to us and we are so thankful that you have stopped in to join the ride. Follow us on Instagram @earnestmomblog Bless, Rebecca
Earnest Mom loves Bookroo, and you should too!

Earnest Mom loves Bookroo, and you should too!

by Rebecca Grace || Earnest Mom ♥ 2 Comments

With the mass flood of subscription boxes out there, it’s hard to sort through and see which ones are the best fit for you and your family. Boxes range from bow ties, nail polish  and make up to fitness and even dog and cat themed; then there is the children’s market and this is the area that peaks my interest. I love the idea of something special coming in the mail every month for my earnest littles. I’ve tried many out there, which mainly focus on toys or crafts and I was recently introduced to Bookroo. 

Bookroo is a monthly subscription box that, like many others can be paid on a multiple month subscription at a discounted price or just a renewable monthly one for a set price each month.  This sub-box was started by three couples who were passionate about helping families build their children’s library; especially with the current reports of the importance of early literacy for our children. 

Starting at $17.95 a month (stay tuned for an earnest mom exclusive discount) you can choose from a 6, 3 or 1 month subscription plan and your child will received a specially curated box of 2-3 books for their own library. I earnestly love this, I love the passion I feel from this company as they truly desire to help increase literacy for children. They quoted one of my favorite authors with their mission statement:

“It is a great thing to start life with a small number of really good books which are your very own.”

– Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

I also love that if they send you a book you already have, you can snap a pic of the two books to them and they will give you a discount off of your next box! And hey, if you have two of that book now – donate to a local book bank or drive to help other families build their own libraries too! 

So, looking to try something new? Something that will increase your children’s love for literacy and learning? Then, why not invest in their own library, and their own opportunity to explore the world through the timeless written word. Go ahead, give Bookroo a try! Check out this earnest mom link Bookroo Subscription and a $4 discount will be automatically applied when you check out. 

Remember earnest followers, as quoted by the beloved Dr. Suess, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.”  Happy readings!

x. 

earnest mom. 

Earnest Mom loves Bookroo, and you should too!

Earnest Mom loves Bookroo, and you should too!

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With the mass flood of subscription boxes out there, it’s hard to sort through and see which ones are the best fit for you and your family. Boxes range from bow ties, nail polish  and make up to fitness and even dog and cat themed; then there is the children’s market and this is the area that peaks my interest. I love the idea of something special coming in the mail every month for my earnest littles. I’ve tried many out there, which mainly focus on toys or crafts and I was recently introduced to Bookroo. 

Bookroo is a monthly subscription box that, like many others can be paid on a multiple month subscription at a discounted price or just a renewable monthly one for a set price each month.  This sub-box was started by three couples who were passionate about helping families build their children’s library; especially with the current reports of the importance of early literacy for our children. 

Starting at $17.95 a month (stay tuned for an earnest mom exclusive discount) you can choose from a 6, 3 or 1 month subscription plan and your child will received a specially curated box of 2-3 books for their own library. I earnestly love this, I love the passion I feel from this company as they truly desire to help increase literacy for children. They quoted one of my favorite authors with their mission statement:

“It is a great thing to start life with a small number of really good books which are your very own.”

– Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

I also love that if they send you a book you already have, you can snap a pic of the two books to them and they will give you a discount off of your next box! And hey, if you have two of that book now – donate to a local book bank or drive to help other families build their own libraries too! 

So, looking to try something new? Something that will increase your children’s love for literacy and learning? Then, why not invest in their own library, and their own opportunity to explore the world through the timeless written word. Go ahead, give Bookroo a try! Check out this earnest mom link Bookroo Subscription and a $4 discount will be automatically applied when you check out. 

Remember earnest followers, as quoted by the beloved Dr. Suess, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.”  Happy readings!

x. 

earnest mom. 

Earnest Mom’s Crunchy Journey. Turning Red to Green. 

Earnest Mom’s Crunchy Journey. Turning Red to Green. 

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Shop the new Honest Feminine Care line!**This post contains Honest Company affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links.** 

Ok, ladies this one is for you. After attending a Red to Green session at Mommy Con Columbus, I decided this topic was an important one to touch on in this series. We are chatting about Aunt Flow and the the many options we have out there to help get us through that time of the month. That being said, I will not be focusing on anything graphic. This crunchy journey will look at how we can be more green when we are menstruating. 

How about a few facts:

  • Tampons and pads with odor neutralizers and artificial fragrances are chemicals, conatining artificial colors, polyester, adhesives, polyethylene (PET), polypropylene and propylene glycol (PEG), all linked to hormone disruption, cancer, birth defects, dryness and infertility. 
  • In general, mass marketed tampons and pads contain genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) and numerous pesticides. 
  • Chlorine bleach is what is used to make pads and tampons so white, which can create Dioxin.  Dioxin has been linked to: Abnormal tissue growth in the abdomen and reproductive organs, abnormal cell growth throughout the body, immune system suppression, hormonal and endocrine system disruption Note: Dioxin has been found in Breastmilk which means not only are mamas exposed but so are their nurslings
  • Since menstrual pads and tampons are classified as “medical devices,” ingredient disclosure is not mandatory.
  • And then there is the waste. An average woman in the US will use more than 16,800 in her lifetime. 
  • Approximately 20 Billion (with a B) menstrual pads, tampons and tampon applicators are sent to landfills each year – maybe that’s why we see them in our streams, lakes and beaches. Gross. 

So, what are our options?! I mean, we do want options right? We are talking about the most sensitive parts of our body and we are willing to blindly put all kinds of chemicals there. Yikes. As far as alternatives to disposable all together; you’ve got mama cloth (reusable cloth pads and tampons) and menstrual cups. This earnest mom has fully converted to cups and mama cloth, no more waste here.  I have included some links below where you can get some great cloth pads and cups online. If reusable is just not your thing, which is okay – there are companies that offer chemical and bleach free, organic cotton disposal options, check the banners and stay tuned, I will be giving away an Honest Organic Pad Set, be sure to enter!

My earnest ladies, I encourage you to not just take my word on it; do your own research. Be informed, these ate the only bodies we have and we’ve got to take care of them!

Curious about cups but not sure where to start? Kim Rosas of Put a Cup In It has a great website that really helped me with my cup usage and information. Let’s work together to become more healthy, have less chemical exposure and less waste!  

Enter to win an Honest Company Organic Pad Set (one 10 pack of regular and one ten pack of super pads) at the link here:

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Have questions about what I use, suggestions or thoughts about turning red to green? Please email me, I’d love to keep this #detoxthebox conversation going, and please if you are going to comment let’s refrain from being too graphic as I would like to keep my blog as earnestly wholesome as possible. 

UPDATE: Still in the fence about trying Honest?! Use this code to get $10 off your first order of $25 or more! Use: GET10

x. 

earnest mom. 

Some cloth and cup links:

The Pink Lemonade Shop

Lunette Cup

The Diva Cup

Organic Disposable Options:
Shop the new Honest Feminine Care line!