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Health Books and Top Podcasts to Create a Non Toxic Home

Post published: September 5, 2021
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My entire life I’ve been what I refer to as a serial learner. Meaning, I love consuming information, learning and reading -- sometimes more than the actual application of what…

Organic Bath and Natural Beauty Products for Girls Skin

Post published: August 22, 2021
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My kids are the biggest reason for my changes to our home. Before them I wasn’t truly that aware of any toxin or any problem with our current lifestyle. And…

Why I Chose Medify Air Purifiers: My Research and Opinions

Post published: August 15, 2021
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One of the most frequently asked questions I get is what is my preferred air purifier, and is it worth it? As a mom and also a healthy home advocate, …

Thrive Market: Ethical Company & Amazon Alternative

Post published: July 4, 2021
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I used to be an Amazon junkie. And by that I mean that the Amazon Prime Truck was at my house several times a week -- sometimes even more than…

Why Dusting Your Home is Important to Your Health

Post published: June 20, 2021
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Can I be completely honest with you? I absolutely HATE dust. But if I’m going to be even more honest with you….I hate dusting EVEN more. It’s the chore that…

Baby Bedding Essentials & Organic Baby Blanket Picks

Post published: June 13, 2021
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Having a baby at home often means getting very little sleep -- especially in the middle of those darn baby sleep regressions. (I think the term “baby sleep regression” is…

Easily Reduce Environmental Toxins at Home & Create a Healthy Lifestyle

Post published: May 30, 2021
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There’s this idea out there that “home takes time”. It’s the idea that your home doesn’t change overnight to be exactly what you envision. And it’s the idea that slowly…

Minimalist Approach to Lowering Toxins for a Healthy Home

Post published: May 23, 2021
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I wouldn’t necessarily categorize myself as a minimalist, per say. But, I do think that a lot of my tendencies at this point in my life lean towards the minimalist…

What Are VOCs: How to Reduce Volatile Organic Compounds at home

Post published: May 9, 2021
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One of those popular terms when it comes to a healthy home is “VOC free”. But what are VOCs? My stance on just about any toxin is you have to…

Are Essential Oils Safe: LaCura Review (Plus Essential Oils Uses Chart)

Post published: April 25, 2021
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A lot of times, a healthy house coincides with adding essential oils to your daily routine. You may have jumped right on board with essential oils, but my essential oils…

Upcoming Workshop: Healthy Home HVAC & Air Duct Master Class

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Amanda Klecker

As a mom and homeowner myself, I'm passionate about helping homeowners create their own healthy living environment. Through online workshops, home consultations and home inspections, I help ease families into a life of healthy living at home. It gives me such joy to help families start their kids out with safe and healthy living spaces to help shape their own healthy habits and lives. Professional Information: - Certified Professional Home Inspector (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors). - Certified Building Biologist (International Institute for Building Biology). - Water Quality Standards Academy (through the EPA). Contributor for LiveWell Collective, Mind Body Green & Radio MD.