Megan Wharton

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will either line my trash cans with repurposed newspaper or paper bags, or I will not line my trash cans at all.

I will spend 30 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

I will prepare my own pet food and treats to avoid plastic packaging.

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar.

I will provide daily plastic free alternatives (straws, water bottles, cuttlery, bar soap, bamboo toothbrushes, etc.) for my family to use.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.

I will replace single use diapers for reusable cloth diapers.

I will purchase meats and cheeses from the deli counter or a butcher shop, and use my own containers to do so.

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will paint rooms in my home with low/no VOC or natural paints.

I will purchase toothpaste in an aluminum tube or in a glass jar or make my own!