gregory parker

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will replace single use diapers with reusable cloth diapers.

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

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

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

I will make better choices for the environment and my baby's bum by using reusable baby wipes most or all of the time.

I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, or dirt with baking soda.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.

I will switch to a plastic-free deodorant — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable options.

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

I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.