Favourite Wellness Resources

Biome

Biome have stores in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Melbourne, however as a busy mama I just love that they are online as well.

In fact, Biome are one of my go-to online retailers for all things eco, BB friendly, sustainable and healthy. From body and beauty products, lunchboxes and water bottles, to slow fashion, Biome carries reputable brands that I can count on.

Some of the things I love about Biome is that they:

• have strict ingredient standards,
• are 100% cruelty free and palm oil free,
• provide environmentally responsible packaging,
• offset shipping emissions, and
• provide easy 30 day returns in-store and online!

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N-Essentials

One of my main go-to online Aussie stores for natural DIY ingredients and natural skin care.

N-Essentials are a wholesale supplier for skincare, aromatherapy, haircare and eco-household raw materials that sell direct to the public. Think cosmetic butters, plant oils and the like.

N-Essentials has the ingredients for your next DIY project or Inspired Little Pot Make and Play session with the littles covered.

And BONUS by using the code BBMAMA you can get the added bonus of 10% OFF!

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Intuitive Whispers

These products are for the mamas (and there is even something for the teenagers of the house too).

Finding a deodorant that is free from toxic ingredients such as aluminium, alcohol, parabens and other synthetics AND actually works is tricky. Trust me, I have tried a lot and found out the pongy way! And I can name the few brands I know and recommend on one hand.

I just love Intuitive Whispers, not only because of the ethics, high standards and passion behind the brand but the ingredients have been carefully selected to support me whilst at the same time it has an elegance that indulges my femininity and all things beauty at the same time. I know, that’s a lot to live up to!

Intuitive Whispers are Australian Made, Australian owned and have a range of deodorants and artisan perfumes that are not only beautiful but good for you too.

Intuitive Whispers Breast Care deodorant is a finalist in the Australian Non-Toxic Awards for 2020!

Here is an interview with Jane, my colleagues and myself over at Healthier Homes & Living for some insight into Jane’s heart centred brand.

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SYB

EMF Protection Products

Founder of SYB and son of EMF expert Martin Blank, R Blank sums up the issues with EMF so succinctly:

1. There are literally thousands of high-quality, peer-reviewed scientific studies linking EMF exposure with many negative health effects— cancer, infertility, melatonin suppression, blood brain barrier leakage, and many more.
2. The technology that emits EMF radiation continues to grow at an exponential rate, meaning that human exposures to EMF continue — and will continue — to grow exponentially into the future. The trend line of exponential growth of human-made EMF is not going to stop.
3. EMF-emitting technology forms the entire basis for modern society. 

Whilst we cannot just get rid of all EMF, to some degree it is here to stay but there are safer ways to use this technology. It is that premise that R develops and thoroughly tests every single product, including for emerging technologies such as 5G.

As you can see from the photo I just love and the baby products (blanket and beanie). But just a hint, it is not just our babe that uses the blanket, it is so versatile and I even used it whilst pregnant.

Our family also use SYB laptop pads, phone pouch and headsets.

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The Inspired Little Pot

Want easy natural DIY kid safe make and play recipes?

Then Krissy Ballinger is your go to girl and she has just released her new (second) book on presale. Which is super exciting because if you buy it now you will not only get the printed book sent directly to you in October but you will also get an instant download of the book (valued at $14.95) for FREE!!!!

Who is Krissy Ballinger? Well she is just the brains behind amazing less toxic and natural DIY recipes to make and play with your littles. Think doughnut moisturising bars and wobbly jelly soap and even puffy paint.

We have downloaded our copy and will posting our faves on instagram. The recipes have minimal ingredients and  can easily be  found at your local bulk food store or online.

Personally I think this is the perfect book to add to your littles homeschooling, unschooling or anytime you want to have some fun and keep the littles busy with a valued activity.

Here is the link if you want to check it out… Make and Play by Krissy Ballinger

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Block Blue Light

Having littles that get up through the night, it has been imperative that we have lights and lamps that we can turn on so we can see where we are going and assist without waking everyone up.

Block Blue Light globes is what we use in our house.

We use both colours, the amber and the red for different applications.

Firstly we have the Red Plug In Night Light for Sleep that plugs directly into the power outlet for a soft red glow, more than enough for us to see during the night without interrupting the littles sleep. Secondly we have the Sweet Dreams Sleep Light, which is an amber globe we have fitted to the lamps. This is the only light we use after the sun has gone down as it has no blue light.

The Australian company Block Blue Light also have Blue Blocking Glasses.

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Wholefood Merchants

WM “serve the local community with fresh, organic, pesticide and allergy-free products that are good for the environment and ultimately good for you too”.

WM stock everything we need to get through our week and to be honest this is where we prefer to do our weekly shopping.

We especially love:

• the amazing range of pantry items, including a plethora of gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and more (we especially love their range of dairy-free/vegan yoghurts and cheeses)
• the fruit and vegetables always looks fresh and the few items that are not organic are always clearly labelled
• they have a great selection of organic, biodynamic and free-range, chemical-free meats and poultry
• a good range of bulk foods which includes grains, nuts, dried fruits, seeds (we especially love that they try to source direct from the farmer)
• they have a dedicated area and staff member always ready to assist with all things beauty- skin care and make up
• the staff are always so friendly and welcoming
• they are open everyday

Wholefood Merchants really do have everything. We just love them.

They have a few locations (Ferntree Gully, Greensborough, Southern Cross) in Melbourne and our experience is at the Ferntree Gully location.

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SHP

There is just something so cute about a bub in a Modern Cloth Nappy and I am an absolute raving fan of these gorgeous nappies and Michelle and her little business. You see, SHP are a true family business right here in Queensland, Australia that specialises in natural, nights, timeless designs (I think) and bubs with allergies including newborns. SHP live and breathe all things sustainable and natural, where possible, as well as support local businesses in the process.

Michelle at SHP offers the sweetest fabric designs alongside natural undyed fabric and undyed certified organic wool. She doesn’t use any polyurethane laminate (PUL) plastic in any of her designs either, which as a Building Biologist I love.

If you are unsure or curious, drop Michelle a line, she was super patient and helpful when I was putting my order through.

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Apples and Sage Organic Wholefoods

Apples and Sage are a family-owned and run business that are passionate in providing organic and biodynamic produce. Like so many unfortunate stories I have heard along my travels, owner Jenny suffered a serious illness and in search of the right kinds of foods she was led to organic and biodynamic foods. Jenny’s health improved and she and her family have been committed to an organic diet ever since.

Located in Balwyn, Victoria, Apples and Sage’s team provide good old-fashioned customer service seven days a week as well as organic fruit and vegetables, grocery items, dairy and frozen foods, vegan and Kosher products, gluten free products, bulk chocolate, nuts, seeds, flours, and pulses, wine and beer, cleaning products, probiotics, a fresh peanut butter station, a raw honey station and a kombucha bar.

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My Goodness Organics

My Goodness Organics ‘About’ page proudly say they provide ready-made healthy meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, as well as juice cleansing products, soup and broths all delivered to your door every Sunday arvo ready for the week ahead. But to me they are more than that, they have been a godsend to me and my family, especially during my pregnancy and now that we have a newborn. Bec and Warren are passionate about nourishing and providing healthy, hormone and chemical free meals by only using organic meats, sustainable seafood and organic produce.

They cater for the majority of dietary intolerances and preferences including paleo, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and refined sugar-free individuals which is perfect for our gluten and dairy intolerant family members.

My Goodness Organic also pride themselves on low waste, low food miles, biodegradability and sustainability. Not many businesses can say that I am sure you’ll agree.

Bec and Warren also generously offer a $30 discount on your first order. Obviously the code can only be used once. Head over the website to have a look at all the scrumptious meals and treats they have on offer.

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Blessed Earth

Blessed Earth are an Australian owned business that was established in 2004.

They only carry certified organic cotton and manufacture clothing, bedlinen, mattresses, bedding and even certified organic carpets. Our home adorns many of their products.

Blessed Earth’s manufacturers in India and Turkey are certified by the Global Organic Textiles Standard. They regularly visit their overseas suppliers and have obtained a certificate that their imported goods are not fumigated on entry to Australia.

They believe in consumers asking questions and not being misled by unethical marketing practices. And I love this about them.

If my family ever travel to Maleny, Queensland, we will definitely be visiting their café where I’ve heard much of the food is grown on the property!

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Organature

Organature are a family owned Australian business who manufacture organic bed linen, sheets, pillows, quilts, baby bedding, protectors, mattresses and futons. They also provide organic cotton and hemp clothing for men, women, babies, toddlers, teens and children. All their fabrics and fillings are certified GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

Organature also manufacture Australia made non-toxic hardwood timber beds, bunks, cots and furniture, as well as a range of other household items including cellophane bags that are made from true cellulose, that is biodegradable and compostable. They are not plastic; they are just made to look like cellophane!

Organature deliver Australia wide.

We love our bedroom ensembles manufactured by Organature.

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Wattle View Farm

Wattle View Farm is a family farm in Gippsland that uses sustainable and holistic practices to produce organic food. They pride themselves on growing the “best, safest, most-environmentally-responsible and most humane food available”. They don’t use any pesticides, herbicides, fungicides or other chemicals that may be harmful to the environment or the foods that they produce.

Their cattle and sheep are 100% grass-fed and grass finished. Their pigs are raised outdoors on pasture and supplemented with vegetables and fruit that they grow on their farm, bread from their local supermarket, as well as milk from their local milk processing plant. They avoid the use of synthetic growth promotants (HGPs), hormones and antibiotics.

They supply directly at farmers markets and although they are not attending markets at the moment due to coronavirus-SARS-2 restrictions, they continue to home deliver. In fact they are currently offering FREE delivery anywhere in Victoria when you spend over $149.99.

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Ra Optics

The Ra Optics brand is named after Ra the Egyptian God of the sun.

You see artificial light is heavily loaded with blue and green light wavelengths, which without the rest of the visible light wavelengths to balance it out, depletes our melatonin levels. Without adequate melatonin levels our sleep quality may be impacted and ultimately affect our overall health as a result.

Being a mama of a little who has struggled to maintain adequate melatonin levels, we use Ra Optic lenses to assist us in maintaining adequate melatonin levels naturally.

Enter the code BBMAMA at checkout for an extra 10% off

Wray Organic Market and Café

Located in Cleveland, Queensland, Wray Organic provide organic fruit and vegetables, grocery items, dairy and frozen foods, vegan, gluten free products, wine and beer, and cleaning products and personal care products. All produce sold in store are Australian grown and sourced from local certified organic growers.

My littles and I just love their café and regularly shop and eat at Wray Organic when we travel to Brisbane.

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