Today I have been uninspired to do a product review. Instead I decided to share ways I have saved money, but continued to be green.
1. Glass Breastmilk Storage
As you all know I work full time, and pump at work. When I first started I was concerned as to how to store my milk for long term on a budget. Bottles are expensive and I was not about to freeze a stash like that in bottles. But I was determined to keep as little my milk as possible in plastic. My solution – Mason Jars.
I use half pint mason jars. It is really the best solution. The portion sizes are small (8oz) they are reusable, and easily sterilized. Also they are easily marked with dates. I use a Dry Erase marker to easily wipe off the date after the milk has been used.
2. Breastfeeding Tank Tops in lieu of Designer Tops
While my entire closet is not decked out with tank tops, a great portion of it is breastfeeding tanks. Why? Because I can easily turn any top into a breastfeeding top when layered with a tank. My abs are covered, but I have access to the goods. The only thing is that the top layer needs to be loose or lifting it will be prove difficult.
3. Breastpads
I only purchased a few reusable breastpads, like 2 boxes, and I used them for less than 12 weeks. I have never used a disposable breastpad EVER. This is really the healthiest thing to do for yourself and your pocketbook. Your body needs to breathe, so let it. If I have a MER or Milk Ejection Reflex at an inopportune time then I just politely cross my arms and apply a little pressure. If any leaks through then it is minimal and drys quickly.
4. Coconut Oil
I have found this to be an inexpensive miracle cure for most skin ailments. AND CLOTH DIAPER SAFE! I think it cost me $10 for like half a pound or a full pound at Sprouts. The exact size is not important. The stuff goes for miles so it makes it extremely inexpensive. I use it on dry skin, eczema, diaper rash, heat rash, and dry skin. Totally worth it.
5. Buy used
I buy used whenever possible. This is a no brainer. It is both cheap and the greatest form of recycling. I rarely pay retail for anything largely because of craigslist and eBay.
How do you save money and stay green?
Re coconut oil: it us DELISH when used in place of standard oils when loping corn!
Of course that should say “popping” corn.
I was starting to wonder. We use it to pop corn at work mmmmmm it is mighty tasty that way.
coconut oil is also GREAT at removing make up gently (even that awful waterproof mascara that never ever comes off!) and is a perfect oil for using the oil cleansing method on your face! I’ve heard a little bit rubbed on your hands and ran through your hair will solve flyaways and provide lightweight conditioning as well! Its a multi-purpose miracle oil!