The Unrooted Mama Podcast

Ever wonder how electricity ties into our overall environmental impact?? In this episode, I'll tell you how- AND how you can save money while lowering that impact by being mindful about electricity use. Mentioned in this ep: Carbon Footprint Calculator: https://www3.epa.gov/carbon-footprint-calculator/

Trying to lower your waste and live more sustainably? Here's 5 things you can give a new life to instead of tossing in the trash. Lower your waste, repurpose an item, AND save money by using something you already have instead of buying new?? Triple win.

Thoughts are powerful. What we think about not only dictates the world around us, but how we see and react to things, and how we treat other people. In this episode, I talk about the 3 steps that help me stay in control of my thoughts, and how you can take the reins on your thoughts too. Listen to hear about how to take back the reins in order to shift your perspective, interactions, and days in g...

At this point, it's pretty clear that natural disasters have been increasing. Globally, headlines of raging wildfires and crazed hurricanes are appearing everywhere. But, did you know that there is a direct link between these extreme natural disasters and... *drumroll*... yep, climate change.  Listen to hear about this link and different ways that it's evident that climate change drives...

Have a case of eco-anxiety brought on by recent news articles about climate change? You're not alone. Listen to hear 5 tips to help reduce that feeling of existential dread you get by thinking about global warming. Also mentioned in this episode : grab my free eco-friendly living guide here!

Are you someone who's thought about thrift shopping, or is intrigued by the idea... but also a little intimidated? Maybe you've walked into one, got overwhelmed, and then walked out empty-handed, admitting defeat. If you are curious about thrifting and want to go, but don't really know where to start or what to look for, this episode is for you, friend! Listen to hear my 9 biggest t...

Let's talk about the huge elephant in the room: the 6th IPCC report and all the things it's showing us about climate change. Not only that but also, what can we do  as individuals to help avoid this climate disaster that seems imminent without huge-scale change? Is it really a code red for humanity? And if so, what does that even mean? Listen to find out. Source: https://www.ipcc.ch/

If you're trying to live more eco-friendly, chances are you've been told that you need to buy so many different sustainable swaps in order to make a difference or live lower waste at all. In this episode, I'm gonna talk about why that's not necessarily the case, and what you can do that will really propel you forward in your eco-friendly living journey and make lasting impact,...

Phone notifications. Something that almost all of us deal with daily, constantly- whether it's messages, social media, or random apps on our phone. It's so normal and not a big deal.... or is it? Listen to hear about how your phone notifications could be draining your mental energy, the science behind it, and how to change it. Mentioned in this episode: study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.go...

In this episode, I talk about the key to success with eco-friendly living. One thing that can make it so much easier for you and your family to live low-waste / eco-friendly! This is something that helps you stay accountable, on track, and at bay when things in your life get overwhelming. Mentioned in this episode: join my eco-friendly living facebook group! www.unrootedmama.com/facebookgroup

One mama,  three babies, three vastly different birth stories.

I'm sure by now you've heard the term "greenwashing"... but what does it mean? Listen to hear what greenwashing is, how companies use it, and what we can do to not fall trap to common greenwashing techniques. 

Have you ever wondered what you can do to teach your kids about the environment and sustainability, and all in all just instill a love of nature in them? The good news is, it's easier than you may think. In this episode, I talk about some ways that you can raise your kiddos to be earth-friendly. Also mentioned in this episode: join my facebook group to continue discussion about raising earth-...

Self care: we see it everywhere nowadays. From body scrubs to face masks, retail therapy to meditation- there are so many different forms of self care out there to help you feel rejuvenated and recharged from the stressors of daily life. But, so much "self care" these days is being equivalated to buying this and that, and in turn, buying into the societal norm of materialism... what if I...

On this episode, I pull on an amazing guest- my good friend, Caitlin Perna! She's a feminine intimacy coach, and she does amazing work helping women with self-awareness, emotional resiliency and regulation, body confidence, and so much more. In this episode, she gives tips on emotional regulation, how to be more self-aware, and how to be more confident in our bodies! You can find Caitlin on I...

Ever feel like as a stay at home mom, your days have just been blending together? Like there's no real drive or purpose behind your days, you're just going through the motion and riding the crazy wave of motherhood? In this episode, I talk about how to set intention, get mindful, and start making the most out of your days as a stay at home mom.

Lowering your waste can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode, I share 3 easy things that anyone can implement into their life in order to lower their waste. Whether you're just starting out on your journey to eco-friendly living or you've made plenty of changes so far, these are things that will help boost you on your eco-friendly living journey and reduce the a...

Ever heard of the term "wish-cycling?" To sum it up briefly... it's the act of throwing things in the recycling bin that ultimately are NOT recyclable. This is usually done in good faith, but it can cause a variety of issues and ends up doing more harm than good. Listen to hear about wish-cycling, and what you can do to ensure that you recycle things the  right  way.

You've probably heard the term floating around before: "fast fashion"... but, what even is fast fashion? And what ties does it have to climate change? Listen to hear about what the fast fashion industry is, why it's so harmful, and what we can do to help. Also mentioned in this episode: get my free Mindful Shopping Guide here and learn how to avoid impulse purchases that you&ap...

It's April, which means Earth Day is right around the corner! If you've been trying to think of ways to celebrate your planet this month, look no further: in this episode, I share 5 easy ways to celebrate "Earth Month". These are things that just about anyone can do, so whether you're just starting on your sustainable living journey or well on your way, give this a listen...

Have you ever found yourself just stuck in a negative cycle of overthinking? It can be so mentally draining, and causes you to be plucked from the present moment and instead, stuck in anxious thoughts about the past or future. Listen to hear about how I have been dealing with overthinking, and how you can pull yourself out of that mindset next time you find yourself there.

Trying to shift to a more eco-friendly life, but don't have a huge budget for all of these eco-friendly products? No worries, friend. Listen to this episode to hear about how you can shift to an eco-friendly life while saving money!

This episode we have a super special guest- Morgan from The Sustainable Motherhood Podcast! We have a jam-packed conversation about veganism, minimalism, montessori parenting, and living eco-friendly as a mom. Morgan has a professional background in zero-waste / vegan cooking and has super helpful tips for those trying to consume less animal products, and this conversation is jammed packed full of...

When getting ready for a new baby, there are so many potential products, "essential" lists, registry items, and product choices out there that it can be so overwhelming to those getting ready for the arrival of their new little one. If you're someone that's trying to live an eco-friendly or minimal lifestyle, it can be even more challenging to figure out... what do we actually ...

When you donate a bag of clothes to the thrift store, usually once it's out of sight, it's out of mind. But... what would you say if I told you that some clothes you donate may not end up where you think they would (on the shelves of the thrift store)? Over the past recent years, light has been shed on this issue, and the sad reality is that many secondhand clothes that are donated actua...