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2023 Sustainable Shopping Guide

April 20, 2023 By Melanie No Comments

Happy Earth Month, fam! Although sustainability shouldn’t solely be top of mind on Earth Day, I thought it would be fun to put together a little sustainable shopping guide filled with my favorite products and finds from over the years. Every holiday season I release a “Healthy Holiday Gift Guide” that continues to be the most popular blog posts on my site so you can think of this as a branch off of that series.

Below you’ll find my top picks in activewear, home decor, pet products and more. The good thing is, there are SO many more brands to choose from out there that source from sustainable materials, use recyclable packaging or provide ways for us to reduce our impact on the environment during daily tasks. What you see below are things you’ll find in my own home or brands I’ve tested/tried in the past that I know you’ll love.

I hope you find this helpful or it will at least give you some fun ideas for the next time you’re looking for eco-friendly brands to shop from.

  1. Zero Waste Dish Brush Set
  2. Smeg Milk Frother
  3. Stasher Bags
  4. Lomi Composter
  5. Our Place Knife Trio
  6. Butterfly Glass Straws
  7. Lotus Trolley Bags
  1. Cay Skin Suncare Products
  2. Makeup Remover Pads
  3. Tata Harper Refillable Skincare Products
  4. Alpyn Beauty Products
  5. Hanni Razor
  6. Humble Botanics Bath Bombs
  7. Axiology Lip Balmies
  1. Stanley Tumbler
  2. Nisolo Sandals
  3. Adidas Cloudform Sneakers
  4. Dagne Dover Backpack
  5. Summersalt Activewear Sets
  6. Outdoor Voices Exercise Dress
  7. Girlfriend Collective Bodysuit
  1. Swedish Dish Cloths
  2. Blueland Laundry Booster
  3. Seventh Generation Cleaning Products
  4. Grove Collaborative Cleaning Products
  5. iRobot Vacuum
  6. Friendsheep Wool Dryer Balls
  7. Dishwasher Starter Set
  1. Eucalypso Bamboo Sheets
  2. Jenni Kayne Tray
  3. West Elm Nighstand
  4. Likha Planters and Baskets
  5. Parachute Linen Curtain
  6. Parachute Braided Wool Rug
  7. Flexispot Bamboo Standing Desk
  1. Harry Barker Toys
  2. Kong Rubber Toys
  3. Petaluma Sweet Potato Jerky
  4. Foggy Dog Walk Set
  5. Earth Rated Grooming Wipes
  6. West Paw Dog Bed
  7. Wild One Stainless Steel Bowl

If you enjoyed this shopping guide I’d love to know! Leave a comment below or share with a friend. I’ll continue to share roundups like this on my LTK so be sure to subscribe to my channel there!

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Hi and welcome to Headstands & Heels! I’m Melanie — a Digital Strategist turned Wellness Entrepreneur, certified yoga instructor (RYT 200), dog mama, and content creator based in Denver. I hope to encourage others to follow their dreams and cultivate a healthy, balanced lifestyle filled with mindfulness and positivity. šŸ’• Send me a note at: mel@headstandsandheels.com

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I’m so excited to present the ultimate Cozy Chri I’m so excited to present the ultimate Cozy Christmas Starter Kit to help you make the most of this joyous, festive season! šŸŽ„ 

And if you still think it’s too early to get in the holiday spirit, don’t blame me… blame Starbucks for releasing their holiday flavors today šŸ˜‰

All jokes aside, I’m personally really ready for all the fun Christmas crafts, holiday parties, and sharing old (and starting new!) traditions with my daughter for the first time

Inside this ā€œkitā€ you’ll find:
✨a seasonal affirmation & journal prompt 
✨holiday cheer - acts of kindness bingo 
✨diy Christmas decor ideas 
✨festive cocktails for hosting 
✨holiday date ideas 
✨holiday party inspo to bring friends together
✨a very merry bucket list 
✨finding your perfect Christmas mug 
✨and an important reminder 

Be sure to save and spread the joy! 🄰 

And if you’re willing to share, I’d love to know what YOUR favorite holiday traditions or activities are! 

#christmastime #holidayspirit #cozychristmas #holidayseason #holidaybucketlist
One of the most difficult parts of being a new mom One of the most difficult parts of being a new mom has been learning how to let go of the need to constantly be ā€œproductiveā€

and as a chronic overachiever, I’ve struggled a lot with tying self-worth to productivity. Which means accepting that my goals might take more of a backseat right now has been extra challenging

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Being able to reframe the classic thought pattern of ā€œI did nothing todayā€ to one of these more positive phrases is a helpful way to place the emphasis on self-care and acknowledge that there is joy to be found in slowing down 

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#romanticizeyourlife #intentionaliving #softwellness #softgirlera #slowliving #healthylifestyle
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GIVE YOURSELF A RELEASE
when your body just needs to let go of any pent up tension, stress or anxiety — movement and allowing yourself to FEEL all of the emotions can be the best medicine

GROUND YOURSELF IN THE PRESENT
after releasing the feelings and energy, try a few grounding practices to reorient your nervous system and come back to the present moment 

ACTIVATE THE RELAXATION RESPONSE
slow down and help your body transition to the parasympathetic nervous system (otherwise known as the ā€œrest & digestā€ state) with activities like breathwork, yoga, or even a long hug 

GET SUPPORT FROM LOVED ONES
intentionally surround yourself with people who help you regulate your stress vs add to it. The feeling of being safe and supported can’t ever be underestimated 

PRIORITIZE DEEP REST 
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I know Nov 1st may seem a little early to start celebrating the Christmas season for some but I always feel like this time of year flies by too fast. So decorating our home early and starting all the fun Christmas baking, crafts and festive activities feels like a special way to make the most of the holidays ā¤ļø

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Halloween isn’t my fav holiday but I do love a themed cozy evening with my favorite person… and it feels even more special these days as new parents. So we decided to have a SPOOKY date complete with homemade pizzas (with ghost shaped mozzarella), blackberry smash cocktails, a candle painting craft, pumpkin ice cream, and a rewatch of ā€œHaunting of Bly Manorā€ šŸ–¤ 

PS: I’m not a big horror movie fan but this show is such a well done metaphor of how grief can haunt you and the tone feels much more gothic romance than classic jump scares 

Anywaaay, after tomorrow I’m looking forward to decorating our home for Christmas and you can expect lots of cozy, whimsical ideas to savor and celebrate the holiday season coming soon ā˜ŗļø

#datenightin #cozyseason #halloweenishere #romanticizeyourlife #datenightideas
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Here are a few of my #fallfavorites from the archives featuring lots of leaf peeping, spooky treats, and fun moments with family and friends.

#lifelately #autumnarchives #fallgirl #cozygirlfall #cozyseason #babiesfirstfall #romanticizelife #simplejoys #newmomlife #fallphotodump
Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ri Bringing you behind the scenes of the Halloween Ride & Haunted Happy Hour I hosted for my @denverfitfriends community this past weekend! šŸ‘» šŸŽ¶ 

The gals showed up in costume and @ritual_indoorcycling led us through such a fun 45 min ride with all the best spooky vibes šŸ–¤ 

A big thank you to our vendors @alythactive, @truvani and @drinkparch for making this an extra special experience! 

I have one last DenFit event planned for November to wrap up the year so if you’re in the Denver area stay tuned for details coming sooooon āœØā˜ŗļø

#denverfitfriends #denfit #denverfitnesscommunity #denverfitness #dayinmylife #halloweenevent #wellnessgirl
ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Ha ā€œWhen we are together darling, every night is Halloween.ā€ šŸ–¤

Lily was invited to her first Halloween party yesterday so we obviously had to dress up as one of the most iconic, creepy + kooky families ever! And I know I’m so biased but I don’t think I’ve seen a cuter Wednesday Addams 🄹

Such a fun way to celebrate spooky season (and a pretty easy family costume if you’re in need of something last minute!) 

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I’m kicking things off with 3 of my favorite fall crafts that I’ve been loving for both solo cozy nights in or for hosting friends ✨. You can find tutorials and video examples of all three in my recent reels

I hope you guys enjoy our cozy chat šŸ’¬ 

#cozyhobbies #cozycrafts #fallgirl #selfcaretips #comfortcreator #wellbeing #wellnessjourney #softwellness #hobbiesareimportant #romanticizeyourlife #cozycorner #joyfulliving
You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but You all know I love a mindful morning routine, but in this season of life, cozy evening rituals have been everything for me āœØšŸ’•

If you’re looking for quick and simple ways to add a little more hygge into your evenings, these are some of my personal favorites to: 

Restore your Body
✨just a few minutes of intentional movement or nourishing self care can help your body relax, unwind and prepare for a good night’s sleep 

Clear your Mind
✨ stop the scroll and opt for more positive ways to reduce the mental clutter. Taking a few minutes to reflect and reset your thoughts can help you fall asleep with a clear mind 

Soothe your Soul
✨the quiet moments of the evening provide the perfect opportunity to choose activities that make you happy. Whether it’s reading a book, trying a new cozy hobby or even as simple as stepping outside to look at the moon & stars… choose to end your day with warmth and ease 

If you’d like to receive my free printable Autumn Reflections guided journal, just comment JOURNAL and I’ll send it straight to your inbox. It’s the perfect thing to add to your cozy evening (or morning) routine 🧔

#mindfulmoments #cozyvibes #cozyseason #joyfulliving #happyandhealthy #hygge #intentionalliving #cozyrituals #healthyliving
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