Safe from the Sun, Gentle on the Planet Picture this: it’s a perfect summer day, there’s a warm breeze, an endless blue sky, and a beach bag packed with snacks, books, and your favorite oversized hat. Whether you’re posted up at the coast or just catching rays on the back patio, it’s prime time to […]
What Happens to a Mattress Over Its Lifetime? We don’t often think about where our mattresses come from—or where they go when we’re done with them. But just like everything else we bring into our homes, mattresses have a full lifecycle. And how we engage with each phase of that cycle matters—not just for our […]
We spend nearly a third of our lives in bed, so it only makes sense to design our bedrooms for optimal rest. One way to do that? Let nature in. Biophilic design—or the practice of incorporating natural elements into your home—isn’t just aesthetically pleasing. It’s also backed by science. Research has shown that even brief […]
Making Sustainability a Habit (Not a Hurdle) Let’s face it—the idea of “going green” can feel overwhelming. Zero-waste kitchens, capsule wardrobes, solar panels, backyard compost bins…it all sounds great, but where do you start? And more importantly: how do you keep it up without burning out? The truth is, sustainability doesn’t have to be all […]
You’ve tried the sound machine, swapped your sheets, maybe even upgraded your mattress—but you’re still tossing and turning. The culprit? It might not be your bedtime routine—it might be your diet. According to the Sleep Foundation, the foods and drinks you consume throughout the day can significantly affect the quality and duration of your sleep. […]
Let’s be honest: parenting isn’t exactly the most carbon-neutral endeavor. Between the diapers, the wipes, the plastic-wrapped snacks, and the growing pile of toys—they don’t call it the “stuff” phase for nothing. In fact, a 2021 report by Zero Waste Europe found that the average child produces over 500 pounds of disposable diaper waste by […]
There’s a quiet kind of joy in sitting still. No to-do list, no multitasking, no tabs open—just time. For many of us, that kind of stillness feels nearly impossible to come by. We’re living in a culture that prizes productivity above all else. Rest? That’s for the weak—or at least, the weekend. But what if […]
A Good Night’s Sleep is Closer than You Think Ironically, modern sleep advice—blue light blockers, breathing apps, a 12-step routine—can make us lose sleep just trying to figure them out. But the truth is, better sleep doesn’t always require big changes. While there are plenty of high-tech gadgets and trendy supplements out there promising better […]
Waking up at 3 a.m. to the glare of passing headlights or your neighbor’s porch light? You’re not imagining it—ambient light, even in small amounts, can have a serious impact on your sleep. And while blackout curtains might seem like a simple solution, science shows they may be one of the most effective ways to […]
