When one finds themselves pregnant they think about all the things they want to do to provide the best environment for their child and best upbringing. One of these factors for many is to bring their child up in an environmentally friendly environment. Green living is important for most parents. This article has 5 tips to being a green parent.

Breastfeed - There is nothing more eco-friendly than breastfeeding. No bottles required, no electricity needed to heat the milk and no added materials. Breastfeeding provides all the nourishment your child needs without having to rely on packaged goods and add to the waste that is already accumulating massively on our planet.
Eat Healthily - It is always best to opt for organic products whenever you can. You can also grow your own fruits and vegetables to get the best organic food you could ever hope for. Eating a healthy diet full of raw fruits and vegetables will make your feel better, cut down the impact you have on the earth and provide your child will lots of nourishment. If your child sees you eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables they will catch on to and will love picking them from their own garden.
Use Alternatives To Cleaning Products - Cleaning products are full of harsh chemicals that can affect you and your child's health. They are also unnecessary and there are plenty of green alternatives. You can even use things such as lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda and do not have to rely on the green products you find in stores. Try to also reduce your use of personal care products such as shampoos and bubble bath. Water, for the most part, is all you need. You can also get organic natural products that will last longer so not only are better for your health but also have less of an impact of the environment as a whole.
Stick To Natural Toys & Limit Them - Generally the simplest things can be the best toys for children. A cardboard box, for example, can give a child hours of fun, whereas plastic toys with flashing lights often lose the interest of children fairly quickly. Try to get your child natural toys that stimulate imagination, intellect and health rather than plastic toys that can be hazard to health and do not allow your child's imagination to run wild.
Buy Less - Babies do not need as much stuff as people insist. For some they don't even need a cot or a pushchair. Only buy what is essential and that you need. Buying less is a great thing to learn and adapt to and is much better for the environment.

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