Plastic bags in the recycling bin - we've all done it with the best intentions. 

In this episode, I'm explaining why that's actually creating a bigger problem, and sharing the simple system I use to recycle them properly instead. 

Plus, what else counts as film plastic and where to drop it all off. Simple, doable, no judgment.

Grab my free Real Life Mom's Guide to Green Kitchen Habits here: https://greenily.co/20-sustainable-kitchen-habits-lp/

Find your nearest plastic film drop off: plasticfilmrecycling.org

Follow along on Instagram: @pam.p.mercer

💚 Safe Food Storage Guide:

If you want help sorting through the plastic containers in your kitchen, grab my Safe Food Storage Guide here:

https://greenily.co/safe-food-storage-guide/

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Have you ever looked at the bottom of a plastic food container and wondered what those little numbers actually mean?

In this episode, I break down the plastic numbers (1–7) and explain which plastics are generally considered safer for food storage and which ones I personally try to limit.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• What the plastic numbers (1–7) actually mean

• Which plastics are generally considered more stable for food storage

• Which plastics I personally try to limit

• Why heat matters when using plastic containers

• A realistic approach to reducing plastic in your kitchen

My goal is always real-life green living using simple changes that work for busy families that you can feel good about.

If this episode was helpful, make sure to subscribe for more practical green living tips.

Trying to get your family to care about going green - without constantly reminding, correcting, or nagging?

In this episode, I’m sharing why it can feel so hard to encourage eco-friendly habits at home - and what actually works better than pressure or perfection.

If you’re the one remembering reusable bags, rinsing recycling, and trying to reduce plastic while everyone else just goes about their day, you’re not alone.

We’ll talk about:

• Why families change habits at different speeds
• The psychology behind resistance (even when the change is good)
• Why nagging usually backfires
• Simple ways to encourage greener habits without conflict
• How to make eco-friendly choices easier for everyone

This isn’t about forcing your family to care.
It’s about creating realistic change that fits into real life.

💚 Grab my free guide here:

Real-Life Mom’s Guide to Green Kitchen Habits
20 Green Living Habits You Can Start Using in Your Kitchen Today Without Extreme Crunchy Rules or the DIY-Everything Vibe

👉 https://greenily.co/20-sustainable-kitchen-habits-lp/

If you’re trying to reduce plastic, live greener, and make eco-friendly habits stick in a busy family, you’re in the right place.

In this episode, I break down the 3 simple checks I use when shopping to reduce plastic waste in a realistic, low-overwhelm way.

If you’re trying to go greener, make eco-friendly swaps, and simplify sustainable living for your family, this episode will help you focus on what actually matters.

💚 Want simple, practical next steps?

Grab my free guide:
Real-Life Mom’s Guide to Green Kitchen Habits
20 Green Living Habits You Can Start Using in Your Kitchen Today — Without Extreme Crunchy Rules or the DIY-Everything Vibe
https://greenily.co/20-sustainable-kitchen-habits-lp/

No perfection. No panic. Just practical steps that work in real life.

Ever feel like you’re drowning in Google searches and Pinterest tips on how to live healthier and more eco-friendly? I’ve been there — stuck in information overload, not sure what’s safe, what works, or where to start.

In this episode, I’m sharing how I cut through the noise and finally started making healthy, eco-friendly changes that actually stuck. You’ll learn why info overload keeps moms stuck, and the simple shifts that can help you take action without the stress.

👉 Grab my free 3 Rules Checklist to make swaps simple:

https://greenily.co/rules/

Want eco-friendly school supplies without the stress or “crunchy mom” vibes?
In this episode, you’ll learn 5 simple, budget-friendly swaps that make your child’s school supply list safer for them and better for the planet—without spending hours researching or overspending.

You’ll discover:

• Eye-opening stats on why these changes matter
• How to reuse last year’s supplies (and make it fun for kids)
• My top classroom swaps—like recycled notebooks, non-toxic glue sticks, and tin pencil boxes
• Safer picks for wipes, tissues, and paper towels
• The reusable lunch gear that saves money and reduces waste

Whether you change one item or your whole list, these tips will help you shop with confidence and purpose.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• 🛒 Shop My Complete Amazon List of Eco-Friendly School Supplies
• 📋 Grab My “Simple Rules for Better Choices” Checklist – Just $7

Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking for eco-friendly back-to-school tips, non-toxic classroom gear, and green lunch solutions that actually work in real life.

Packing school lunches doesn’t have to mean more plastic, more waste, or more guilt. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my favorite real-life swaps for a healthier, low-waste lunch routine—no perfection required! You’ll learn:

• How to ditch single-use plastic baggies (without losing your sanity)
• The easy trick for cutting food waste (and saving money)
• Why switching to a refillable water bottle is a game-changer

Mentioned in this episode:

• Favorite low-waste lunchbox picks? Check out all my lunch gear recommendations here → HERE
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• Safe Plastics Cabinet Checklist: Take the guesswork out of cleaning up your kitchen—ditch the worst offenders (no overwhelm required!). Download checklist HERE

Don’t forget: Progress, not perfection! Every small swap adds up. Have a question or tip to share? DM me on Instagram, or leave a comment below—I’d love to hear from you!

If digging out last year’s lunch gear made you cringe at all the plastic, you're not alone.

In this episode, I’m sharing a few simple, non-toxic swaps that make packing school lunches safer, easier, and less wasteful — without going full crunchy mom or buying a bunch of stuff you don’t need.

You’ll hear:

• Why some “BPA-free” gear still isn’t safe
• My favorite lunchbox, snack bag, and water bottle swaps
• What I don’t buy anymore 

Whether you’re new to non-toxic living or just ready to pack lunch with less plastic this year, this one’s for you.

🛍 Shop My Favorite Lunch Gear ➡️ HERE

✅ Grab the Safe Plastics Cabinet Checklist ➡️ HERE

🎧 Press play and let’s simplify your back-to-school routine — one plastic-free swap at a time.

If you’ve ever Googled "how to reduce plastic at a picnic" or "plastic-free summer BBQ tips," you’re in the right place. 

In this episode, I’m sharing simple, plastic-free swaps that make your summer cookouts safer for your family and better for the planet without the overwhelm.

I’ll cover:

• How to swap plastic plates for compostable picnic plates
  
  
• The best reusable picnic cups for busy families
  
  
• Easy ways to ditch plastic forks and food wrap
  
  
• Why these swaps matter for your family’s health (hint: microplastics)

🎧 Hit play for quick, realistic ways to enjoy a plastic-free BBQ this summer!

👉 Links to all the products I mentioned:

Compostable Plates

Compostable Utensils

Reusable/Recyclable Party Cups

Reusable Silicone Food Storage Bags

Compostable Ziptop Bags

Silicone Stretch Lids

 👉 DM me your favorite swap on Instagram at @greenilyco

Summer is here, the kids are everywhere, and you’re just trying to keep up.
If you’re in full-on snack-fetching, spill-cleaning, camp drop-off chaos, this episode is for you.

I’m sharing realistic, low-effort eco-friendly swaps that are actually doable when you’re juggling life with kids this summer. No guilt. No perfection. Just simple, quick wins that help you use less plastic and create less waste—one snack bag at a time.

🎯 In this episode:

• 3 easy eco-friendly swaps busy moms can actually use
• Why small swaps still matter (even when life is hectic)
• A quick pep talk to ditch the all-or-nothing eco guilt

💚 Check out my fav eco-friendly kitchen swaps HERE

Listen now!