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An Open Letter on Mother’s Day

A letter to the women who gave me life and the daughters I birthed into this world. All having an impact and shaping me into the woman I ...
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An interview with Marlee Silva, Tiddas 4 Tiddas Founder

Marlee Silva, also known as the ultimate multi-tasker is the force behind Tiddas 4 Tiddas, a writer, a podcast host, and a published auth...
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International Women's Day | With Phoebe Ghorayeb

To mark International Women’s Day this year, we asked women who are part of our community, how the official IWD 2020 theme #ChooseToCha...
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International Women's Day | With Kate Bell

To mark International Women’s Day this year, we asked women who are part of our community, how the official IWD 2020 theme #ChooseToCha...
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Mardi Gras | What Team Boody RISE For

This past year has undoubtedly been one of unprecedented times with many challenges met along the way including fires, floods and a glo...
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An interview with Irene Falcone, Nourished Life Founder

Tell us a bit about what Nourished Life is and how it got started. It feels like a lifetime ago now but when Nourished Life started, na...
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An interview with Julie Mathers, Flora & Fauna Founder & CEO

Having founded Flora & Fauna after years of working in retail and seeing things being done the wrong way, Julie Mathers poured all he...
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An interview with Erika Geraerts, founder of Fluff Organic Makeup

With almost a decade in the beauty industry, Erika Geraerts was left feeling tired and slightly jaded. So, she decided to take all she’d ...
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An interview with Seyi Rania, Natural Beauty & Wellness

Been meaning to give your beauty products an organic and eco-friendly overhaul? Seyi Rania has got you covered. With a deep knowledge of ...
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An interview with Laura Kelly, Yoga Teacher

If there’s ever been a time to get into yoga and meditation, it would be 2020. From the devastating bushfires at the start of the year to...
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An interview with Kea Leora Kenney, Founder of Live Your Love

Nestled away in the Byron Bay hinterland lives Boody fan Kea Leora Kenney. Kea is the founder of natural beauty and cleaning products bus...
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What is Plastic Free July and why is it important?

Plastic Free July is here again. But what exactly is the global movement and what makes it so important? Well, anyone who tries to live...
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How to repurpose your old baby clothes

We all know how fast babies grow. With all their tiny ensembles, we can find ourselves with an excessive amount of like-new clothing that...
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An interview with Hannah Singleton, Healthy Luxe Co-Founder

One of the positive things to come out of us all being at home more this year, is that we’ve had more time to spend on things like cookin...
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What is World Environment Day and how can you get involved?

From last summer’s devastating bushfires to our increasingly polluted seas, there’s no denying the impact our actions have on the planet....
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An Interview with Nicky Mih, Free to Shine Founder

Back in 2009, Nicky Mih spent a month in Cambodia with survivors of sex trafficking. Inspired to find out how she could help, Nicky spoke...
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What is the zero-waste movement and who is part of it?

Heard of the zero-waste movement? It’s pretty much what it says on the recyclable tin – a lifestyle where people aim to completely rid of...
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How to create a sustainable home one room at a time

It’s April. Which means it’s nearly Earth Day again. Except, this year we’d hardly notice because we have so much else going on. Social d...
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International Women's Day | 11 women share their thoughts on womanhood in 2020

Happy International Women’s Day to all! In the wake of movements such as ‘Me Too’, recent years have led to advancements in gender equa...
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An Interview with Annabelle Williams, Paralympic Gold Medallist

Many of us struggle to juggle our day-to-day tasks. Not to mention juggling our jobs with our hobbies, friends and family and staying fit...
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Shop Local: Introducing Ramsay Pharmacy

Shopping locally has a string of benefits. From reducing your carbon footprint to helping create the identity of your community, we are h...
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Maternity Clothing | The Ultimate Guide

Maternity clothing. It’s a challenge every soon-to-be-mum is faced with. When should you start buying them? How do they work? What should...
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An interview with Bronwyn Kidd, founder of SUSTOMi

Looking for ways to live a more sustainable life? Your kitchen is the perfect place to start. With the average Australian throwing away a...
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11 ways to be more sustainable in the workplace

Caring for the planet doesn’t need to be hard work. An eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle shouldn’t stop at your doorstep, as cultiva...
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What to do with old clothes you can't donate

The festive season is already a distant memory. In its fun, busy and overindulgent wake, you might have ended up with a few new items in ...
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Australian Bushfire Crisis | 10 ways we all can help

There really are no words to express how heartbroken we are. Watching the ongoing bushfire crisis unfold here in Australia has been simpl...
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20 reasons to support slow fashion in 2020

As we begin another year, it’s time to take a look at ways we can do better and be better. Here at Boody, we live by the ethos that slow ...
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7 pregnancy and parenting tips for the holidays

Nadine Richardson, She Births® founder and doula, offers some hot holiday tips for pregnancy and parenting this festive season. Over to...
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Shop Local: Introducing CERES Grocery

Have you been following our Shop Local series so far? To celebrate the importance of shopping locally, we’ve profiled Bellingen-based Kom...
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An interview with Justin Calverley, author of The Urban Farmer

Ever dreamed about ditching city life to grow your own veggies in the country? Well, you’ll be happy to know you don’t have to relocate t...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with model and yogi Kate Bell

Have you been keeping up with our #FindYourDowntime series? To celebrate the recent launch of our first-ever sustainable downtime wear ...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with wedding celebrant Patty Kikos

Downtime. It’s that thing we all know we need to get more of, but also that thing many of us find difficult to squeeze into our busy live...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with natural makeup artist Michelle Geyer

How do you #FindYourDowntime? This is one of the many questions we’re asking talented and passionate women as we celebrate the launch of ...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with ethical and eco living blogger Molly Harris

We’re continuing the celebrations of Boody Lounge with the latest interview in our #FindYourDowntime series. Perth-based Molly Harris is ...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with fashion blogger Leonie Barlow

Have you checked out Boody Lounge yet? This month, we’re continuing the celebration of launching our first sustainable downtime wear rang...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with lifestyle Instagrammer Bernice Averion

Have you checked out Boody Lounge yet? We are so excited about our first-ever range of sustainable downtime wear that is perfect for slip...
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Find Your Downtime: An interview with lifestyle blogger Alex Cuthill

We’re still reeling from last month’s launch of Boody Lounge – our first-ever sustainable downtime wear range. As part of this, we’re pro...
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Meet Jamie Hayman, Founder of Kindled Tiny Houses

We all know how busy life gets. Whether you live in the city or not, chances are there are times you want to get away and take a break fr...
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Why is sustainable, ethical sleepwear important?

Sweet dreams are made for a sustainable world. This is why it’s so important to go to bed feeling comfortable that what you’re wearing ha...
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The design inspiration behind Boody Lounge

Get ready to show your softer side with Boody Lounge. Our exciting new women’s loungewear and sleepwear ranges are brimming with soft, si...
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Shop Local: Introducing Manna Wholefoods

Are you a local shopper? If so, you’ll probably have your favourite go-to store you find yourself returning to. Whether it’s the friendly...
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An interview with Erika Lamour, founder of The Sleep Dept

If you’re a parent, you’ll know – or you’ll remember – how precious sleep is for both bub and parents. But, particularly in the early day...
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Meet bestselling author Melissa Ambrosini & singer-songwriter Nick Broadhurst

There are couples, and then there are power couples. Melissa Ambrosini and Nick Broadhurst could only be described as the latter, having ...
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Prenatal yoga benefits: What it is and why it's important

Last updated: October 3rd 2019 Written by Nadine Richardson, mother, yoga teacher, doula, speaker, Director of The Birthing Institute, C...
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Shop Local: Introducing Kombu Wholefoods

The benefits of shopping locally are endless. From lowering your carbon footprint to supporting your local suburb or town, smaller, indep...
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10 reasons why it’s important to shop local

Here at Boody, we’re big supporters of reducing your carbon footprint by shopping locally. Because of this, we’re excited to be kicking o...
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An interview with Krystle Rose, founder of Face Alchemy

It’s no secret that the beauty industry has some dirty secrets. There are brands that use nasty chemicals, test on animals and do wrong b...
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5 ways to help baby sleep

Guest article by Emmy Samtani, founder of parenting app, Kiindred When you ask any new parent what their main challenges are, I can guar...
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An interview with Anna Mitsios, founder of Edible Beauty

You know that expression, “good enough to eat?” Yeah, well – Edible Beauty made it a real thing. Developed by naturopath and nutritionist...
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7 positive ways to prepare for giving birth

Giving birth is without a doubt the most life-changing thing you will ever do. Pregnancy is incredibly exciting, but it doesn’t come with...
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Introducing Nadine Richardson, founder of She Births®

We’re excited to introduce our new Boody Baby ambassador, Nadine Richardson. Mother, yoga teacher, doula, director of The Birthing Instit...
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On the Road with Melody: Interview with a Fashion Photographer

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and cultu...
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21 ways to avoid plastic pollution

Plastic pollution. Those two words placed together are enough to send a shiver down the spine of any environmentalist. In fact, they’ll m...
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Who are Thread Together and what do they do?

There are many things we take for granted in our everyday lives. The meals we eat, the water we drink, the clean air we breathe. Somethi...
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Why living a sustainable life is good for you and the planet

Sustainability. It might not roll off the tongue, but we’re told time and time again how vital it is. We’re living in an age where peopl...
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Baby Essentials: The Ultimate Newborn Checklist

When a new addition to the family is on the way, there’s obviously so much to prepare for. Between planning for breast and bottle feeding...
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Mother’s Day: Introducing our Boody Mums

To celebrate Mother’s Day this year, we caught up with our Boody Mums to find out their thoughts on motherhood. From what they love and...
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What is a passive house? The future of eco-friendly building

What is a passive house? We’re glad you asked. With so many buzz terms in the world of green homes and sustainable living, it can sometim...
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Earth Day 2019: How to celebrate by living greener

Earth Day is fast approaching. To celebrate April 22nd, we’re rounding up our top Earth Day tips to encourage you to live greener not onl...
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Living in Brisbane: A guide from Katherine Bowden

Nestled on the beautiful coast of the Sunshine State is the laidback capital city of Queensland. Often overlooked by the larger cities in...
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Simple living with Tina Clark, founder of Sagitine

Life can be complicated. We all know this. From deadlines and appointments to relationships and keeping fit, there’s no end to the things...
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Everything you need to know about eco-friendly homes

Eco-friendly homes are a big step for many of us trying to live more sustainable lives. Sure, we love the idea of living in an eco-friend...
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Maatsuyker Island’s 2019 Lighthouse Keepers: Meet Hannah & Grant

Tired of the rat race? Fancy ditching your daily life routine for a life-changing experience? This is exactly how Hannah Sutton and Grant...
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9 ways to live an environmentally-friendly life

Eco-friendly living is fast becoming a lifestyle choice that many of us are wanting to adopt. It’s no secret that the impact we’re having...
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What should baby wear to bed in summer?

If there’s one question every parent finds themselves asking when the temperature soars, it’s ‘what should baby wear to bed in summer?’ W...
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11 fun and eco-friendly Secret Santa ideas for your colleagues

So, you’ve just pulled out a name from your office’s Secret Santa hat. Or, more likely, clicked a link from the automated Secret Santa we...
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The importance of having a sustainable Christmas

It’s that time of year again. The shops are filled with decorations and window displays beckoning us in, while families are planning to g...
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Boxing Day has never been this sweet (ft Loving Earth)!

We’re really excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with Loving Earth to bring you the sweetest deals this Boxing Day! Loving Earth ...
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10 Reasons We Love Greening Australia

Giving back is an integral part of our philosophy at Boody, engrained in our culture and our people. We are passionate humanitarians an...
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Discover Kiindred: the Mobile App New Parents Will Love!

Meet Alicia and Emmy. Two young mums and tech entrepreneurs, taking the parenting support world by storm. Throughout their own pregnanc...
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Green Parenting: 7 ways to raise an eco baby

Last updated: 3rd October 2019 Here at Boody, we believe in raising an eco-friendly baby. After all, our kids are the future of the plan...
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How to keep your baby warm all winter: 6 tips to prepare for the cold

Last updated: 6th March 2019 Winter is on the way in the Southern Hemisphere. Beach days and balmy nights are quickly slipping away, whe...
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Breastfeeding tips for new mums

Last updated: February 6th 2019 Okay, expecting parents – it’s time we talked about newborns. Not idealised newborns. Not terrifying n...
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The ABCs of Toxin-free Beauty with Irene Falcon

Irene Falcone, founder of toxin-free beauty and lifestyle website Nourished Life, provides some helpful hints on how to get going on that...
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The benefits of bamboo clothing for you and the environment

Last updated: 6th February 2019 Start with what you’re wearing right now. In a perfect world, you'd know where your clothing is made, ho...
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Birthing Kits: a Simple Way of Caring for Mums Everywhere

To promote sustainable change this Mother's Day, we've come together with PropellerProjects, a non-profit organisation dedicated to impro...
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19 Sustainable Living Blogs | The Ultimate List

Last updated: 4th February 2019 It's no news that sustainable living is a 'trend' in the online world. And, although at Boody we tend to...
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10 things to do to prepare for baby

Last updated: 4th February 2019 We all know how exciting it is preparing for a baby to arrive. But of course, it can be exhausting and o...
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Moving your Boody can help restore sight

This week, we put the spotlight on four Sydneysiders, four challengers who will be participating in the Fred Hollows Sydney Coastrek comi...
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16 ways to live a zero-waste lifestyle

Last updated: 6th March 2019 Every day we see people trying to make a difference in the world with eco-friendly initiatives and zero-was...
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5 tips to keep baby cool during summer

Last updated: October 3rd 2019 While hot summers make outdoor family days more adventurous and fun, it is also a challenge to make sure ...
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Conscious People: Yoga, Self-Care and the Environment with Persia Juliet

Meet Persia Juliet. A yoga teacher whose combination of music, story-telling and deeply expressed emotions oozes through her classes. She...
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Why ethical fashion should matter to us all

Last updated: 10th July 2019 This week we are so excited to introduce Bethany Noble, Chief Marketing Officer at Good On You, a widely-us...
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Conscious People: Interview with Kate Nelson @plasticfreemermaid

Be prepared to jump out of your chair after reading this post, because Kate Nelson is changing the world and her words will have you want...
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Conscious People: Interview with Mark Robberds, Yoga Teacher

Our next guest is a game changer in the yoga industry. Mark Robberds has been studying yoga since 1997. He is a Certified Ashtanga Yoga t...
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Conscious People: Interview with Dion Horstmans, Sydney Based Sculptor

Interview with Dion Horstmans 1. When did your passion for sculpting start and how has that evolved over time to the style you have ...
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9 tips to help you survive winter naturally

The winter season is a beautiful time for resting and reflecting. That said, it's also the season we are prone to more nasties, includi...
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11 ideas for eco-friendly family weekends

Last updated: 29th April 2019 It’s one thing to be eco-friendly ourselves, but sharing environmentally-friendly practises with our child...
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The importance of choosing eco-friendly clothing and cosmetics

Last updated: 18th February 2019 Eco-friendly cosmetics and clothing shouldn't be underestimated. After all, many of us have no trouble ...
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