Wonderful thread. Many do lack awareness. It would be great to hear the alternatives so we all can do our part!

hi rithu, thanks for the tag, <b><font color ="#3b5998"> @63713f4617d2c800158d383d </font></b><b><font color ="#3b5998"></font></b> .very important topic of discussion, i keep thinking on this as how would i will be able to give my child environment free of toxins chemicals, we human have already polluted air around us. at first cosmetics which are organic pure can be used specially for babies and also for self, all those promising charming skin cosmetics should be avoided, instead herbal packs ,homemade, organic can be used. mostly for home ,floor cleaners we are using harsh chemicals imbibed, instead, lemon, neem , baking soda can be used for cleaning the kitchen area and floor . if we cannot completely avoid it we can at least minimize it. we have side effects -bad air even with polish of furniture's, paints, posters material etc. they contain toxic elements which are really&#160; harmful&#160;&#160; . at first we need to realize how badly it effects our health by creating awareness amoung us family members and us and taking note of this very seriously. indoor plants which clean this harmful air can be planted in our houses this are like-mother in law toungue (its a plant name;) , palm tree,neem plant, peace lilly. lets teach our children importance of nature and&#160;&#160;&#160; give them bringing free from this toxins.&#160;&#160; <font color ="#3b5998"><b> @63729b593f31520016a69b80 </b></font><font color ="#3b5998"><b></b></font><font color ="#3b5998"><b></b></font> i drean to live like u r and want to give this environment to my baby... really inspiring.

<font color ="#3b5998"><b><u> @63713f4617d2c800158d383d </u></b></font> - I use the mashaka range by Omved.&nbsp; there is this fab mosquito spray by strategi that works really well.

You all are so inspiring! I just have a little balcony garden and that's all I have done towards being eco friendly:-) But want to do a lot more...Can any of you tell me any foolproof natural ways to ward off those pesky mosquitoes? Neither do I like those chemical laden options nor do they work!

also you can add vinegar and baking soda to the water to scrub floor.&nbsp; it drives away insects.&nbsp; . and eggshells in corners to repel lizards.&nbsp; it really works.&nbsp;