The moment the midwife first put my son in my arms, a little over two months ago, I felt an overwhelming feeling of responsibility. The birth of my son has left me constantly pondering the question: “how can I best protect this child – now and in the future?”
For me, this question has gone beyond just basic hygiene, nutrition, and childproofing. As I read headlines, listen to climate scientists, and close my windows on days with a North-East wind to prevent air pollution from entering my home, I’ve become convinced that caring for the environment is one of the most pressing and significant ways that I can help protect and love my child well.
We have a myriad of environmental issues to contend with. According to the Canadian government, Canadians throw away 3 million tonnes of plastic each year, 91 per cent of which is not recyclable. This is plastic that will be around long…
