In Episode 43 of Coast To The Heart, Aimee and Andee dive into the deep end—literally. They reflect on their personal connections to water, from beach cleanups to heartbreaking ocean encounters, and spotlight how our daily choices impact marine life. Inspired by their recent trip to Hawaii and the power of Earth Month, the hosts unpack how plastic pollution, sunscreen ingredients, and even our laundry habits ripple into larger environmental consequences.You’ll hear how a whale necropsy left a lasting impression, why your swimsuit might be shedding microplastics, and how one simple swap (hello, reef-safe SPF!) can be a small but mighty wave of change. This episode is all about showing up—at the shore, in your shower, and in your community—to protect the water that connects us all.In this episode, you'll learn:How the ocean is a mirror of our habits on land (for better or worse)Why plastic pollution is harming marine ecosystems—and what we can do about itThe importance of reef-safe sunscreen (like Project Reef) to protect coral healthHow to talk to your kids about conservation in ways that stickWhat to look for in eco-friendly fabrics and low-tox laundry routines (also see Episode 27: Why Ditching Plastic In Fashion Is A Good Idea)Why community cleanup efforts actually work—shoutout to the Pacific Whale Foundation for inspiring so manyEasy ways to reduce single-use waste with options like HoldOn compostable bagsSimple mindset shifts that help you live more sustainably without the overwhelmPlus: Your Earth Month Call to Action!As we wrap up Earth Month 2025, we want to see what water protection looks like where you are.→ Pick one small habit shift→ Do a micro cleanup→ Or post something that spreads awarenessThen tag @coasttotheheart and use #WavesOfChange—we’ll be resharing your posts all month long to keep the ripple going. 🌊Subscribe to our Newsletter and never miss an episode!Ride the waves with us on Instagram:🎙️Podcast: @CoastToTheHeart💛 Aimee: @wonderaimchange🌊 Andee: @becounterforgoodPodcast Music: Peppermint by Infraction⁠Watch on YouTube⁠MORE FROM COAST TO THE HEART:EPISODE CREDITS:

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