Guest Post by Angela of Grassfed Mama Pregnancy is such a wonderful time, but it can also bring a lot of unpleasant side effects and symptoms along with it. Here are 10 Tips for a great pregnancy using natural ingredients. It is important to use natural ingredients when you are pregnancy so you won't expose your developing baby to toxins and anything that could harm them. 10 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy 1. Magnesium Magnesium is a vital mineral for your body (pregnant or not). It is … [Read more...]
The Most Precious Valentine’s Day Gift {A Natural Birth Story}
March 5, 2014 By
Written by Kari @ Living Strong Health & Wellness, Contributing Writer After having my daughter, my first child, in a hospital - I knew I didn't want to go through that experience again. I knew without a doubt that God did not create His daughters to bring children into the world in the way I had experienced. Although I came home with a beautiful and healthy little girl, the experience left me lacking respect for the medical industry. Without focusing on all that happened … [Read more...]
A Healthy Approach to Hair Care {with a Natural Conditioner and Detangler Recipe}
October 18, 2013 By
Written by Kim, Contributing Writer I turned 45 this month and I’m a bit perplexed that it has taken me this long to discover the most effective (and natural and healthful!) way to take care of my hair. I literally feel like I have the healthiest hair of my life right now. Why bother with a healthy approach to hair care? There are many concerning chemicals in common hair care products (sitting on your scalp, being absorbed into your head and bloodstream, oh my. . .) Traditional shampoos … [Read more...]
Cloth Diapering at Daycare
October 2, 2013 By
Written by KT, Contributing Writer I know... if you are envisioning tubs of bleach, borax, rubber pants and pre-folds... you have got to get into this century of diapers! They are cute, convenient, easy to clean, and daycare friendly! Honestly, I had no intention of cloth diapering when I went back to work. I didn't even want to bring it up at daycare for fear that they would think I was totally crazy (and let's face it... I might be!). Much to my surprise... daycare brought it up with … [Read more...]
Honey Health Benefits
September 16, 2013 By
Written by Kelly, Contributing Writer I must admit I have a slight addiction to honey...At least twice a day I have a cup of green tea with honey and rice milk. It's like holding a little cup of heaven...mmm. Makes me feel so warm, cozy and content. I have tried other natural sweeteners, but honey always wins! Besides being tasty in a cup of tea, honey has a long list of amazing health benefits. Awhile back I shared that one of those is healing eye allergies and pink eye with a … [Read more...]
Create Your Own Health Arsenal: Build A Strong Immune System & Treat Symptoms Naturally
September 9, 2013 By
Written by Kari, Contributing Writer This is a transitional time of year for almost everybody out there. School has started up again, summer is almost over and the cooler months are on the way. All of this means that we are going to have to pay more attention to keeping our immune systems strong so those ever present germs and bugs don’t have a chance to wreak havoc inside our bodies! Even healthy families and houses can experience the sniffles, coughing and that ‘yucky’ feeling, but do we … [Read more...]
3 Simple Methods to Save Money and Stop Wasting Food
August 23, 2013 By
Written by Kari, Contributing Writer Do you cringe when it comes to wasting food? I certainly do and it seems that in our society it’s not looked down upon like it used to be. There was a time when the only food a family had was what they grew on their land. Maybe small towns had a quaint little corner store that sold some food items - but they weren't like our Walmart Supercenters or Krogers. People valued food and I think we've lost that in this day and age of abundance, prepackaged foods … [Read more...]
Saving Money in Your Budget by Using More Cloth & Less Paper
August 21, 2013 By
Written by Kristen, Contributing Writer I don't know of a single family, and especially those with young children, that isn't looking to save money in one way or another. Sticking with a family budget isn't always easy, especially with a growing crew of little ones! One area that is continually a challenge is the grocery bill. We have to eat, and we want to eat well for the sake of our health, but the cost of a whole foods diet can sometimes hurt. Rather than cutting out important healthy … [Read more...]
How to Beat the Heat Naturally
August 15, 2013 By
Written by Kristin, Guest Post I am a native of Florida. I should be used to summer heat. I should naturally love and embrace 101 degree heat waves like a pro. August in Florida is just plain old hot! I am still working on the embracing part. Even with the heat, life must go on as normal. My children love the outdoors and being kept in the house for more than a couple hours can lead to absolute chaos. Playtime outside is a must. We also have four new hens in our backyard. We have been busy … [Read more...]
Four Sweet Reasons to Plant Lavender in Your Garden
July 31, 2013 By
Written by Nell, Contributing Writer I know it's summer now, but harken back to when it was springtime. What were you planting? What were you dreaming about having in your little window garden? Or your big backyard plot? When you looked at and thought about sumptuous herbs for your cuisine, did lavender come to mind? Lavender is a flowering plant whose known use stretches over 2,500 years. It is grown and harvested across the world for its beauty, essential oils, … [Read more...]
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