Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! Our new baby girl is here! (Born at home March 5th)  Be sure to check out the facebook page for the latest updates! Over the next couple months please welcome guest writers and continue to interact with the contributors as I take time to become a family of 5! Thank you for all your prayers & support! 
 

Children’s Bathtime Routine

March 24, 2014 By 2 Comments
bath time routine

Guest Post by Sara of Your Thriving Family We have dealt with a lot eczema with my oldest daughter. To keep it in check, and to help all the cuts and scrapes little kids get I turned to some more natural ways to do bath time. I have bought most every commercial eczema solution available. And after six years of this, I now use good old epsom salt, castille soap and a few essential oils. I recently started buying our salts at the feed store, it is the cheapest I have found and it is safe to … [Read more...]

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The Marathon {Hallelujah’s Birth Story}

March 19, 2014 By 1 Comment
The Marathon- Hallelujah's Birth Story

  Written by Karli, Contributing Writer Around 4AM on Saturday, January 11, I woke up to contractions around 10-12 minutes apart. Not unbearable, I got up and took a shower, then came back to bed and laid back down to try and get some rest. Around 8, Matt woke up, and I told him I thought today might be the day! We were excited but also knew that it could be a while, as early labor can last quite a while. We also text my family to tell them to be ready! Contractions stayed … [Read more...]

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Top 7 Benefits to Co-Sleeping with Your Baby

March 17, 2014 By 4 Comments

Guest Post by Ashley of Live Essentially Since Rachel just had her third bundle of joy a couple weeks ago, let’s talk babies and co-sleeping! Co-sleeping is far from the norm in modern day parenting here in the United States. In fact it is frowned upon by those who don’t fully understand what it is and how to practice co-sleeping safely. So let’s get a good understanding of what co-sleeping is, how to practice it safely, and the many benefits of co-sleeping with your child. What is … [Read more...]

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Coconut Milk Brown Rice Pudding

March 14, 2014 By 1 Comment
Coconut Milk Brown Rice Pudding

Written by Kelly @ Eyes On the Source, Contributing Writer Spring is going to be arriving soon, probably not as soon as some of us might like. :-) For many of you, it has been a  very cold, long winter!  So, I am here with some warm and cozy comfort food for you today.  Coconut Milk Brown Rice, a simple and not too sweet treat! Coconut milk contains essential fatty acids for a healthy heart and immune system and even healthy hair and skin.  It is so versatile as well, as it can be used in … [Read more...]

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Birth, Babies, and a VBAC

March 12, 2014 By 1 Comment
Birth Stories

Written by KT @ One Organic Mama, Contributing Writer In light of Rachel's wonderful news (seriously - check out her ADORABLE new addition!!) - I thought I would share the story of my VBAC.  It has been almost two years since my beautiful E entered the world and we have been blessed every single day since! One reason I think it is important to share this story is because on a few occasions mamas have asked about my VBAC and have mentioned that they don't know anyone who has ever had one. I … [Read more...]

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10 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

March 10, 2014 By 3 Comments
10 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy

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...]

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On Natural Birth, Hopes, and Expectations

March 7, 2014 By 5 Comments

Written by Jenn @ A Simple Haven, Contributing Writer When I was pregnant with my first baby, I watched The Business of Being Born.  I read countless natural birth stories.  I hired a doula and wrote a birth plan.  I made seven copies, ready to distribute to the nurses. I bought a birth ball and other birth paraphernalia. I braced myself for 12+ hours of labor, an overdue baby, drug-pushing hospital staff, and laboring on little sleep--all likely outcomes, according to my research. On a … [Read more...]

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The Most Precious Valentine’s Day Gift {A Natural Birth Story}

March 5, 2014 By Leave a Comment
A Natural Birth Story

  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...]

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Amanda’s VBAC Birth Story

March 3, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Birth Stories

  Guest Post by Amanda of Attached Moms Six years ago I became a mother. It was on that day, February 23rd, that, after a failed induction, I was rolled in to surgery, puking and shivering and became a mother.  It would be a few hours until I met my daughter but, giving birth, no matter the way, can change a person. Within weeks of my daughter being born, my husband and I sat down and watched a movie we had put off because we didn't want to stress right before having a … [Read more...]

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Learning to Apologize

February 28, 2014 By 1 Comment
Learn to apologize sincerely to help bring true reconciliation in your relationships; post from Day2DayJoys.com

Written by Kristen @ Smithspirations, Contributing Writer Have you ever been hurt by someone and found the hurt worsened because you never received a sincere apology? I've been there, and it can be terribly painful. Sometimes what isn't said after an emotional hurt can do more damage than the original offense. While we can't do anything to make other people in our lives learn how to apologize, we can make a commitment to be sincere in our own apologies. I certainly don't want to leave … [Read more...]

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