4 Ways to Use Turmeric on Your Skin
Editor’s Note Andrea is a former journalist and the mother of nine children ranging in age from 28 to 12. Following a toxic mold exposure, Andrea and her family discovered the wonders of natural...
View Article3 DIY Beauty Supplies Made With Organic Coconut Oil
By Doña Bumgarner, Contributing Writer Earlier this month Kimball wrote about making over your medicine cabinet, but what about the shower? If it makes sense to overhaul what you use to treat your...
View Article5 Simple Beauty Routines
By Robyn, Contributing Writer Our lives get so busy it’s easy to forget to take care of ourselves. Just a few simple beauty routines each day, week and month can keep you looking and feeling great...
View ArticleWhat Your Poop is Telling You
By Angela Parker, Contributing Writer Are you constipated? Are you having to strain during a bowel movement? Do you go days without pooping? Are you gassy or bloated? If you answered yes to any of...
View ArticleWas Your Skin Care Grown in a Garden or Lab?
Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post is from Molly of Bloom Naturals. Molly is a wife, homeschooling mother of 4 boys, lover of Jesus, who enjoys learning about healthy things. You won’t find her reading...
View ArticlePart 2: Garden or Lab?
Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post is from Molly of Bloom Naturals. Molly is a wife, homeschooling mother of 4 boys, lover of Jesus, who enjoys learning about healthy things. You won’t find her reading...
View ArticleHow to Naturally Combat Negative Emotions
Our culture has become one of hustle & bustle. Most people are constantly on the go, working increasingly long hours, and many more things that keep them overly busy. This causes a rise in stress,...
View Article8 Things We Did To Stay Healthy This Winter
Image by *~Dawn~* By Beth, Contributing Writer. Come February I am always so thankful we live in the southern part of the US. For us, winter is coming to a close and warmer days are right around the...
View Article10 Minute Kettle Bell Workout For Busy Moms
10 Minute Kettle Bell Workout for Busy Moms By Angela Parker, Contributing Writer ***Always consult with your doctor before beginning a new workout program. Kettle Bells Kettle Bells are weights...
View ArticleIs Stress A State Of Mind?
Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post is from Paisley Hansen. The yearly TED conference is known for its thought-provoking presentations, and this year’s talk by Kelly McGonigal was no exception. According...
View ArticleKid-Friendly Cough Syrup
Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Nicole Walters. Nicole is married to a wonderful man and mama to three children under 3.5. She blogs about real food, navigating corn allergies, and living on a...
View ArticleDo you have a toxic couch?
By Robyn, Contributing Writer When I moved into my husband’s house I always looked forward to the time we could furnish the basement to have a fun living space for entertaining. Towards the end of...
View ArticleHow to Deal With Depression in a Spouse
Depression is a serious condition that affects many people in the United States, but the condition doesn’t just affect the depressed spouse. Depression also creates a burden on the non-depressed...
View ArticleMake Your Own Herbal Healing Salves
By Doña Bumgarner, Contributing Writer As part of my ongoing quest to green the products in my bathroom, I tossed out a bag of commercial ointments and skin treatments and replaced them with home-made...
View ArticleRooibos Allergy Tea
It’s spring time and with new life coming up everywhere comes seasonal allergies for many people. If I had to pick one time of year to perpetually live inside, it would be spring. Over the past 16...
View ArticleHomemade Bubble Bath
Image by oleg, We’ve always been big fans of bubble baths. However, I’m not a big fan of the long list of ingredients on the bottle. Solution? Make your own! Kid Approved/Mom Friendly Bubble Bath ½...
View ArticleWhy Adding Natural Supplements To Your Water is a Good Idea
As more and more individuals become aware of the benefits of natural health additives, attention swings toward vitamin, mineral, and flavor enhancements that are consumed by mixing with drinking...
View ArticleThe Dangers of Sports Drinks {Plus What to Drink Instead}
Photo Credit: michelle.schrank It’s a hot summer day. Your little man just got done with his tee-ball game and what does the mom who brought snacks hand out? A sports drink! Those boys have been...
View ArticleA Mom’s Guide to Handling Bleeding
+ By Kristen, Contributing Writer The sight of blood still makes me feel a little woozy, even after six children, six natural births, and life on a hobby farm. Luckily a little know-how and some...
View ArticleNo Flu Shot For Me! Fighting the Flu With Essential Oils {Antiviral Spray...
by Virginia George, Contributing Writer Each fall we begin hearing predictions of the coming flu season. Experts speculate whether it’ll be a “bad” season, or just a mild one, and pharmacies and...
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