School is back in session and the daily grind is in full force. Carefree summer days are becoming a distant memory. The holidays are around the corner and with them events, parties, and obligations come our way. Stress seems to be an all too common theme in today’s homes, there’s simply no way to completely avoid it. Yet if you want a chance to slow down and decompress before it all gets too overwhelming then tapping into your sense of smell is a great way to reduce stress. As we all can … [Read more...]
10 Best Essential Oils To Use For Kids
No matter how hard you work to keep your children healthy, they’re going to experience sickness from time to time. While having sick kids is no fun and can be quite discouraging, how you react and what you do during times of sickness can make all the difference in your child's overall wellbeing. As a parent, you are in charge of your child’s health. You don’t have to be a doctor or nurse to take charge of your child's health naturally. All you need to be is willing to learn and do it. To … [Read more...]
Green Nesting Routines for Winter
I am not one who feels inspired to clean in the springtime. I grew up in Arizona where winter was a whole different ball of wax than what you find here in Ohio so when Spring rolls around... you won't find me inside the house cleaning! I am going to be outside enjoying the sunshine and early spring flowers. While I am not a fan of the cold I do not get depressed in winter as so many do... due to lack of outdoor time and sunshine. I do find myself drawn indoors most of the time but I find it … [Read more...]
Greener Cleaners Roundup
One of the first steps in moving towards any greener, more sustainable lifestyle has to be the step where you ditch chemical cleaners and start using cleaner, greener options. It is my number #1 recommended step in fact because everyone has to clean house and by using green cleaners we make our homes and our planet safer. Its not always an easy switch though. We may get used to using harsh cleaners like Clorox or Windex and using something more mild like baking soda and vinegar seems like more … [Read more...]
Why I Love Whole Foods
I really think it might be a bit abnormal how much I love the store Whole Foods. If I went in alone I think I could spend several hours there...walking around with a glass of organic red wine, nibbling on raw goat's cheese, walking the book and magazine isle, reading ingredient labels, talking to the sales people, smelling the incense, etc. I LOVE this store. It is also a lifesaver for natural families. When you have house-guests coming and you are out of your peppermint soda scrub and soy … [Read more...]
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