Disposable, single use items are available nearly everywhere. Due to this availability, people often choose disposable, single use items. These items are marketed as convenience items. It seems more and more people are choosing single use items which is having negative effects on our planet. These items are disposable, right? They are used and then tossed […]
I have been asked so many times why we use family cloth. There are many reasons we use family cloth, I typically respond with the top two reasons: it saves the earth and it saves me money. Honestly, how can you go wrong with that?!? What is Family Cloth If you haven’t heard of […]
When I was younger I had crazy thick hair. A lot of living and 3 kids later, not so much. My hair is not nearly as thick and I have occasional itching of my scalp. After a bit of research and a few different batches trials I developed this scalp serum recipe that is a […]
This winter has been very mild for us. We have been able so enjoy the beach more often than we typically do this time of year so I was a bit shocked at how crazy the flu seems to be. From talking to friends and looking online it seems to be everywhere. I am trying […]
Arnica salve is a must-have in any natural first aid kit. Arnica reduces pain and inflammation and is great to use on bruises, aches, sprains, strains and even arthritis flare-ups. Arnica also helps to reduce irritation from insect bites. Health food stores often carry an assortment of arnica preparations but why not make your own concoction? I […]
There are several benefits of tongue scraping to improve overall health. Benefits range from eliminating bad breath to boosting your immunity. You may have never heard of tongue scraping. I will share what it is, the type of tool you need, and the may benefits of tongue scraping with you. I was unsure of tongue […]
I am going to share how you can make your own homemade lip balm at home. It is super easy and you may already have the ingredients in your kitchen. Making your own lip balm eliminates the many chemicals and preservatives that are in many store-bought lip balms and it will save you money, the […]
Easter and eco-friendly are two words that very often don’t go hand in hand. Plastic eggs, plastic grass, candy with artificial flavors and colors….not so great for the environment or your body. We have dyed our eggs naturally for years and the bunny has been kind leaving organic candy for the kids as well as […]
Dry brushing your skin is an easy process that has many benefits. Dry brushing your skin helps to unclog pores and excrete toxins that can become trapped in your skin. It works wonders at exfoliating your dead skin, it reduces cellulite, and it stimulates your lymphatic system. Let’s first talk about the benefits of dry […]
My daughter has long hair that seems to tangle very easily. I have been making homemade hair detangler for years using an ACV detangler recipe that works quite well but my daughter was ‘over’ the vinegar smell. After browsing the internet I put together a great recipe that gets the tangles out and smells great! […]
Get ready to ditch your store-bought facial toner! In just a few moments I whipped up a homemade facial toner that has provided me with rather quick gratification. This homemade (organic) kombucha aloe facial toner has worked wonders for my skin. Since using this toner I notice that my skin is smoother, there is a […]
It’s that time of year: back to school. Except we don’t go to school. The fact that we homeschool does not keep us away from germs, we do leave the house! Audrey started coughing and became congested Friday then on Saturday it had spread to Ava. Next, our friend few doors down was showing the […]
Colloidal Silver is a staple in my natural medicine cabinet. I began using colloidal silver, also known as nature’s antibiotic, after we found out that Alex is allergic to penicillin. He suffered tremendously and I have never used antibiotics again in our home. It is easy and safe to treat your family naturally using colloidal […]
This post has affiliate links. I am quite sure that most people have a bottle of apple cider vinegar in their home and I am equally sure that many of these people have no idea of the endless ways that apple cider vinegar can be used for the health of your body and home. I […]
It is holiday season and I am happy to be making the majority of the gifts that I will be giving. I will be giving different people different homemade products but they will all be gifted this amazing homemade whipped body butter. This is one of the best things that I have ever made in my […]