Motherhood is a marathon. Enjoy the run.
I've attempted to be a more natural-minded mother since our first child was born, and yet, since he was born back in the 1900s, sometimes I feel like I'm just now learning some natural applications to use with our more recent children. Take the amber teething necklace for example. They've been around for a long time, but I was taught that if a cold teether, and then maybe some Tylenol didn't … [Read more...]
There is nothing like homemade! Especially when it's easy and quick and something you can use at home or turn into a gift for others. These two scrubs have ingredients most of us have right in our cabinets! Here are two recipes for homemade scrubs you can you use on our face or other areas of your skin that you need to exfoliate and are perfect for summer or winter. Homemade Sugar … [Read more...]
I recently had the privilege of trying out several natural skincare products from Lemongrass Spa, and wow! This company sure doesn't disappoint! I love everything I tried, from the Coconut Lime Vanilla hand soap and lotion to the Tangerine body scrub to the Chocolate Raspberry Lip Balm. Oh yes! Yummy! Are you like me in that you're very cautious about what chemicals you (don't) allow … [Read more...]
We seem to routinely find tiny holes in some of our clothes after they've been stored in the closet for a while. And unwilling to buy toxic moth balls, I searched for a natural method of getting rid of them and found that there are more ways than just using cedar. If you haven't discovered Mountain Rose Herbs yet, please check them out. I buy all my cocoa butter and shea butter and beeswax … [Read more...]
By Contributing Writer, Sarah Outlaw The bathroom can be one of the most toxic rooms in the home. From personal care products to cleaning supplies, we are being overexposed to numerous chemicals from morning to night. According to EarthShare.org, the average woman is exposed to over 100 chemicals every single day! This onslaught can take a deadly toll on our health. This may seem … [Read more...]
By Contributing Writer Hilary Kimes Bernstein When my husband and I got married, we didn’t register for pots and pans. Since we each lived on our own for years, we already had most necessary items. As we registered for gifts, we asked for things we really wanted or needed. Because we were content with our mismatched nonstick cookware, a nice collection of pots and pans weren’t even on our … [Read more...]
Whether you begin feeding your baby solid foods at an early age or follow more of a baby-led weaning later on, homemade baby food is easy to make. Not only is homemade fresher and often more nutritious, it can also be much less expensive than the store-bought varieties With our eighth baby, I waited until he was 8 or 9 months old, and tried to take my cue from him for when he was ready to try … [Read more...]
You've probably read here that I like to make my own simple cleaning solutions, because I do like to avoid harmful chemicals as much as possible in our home. And as you might imagine, I do a LOT of cleaning around this place, especially in the kitchen. And especially since Lincoln has had a stomach bug this week. And well, because, let's face it. We have eight boys. My favorite spray … [Read more...]
Across the globe exist two extremes of eating: the fast food, junk and convenience food diet, and the all home-grown, whole foods diet. Somewhere in the middle is probably where most Americans fall. However, that doesn't always mean healthy. Small steps to homemade cooking can make a big difference. Many unnecessary chemicals can be avoided simply by making a few foods at home instead of buying … [Read more...]
I'm so excited about today's giveaway!! You have been keeping up with our 12 Days of Giveaways, right? My friend Sara Snow is giving away a SIGNED copy of her book, Sara Snow's Fresh Living: The Essential Room-by-Room Guide to a Greener, Healthier Family and Home! In this paperback book, Sara shares her story, and then tackles the kitchen first, followed by the bathroom, and then the … [Read more...]
Hi, I'm Brandy, and I'm so glad you're here! I hope you'll kick off your shoes and stay a while!
As a homeschooling mom to EIGHT BOYS, I find lots to talk about, including the challenges and beauty of this amazing season of motherhood.
It is indeed a marathon. Thanks for joining me!
