This post is by contributing writer Lori Hernandez of Three Acre Farm. Summer is here, which means the gardens are coming to life…and it’s time to start harvesting and preserving produce! Yes, I know it seems early, but on our farm some of the herbs are ready to be collected, mostly because of my “lazy gardening” Read this article…
You CAN Put Sunscreen on Babies Safely – Best Choices Here!
Because of all my work finding the best natural sunscreens for you guys, I get asked a LOT about safe sunscreens for babies and what the best choice is for those tiny bodies, especially parents whose babies have struggled with sensitive skin, reactions to other sunscreens and tender eczema. I have plenty of thoughts! It’s been a Read this article…
Using Compost to Nourish Your Garden
This post is from Becca Stallings of The Earthling’s Handbook, with photographs by Nicholas Efran (age 12) and Dan Efran. After setting up your thrifty 3-bin composting system and getting into the habit of collecting kitchen scraps to compost, it’s time to start using this great homemade fertilizer in your garden! How exactly do you Read this article…
How to Successfully Make the Transition to Homeschooling
This post is from contributing writer Mary Voogt of Just Take A Bite. It still feels strange every time the words “I home school my kids” come out of my mouth. Yet here we are, coming to the end of our first year. It was crazy, amazing, frustrating, exciting, challenging, blessed and everything in between. Read this article…
Earthpaste’s Dry Little Cousin…Earthpowder {Reveiw}
When you have to write, “Clean toothpaste off walls…and cupboards,” on your to-do list, you know you have kids. Our toothpaste has always surprised people because it looks like mud instead of being bright blue and pink. I like it that way. 🙂 Except…when it squirts out of control onto the mirror or the wall! Read this article…
Monday Missions
Clean with Green from Floor to Ceiling
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by natural green cleaners. You see a tip about using vinegar to clean – where do I use it? you wonder. Your grandma emails you 50 ways to use baking soda in the home – how do I remember these when I need them? And Pinterest serves up “50 green cleaners” or Read this article…
Latest Recipe
Gluten Free Instant Pot Mac & Cheese Recipe
This post is from contributing writer Mary Voogt of Just Take A Bite. Sometimes I wish there was an easy button for dinner. Don’t get me wrong, I love to cook! But with three little kids, home schooling, activities and work it’s hard to squeeze it in some days. Sound familiar? But I have a Read this article…
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Earthpaste’s Dry Little Cousin…Earthpowder {Reveiw}
When you have to write, “Clean toothpaste off walls…and cupboards,” on your to-do list, you know you have kids. Our toothpaste has always surprised people because it looks like mud instead of being bright blue and pink. I like it that way. 🙂 Except…when it squirts out of control onto the mirror or the wall! Read this article…
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You CAN Put Sunscreen on Babies Safely – Best Choices Here!
Because of all my work finding the best natural sunscreens for you guys, I get asked a LOT about safe sunscreens for babies and what the best choice is for those tiny bodies, especially parents whose babies have struggled with sensitive skin, reactions to other sunscreens and tender eczema. I have plenty of thoughts! It’s been a Read this article…
Contributing Writers
Salt Preserved Fresh Herbs: Simple Ingredients, Endless Possibilities
This post is by contributing writer Lori Hernandez of Three Acre Farm. Summer is here, which means the gardens are coming to life…and it’s time to start harvesting and preserving produce! Yes, I know it seems early, but on our farm some of the herbs are ready to be collected, mostly because of my “lazy gardening”[Read More…]
Natural Health Tips
Naturally Easing Constipation in Toddlers
I am not sure I’ll ever forget the televised image of Jon from the TLC show “Jon and Kate Plus 8” where Jon proved his Super Dad status: he pulled poop from his constipated child’s behind, in the vehicle, while the family was out shopping. Awesome stuff. Although I have recently turned to a bunch Read this article…
