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I’ve written A LOT of blog posts about coughs and managing them naturally over the years, but one thing I haven’t told you about is when and how to use herbal plasters to ease nasty coughs. Herbal plasters are one of many herbal preparations that are commonly used for coughs, but I think, with our […]

More often than not, come dinner time, I’m feeling lazy. After a morning of work (oh, the emails) and an afternoon of homeschooling and chores (oh, the whines), this mama is tired, and as much as I’d like to go out to eat somewhere so someone else can cook for me, in a small town, […]

It’s that time of the year! The time for the annual Cousin’s Party!  It’s THE event of the summer for our big family. The adults plan for it months in advance, the kids look forward to it all year, and once all is said and done, we all sleep really well! Today, I’d like to […]

As parents, we instinctively want to protect our children from anything dangerous. Many of us choose foods that will strengthen their bodies, avoid synthetic chemicals, and turn to natural remedies and herbs instead of prescription medications. Even with these precautions, though, is it possible that our children’s systems still need to be detoxed? Is a […]

Every natural-minded mama wants to feed her family healthy, real food meals, minimize toxins in the home, and manage common ailments using natural remedies. Unfortunately, many mamas lack confidence with the later.  Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be that way. You… yes you, mama. You can learn how to not only keep your family healthy […]

Has your child ever suffered from a bad case of constipation? Have you wondered how to go about managing it naturally instead of opting for over-the-counter fiber drinks or prescription medications? If so, you’re not alone.  Today, I’m talking about how to manage constipation in children naturally… not just prevent it from happening in the […]