As you've been reading my posts, you have come to realize that I am trying to be as natural, non-toxic in my family's everyday life. This includes making my own cleaners and toiletries. Slowly, but surely, we are moving into a place where we are "greener." :)I am only 33 years old and thankfully, I don't have many grey hairs. I confess, I still pluck the six or so that I do have. I don't dye my hair, but I was wondering if there was … [Read more...]
DIY Dryer Balls Tutorial
Dryer sheets contain chemicals that are toxic to inhale and come in contact with through skin. You see, the "good smell" that makes your laundry smell fresh, is actually harmful to humans, pets, plants, and the air. The environment in general suffers from a pollution overload and these dryer sheets are releasing vocs (volatile organic compounds) into the air. Not good. I made these dryer balls about two months ago and I love them! I read an article or a pamphlet somewhere on how to make them, … [Read more...]
Candida Yeast Overgrowth Test
Take a look at this website. Candida Overgrowth Test It shows you how to make the saliva test to see if you have a candida overgrowth. We all have yeast in our bodies and there is good yeast and bad yeast. When there is a bad candida overgrowth, then you start to feel side effects like fatigue, constipation, digestive problems, and many other things. the one symptom that caught my attention was SUGAR CRAVINGS! Yes, candida overgrowth can cause the dreaded sugar craving. Here's How To Take a … [Read more...]
Detox Drink for Fabulous Abs
1 small cucumber (peeled, seeded, sliced) Note: I don't peel or seed mine. 2 chunks of fresh ginger root with skin, 1 inch each 1 medium lemon, sliced with skin 1 medium lime, sliced with skin 16 mint leaves Chill overnight in the refrigerator and drink the whole thing the next day. Enjoy! Thanks for sharing, Steph!!! :) … [Read more...]
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Variations
These homemade cinnamon rolls are one of the breakfasts that my family lives for! They are so good! I've made them so many times, that now, I feel very confident substituting ingredients to see how well they turn out. Let me post the original recipe first and then give you a few variations that I've liked at the end of the post. Be sure and take a look at those first to see which variation you'd like. Ingredients for dough: Wet 1 cup warm water 5 tbsp butter at room temperature 1 egg … [Read more...]
Baby/Child Development by Age (Month 1 to 6 Years old)
There are many changes, growth and improvements going on in our little ones since birth. In this post you will see what are some common things that they learn or are able to do by age. You can also visit our post Helping Your Child Develop Through Play for more ideas! Click here to see the link that lists developmental milestones by age (Months 1-3). Definitely helpful and worth reading. This is what babies can do at Months 4-6. Take a look at what new things Months 7-9 bring! Months … [Read more...]
Bathroom (toilet) Cleaner (Basic Recipe)
BATHROOM (TOILET) CLEANER BASIC RECIPE 1. Sprinkle some baking soda and lemon juice (or any citrus essential oil) into your toilet. 2. Let it sit for a few minutes. 3. Scrub it with a toilet brush. It will be super clean, break through hard water stains and it will smell great. You might also like: Top 10 Essential Oils under $20 On the Path to Better Health: 10 Natural DIY Recipes! Essential Oils that have worked for us: Ingrown Toenails DIY Dead Sea … [Read more...]
All-Purpose Disinfectants & Glass Cleaners
ALL-PURPOSE CLEANERS / DISINFECTANTS It also works well for lime deposits, hard water stains, etc. I will just post the 2 basic recipes I use the most: I like to use glass spray bottles for anything that will be housing essential oils. Recipe 1: 1. Fill up 3/4 of the glass spray bottle (16oz) with spring water. 2. Fill up the rest with white vinegar. 3. Add a few drops of essential oils. I personally like to use lemon or lemongrass, along with Thieves (from Young Living essential … [Read more...]
Natural Air Fresheners & Insect Repellant
I am in love with my Young Living essential oils. They are such wonderful essential oils that I decided to become a wholesale member. You can order directly from me at THIS WEBSITE. For air fresheners or anything that will house essential oils, I love to get glass spray bottles. I like to get mine here. I fill up the bottle almost 3/4 of the way with spring water and the rest with witch hazel or white vinegar. Then I add my favorite essential oils (a few drops will do, 3-5 … [Read more...]
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