Starting with the GAPS diet can be overwhelming at first. I will teach you how to start the GAPS diet without overcomplicating it. Plus learn how to make the GAPS diet staple food; bone broth in the instant pot. I would be lying if I said the GAPS diet was easy. Previously, I shared our experience with the GAPS diet and went into detail of why we needed it. In short, I had a very sick baby that required a long hospital stay, IV antibiotics, and lots of steroid breathing … [Read more...] about How to Start the GAPS Diet
Natural Remedies
Benefits of Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil
Let's discuss the benefits of oil pulling with coconut oil and essential oils. I am going to share the best way to incorporate this to make it part of your daily routine. And I am also going to share my favorite oil pulling recipe. Have you heard of oil pulling? It's all the hype in the natural living world. I must say I have dabbled in it a bit myself. Being consistent with it has been a struggle. So came up with a plan to make it part of my daily routine. The … [Read more...] about Benefits of Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil
How to Reduce Chlorine Exposure This Summer
Learn how to reduce chlorine exposure this summer while swimming. After swimming detox spray and protecting lotion recipes included. Do you spend a lot of your summer in the pool? I know we do! Sounds harmless, right? Well, not exactly! Most pools are full of chlorine and overexposure can be harmful. In my home, I work hard to minimize the amount of chlorine we are exposed to. We use a Berkey water filter for our drinking water and a crystal ball bath dechlorinator … [Read more...] about How to Reduce Chlorine Exposure This Summer
Are Essential Oils Safe for Pets?
Are essential oils safe for pets? Let's discuss the do's and don'ts about using essential oils on your pets. This blog post was a long time coming, and I would have saved myself some time if I would have written it sooner. Readers are always asking if essential oils are safe for pets. Don't get me wrong; I appreciate the questions and suggestions. I am here for you and want to write what you want to read! If you search this topic on google you will get an array … [Read more...] about Are Essential Oils Safe for Pets?
Best Essential Oil Roller Bottle Blend for Seasonal Threats
Learn how to make the best essential oil roller bottle blend for seasonal threats. Plus, other natural remedies to keep those seasonal threats under control. I am definitely starting to get sick of winter and CAN NOT wait for the warmer weather that springtime will bring. Every year I feel as if winter will never end, but sure enough, it does, and that wonderful warm weather comes and stays. Along with every season, we have pros and cons. … [Read more...] about Best Essential Oil Roller Bottle Blend for Seasonal Threats
Best Essential Oils for Stress and Anxious Feelings
Let's talk about the best essential oils for stress and anxious feelings, and how they work to affect the mood. Do you struggle with stress and anxious feelings, or should I ask if you have kids or a job? I think these go hand in hand! Life can get stressful and cause us to have anxious feelings. Slowing life down is easier said than done. There is always something going on, coming up, or a problem to deal with. Essential oils … [Read more...] about Best Essential Oils for Stress and Anxious Feelings
Homemade Soothing Throat Drops
These homemade soothing throat drops are made with all-natural ingredients that work extremely well. They soothe a sore throat and boost the immune system. Typically, the first sign of sickness is a sore throat. That is because your tonsils are the first line of defense when you catch something, and when they are doing their job, you get a sore throat. It is a good idea to start boosting your immune system at that first sign of sickness. That extra boost will … [Read more...] about Homemade Soothing Throat Drops
Top 6 Roller Bottle Recipes for Kids
Learn how to make the top 6 roller bottle recipes for kids' most common ailments. Plus, essential oil roller bottle recipes for kids with printable labels. If you have been following along with me for very long, you know I am a mother of 4 little sweethearts. I love my children dearly, but this parenting thing is hard work. Every day is a new adventure, and I am continually learning along the way. I am fairly new at this, as my oldest is only 5, … [Read more...] about Top 6 Roller Bottle Recipes for Kids
Essential Oils for Little Tummies
Learn which essential oils are best for your child's tummy discomfort—diluting essential oils for kids. Unfortunately, sickness, bumps, and bruises are part of the whole parenting thing. If you have youngsters, you know how awful it can be to have a sick baby or hurt child. I love having natural remedies on hand to help calm my babies. Whether they aren't feeling their best or are just having a bad day, they sure do come in handy. Young children can … [Read more...] about Essential Oils for Little Tummies
Immune Boosting Gummy Bears
These immune-boosting gummy bears are loaded with vitamins and taste delicious. Learn how to make these kid-approved gummy bears, plus 4 other flavors. Full video tutorial. Get access to my online resource library here for your free printable recipe cards. Every fall, I make elderberry syrup for my family to boost our immune systems. It's loaded with vitamins A, B, and C making it great for stimulating the immune system and keeping us healthy throughout cold and flu season. … [Read more...] about Immune Boosting Gummy Bears