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Healing Eczema and Dry Skin Naturally for Baby (and Mom!)

There’s nothing sweeter than your baby’s face! You could stare at your son or daughter all day. And although all babies are perfect in the eyes of their mother, there are issues that sometimes need a little healing, such as dry skin and eczema. Newborns especially are prone to dry patches of skin on the [...]

Flax Seed Recipes Abounding!

I did a post awhile ago on how to eat flax seed, and it’s been quite the popular little post. I wanted to provide you with some flax recipes since they’re so healthy but few people actually know what to do with them. I came across a site that is loaded with interesting recipes containing [...]

How Much Sleep Should My Baby Get?

Recent studies are revealing that babies and toddlers who sleep more have a smaller chance of becoming obese. They suggest more than 12 hours of sleep a day. Sounds like a lot to you and me, but for a healthy baby, it’s necessary. In fact, plenty of sleep not only reduces your [...]

Soothing Colic Naturally with Herbs, Homeopathic Medicine, and a Little Know-How

Nothing is more difficult for a new mom and dad than a baby with colic. You dream of the quiet evenings rocking a peaceful baby to sleep, and instead you have a squirming, screaming newborn who just can’t get calm and comfortable. Thankfully, there are ways to help colicky babies find some peace, giving mom [...]

Flax Seed - How do You Eat the Stuff Anyway?

Flax seed. You’ve read about it here, you’ve seen it at the health food store, and you know it’s good for you. But what on earth do you do with it? A previous post of mine, Feeding Your Children Healthy Fats, mentioned flax as a good source. In the Comments, Elizabeth asked me for [...]

“We Don’t Eat Much Meat - Are My Kids Getting Enough Protein?”

If you’ve cut back on meat consumption in your home, or if you’re a vegetarian family, you may be wondering whether or not your children are getting enough protein. Here’s the good news: Protein is in all whole food, not just meat and dairy. That’s right, your salad and the fruit bowl are both full [...]

How to Make the Green Smoothie I Keep Yapping About

I think it’s about time I delve into the green smoothie a little further, so let’s put our wetsuits on and dive into this healthiest of treats! Before you know it, your kids will be begging for their green veggies.
For my family, a green smoothie is often something like this: One peeled banana broken in [...]

Feeding Your Children Healthy Fats

You’re probably well aware of cutting fats out of your family’s diet. Over the years you’ve learned to trim fat and remove skin from your meat. Fritos and potato chips don’t make it to your grocery cart anymore, and your favorite department is produce. But what about healthy fats and how do [...]

Organic Food Labels - “Please Help Me Translate!”

Ever wonder how to decipher all those organic food labels? They appear to have such similar meanings, but which one is better? I’ve got a list here to help you sort it all out.
100% Organic: This means the fruits and vegetables are raised only with botanical or non-synthetic pest controlling.
USDA Organic: [...]

Fish and Mercury - is there a way to have your fish and eat it too?

We have heard our whole lives fish is healthy. The Japanese consume lots of fish and reap the physical benefits. Inuit peoples of the north enjoy large amounts of fish as well. But these days, Americans are finding their fishing waters a little murky. Alongside news to feed your family more [...]

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