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Natural Remedies for Ringworm
Ringworm - sounds pretty gross, right? Well, it is, but not as gross as it sounds. Ringworm is a fungal infection that can occur on the skin, hair or nails. It appears with a distinctive red ring, and it can be itchy, or it can be scaly. Now, there are different types of ringworm, and you can go do the research if you want. But the other day I found it on my one-year-old! At first, I thought he had a rash of some sort, but when I used the remedies that I usually do for rashes
Hannah
Sep 10, 2025
Whipped Magnesium Lotion Recipe
For years I have looked for the perfect lotion recipe. I have made many bad batches; batches that I had to chisel off and melt before I...
Hannah
Sep 4, 2025
Common Medicinal Herbs
My mother and I love to be in the garden. A friend of mine once called it "dirt therapy," and I believe that there is a lot of truth to that statement. As foodies, mom and I are always trying to figure out and plan what things we can grow that are beautiful and edible. Plus, if they are perennial, meaning that they come back on their own every year, then all the better! Here is a short list of some of our favorite herbs, plus what they are good for!
Hannah
Jul 24, 2025
Skin Eruptions
Do you have children? If the answer is yes, then this post is for you. At some point in a woman's motherhood, she will find a skin eruption on her child and wonder where it came from and whether it is serious or not. I am a huge proponent of a mother's intuition. If your gut says that something is wrong, then do something about it.
Hannah
Jul 21, 2025
Skin Care Routine
I come from a long line of women who prioritize health over beauty. I am not saying that they do not like to look beautiful, because they do, and they love to get all dressed up and pretty. But, my mother, grandmother and great-grandmothers were picky, but simple about what they would put on their skin. Here is what works for us:
Hannah
Jul 19, 2025
5 Tips for a Better Tomorrow
When I first became a mother, it felt like there was so little time left over for myself. My days were spent on non-stop cleaning, cooking, teaching and disciplining. In the evening, I was exhausted and anxious. I felt like life was a race. I would race to get everything done during the daytime. Then, I would race to get to bed on time, only to get up and do it all over again. Has anyone else ever felt like that? Or is it only me? I wanted to love my days! Now I do... No, ser
Hannah
Jul 19, 2025
Healthy Mama = Healthy Baby
Baby fever. It is a real thing. Are you thinking about having a baby? Don't know where to start? There are many things that you should consider when it comes to having a healthy baby. In reality, some of these factors can greatly affect a pregnancy's health. Here are the things that my mom has told me to consider to try and have the healthiest pregnancy possible! Examine Your Environment Begin to take necessary steps to minimize unnatural things in your life. Examine your env
Hannah
Jul 18, 2025
Essential Oils for Mastitis
The first time that I experienced mastitis, I called my mom crying. At first, I thought I had the flu and felt like a train had hit my body. It took me a little while to figure out what was going on. Once I did, I called my mom in desperation. Before I share her advice, let me tell you some of the things that have caused me to get mastitis.
Hannah
Jul 14, 2025
Mom's Lotion Recipe
For years I have looked for the perfect lotion recipe. I have made many bad batches; batches that I had to chisel off and melt before I...
Hannah
Jun 26, 2025
Caring for Your Child's Teeth
I have been told by several dentists that over 60% of a person's dental health is left up to genetics. In other words, you may take great care of your child's teeth and when they go in for their first appointment, their teeth already have several cavities. It feels quite defeating when this happens. Ask me how I know! It turns out that my husband and I do not have great genetics when it comes to our teeth, and this has definitely affected our kids, but we try super hard to h
Hannah
Jun 10, 2025
Remedies for a Gassy Baby
If you have lived through it, then you know what I am talking about. All of a sudden, your sweet, peaceful newborn begins to squirm. The squirms turn into whines, the whines to cries, and finally, the cries to screams. Your baby has gas. I remember the first time I dealt with this; my whole night was consumed with the screams of my baby. What had I previously eaten? Since I was breastfeeding, there was a high possibility that the gas was caused by something I ate, but I could
Hannah
Jun 5, 2025
Bath Time for Your Baby
Oh, bath time! Who doesn't love a fresh-smelling baby!? So sweet and cuddly! I love to bathe my babies and have them smell fresh and clean! However, I had to reign myself in when I began to research and consider the health benefits of infrequent bathing. The fact is that infrequent bathing, especially for children, is beneficial to their skin microbiome and in building a strong immune system.
Hannah
Jun 5, 2025
The Business of Breastfeeding
Are you ready to share your body for six months, nine months, a year, or however long you choose to breastfeed? Sometimes it can be a challenging thing, but there is no better choice for your baby! Breast milk is a perfect food for your new little one. It will provide incredible support for your baby's immune system, help provide antibodies for short-term illnesses, and it helps to bond the mama and baby, just to name a few incredible benefits. Breastfeeding can be a scary an
Hannah
May 29, 2025
Toy Organization Tips
Toys, toys, and more toys! After having five kids in six years and many well-intentioned, gift-giving relatives, I was swimming in children's toys. For the sake of my mental health, something had to be done. I researched, I learned how other moms organized their homes, and I spoke with my mom. Peace and Order. These are two principles that my mom believes ought to be prioritized in a home. What my mom and I have both experienced is that with peace and order in the home, both
Hannah
May 15, 2025
Pregnant Insomnia
I was exhausted. Only two months along, I could not really attribute belly size to the fact that I was not sleeping because I was obviously not that big yet. However, night after night I would lie wide awake, and it would take several HOURS for me to fall asleep. And if any little thing woke me up, then I would be up for at least another hour. I was miserable. Could I even imagine another seven months of this? Nope. I could not. I had already given up coffee because it would
Hannah
Apr 16, 2025
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