Reducing plastic waste starts at home, and cleaning is one of the easiest places to make changes that actually last. I’ve tested many of these swaps myself over time, and they work without making cleaning harder or more expensive. You don’t need extreme habits or a zero waste lifestyle to see results. Small shifts in […]
Screen-Free Activities for Winter Break: 25 Ideas That Actually Work
The kids are home from school and you’ve already heard “I’m bored” seventeen times. Here are 25 screen-free winter break activities that actually keep kids entertained, using supplies you already have at home.
6 Tips for a Healthier Home
Simple Steps for a Cleaner, Healthier Home Living Space Good eating habits and regular exercise are the first things that come to mind when we think about how to stay healthy and fit; we rarely consider the effect that our physical environment can have on our health and well-being. But our home is where we […]
Natural Products Are Not Necessarily Safe
Are “natural” and homeopathic products safe? When trying to create a healthier home, it is tempting to assume homeopathic, natural products are safe to consume because they “come from nature.” However, products derived from a natural plant or animal sources are not necessarily free of side effects – or totally safe. Marketed as Health foods, […]
Fruit Juice for Kids: Benefits, Risks, and Recommendations
Fruit juice can be a healthy part of a child’s diet when consumed in moderation and with caution. In this article, we explore the benefits and risks of fruit juice for kids and provide recommendations on how to incorporate it into their diet. We cover topics such as the essential vitamins and minerals found in fruit juice, the risks associated with excessive sugar intake, and guidelines for safe consumption.
Take Good Care of You
Mothering can be work that never seems to end. There are no built-in breaks or time off. With how much energy it takes physically, emotionally and psychologically, it is no wonder that many moms feel exhausted and overwhelmed. That’s why my main advice for new moms is to pause and take care of themselves. Self […]
Managing Choking Risks in Your Home
One thing is for certain: if you are having a child, minimize and manage choking risks in your home. Providing a safe and loving environment for your child means familiarizing yourself with everything in your home that poses a potential risk. See our guide to preparing your home for your newborn for more information. Choosing […]
Staying Safe from Summertime Heat
Summertime brings a lot of recreation and outdoor fun for children, but beware of the summertime heat It also brings potential risk of heat exhaustion and a number of other heat-related illnesses. The good news is heat-related medical cases can be avoided with a few simple suggestions: Do not leave children in a parked car, […]
Newborn Physical Exams
When your baby is born, they will go through a series of assessments that will check their health and measure any potential problems. These assessments include Apgar scoring, physical measurements and physical exams. All of these exams have been designed so that nurses and physicians can keep a close eye on your baby’s well being […]
10 Fun Ways to Get Your Children to Eat More Fruits & Veggies
When both of my children were toddlers they were great about eating a large variety of fruits and vegetables. They hadn’t yet developed the green foods fear. Is that taught in school? Now that they are both in school they have taken the “no green food” pact and have become much more fruit and vegetable […]
