It’s a widely known fact in the world of wellness that suppressing fevers does little more than provide comfort while possibly prolonging illness unnecessarily. The common drug of choice for fever reduction, tylenol, is incredibly taxing on the liver and depletes glutathione, an antioxidant present in the body necessary for detoxification. Rather than suppress, consider letting the fever do what is was intended to do. Fever plays an important role in the immune system and in fighting off illness. I…
Essential oils are becoming widely accepted and loved by many households. We have used essential oils in our home for many years. I purchased my first rewards kit when I was pregnant with my sixth child to help support my immune system and my emotions. I had no idea the path it would lead us on, but I am so thankful I said yes! Essential oils, when used correctly, can be a wonderful addition to your home. They are a…
You all know I have used and loved Young Living Essential Oils for many years. I got started with my kit because I wanted something that would help assist me with some emotional support while I was pregnant. I had no idea that decision would forever change the course of our family’s life. I’m so thankful I took the leap! Today, years later, it is even easier and more exciting to get started with Young Living. People are searching for…
I don’t know about you, but the last few months have been a whirlwind! We have been so busy in different ways and then in other ways, preoccupied with huge life changes. It has been a weird time for our family! If you are curious just how much change and stress our family has experienced this year, connect with me on Instagram and you’ll get a small view. However, I have found it more important than ever to choose wellness…
In case you missed the announcement, I am pregnant with baby number EIGHT! As much as I can, I aim to have a natural pregnancy and birth each time. To help out all the new soon-to-be moms, I put together this list of my top first trimester must haves for a natural pregnancy. While I love all of the excitement that comes with the first trimester, I don’t love some of the crazy symptoms. After sharing about some of…
YOUNG LIVING NEW MEMBER COST OPTIONS I’m so glad you are interested in getting your family started with oils! It has literally changed my life in countless ways! You can read how NOW is the BEST time to join Young Living before you make your decision. Since you don’t have a YLEO account yet, here are the cost options for getting started. EXCITING NEWS! As of the fall of 2021, you now do not need a membership to enjoy wholesale…
Feeling anxious lately? Moody? Emotional? It’s hard not to have these feelings with the way the world is right now. Everywhere we turn, there’s more news and more information put in front of us that can make us emotional basket cases if we aren’t alert and aware. 2020 anyone?! At the end of 2020, I gave birth to my 8th baby. I barely had time to recover and enjoy the newborn goodness before our then 9 year old…
I have been using essential oils for about six years now. I started learning about living a more natural lifestyle after my first child was born, about 15 years ago. It has been a journey! But that is the way it should be…learning a little more, and then a little more…and implementing as much as you realistically can. Right? When I first started using essential oils, I used one company only – Young Living. I trusted their quality and…
Finding that perfect gift for the naturally minded moms in your life can be tricky! I have been practicing a semi natural lifestyle for many years and I understand! That is why I want to help you! It is easier and more affordable to find amazing sustainable gifts for the natural mom that they will love! This year you will be able to quickly and easily find a gift for everyone on your list! Here are my top recommendations for…
You all know how much I love my essential oils. I have talked about them for a couple years on the blog. We have used essential oils in our home for the last five years now, and it has been life changing. While I do have one brand I have used and loved for years, I will be honest and say that sometimes…those other essential oils are just out of our budget for the month. However, because we really do…