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How to Make Homemade Disinfectant {Green in 365}
This is Day 300 of the Green in 365 series! By Sara from Your Thriving Family, Contributing Writer The seasons and weather are changing again and with that comes coughs, sneezes and germs! We all...
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Where Should Baby Sleep? The Case for Co-Sleeping
“Is she sleeping through the night yet?” The worst question that could ever be asked of a new mom. EVER! Becuase, um, news flash: Babies don’t (and shouldn’t) really conform to our ideals of what it...
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Finding Motivation for Health & Spirituality {Embracing Self Care}
Woah, so this is a big topic, huh? Where do we even begin talking about Health & Spirituality as a form of self-care? Of course, it’s important for us to make time in our lives for both, and they...
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Vaccinating my Child: 15 Reasons I’m Looking for Middle Ground
I told myself that I would never write about vaccines. It is a scorching hot topic, and honestly I don’t want to get burned. But here I am, because I have this sneaking suspicion that maybe I’m not...
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All Natural Energy-Boosting Drink
I stumbled across the idea of an Apple Cider Vinegar and water drink a few years ago and was intrigued. I had heard a lot about the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) but was unsure about actually...
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Dear People Who Want Me To Vaccinate My Child
Dear Government officials, Pro-Vax parents, and Media pundits who want me to vaccinate my child, Here I am again, drawn into this issue that I said I would never talk about because this whole...
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6 Natural and Simple Stress Relievers
To say that February was a stressful month for our family might be a bit of an understatement. It was one of those months where Murphy’s Law came true. Anything that could go wrong, did go wrong, and...
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6 Uses for Avocado Oil
This post was created as part of the #NOWWellness Blogger Ambassador Campaign in which I am a financially compensated blogger ambassador. The opinions are my own and based on my own experience. I’ve...
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12 Ways to Make Your Day Better When You’re Feeling Down
Do you ever have one of those days when you just want to sit on the couch and watch Parenthood all day? (If you do, make sure you have a box of Kleenex handy!) Or sit on social media and read...
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4 Easy Steps to a More Natural Pregnancy
My own journey toward more green and natural living began when I found out I was pregnant with my first child, and I think this is true for many women. When you’re expecting a baby, you become more...
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5 Strategies for Coping with a Surprise Pregnancy
Unexpectedly expecting a baby? You can take care of yourself and process your feelings using these strategies for coping with a surprise pregnancy. I don’t know about you, but I am not really a happy...
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How to Ditch Synthetic Fragrances (and why you should)
The air fresheners and fragrances we use can cause the air inside our homes to be more polluted than the outside air! Ditch synthetic fragrances today and replace them with green, safe, and affordable...
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A Summer Self Care Plan for Moms
Prepare yourself with a summer self care plan! Take steps to fill up your cup and enjoy your days with your kids this summer! My kids are done with school in just over a week, and I know some school’s...
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10 Healthy Pregnancy Items I Can’t Live Without!
It’s still a little hard for me to believe, except for my hugely bulging belly, but I’m 31 weeks pregnant and in the final countdown to sweet baby boy’s arrival! If there’s one thing I’ve learned...
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8 Postpartum Self Care Ideas for the Natural Mama
In the days and weeks after your new baby is born, it’s so important to focus on yourself and your postpartum recovery. Find eight ideas for postpartum self care for the natural mama! You’ve made it...
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