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 drinking it. I figured it couldn't hurt to try it. I found a simple recipe and I was pleasantly surprised by the taste, but it was the way I felt after drinking it that really got me hooked! It's a natural energy-boosting drink! While there are definitely lots of good reasons to to drink ACV … [Read more...]
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 alone in feeling the way I do. My daughter had her two year old well baby visit this week. And I was feeling very anxious leading up to the visit because I knew we'd have to face the issue of vaccines again with our doctor. Let me start by saying that I am not pro-vaccine and I'm not … [Read more...]
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 are both things that can easily fall through the cracks and get lost in the mundane day-to-day duties of being a wife, mom, home-manager, and more. But, we always feel better after we do them, don't we? We can always feel good about the time we've set aside to focus on our own health or … [Read more...]
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 means to sleep for long periods without waking, at nighttime. I mean pretty much anyone who's ever had a baby, or taken care of someone else's baby, could probably tell you that. And yet, how a baby is sleeping is always at the very top of other people's priority list for your baby. So, you … [Read more...]
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 need a kid safe way to keep our homes clean and family healthy. What better way to KNOW your products are safe than to make them yourself?! Making a homemade disinfecting spray is as easy as mixing some essential oils with a carrier liquid in a spray bottle. When using essential oils … [Read more...]
Announcing the Raising Healthy Families FREE Ebook!
Well, the Raising Healthy Families Series has officially ended. I hope that you enjoyed all of the great posts from all of the amazing bloggers, and learned some things through the series about how to help keep your family healthy and thriving in this not-so-healthy world! I know I did! Free Ebook! Today I'm excited to share with you that we have complied all of the posts in the Raising Healthy Families series into one, great, easy to read ebook! All of the great content from the 16 posts in … [Read more...]
Healthy Frozen Fruit and Cream Bars {Raising Healthy Families}
Welcome back to the Raising Healthy Families series - a fun and informative series designed to help you and your family thrive! In this final installment of the series Kelly at The Nourishing Home is sharing a healthy way to beat the heat of summer without compromising good nutrition! By Kelly from The Nourishing Home Making your own homemade ice pops and frozen treats is so easy and it’s fun too! And best of all, you’ll feel good knowing that your family is enjoying a healthy boost … [Read more...]
5 Benefits of Consistent Exercise {Green in 365: Outdoors}
This is Day 161 of the Green in 365 series! Last week we talked about establishing a consistent exercise routine, and today I want to talk about the benefits that I have enjoyed from running on a regular basis to train for a half-marathon. 5 Benefits of Consistent Exercise 1. Alone, quiet time This is far and away one of the biggest benefits to me. When you are a mama of three littles, there's not a lot of quiet in your life. When I run, I go by myself and usually without any music, … [Read more...]
Getting Your Kids to Eat More Veggies {Raising Healthy Families}
Welcome back to the Raising Healthy Families series - a fun and informative series designed to help you and your family thrive! We hope you've enjoyed joining us each Friday as we've shared different ways to keep your family healthy and vibrant in a not-so-healthy world! Be sure to join us next Friday for our final post in this series from Kelly at The Nourishing Home, as she shares delicious, real food frozen treats that your family can enjoy all summer long. This Week: How to Get Your … [Read more...]
Easy Ways to Teach Your Kids Where Their Food Comes From {Raising Healthy Families}
Welcome to Live Renewed for the Raising Healthy Families series! I'm so glad you're here! I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments, and if you'd like to read more about combining green and frugal living, I'd encourage you to check out my Green in 365 series - where I'm posting green living tips, ideas and inspiration for an entire year! Or browse the 31 Days to Green Clean series for tons of information on homemade and non-toxic cleaning! You can also learn more about me and my journey … [Read more...]
