Sitting down with your child’s doctor to ask questions about vaccines can be very, very intimidating. But what if you were armed with a list of good questions, and a little background info so you aren’t completely clueless when you start the conversation? Yep, that’s exactly what a Diligent Mama would do! So, let me […]
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Looking for well-cited, legitimate resources to help you learn the truth about vaccines? I’ve rounded up the best ones out there and linked them for you. No shady or questionable sources here. These resources link to journals, government data, and medical experts. Decisions you make regarding vaccination shouldn’t be willy-nilly, so the resources you use
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Every so often there is another “measles outbreak” and mothers everywhere become fearful. But I’ve made the decision to not be worried, but instead to be prepared. If that sounds like the stance you want to take, keep reading! I’ll fill you in on what I’ve got on hand just in case the measles makes
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Everybody loves a cheat sheet, right? Especially a mama with a sick family that needs care! Having a quick reference guide at your finger tips is so helpful when trying to narrow down which homeopathic remedies are a good match for your health condition. Below I’ll share the top 5 cheat sheets that I’ve found
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Another dental cavity! In fact… one after another, after another, after another! Going to the dentist had become a nightmare for my son. Each time we went for his regular checkups, they would find 2-3 more cavities that needed to be filled. The dentist would always ask the same questions. These regular dentist visits weren’t
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Cold season comes every year! Typical symptoms include runny nose, sore throat, fever, cough, and more. Some mamas may rush to their healthcare provider for prescription drugs, others may grab some over the counter medicine and hope for the best, but some mamas are stocked up and ready with their natural remedies and homeopathic products.
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Flu season is here again, and up to 20% of the population contracts it each year (source). But, never fear! There are safe, natural remedies that can have you feeling better fast! Let’s take a look so you can be ready if the flu strikes your house. (Before we begin, I must remind you that
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Ever woken up to a screaming child with an earache? They can be almost inconsolable when they are dealing with ear pain! As mother, these were the times I once felt completely helpless. But not anymore! Keep reading to see my plan for tackling earaches FAST! (Before I begin, I must remind you that I
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There was a time when we were stuck in an endless cycle of Zyrtec, Flonase, and Allegra to fight seasonal allergies. We’d take these drugs faithfully and STILL end up with sinus infections that were met with antibiotics and steroids. Every allergy season seemed to be a little worse than the previous one with no
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If you are curious about homeopathy and how it can help treat your family when they are sick, keep reading! I’m going to share a few things everybody should know about homeopathy. 1. What is Homeopathy? Homeopathy is an FDA-regulated medicine that is created by taking substances from nature such as plants, animals, and minerals.
