Looking for a mineral-based sunscreen for kids that isn’t full of concerning ingredients like benzene? I’ve got you! If you missed my article on Sunscreen Facts Moms Need to Know, be sure to check it out. It points out some research that moms really need to be aware of regarding increased sunscreen usage and melanoma […]
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Burning is bad. We can all be sure of that. Not only can sunburn be painful, but some studies show that the cumulative number of sunburns over a lifetime can be associated with melanoma. But the sun can also be beneficial. Sun exposure prompts the body to create Vitamin D, which has been shown to help protect
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Organic costs more. According to Consumer Reports, organic produce costs on average 30% more than conventionally grown produce. However, about 8 out 10 households in America buy at least some organic products each year (source). With most American families living on a budget, a Diligent Mama has to ask…Is that extra 30% price tag worth
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From packing lunchboxes to afternoon snacks, a mom has always got to have her snack-game ready! I’m all for easy, practical, homemade recipes to help our kids snack well. Some of our family’s favorites include Anytime Chocolate Chip Cookies, Sourdough Breakfast Brownies, and Apple Pie Energy Balls. But sometimes you just can’t do homemade.
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So, you’ve been wanting to get started with homeopathy, but you don’t know what you need to purchase? As a mom of 4 who LOVES homeopathy, I’m going to share my recommendations. Whenever I teach local homeopathy study groups, this list is exactly what I suggest others purchase to get started. Now, forward this
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If the grocery store is eating your budget alive, you aren’t alone! That’s why I’m shouting it from the rooftops for all of the Crunchy Mamas to hear…You’ve got to check out Costco!! For the longest time I wouldn’t even consider a Costco membership. I just knew that those big box stores wouldn’t carry the
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Most of us Crunchy Mamas face the same dilemma at the grocery store. We want to feed our families well. We want real, whole foods, not processed junk. We want to avoid pesticides and give our kids the nutrients they need to grow healthy and strong. But have to think of the grocery budget. Buying
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Thinking about incorporating tallow face cream into your skincare routine? Let me show you how simple it is to make a DIY tallow balm that will knock your socks off! You can easily customize this recipe to include a few drops of your favorite essential oil. You can download this recipe sheet and SO MUCH
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So, let me start by saying that I’ll always be an advocate for buying from local farms or growing your own food as much as possible. Still, there are some items moms will need to purchase from a grocery store. That’s where Costco comes in! Despite my best efforts to keep our grocery budget under
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It took us a while to hop on the Costco train, but now I’m thankful to be a Costco member! While I’ll always be a fan of supporting small farms and buying locally as much as possible, Costco is a great option for some pantry staples and convenience snacks. And if your grocery budget is
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