Motherhood & Family
Reading Time: 4 minutesApril is Cesarean Awareness Month. While it’s far from the ideal birth, I think it’s time we offered grace for the c-section mom. Image by MamaGab Guest post by Gabrielle Daigle of MamaGab As soon as my doctor said the words “breech,” I knew my goal of natural childbirth was over. No chapter of Spiritual Midwifery could prepare […]
70+ Real Food Picnic Recipes
Reading Time: 3 minutesWish you could find trusted real food recipes for favorite picnic foods? Enjoy this delicious collection of over 70 real food picnic recipes. By Sarah Nichols, Contributing Writer Spring is here! I think picnics were invented just for this season. What better way is there to enjoy the warmer weather and blooming nature, than with […]
HomeSimple Gardening on a Tight Budget
Reading Time: 5 minutesTry these tips for simple gardening on a tight budget to help you save money on groceries and still feed your family fresh, healthy vegetables! By Shannon, Contributing Writer When my husband and I were working on getting out of debt, we knew a garden would be a valuable way to save money on groceries. […]
HealthIs Your Natural Living Anxiety-Filled or Grace-Driven?
Reading Time: 5 minutesEmbrace grace-filled, natural living! This post is a challenge to let your natural living journey be filled with grace, rather than driven by anxiety. by Katie Bennett, of Embracing a Simpler Life Natural living is a good thing for so many reasons. It’s real food. It’s real product. Simply put, it’s just real. But what […]
How To Love A Family With Food Allergies
Reading Time: 4 minutesDo you know anyone who deals with food allergies? Ever wondered how to really help? Here are some helpful tips. Image by Dollar Photo Club By Jessica, Contributing Writer It’s been almost six years since my son (through a series of scary events) was diagnosed with food allergies. For a long time, I kept getting […]
25 Scriptures for When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed
Reading Time: 6 minutesFor those days when things feel upside down, hopeless, or just completely non-stop, here are 25 scriptures to bring you peace in the storms of life. by Julie of Be Whole, Mom I remember the very early years of marriage and then soon after motherhood, when I felt completely exhausted, unsure of anything, and like […]
Freezer-to-Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Reading Time: 4 minutesInside: This recipe for freezer-to-crockpot chicken fajitas is very healthy! The chicken, peppers, and onions are all fresh, and you create your own simple sauce. Related: 10 Easy Freezer Meals. By Kelly of New Leaf Wellness I’m so excited to share my family’s favorite recipe for freezer-to-crockpot chicken fajitas with you. What I mean by […]
Is Breastfeeding A Moral Issue?
Reading Time: 4 minutesBreastfeeding doesn’t always “work well” for everyone. And perhaps breastfeeding is not the moral issue we sometimes make it out to be! Here is one mom’s story… by Jessica, of “Smartter” Each Day, Contributing Writer It was six years ago, but if I close my eyes, it’s so real I’m almost there again. I’m next […]
How to Make Your Own Garlic Powder
Reading Time: 4 minutesHomemade garlic powder beats the flavor of store-bought and contains no additives! Here’s a tutorial for DIY garlic powder. Add to salad dressings and dips! by Jessica of Simply Healthy Home When I started gardening I was rather clueless about a lot of things. Despite the odds, our first year yielded some great crops. So, […]
How to Avoid Burnout as a Work-at-Home Mom
Reading Time: 5 minutesIf you’re a work-at-home mom, it’s so easy to get burned out! Use these practical tips for avoiding burnout and keep your WAHM business thriving! Guest post by Sunu of Clothed in Scarlet Take one look at any article about work-at-home moms, and you’ll see a happy momma sitting in front of her laptop. Her hair […]
How Our Family Saves Money by Shopping at Costco
Reading Time: 5 minutesBy April Swiger, Contributing Writer My husband and I love saving money by shopping at Costco. During our shopping trips we’ve enjoyed quite a few dates in the food court, chatting over a couple hotdogs for $3.18. Those cheap dates were something we always looked forward to in the early years of our marriage (and, […]
Handwriting Success: Developing Your Child’s Fine Motor Skills
Reading Time: 4 minutesWant to teach your preschooler or Kindergartner fine motor skills that will build their handwriting? Here are some GREAT ideas and resources! Guest post by Trisha of Intoxicated on Life How can you help your preschooler or Kindergartner get better at handwriting? Over the years, I’ve had to learn this the hard way. My oldest […]
Clean BeautyDIY Natural Beauty Routine
Reading Time: 6 minutesLooking for ways to ease into a natural beauty routine? Get tips for making your own products, using items you likely already have at home! By Tiffany, Contributing Writer When people talk about natural living, eating healthy food is most often the first thought. Yes, eating real food is important to a healthy body, but […]
The Best Strategy For Reducing Your Food Budget
Reading Time: 4 minutesAre you curious to know what the best strategy is for reducing your food budget? Read on to find out how to save money on groceries with the method that works best for you! By Beth, Contributing Writer I stand at the grocery store check-out, watching the register as it prints my mile-long receipt. I […]
6 Inexpensive Entertainment Options for Families
Reading Time: 4 minutesInexpensive entertainment provides for quality family time and building memories. Saving money on entertainment takes creativity, but you have options! By Danielle, Contributing Writer We need inexpensive entertainment options! Americans are busier than ever these days. No matter if you’re working the average 8.7 hours a day, homeschooling, managing the home, running errands or attending extracurricular activities, families […]
