Category: ’Healthy Living’

15 Frugal Family Dates

May 3rd, 2013 by Destany Fenton - 5 Comments

15 Frugal Family Dates

It can be challenging to find activities that are frugal and enjoyable for all the age ranges in a family. Here is a list of fifteen favorites.  Read More…

5 Comments | Posted in Balance, Ecological Responsibility, Family Structure, Healthy Living, Keeping Active, Love of Nature, Natural Learning, Playtime

Natural Dog Shampoo Recipe the Whole Family Can Use

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Easy dog shampoo recipe that is all-natural, safe, and flea-repelling.  Read More…

2 Comments | Posted in Healthy Living, Recipes

20 Ways To Use Coconut Oil On Infants and Children

April 26th, 2013 by Jennifer S - 10 Comments

20 Ways To Use Coconut Oil On Infants and Children

From allergies to teething pain, Jennifer takes a look at 20 different ways in which parents can use coconut oil to aid their children with natural healing.  Read More…

10 Comments | Posted in Healthy Living, Holistic Health

Spiced Lemon Salad Dressing

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I adore a simple lemon and oil dressing on almost any kind of salad. Sometimes I want a little something with a kick, and this Spiced Lemon Salad Dressing fits the bill. I have yet to find a salad I do not enjoy it on!  Read More…

Leave a comment | Posted in Healthy Living, Recipes

Giveaway: Mini Glider Glide Bike Set $132 ARV CLOSED

April 13th, 2013 by NPN Reviewers - 46 Comments

Giveaway: Mini Glider Glide Bike Set $132 ARV CLOSED

This is a review and giveaway of the children’s Mini Glider, Helmet, and Bell set from Glide Bikes {ARV $132}. Their Mini Glider is designed for children ages 2-5 and teaches them to balance without pedals or training wheels right from the start. The Mini Glider is a bike that is sized just right and features a truly innovative design which prepares children as young as two for biking adventures.  Read More…

46 Comments | Posted in Healthy Living, Keeping Active, Natural Parenting Products, Reviews and Giveaways

10 Things *Not* to Do to Help Your Child Eat

April 12th, 2013 by Emily Bartnikowski - 13 Comments

10 Things *Not* to Do to Help Your Child Eat

There’s a lot of talk these days about how to get your kids to eat. But really, it’s all about approach and finesse and what not to do. With that in mind, here are ten things that you need to give up before your child will come around to the foodie way of doing things.  Read More…

13 Comments | Posted in Feeding With Love, Gentle Discipline, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living

One Recipe, Three Uses: Dishwasher Liquid Detergent, Dish Soap, and Hand Soap

April 9th, 2013 by Jennifer S - 7 Comments

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One easy recipe that can be used as a dishwasher detergent, a liquid dish soap, and a hand soap!  Read More…

7 Comments | Posted in Ecological Responsibility, Green Living, Healthy Living, Recipes

200 Family Activities for Spring

April 5th, 2013 by Mandy - 6 Comments

200 Family Activities for Spring

There are many great things about spring, and one of those is the ability to do some more activities outdoors and elsewhere. Check out our list of fun things to do with your family this spring!  Read More…

6 Comments | Posted in Activism, Arts and Crafts, Ecological Responsibility, Environmentalism, Green Living, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Homeschooling, Keeping Active, Love of Nature, Natural Learning, Playtime, Reading

Ethics, a Budget, and Your Taste Buds: The 3/4ths Rule

March 31st, 2013 by Emily Bartnikowski - 4 Comments

Ethics, a Budget, and Your Taste Buds: The 3/4ths Rule

Part of an ongoing series to help you hit the perfect balance of budget-friendly, ethical, delicious meals. Today we talk picnic food and doing the best you can with what you have.  Read More…

4 Comments | Posted in Activism, Environmentalism, Healthy Eating

Baked Oatmeal with Fruit – Egg, Wheat, Dairy Free

March 24th, 2013 by Amy - 5 Comments

Baked Oatmeal with Fruit – Egg, Wheat, Dairy Free

Amy of Presence Parenting shares a simple recipe for baked oatmeal that can also turn into a take along snack.  Read More…

5 Comments | Posted in Feeding With Love, Healthy Eating, Recipes, Starting Solids

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