How safe is your home from bed bugs?

How safe is your home from bed bugs?

A few days ago, as I was browsing through recent tweets from friends, I came across one that really got me freaked out and itching all over. A woman I know (who happens to be expecting) was rather stressed out because she’s going to have to move from her home...

Heal and soothe bumps and bruises naturally

I mentioned the other day that I actually used an aromatherapy method to help soothe my aching bones and nerves during my first few days home from the hospital after The Accident. I was taking 400mg tablets of ibuprofen plus another similar drug at the time…and...
Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child

Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child

It’s probably no surprise to you that I am a big fan of essential oils and aromatherapy. I have seen first hand how powerful their effects can be…and if I can accomplish something without drugs and chemicals, I’m definitely going to give it a try. I...
Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child

Homemade natural spray disinfectant

I recently received a question about using homemade Thieves Oil around children, especially young children under 3 years old. Unfortunately, many of the ingredients contained in it should not be used on small children. In fact, rosemary essential oil shouldn’t...
Thieves’ Oil Recipe

Thieves’ Oil Recipe

I have been getting more into aromatherapy and herbs again lately. I had an interest in them before Mackenzie was born but when I was pregnant, I couldn’t work with most of the oils so those interests were curbed. But after reading The Complete Book of Herbs...