Ina May Gaskin’s Spiritual Midwifery was the book that made me want to give birth at home. Ina May is one of the leading midwives in the country, having been in practice for over 3 decades. She begins her Guide to Childbirth with page after page of birth stories from women that delivered at “The [...]
Filed under: Mama Stuff, Pregnancy Stuff, Stuff To Read on March 12th, 2007 | No Comments »
The Highlights for Children Magazine has been around for years. I remember loving it as a little girl myself. All those mazes, finding hidden objects and other activities have entertained kids for generations.
I recently discovered a new magazine by the same publishers called Highlights High Five. It has the same format as the regular Highlights [...]
Filed under: Big Kid Stuff, Educational Stuff, Uncategorized on March 12th, 2007 | No Comments »
This skin creme by Burt’s Bees is one of my favorite skin creams, ever. I love it for feet, elbows, as a night time facial cream, and even for baby’s bottoms. It’s super think and creamy.
Burt’s Bees focuses on providing all-natural products, and they provide a full list of ingredients on their site so you [...]
Filed under: Baby Stuff, Beauty Stuff, Mama Stuff on March 11th, 2007 | No Comments »
I decided to try Ecover natural dishwashing liquid at a recent trip to the health food store. It costs a bit less than some of the other natural brands. It has a light, pleasant scent that’s not at all overwhelming like some commercial brands. It’s a gentle herbal formula with chamomile and marigold.
The liquid [...]
Filed under: Cleaning Stuff, Household Stuff on March 10th, 2007 | No Comments »
Maybe it’s a little strange to get excited about a toilet bowl cleaner, but I think many Moms will understand! I love Ecover Toilet Bowl Cleaner. It comes in a specially shaped container so that you can aim the thick cleaning liquid right under the rim where it’s needed. I like that the product foams up so [...]
Filed under: Cleaning Stuff, Household Stuff on March 8th, 2007 | No Comments »
I’ve used cloth diapers with all of my babies, but there have been times when I was traveling or had a baby with diarrhea and wanted a disposable diaper. I’ve used Tushies at this time and like them a lot. I found them to be quite absorbent, but then again I change my babies frequently. I’ve [...]
Filed under: Baby Stuff, Diapering and Potty Stuff on March 8th, 2007 | No Comments »
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day products are a line of non-toxic, concentrated aromatherapeutic cleaners, including all purpose cleaner, dish soap, hand soap, scrubs, carpet cleaner, window spray and even hand lotion. They are available online at Amazon.com as well as at most larger health food grocers.
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day products caught my eye when I was shopping [...]
Filed under: Cleaning Stuff, Household Stuff on March 6th, 2007 | No Comments »
I’ve become addicted to this Dusting Powder by Burt’s Bees! Burt’s Bees focuses on providing all-natural products, and they provide a full list of ingredients on their site so you can check it out before you buy.
I use it in place of an anti-perspirant and am very pleased with the results. I’ve found that I [...]
Filed under: Baby Stuff, Beauty Stuff, Diapering and Potty Stuff, Mama Stuff on March 5th, 2007 | No Comments »
Angela over at Breastfeeding123.com has compiled a list of breastfeeding product reviews on her blog. Everything from breast pumps to bras and nursing covers. Go check it out
Filed under: Mama Stuff on March 5th, 2007 | No Comments »
I’ve been pretty impressed with the Method line of home cleaning products too. They’re reasonably priced and work. I like the Pink Grapefruit cleaner for my bathroom. A reader shared this:
I felt the need to mention Method Home products. They are not my own products, just ones I use and love. They are all natural, [...]
Filed under: Cleaning Stuff, Household Stuff on March 4th, 2007 | 1 Comment »