This post is brought to you by Goddess Garden. All opinions are my own. When I was in my teens I worshipped the sun. That’s when the sunscreen mistakes began. Baby oil, reflectors and hours of free time left me in basking in the sun’s rays for far too long. Many vacations were spent with…
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5 Natural Ways to Kick the Common Cold That Actually Work
It’s September and I already have my first cold of the season. We all know that there’s never a good time for a cold, but the coughing sneezing and other symptoms always seem to appear at the most inopportune times. I guess there’s only so much we can do to prevent the inevitable! I know I’m not…
5 Ways to Combat Stress as We Transition to Fall and a prAna Discount Code!
Long gone are those lazy days of summer as we transition to the structured days of fall. Shifting from one season to another is no easy task. Many of us are feeling elevated levels of stress due to the changing of the seasons coupled with the upheaval happening in the world. As we struggle to…
6 Healthy Staples You Will Always Find in My Kitchen
Cooking healthy meals and choosing nutritious snacks becomes much easier when there are healthy choices at your fingertips. There are a few staples that are usually available in my kitchen, making nutritious snacks and meals easier to prepare. As our family heads into a busy season of juggling work, school and kid’s activities it’s important…
5 Ways to Create a Non-Toxic Dorm Room
I walked into a store last week and found myself lost in multiple aisles dedicated to back-to-school “necessities” for a college dorm room. I’m still in full summer mode, so it’s hard to wrap my brain around anything having to do with back-to-school. I realize that someday in the not-too-distant future, I too will be…
Why Mineral Sunscreen is a Safer Choice
This post is brought to you by Goddess Garden. This time of year most of us are slathering on sunscreen before we head out the door. We all know how challenging it is to get our kids to wear sunscreen, but it’s a necessity if we want to avoid skin cancer. I’ve been forced to…
Safer Spray Sunscreens for Kids, Teens and Adults
For years I’ve been trying to persuade my kids to use anything but spray sunscreens. The problem is getting kids (especially teens) to actually use sunscreen. We all know it’s all about the convenience and finding a brand that blends into your skin. Every summer I test out non-toxic sunscreens and put together my list…