Recently my younger two got into a stash of candy from their big brother's room... After their nap they both looked "sick" and acted like they were feeling very yucky. I just knew some kind of sickness would come. So, out came the Emergen-C, and within 20 minutes or so, I noticed they were back to their normal selves (busy, loud, running around...). (I am still not sure how much candy they ate-I found wrappers under the bed, behind a trunk, in the office...)
Today my older two were worn out from putting in a work day with dad yesterday. They were gone and busy from 7:30 in the morning until 8:15 pm. I wasn't sure what could help them out, they appeared exhausted from yesterday's work. So, out came the Emergen-C, and within 15 minutes or so, I noticed they felt better and back to normal.
This great drink packs in a big punch of Vitamin C-1000mg, and also many other vitamins. The kids like the taste, and I like to drink it as a quick source of energy. Emergen-C is something we use to help fight off colds, or to recover quicker from a sickness.
You can buy it at Sam's Club, Walmart or Cash Wise.
Happy Emergen-C!!!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Teething Pain Remedies
Teething Pains...a great remedy we use is Hyland's Teething Tablets and Teething Gel. The tablets are easily dissolveable by babies and toddlers. This homeopathic combination of natural substances relieves the restlessness, peevish whining and irritability. The small 1 grain tablets melt instantly on the tongue.
The Teething Gel just goes right onto the gums. Both of these can be found at many natural food stores, Target, Cash Wise and Amazon.
When teething pains come, typically so does ear pain. While teething, we look for red cheek(s) which indicate possible ear infections. If we see this, we use the Melaleuca Tea Tree oil and vitamin E mix in the ear(s). (This remedy is from the previous post)
Post a comment if you use and love this product!
Happy Teething, if that's possible!!!
The Teething Gel just goes right onto the gums. Both of these can be found at many natural food stores, Target, Cash Wise and Amazon.
When teething pains come, typically so does ear pain. While teething, we look for red cheek(s) which indicate possible ear infections. If we see this, we use the Melaleuca Tea Tree oil and vitamin E mix in the ear(s). (This remedy is from the previous post)
Post a comment if you use and love this product!
Happy Teething, if that's possible!!!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Natural Remedy for Ear Infections
After bringing our oldest to the doctor three times when a baby for ear infections, we started looking for something else that may help besides antibiotics.
This remedy has saved us from many doctor visits and has brought much needed relief to our 5 kiddos over the years (even to our teething babies):
Melaleuca Tea Tree Oil (T36 C5)
Jason Vitamin E Oil-14,000 IU
Amber glass bottle with dropper
I fill an amber glass bottle (with a dropper) about 3/4 full of Jason Vitamin E oil, and the rest I fill with Melaleuca Tea Tree Oil.
We put 1-2 drops of this oil in the ears when needed, followed with a cotton ball. Symptoms we look for: tugging at the ear, extreme irritability, a bright red cheek, teething...
When our oldest son was 2, I ran out of the Melaleuca brand tea tree oil and bought an alternative version from the store---it was not effective, and his fever continued. I had a doctor look at his ears only to find he had a double ear infection and needed antibiotics to recover.
Since then, I only use Melaleuca Tea Tree Oil and Jason Vitamin E oil. Also since then, I have not had to bring any of our kids into the doctor for ear infections!
If you know Shana, she can order this specific Melaleuca Tea Tree oil for you, otherwise it can be ordered above from Amazon. (It is not sold in stores.)
Shana told me that when they have had ear infections, she just sticks the melaleuca oil full strength on a Q tip and swab it right in the ear...and it works great.
Another friend on mine puts the Vitamin E/Tea Tree Oil mix on a cotton ball and puts it in their children's ears. If you use Melaleuca oil, post a comment and let us know how you use it!
(Tea tree oil appears to be effective against bacteria, viruses, fungal infections-toenail fungus and athlete's foot, mites such as scabies, and lice. If you do a search on the internet there is so much information and history about this Australian oil.)
P.S. How do I know it works?
I use this remedy when our child has a fever or is cranky/tugging at the ears-after putting this oil in the ears, within a few minutes/hours we will see a remarkable improvement in fever and or disposition!
Happy Healthy Ears!!!
This remedy has saved us from many doctor visits and has brought much needed relief to our 5 kiddos over the years (even to our teething babies):
Melaleuca Tea Tree Oil (T36 C5)
Jason Vitamin E Oil-14,000 IU
Amber glass bottle with dropper
We put 1-2 drops of this oil in the ears when needed, followed with a cotton ball. Symptoms we look for: tugging at the ear, extreme irritability, a bright red cheek, teething...
When our oldest son was 2, I ran out of the Melaleuca brand tea tree oil and bought an alternative version from the store---it was not effective, and his fever continued. I had a doctor look at his ears only to find he had a double ear infection and needed antibiotics to recover.
Since then, I only use Melaleuca Tea Tree Oil and Jason Vitamin E oil. Also since then, I have not had to bring any of our kids into the doctor for ear infections!
If you know Shana, she can order this specific Melaleuca Tea Tree oil for you, otherwise it can be ordered above from Amazon. (It is not sold in stores.)
Shana told me that when they have had ear infections, she just sticks the melaleuca oil full strength on a Q tip and swab it right in the ear...and it works great.
Another friend on mine puts the Vitamin E/Tea Tree Oil mix on a cotton ball and puts it in their children's ears. If you use Melaleuca oil, post a comment and let us know how you use it!
(Tea tree oil appears to be effective against bacteria, viruses, fungal infections-toenail fungus and athlete's foot, mites such as scabies, and lice. If you do a search on the internet there is so much information and history about this Australian oil.)
P.S. How do I know it works?
I use this remedy when our child has a fever or is cranky/tugging at the ears-after putting this oil in the ears, within a few minutes/hours we will see a remarkable improvement in fever and or disposition!
Happy Healthy Ears!!!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Potato Soup
It is Potato Days this weekend, so I thought I would share a family favorite!
Ingredients:
1 onion chopped
1 clove garlic
3 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dill
1/2 tsp. pepper
3 c. chicken broth
2-3 large potatoes cubed
3-5 bacon strips in bits (I use 4 Tbsp. of real bacon bits)
1 cup half-and half cream
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Saute onion and garlic until tender. And then stir in flour, salt, dill and pepper-mix well. Slowly add broth. Add potatoes and bring to a boil until potatoes are tender. Mash the potatoes a bit while in the soup. Add cream and bacon, heat, but do not boil. Top with cheese.
For those who know me, I double this recipe and alter as I can (ha-ha)!!! The kids still love it! The boys think it's restaurant quality. (Come to think of it, all of their meals should taste like a restaurant since they do not have to lift a finger...ah, the life of a child!)
Post a comment if you use and love this recipe and changes you made!
Happy Potatoes!!!
Ingredients:
1 onion chopped
1 clove garlic
3 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dill
1/2 tsp. pepper
3 c. chicken broth
2-3 large potatoes cubed
3-5 bacon strips in bits (I use 4 Tbsp. of real bacon bits)
1 cup half-and half cream
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Saute onion and garlic until tender. And then stir in flour, salt, dill and pepper-mix well. Slowly add broth. Add potatoes and bring to a boil until potatoes are tender. Mash the potatoes a bit while in the soup. Add cream and bacon, heat, but do not boil. Top with cheese.
For those who know me, I double this recipe and alter as I can (ha-ha)!!! The kids still love it! The boys think it's restaurant quality. (Come to think of it, all of their meals should taste like a restaurant since they do not have to lift a finger...ah, the life of a child!)
Post a comment if you use and love this recipe and changes you made!
Happy Potatoes!!!
Friday, August 20, 2010
How to Save Money on Groceries
I love passing along hints and tips to help save in the grocery and food budget.
A great resource I use is:
http://www.becentsable.net/
Weekly, I go to becentsable.net and quickly check out the Hot Deals and Store Deals-I click on my state and find great deals for Sunmart, Cash Wise and Hornbachers.
Another great spot on this website: Walgreens and CVS-many times items will be under a dollar or even free with using this website!
There will be options to "printable coupon" on the specific items on sale, which gives you additional money off the sale price.
I did read the book, BeCentsAble that led me to this site-it explained how to really save money. It was a great book and eye opening on how to truly save!
Happy Savings!!!
My friend Kayla wrote, "Another site that has Cashwise, Hornbachers, and Sunmart deals is www.fmcheapskate.com Thomas' cousin runs that site and it has saved us tons of money!" :)
A great resource I use is:
http://www.becentsable.net/
Weekly, I go to becentsable.net and quickly check out the Hot Deals and Store Deals-I click on my state and find great deals for Sunmart, Cash Wise and Hornbachers.
Another great spot on this website: Walgreens and CVS-many times items will be under a dollar or even free with using this website!
There will be options to "printable coupon" on the specific items on sale, which gives you additional money off the sale price.
I did read the book, BeCentsAble that led me to this site-it explained how to really save money. It was a great book and eye opening on how to truly save!
Happy Savings!!!
My friend Kayla wrote, "Another site that has Cashwise, Hornbachers, and Sunmart deals is www.fmcheapskate.com Thomas' cousin runs that site and it has saved us tons of money!" :)
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Sydney's Health Market
Check it Out!
Sydney's Health Market
810 30th Ave South, Moorhead MN
Located on the Southeast corner of I-94(Exit 1A)
and 8th St South in the Southmoor shopping center.
Phone Number Is: 218.233.3310
Your Path to Healthier Living!
We offer the best selection of
Organic Foods, Gluten Free - Allergen Free Products, and Nutritional Supplements.
Her store on-line http://www.sydneyshealthmarket.com/
Happy Shopping!
Sydney's Health Market
810 30th Ave South, Moorhead MN
Located on the Southeast corner of I-94(Exit 1A)
and 8th St South in the Southmoor shopping center.
Phone Number Is: 218.233.3310
Your Path to Healthier Living!
We offer the best selection of
Organic Foods, Gluten Free - Allergen Free Products, and Nutritional Supplements.
Her store on-line http://www.sydneyshealthmarket.com/
Happy Shopping!
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Mosquito Bites & Bee Stings
Natural Remedies:
Mosquito Bites---We mix baking soda and a little water to make a paste. Whenever we get a bite we just put this right onto the bite, and the itch/pain goes away. (We store it in a baby food jar, when it dries out we just add a little more water and mix.)
Bee Stings---We apply apple cider vinegar on the sting and within minutes the sting goes away. This worked successfully this summer on baby Moriah, and also my nephew Brody. (Brody thought this was so cool!)
Mosquito Bites---We mix baking soda and a little water to make a paste. Whenever we get a bite we just put this right onto the bite, and the itch/pain goes away. (We store it in a baby food jar, when it dries out we just add a little more water and mix.)
Bee Stings---We apply apple cider vinegar on the sting and within minutes the sting goes away. This worked successfully this summer on baby Moriah, and also my nephew Brody. (Brody thought this was so cool!)
Happy Summer in the Midwest!
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