By Amanda Froelich Trials and tribulations may befall the human race, but our species will never lose its resiliency. This has never been more apparent than in the current age of Covid-19. Yes, fights over toilet paper have been documented around the world. But, plenty…
By Kara Stiff My heart goes out to all the parents who were never planning to homeschool, but nevertheless find themselves teaching their children at home today. I chose this beautiful, crazy life, and I completely understand why some people wouldn’t choose it. But here…
By Neenah Payne “We Have No Food for You” – Insiders on Food Supply Shortages warns: “Start growing food and secure your protein now.” Preppers have lots of stored foods – but what about fresh greens? Being able to grow your own food provides a…
By Sara Tipton Echinacea has been touted throughout history as an aid to the immune system during cold and flu season. Now with the globe experiencing a pandemic, it may help support the immune system and reduce the chances of catching a cold. Researchers are…
By Dulce Ruby The Facts: With the whole world going through a collective event, some of us are looking for ways to keep busy, and keep our children learning. Many companies, museums, organizations, and institutions have created free online offerings for us. Reflect On: There’s…
By Elias Marat As the coronavirus spreads across the United States, countless families are preparing to hunker down for what could be an indefinite amount of time. Whether it’s because of orders to “shelter-in-place,” self-quarantine, or simply our own conscience telling us it’s the right…
By Elisha McFarland The Facts: Conventional shampoos are littered with a host of toxic chemicals that do not have a positive impact on human biology. Furthermore, this industry is poorly regulated and it doesn’t take long for what goes on our skin, to go in…
By Sara Tipton Children add a whole other layer to the quarantine process during a pandemic. Here are some “survival” tips to help you weather the storm with your kids while they are not attending school or sports because of pandemic closures. The first thing…
By Sara Tipton It’s important to keep surfaces clean and disinfected – especially during a pandemic emergency. Because the coronavirus can live on surfaces for up to a few days, keeping up your cleaning regimen is essential to your health and the continued sanitation of…
Young children from low-income homes whose mothers reported frequent use of toxic chemicals such as household cleaners were more likely to show delays in language development by age 2, a new study found. In addition, the children scored lower on a test of cognitive development….
By Jade Small If you’ve never heard of jellyfish succulents, that’s because there are no real jellyfish succulents! Except, of course, for those created by planting selected succulents in hanging containers for gardens, patios, or a sunny spot indoors. While some people seem able to…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: Organic foods can often be expensive. Luckily, there is a simple solution we can easily use to wash our produce and reduce the amount of chemicals we are ingesting into our bodies. Reflect On: It’s easy to get discouraged with…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: Many fabric softeners are loaded with toxic chemicals that may cause harm to our health. Reflect On: Have you looked for alternatives to make or to buy? There are plenty out there. Fabric softeners are one of the most unnecessary…
By Alanna Ketler 1. Antibacterial Soap & Hand Sanitizer Many people are under the impression that using antibacterial soap will prevent them from getting sick. Yes, these products do kill bacteria and other germs, but they have no effect at all on viruses, which is…
By Tess Pennington You may think it best to seal your windows shut during winter, but by doing so, you may be subjecting your immune system to fending off symptoms from indoor allergens or have respiratory problems. The reason being is air quality in homes…
The water filter on your refrigerator door, the pitcher-style filter you keep inside the fridge and the whole-house filtration system you installed last year may function differently and have vastly different price tags, but they have one thing in common. They may not remove all…
By Sara Tipton One thing that we can all agree on is that spiders and rodents are unwelcome visitors who do not belong in our homes! Winter is the time when these icky critters seek warm spots to hibernate in. Not too long ago, we…
By Tess Pennington During a sudden disaster event, not having access to emergency lighting such as flashlights and candles can make things difficult in the dark. In The Prepper’s Blueprint, we wrote at length how ideal it would be to set up an emergency supply…
You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your home’s indoor air quality, but it plays a critical role in your family’s overall health. If you suspect your indoor air quality isn’t as good as it ought to be, you should take swift…
By Tess Pennington I’m a sucker for southern cooking and a homemade biscuit is a perfect pair for some of my favorite recipes. The golden crisp of the tops and the soft, buttery inside are the ultimate comfort food, in my opinion. The modest biscuit…
