Ever wonder why fokelore has always included chicken soup as a remedy for the common cold? And why your Grandma's tastes just so good (so much better than any canned or dry variety ever could)? The secret is in the broth. Rich, delicious, nourishing homemade soup stock. Why is chicken soup superior to all the ...

I'm assuming that you cloth diaper. I would love all the info that I could get as far as your favorite methods, and the products you use. The information out there is overwhelming. I am Mama to five wonderful girls and have another blessing on the way , due July 3.ShellySeeing how many other fantastic bloggers and sites ...

I came across this article on Mercola.com, discussing the rise of food allergies and sensitivities, how to know if we may be averse to any foods, and what we can do about it. It's definitely worth a read! This Friday I will be going in for my first Vega food sensitivity screening. My husband ...

Edit: For those who didn't read the first post in this scheduling series, here is the link to it. Before I had babies, I was one of those people who never really stops. I had an incredibly full schedule all through high school and university, balancing a heavy course load with church meetings and extra ...

In my post last week, I discussed the importance of ensuring that your baby is truly ready, waiting longer than the typical age promoted by most doctors and books, and focusing on breastmilk as the foundation for baby's nutrition. So now that you've determined that your sweet baby is ready to eat some solid foods, ...

First of all, can I just be sappy for a moment and say how great you all are? I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your comments for the giveaway! Thanks for sharing the wonderful reasons why you've chosen the book that you'd like to win- honestly, I wish I could give away a book to each ...

I am so excited to tell you about Keeper of the Home's first ever bloggy giveaway! Since I'm an official bookaholic, I thought that it would be fun to offer one of my readers the chance to choose a book out of a selection of great books that I have mentioned or promoted on my blog! ...

I came across an interesting topic this morning that I thought I'd share with you, and I'd love to hear your feedback on this one! It all started while visiting a new blog, and stumbling upon this post. The subject of menstrual pads is not one that is commonly discussed on blogs (let alone ...

I wanted to finish this last night, before bed (which was already past 10), but my wise husband told me to leave it and go to bed and do it in the morning. I was so tired all weekend (the result of a couple late nights and a baby that's still getting me up), ...

I struggle with a schedule and getting everything done and still spend time with my little ones, get enough sleep, etc.  It seems like wherever I spend my time, I feel guilty for neglecting the other things.  Any tips? Katie Perhaps you are like me, and are just a bit, um, overly ambitious (don't you love euphemisms?). Honestly, sometimes ...