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In my native Switzerland Bach Flower Remedies are very popular and can be found in every pharmacy and health food store. They supposedly can help not only adults but also children deal with unpleasant and negative emotions and bring back positive feelings. We asked Shelley McQuerter, owner and director of Learn Homeopathy Now (see her [...]
Did you know that most flea and tick collars are potentially toxic to both our children and our pets? Do you know which ones are most dangerous and why? Sadly, when a child pets his or her cat that is wearing a toxic flea collar, they are absorbing a cancer causing and nervous system toxic [...]
We’ve recently come across a fabulous book that we faithfully refer to when we need holistic tips on how to heal common aliments and injuries such as sunburn, insect bites, bruises, diaper rashes and so much more. The remedies offered are natural and effective, coming from foods, herbs & essential oils. We highly recommend owning [...]
Do you dread getting on an airplane with your children or your baby? Does it seem that every time you fly your baby or child gets sick? “PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR CHILDREN WHILE TRAVELING…NATURALLY!” is an article written by Andrea Candee, MH, MSC. We were delighted when she agreed to add information onto her original [...]
We are excited to share these natural remedies helpful for treating ailments, injuries and infections common to our children. Also, information on boosting our children’s immune systems naturally comes in this post reposted with permission from Nataliya Deleva from GreenKiddie! Many of these remedies you already have right in your home, but some you may [...]
With all the controversy out there on the question “To vaccinate or not to vaccinate?” it is nice to know a few things a parent can do to boost their children’s immune system before and after a shot if they do decide to vaccinate their child. With permission we share this article by Dr. Lauren [...]
It does seem that the fear of the Swine Flu is everywhere. As a parent, this leaves us with lots to be concerned with. It seems the more we learn about vaccinations, the more hesitant we are to go about them blindly. As conscious parents wanting the safest alternatives available for our children, we choose to [...]
Ear infections are very common in children and babies and the common solution for many western doctors is a good dose of antibiotics and over the counter pain medication such as Tylenol. Unfortunately, repeatedly using antibiotics is not an ideal solution for our children. They are likely to build up an immunity to this medication, [...]
Our children’s skin is so delicate and so sensitive. Especially to the powerful summer sunshine! As parents we are always doing our best to keep our kids from the getting a sunburn, especially knowing the long term dangers that they can create. Unfortunately, we don’t always succeed. So, if your child has a moderate sunburn, [...]
I didn’t know anything about swaddling when I had my first baby, but after watching the Happiest Baby on the Block and trying it out, swaddling our little girl was the easiest way to get her to sleep peacefully. Not to mention, swaddling can help relieve colic and helps an infant to feel safe, as [...]
There are many testimonials out there regarding how a change in an autistic child’s diet can make a major impact with the quality of their lives. But when I learned today of the immediate help that one child had received from a totally different kind of approach of fighting autism, I was amazed. This is [...]
If a long winter has kept you indoors, or if a warm-weathered Spring Break is in your future, then you and your family are eager to get into the wild outdoors! Living here in Hawaii, we are outdoors daily, and so are those darn mosquitoes. And boy do those pesky biters like new blood! When [...]
Being a yoga teacher, and practitioner for over 18 years, I have to say it was my pleasure reviewing this DVD, Breathe, Bend, and Conceive. The DVD opens with a short scientific explanation of how doing yoga can help reduce stress hormones, which in turn positively affects the body’s ability to become pregnant. Anna Davis, [...]
Ever since my daughter started eating solids, I wondered if a supplement was necessary. If so, what do I look for? Can they really boost her immune system and keep her healthy? Are they overkill and a waste of money if she is eating healthy foods? All of these questions and so many different products [...]
My whole family in Switzerland is a big fan of homeopathic medicine! My sister (mom of two), swears by it and refuses to use anything else. I own a Single 100-Remedies Homeopathy kit, which I received as a gift from my mother a few years ago. I also purchased a few homeopathic combination remedies for [...]
I have to let our Safbaby readers know about this miracle product from my home country Switzerland. My family’s favorite! Olbas Oil originated in Basel, Switzerland over 100 years ago, and continues to be a European and worldwide favorite. It has long been a household name that families reach for when suffering from seasonal distress [...]