Gardening- Cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes! – Author Unknown There are so many benefits to gardening besides just the fresh produce. Gardeners are known to live longer and I know many elderly people who still spend hours gardening each week… in their 90s! It might be the abundance of vitamin D, the beneficial organisms […] Continue reading Gardeners Hand Salve Recipe ..read more

It’s probably no secret by now that I’m a huge proponent of a good night’s sleep. Easier said than done if you’re a mama with little ones. Over the years I’ve fine-tuned my nightly routine to what works for me. This includes things like avoiding blue light at night and sipping on relaxing drinks. This […] Continue reading Cherry Rose Moon Milk Recipe ..read more

Every once in a while the kids and I come down with a runny nose, sore throat, and other flu symptoms. Elderberry syrup is a staple in our home, but my kids also love these cough drop lollipops. They’re like cough drops but in sucker form. DIY Cold & Cough Throat Lozenges I probably don’t … Continue reading Homemade Cough Drop Lollipops ..read more

Turmeric is something you’ll always find in my kitchen (and my medicine cabinet). Known for its bright yellow color, turmeric root has numerous health benefits. It also doesn’t taste the greatest on its own. These fat bombs are a delicious way to get your daily turmeric supplement! Benefits of Turmeric So why is turmeric so … Continue reading DIY Turmeric Bomb Supplements ..read more

I get a lot of questions about how I get my kids to take vitamins. While mine will just take their fish oil, probiotics, and magnesium without a problem … it got me thinking. I combined one of their favorite natural snacks (homemade gummy bears) with vitamins. The result are these healthy, gut-boosting, and kid-friendly … Continue reading Homemade Gummy Vitamins That Kids Love ..read more

My remineralizing toothpaste is one of the most visited posts at Wellness Mama. Over the years I’ve had a lot of emails from people who’ve switched and love it. After I remineralized my teeth and reversed cavities, I became a convert to natural toothpaste! The only downfall to my homemade toothpaste is that it can … Continue reading Remineralizing Tooth Powder For a Healthier Mouth ..read more

Thanks to modern farming practices, our food has less than 50% of the minerals it used to. Even our drinking water is mineral depleted. Getting enough takes a little more effort than in the past, but it doesn’t need to be difficult. This mineral drink tonic is a delicious way to get your daily minerals … Continue reading Why We Need Minerals (Plus a Mineral Drink Recipe ..read more

Indigestion, motion sickness, morning sickness… all of us experience nausea at some point. I still remember a particularly bad case of food poisoning from years ago! Dealing with nausea is never fun, but these home remedies for nausea can help. What Causes Nausea? Like anything in life, there’s no silver bullet when it comes to … Continue reading Home Remedies For Nausea ..read more

Last week, within the span of one day, three of my kids needed a Band-Aid for some reason. With six kids who like to climb, jump, and live in their treehouse, this is a common occurrence. I decided to find a natural salve option to use instead of conventional ones like Neosporin. How to Use … Continue reading Homemade Healing Salve ..read more

This digestion tincture is by far the most used tincture in my home remedy cabinet. It’s simple to make, but effective against lots of digestive issues. If you’re dealing with bloating, IBS, or just need digestive support, then read on. Digestive Bitters For Gut Health In modern diets, sugar or salty tastes are often the … Continue reading How to Make a Digestion Tincture For the Whole Family ..read more