September is ‘going back to school month’! There is a lot to think about. The family outings to the store to buy school supplies and new clothes are very likely completed by now. School has already begun for many of our children. The weather is still warm and the sun is still shining. Our […]
Archives for September 2014
Healthy School Lunch Ideas
Back to School September is always a great month to think about how to introduce some healthier habits for our children’s school lunches. Most kids today start school before Labor Day, so very likely, you have had one to two weeks to get acclimated to the new schedule. For those of you that have […]
Healthy and Natural Ideas for Children’s Birthday Parties
How can we maintain a fun atmosphere while still integrating healthy natural principles into our lifestyle? In today’s era, being natural is an up and coming trend. Everywhere we look, we find references to gluten free living, as well as other natural strategies for healthy living. Incorporating healthy and natural strategies into daily living can […]
Raising Children Naturally
Introduction What does it take to become a natural parent? Recently, my daughter came down with a very high fever. To be honest, I was petrified. In these acute situations, options can seem so limited. For as long as I can remember, I have been an advocate of natural parenting. Even before my husband […]
Better Food, Better Behavior
Nutrition in Our Children’s Schools In a 2004 report on ‘Better Food, Better Behavior’, the Michael Fields Agricultural Institute published a case study on school nutrition. This case study focused on a high school in Appleton, Wisconsin that was failing academically and dealing with high disciplinary issues. Following a complete overhaul of the school lunch […]