Dr. Hauschka’s Jojoba & Marshmallow Conditioner

August 20th, 2007

This conditioner from Dr. Hauschka leaves hair feeling soft and shiny and works very well for long, thick hair…so it will definitely work for shorter hair. It only takes a small amount and the scent is very subtle. If you are looking for a conditioner that is made with only top quality ingredients and no dangerous chemicals, this may be the one for you.



Dr. Hauschka’s Nasturtium & Lemon Shampoo

August 20th, 2007

Like most natural shampoos that are SLS and paraben free, this shampoo doesn’t spread through long, thick hair very easily. It takes quite a bit to feel like you have gotten your hair clean. But when you are all done, your hair is clean and it smells wonderful. So if you don’t mind the lack of a rich lather or if you have shorter hair that is normal to oily, this is the shampoo for you.



Erbaviva Sniffles Chest Balm

August 18th, 2007

Erbaviva’s organic chest balm is made with calendula, eucalyptus, and myrrh. The smell is so delicate, just like your baby. Because it is also made with lavender, I like to use it in the evening even if baby doesn’t have the sniffles…it is relaxing and offers a good time to give the baby a little back massage. It’s non greasy and goes on easy. This organic chest balm isn’t just for babies, toddlers love it too.

Erbabviva also has a lip and cheek balm. It comes in a stick and is made with calendula, lavender and chamomile. So easy to apply and toddlers who like to do things themselves can put it on with no mess. Great for the back of the hands during cold winters. My husband wears it too. :)

Get it at Saffron Rouge.



Cloth Diapering…It’s Not Old-Fashion

May 16th, 2007

Many people shy away from cloth diapering because of the preconception that they are inconvenient and more difficult to work with than disposable diapers. I have to admit that I also thought they would be inconvenient and difficult even though I was committed to using cloth diapers with our first baby. I had them all ready to go but still used disposables for the first five weeks because I thought just having the baby would be enough work. After starting cloth diapers I was surprised at how easy they were. It’s a miracle what they’ve done with diapers! The cloth diapers available today aren’t what your mom or grandma used decades ago. Read more…