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Practicing Gratitude and Keeping My Family Healthy with Orange Naturals-Giveaway

Disclosure: I am part of the Orange Naturals Mom Ambassador Program and I receive special perks as part of my affiliation with this group. The opinions on this blog are my own. With Thanksgiving just having passed, gratitude is something that’s fresh in my mind. I’m so thankful to have an amazing and supportive husband,

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Soothe Your Soul with Natural Scents of Avalon Organics Hair and Body Care-Giveaway

There are a lot of things that I love about organic products, but one of my very favourite reasons for choosing organic when possible is the smell. A chemically-created scent is very hit-and-miss for me; some smell great while others make me feel dizzy and nauseous. But the natural scents of organic products never make

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Having a Baby? Always Say Yes to These Offers of Help!

This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and NUK Canada Simply Natural #SimplyNatural sponsored program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors. As the oldest of five children, I had plenty of exposure to babies…and the work that they

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Save Money and the Earth with New Live Clean Hand Soap 1L Refill Bottles-Giveaway

This weekend, the world celebrated Earth Day, a day to appreciate nature and to make a commitment to protect the earth for future generations. I’ve always been a believer that small actions can make a big difference so to me, Earth Day is a time to plan small ways I can help make the world

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Discover the New ATTITUDE Sensitive Skin Care Collection at Special Low Prices Right Now-Giveaway

I’ve always been a big fan of natural products in the house, whether I’m looking for safe and effective cleaning products or bath and body care for my boys. So, when I discovered ATTITUDE last year, I fell in love. The company’s philosophy is simple: parents deserve high-quality products with worry-free ingredients for their families.

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Treat Skin to Gentle Nourishment with the Live Clean Fresh Face Collection-Giveaway

The more my skin starts to mature, the more I need gentle, yet effective cleansing and moisturizing to keep it looking its best. Whether I’m on the go or lounging at home, taking care of my face is always a priority. That’s why I’m so happy that I discovered the Live Clean Fresh Face collection

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Get Natural Baby and Child Bedding for a Great Price at the Dream Designs Baby & Kids Healthy Sleep Month Event

When it comes to comfortable, breathable and beautiful cloth, there aren’t many fabrics that can top cotton. But did you know that growing three pounds of cotton, enough for a sheet set or a shirt and jeans, requires one pound of chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides? Not only is that damaging to the environment, any

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Lower Stress and Keep Your Heart Healthy with 3 Simple Steps #ONatural

Between getting engaged, Valentine’s Day celebrations and starting to plan a wedding, matters of the heart have been very much on my mind this February. And while love and romance are always common themes for the month, February is also a great time to remember to take care of your heart! After all, a strong

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Help Little Ones Breath Easy this Winter with Boogie Wipes and Boogie Mist

It may have been a pretty mild winter in most parts of Canada, but that certainly didn’t mean that there were no colds and flus making the rounds! In fact, my boys both spent almost a month with stuffy noses and occasional bouts of coughing. One of the hardest parenting jobs has to be comforting

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Enjoy the Dairy-Free Goodness of Almonds and Cashews with New Happy Planet Nut Smoothies-Giveaway

I’ve always been a little bit nuts for nuts. Cracking whole assorted nuts and eating them right out the shell has been a Christmas tradition in our house since I was a child. And whether I’m making a flavourful vegetarian curry or a batch of tasty homemade chocolates, adding nuts just makes food better. But

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Treat Stuffy Noses and Coughing with Boogie Wipes and Other Natural Solutions

Even though we’ve had one of the nicest autumn seasons I can rememeber here in Saskatchewan, that hasn’t meant that we haven’t had the customary fall illnesses! In fact, both my boys just recently went through one of the worst colds they’ve had in years. Fever, coughing, stuffy noses…they were two unhappy boys for a

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Treat Summer’s Bites, Bumps and Bruises with Homeopathic Remedies from Orange Naturals #ONatural

I love almost everything about summer, but it does cause some extra challenges when it comes to keeping my kids healthy and happy. Days spend outdoors are fun but they result in plenty of bug bites, bruises and scrapes as well! This year, I’ve been turning to products from Orange Naturals to help treat my

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Children Will Love Washing Up this Summer with New Live Clean Kids Products-Giveaway

Warm weather is here to stay for another year and that means that my boys are spending a lot of time outdoors now. While I love all the extra physical activity that they’re getting, there’s something else that I have to deal with as a result of all that outdoor play…dirt! Like most kids, Zackary

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Enjoy Pretty and Eco-Friendly Nails with SOPHi by Piggy Paint Nail Polish

A few years ago, I discovered Piggy Paint, a non-toxic and eco-friendly children’s nail polish. I had a blast testing out the colours with my nieces and appreciated the fact that they weren’t being exposed to potentially harmful chemicals. In fact, I couldn’t help but wish there was an adult version of the polish that

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Grill in Style this Summer with 10 Amazing BBQ Tips and Ozery’s OneBun®-Giveaway

I am a huge fan of barbequing and once the weather is warm enough to eat outside, I’ll sometimes use the barbeque all week long. From chicken and steak to hot dogs and hamburgers, it’s a sure-to-please meal if it’s been on the grill! But I’m not a fan of the big, doughy hamburger and

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Protect Baby’s Skin from the Sun with Mustela Mineral Sunscreen

There are a few products that I absolutely refuse to use on my children, and one of those is chemically based sunscreen. I fully believe in the importance of sunscreen, but with so many naturally derived and mineral based alternatives to commercial formulas, it just doesn’t make sense to me to choose a product containing

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Treat Baby’s Skin Gently with Live Clean Baby Perfume Free Lotion and Wash-Giveaway

When it came to choosing baby products for my boys, I was pretty picky about what I put on their skin. My family has a history of eczema and allergies, so I didn’t want to risk any potential irritation. That being said, I do love products that have a light, sweet scent. It made finding

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Nourish Your Hair with New Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner-Giveaway

I’ve loved coconut ever since I was a child. In fact, I used to sprinkle it on top of cereal in place of sugar in the mornings and often have a spoonful straight out of the package for a quick afternoon snack. But it wasn’t until I was an adult that I learned more about

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Kids and Parents Will Both Love New Kids Gourmet Slammers SuperFood Snacks-Giveaway

When my boys were toddlers, they loved Baby Gourmet Squoosh Snacks. In fact, they enjoyed eating the squeezable pouches of pureed organic fruit right up into their school days. And why not? The pouches are portable, mess-free, healthy and taste great! But unfortunately, since the products are targeted towards infants, they have a design that’s

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Support Healthy Blood Sugar Levels with Natural Products from Orange Naturals

November is World Diabetes Month and even though nobody in our immediate family suffers from diabetes, my boys do have a history of it in their family and it really makes me think about what they’re eating each day. With so much sugar in the food that we eat, making sure that my boys aren’t

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Nourish Your Skin Gently with the New Live Clean Fresh Face Collection-Giveaway

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of the naturally sourced skin, hair and body care products from Live Clean. And part of the reason I love the brand so much is that it’s always coming up with new innovations. The recently launched Live Clean Fresh Face collection is a perfect example and I

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Make This Creamy Salted Caramel Latte Recipe and Other Delicious Drinks with New Pure Via Stevia Liquid Sweetener-Giveaway

As somebody that is fairly health conscious, but also shuns artificial ingredients in my food, I’ve been a fan of Pure Via sweetener since it was first introduced in Canada. This naturally sourced option is made from an extract from the leaves of the Stevia plant and provides low-calorie sweetness that doesn’t cause fluctuations in

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Experience #FigLove with 100% Natural #NaturesBakeryPtc Fig Bars-Giveaway

This post was created in partnership with Nature’s Bakery. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Now that school is back in session, finding tasty snacks for my boys’ lunches is a top priority for me and it’s not always a job that’s easy. I like to choose healthy and natural foods whenever possible, but

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Arnicare Gel and Other Boiron Products Help Families Enjoy Summer More #BoironFamily

When the warm weather arrives, my boys and I are outside more than we’re inside and that means we end up with plenty of summer irritations too. From minor strains and sprains to itchy insect bites to scrapes and burns, my boys and I frequently deal with those little inconvenient injuries that don’t really slow

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New Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Protects Baby’s Delicate Skin

Sensitive skin is something that we understand very well in this family. Between allergies, a history of eczema and the fact that our skin often seems to just be easily irritated, I always make sure that I’m choosing skincare products that are gentle, natural and helpful at soothing irritated skin. Weleda products are always a

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Nature’s Path EnviroKidz Cereal Makes Breakfast Delicious, Healthy and Eco-Friendly-Giveaway

When it comes to breakfast, I really can’t go wrong giving my boys cereal. They love almost any variety of cold breakfast cereal and as an added bonus for me, Zackary is old enough now to pour out cereal and milk for himself and his brother! But when I’m choosing breakfast cereal for my boys,

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Take the #WeledaHairDare with New Weleda Oat Replenishing Hair Care-Giveaway

I absolutely love discovering new bath and beauty products and when those products are made with natural ingredients, that’s even better. I have a few different hair care lines that I love but with my long hair, I never miss a chance to try new shampoo and conditioner just in case I discover something I

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The Healthy Shopper Spring 2014 Picks for Organic and Natural Products-Giveaway

I love buying organic and natural products whenever possible but they do tend to be more expensive than commercial brands. Most of the time I find that the extra expense is worth it for the superior taste and health benefits I receive, but that doesn’t mean I still wouldn’t love to save a little when

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Snack Healthy and Happy with Way Better Snacks Tortilla Chips-Giveaway

I may eat pretty healthy overall, but I still love my snacks! So I like making sure that I have alternatives to traditional junk food in my house when the snack craving hits. Fruit and vegetables are always a great choice, but sometimes I want something that’s crunchy, salty and satisfies my craving for snack

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Cinnaleve Helps Manage Type 2 Diabetes with the Natural Power of Cinnamon-Giveaway

I have a few close friends and family members that developed Type 2 Diabetes in their mid to late adult years, and in Canada, that seems to be a common trend. In fact the Government of Canada estimates that there are about 2 million Canadians living with Diabetes, and a shocking 9/10 of those Canadians

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Shaving is More Luxurious with the Arbonne Sky for Men Gift Set-Giveaway

Often, men tend to put a lot less care into their shaving routine than women. But using high-quality, nourishing products makes a big difference in getting a close, smooth shave. This Christmas, treat your man to the Arbonne Sky for Men gift set and let him experience the results for himself! Arbonne products are created

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Look Your Best and Pamper Your Skin with Natural Cosmetics from Mia Mariu-Giveaway

I am a little bit makeup obsessed and love trying new colours and brands of products to keep my look current. But I also have quite finicky skin, so when I choose makeup, it has to be from a brand that offers gentle, natural ingredients that nourish. I have a few favourites already, but finding

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Snack Healthier with RW Garcia Premium Organic Tortilla Chips-Giveaway

My boys and I love our snacks. While regular meals are great, snacks are definitely a family favourite whether we’re enjoying sweet treats or savoury crunchy foods. Obviously, that means that I have to be careful about the snacks we eat because we’d end up with a lot of unhealthy food in our bodies otherwise!

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Natural Protection! Reader Reviews of Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen

This summer, I had the chance to test out the brand new Banana Boat Natural Reflect sunscreen on my boys and I was so excited that a large commercial brand was offering a natural alternative to chemical sunscreens. While I’ve already shared my review of Banana Boat Natural Reflect sunscreen, I wanted to hear from

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Let Philips AVENT Soothe Your Little One With the Natural Essentials Set-Giveaway

I am always on the lookout for the best products for my baby and Philips AVENT has such a great assortment of high-quality and effective breast pumps, bottles and other feeding products that it’s always been one of my favourite brands. That’s why I was delighted to be recently chosen as a Philips AVENT Mom.

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Discover Your Favourite Scent in the New LUSH Gorilla Perfumes Collection-Giveaway

I am a little bit of a nut about LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics products. LUSH Bath Bombs are my ultimate favourite indulgence and the fact that these skin-soothing, scent-infusing bath time treats are handmade with fabulous essential oils just makes me love them even more. LUSH also carries an extensive line of cosmetics, body care

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Enjoy Naturally Sweet Summer Treats with Truvia Sweetener-Giveaway

With concerns about commercial sweeteners becoming more and more prevalent, one of the hottest new food and diet trends is using stevia-based sweeteners to replace sugar in everything from coffee to baked goods. Canada has a few different brands of stevia-based sweetener available and recently I received a fun iced tea prize pack so that

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Get Healthier with Herbal Magic Sensible Weight Loss Programs and Natural Supplements

When it comes to losing weight and living a healthier lifestyle, it seems there are two main challenges that most people encounter. The first is developing an appropriate eating and exercise plan. The second is finding a way to battle the cravings that tempt dieters to overindulge in unhealthy foods. Herbal Magic tackles both those

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Earth Rescue Cleaning Products Get Rid of Dirt Naturally

My love of eco-friendly cleaning products is something I’ve spoken about often. I don’t like poisonous chemicals in my house and so I’m always looking for great eco-friendly products that still power through dirt and grime. While I appreciate products that are safe for the environment, the truth is that I’m actually far more concerned

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Protect Your Skin from the Sun with New Banana Boat Natural Reflect Sunscreen-Giveaway

Today is Sunscreen Protection Day and I have to admit that as much as I understand the importance of sun safety, I am leery about some commercial sunscreens. I don’t like exposing my boys to harsh chemicals any more than I have to and since there are great natural sunscreens available, I prefer using them

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Beat the Heat! Four Tips for Exercising Safely When the Weather Gets Warm

Spring took a long time coming, but the weather is finally warmer and the season for outdoor activities has arrived! Exercising outside can seem like a no-brainer. When the sun is shining and there a fresh breeze blowing, who would want to be closed away indoors? But hot days bring their own challenges when it

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Live Clean (baby) is Supporting Earth Day with Seven New Eco-Friendly Products-Giveaway

To me, one of the biggest motivations in supporting environmental initiatives such as Earth Day is that it helps to ensure a safe and healthy world for my children. So what better day than Earth Day could there be to share the news about the brand new products that have recently been added to the

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Get Your Hands Ready for Spring with New Live Clean Hand Creams-Giveaway

I love the extensive line of hair, body and baby skincare products from Live Clean because they’re plant derived, made with certified organic botanicals and free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil and petroleum. And now Live Clean has introduced a new line of Hand Creams to help get your winter-damaged hands feeling soft, smooth and

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Reveal Younger Looking Skin with New Annmarie Gianni Repair Serum

Last year I discovered the luxurious skincare products of Annmarie Gianni and the natural, organic formulas were an absolute delight. Recently, Annmarie Gianni released its newest product and I was lucky enough to be given the chance to test it out before it was released. The new Repair Serum is formulated to naturally transform skin

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Protect Baby’s Delicate Skin and Nourish Your Hair with Organic Products from Boo Bamboo

I love eco-friendly hair and body care products because they’re as kind to my skin and hair as they are to the environment. I’ve had a chance to try a few different eco-friendly personal care products over the last few years, but one of the things that really gets me excited about the recent revolution

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Eliminate Stains and Odours Naturally with Unique Natural Products-Giveaway

My love of eco-friendly cleaning products is something that I’ve mentioned often in the past. If I can find a product that can tackle the huge amount of dirt and grime that my boys drag into the house without using dangerous chemicals, I am a happy woman. With spring fast approaching, one of my upcoming

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Let Girls Be Girls With All Natural Eco Princess Play Makeup from Organic Beauty Now-Giveaway

My 5-year-old daughter Anna has skin that is extremely sensitive and eczema that we work very hard to keep under control. We have to be certain to purchase soaps, shampoos, detergents and many other products that are scent-free and contain minimal additives. Then once we find a product that works we are very leery about

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Seventh Generation’s New Natural 4X Laundry Detergent is Eco-Friendly Inside and Out

It’s almost Earth Day and thinking about ways that I can minimize my family’s impact on the earth are filling my head. It’s not hard to find eco-friendly products for our homes these days; every major brand seems to have its own earth-conscious line of products. Some companies, however, aren’t just providing products to embrace

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