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Comment on Sickness by Courtney Gray

Courtney Gray — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 04:13:26 +0000

Oh no!
I am so sorry to hear of your situation, It is never fun flying with kids on a long flight let alone a sick one.
You will survive! just remember everything is temporary!

As for the docs prescription
I love it.
I have never given my child anything except holisitic, until 2 days ago when his 2 year moulers started working their way out.
Oh man….He is in pain, I couldn’ty stand it anymore and sent my husband for IBprofin, it did work I must say
I only use this stuff when absolutley necesary.
If your doc prescribes antibiotics often, get a new doctor they aren’t researching enough!
ANtibiotics and medication will contaminate your body with chemicals that are hard to get rid of later in life, causing cancer an more.

It is amazing what the human body can do to heal itself with little chemical intervention!

Mainly trust yourself, you know what is best for your child.
But give it a shot, watch her fever and let her body heal on its own.

Good luck!

Comment on Sickness by Jen

Jen — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:18:33 +0000

I think that’s incredible! I would trust American doctors MUCH more if they were more holistic with their treatments.

I work for a German company (Dr. Hauschka Skincare) and I know that plants are very powerful. There’s not much you can do for a virus…just treat the symptoms and ride it out until it passes through the body.

I know it’s nerve-wracking to have a sick child, I hope she feels better soon! Enjoy the rest of your trip. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that you have a hassle-free trip home!

Comment on Sunscreen by olive

olive — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:53:28 +0000

our pedi told us that we should avoid using suncreen on our DD until she was over 6 months b/c sunscreens are not tested on anyone 6 months or younger. in general, we kept her out of the sun until she was over a year and ready to start playing at parks and in a wading pool. now, we slather her with sunscreen many times a day, but we do find it hard to keep her inside during peak UV hours. she’s 2 and a half now and very much an outdoorsy girl.

Comment on Sunscreen by LuAnn

LuAnn — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:56:03 +0000

My 2 year old has eczema and we’ve found that sunscreens with oxybenzone cause flair ups. Unfortunately, that chemical is in most sunscreens — including ones that claim to be “natural.” I agree with Jen about starting on mineral sunscreen with zinc and/or titanium dioxide. Earth’s Best makes a product — we’ve only been able to find it at Babies R Us. There’s also an Australian company that makes a product called Baby Lizard that I’ve found at CVS.

Comment on Sunscreen by Jen

Jen — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 18:54:22 +0000

It’s because children under six months shouldn’t be exposed to either direct sunlight or the chemicals found in conventional sunscreen.

Children that young are supposed to be covered with loose cotton clothing and a hat to prevent sunburn and overheating and are supposed to be kept mostly in the shade.

You should be able to use a natural mineral sunscreen (with zinc or titanium dioxide as the active ingredient) without harming her. At four months it is probably fine. You can find a few options at Whole Foods or similar health food store. Just be sure to read the ingredients because even there they carry chemical sunscreen products, even in ones labeled for children and babies.

Comment on Featuring: Wildflower Organics and a Giveaway!! by James Daniels

James Daniels — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:03:33 +0000

Oops sorry, accidentally pressed twice!

Comment on Featuring: Wildflower Organics and a Giveaway!! by James Daniels

James Daniels — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:02:54 +0000

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Comment on Featuring: Wildflower Organics and a Giveaway!! by James Daniels

James Daniels — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:02:13 +0000

I enjoy reading you blog, very infomative and useful info.
nb: If you want something fancy, an evening dress, or just a gorgeous summer dress you should check out the discounted eco dresses at Green-uk.co.uk.There is currently a discount of 20% available on all the organic and ethical dresses at Green-uk.co.uk (worldwide delivery). This includes dresses from designers Ciel, Mumo, Alchem1st and Beaumont organics + loads more…hurry though, as the discount is only valid until the 13th July. These dresses are totally unique and guaranteed to be either totally organic, ethically manufactured and definitely eco-friendly.

Comment on Native Planting by Kelly

Kelly — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:29:32 +0000

Thanks for your response I had a similar question.

Comment on Native Planting by Stephanie

Stephanie — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:57:22 +0000

It’s a bit of a drive from Round Rock, but Barton Springs Nursery on Bee Caves Road is wonderful. They carry an enormous selection of native plants, and their staff is incredibly helpful.

The basis of any Central Texas native garden should be various sages, lantana, and rosemary. They are all easy to grow perennials, non-poisonous, drought tolerant, and deer resistant. And you can’t beat having fresh rosemary to cook with year round.

Good luck!