Why We Allow God to Plan our Family Size

Why we allow God to plan our family size

 Guest Post by Hindsfeet

( Allow? Allow God? Who am I to allow God? )

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." Proverbs 3:5, 6

Sometimes people ask me what scripture we base our family size on.

“ME” TIME

“ME” TIME
Guest Post by L. Elizabeth Krueger from Raising Godly Tomatoes

I was about to write that I just got up to a nice quiet house and was sitting in the sun, looking at the lake and enjoying my morning cup of coffee (ok, it's really a chocolate diet shake – I don’t drink coffee), ALL ALONE....but then I realized that I'm not alone. My 24yo son was already at the table when I got here and we just had a nice conversation about toasting my homemade bread and about the sad state of affairs in Detroit when they want to elect a basketball player to be mayor. Hmmm. I guess what I'm trying to say is that apparently I've learned to enjoy "solitude" even when I'm not technically alone.

Victory Over Depression

Victory Over Depression

Guest Post by Iora M.

When I was in high school, I was very wacky. I used illegal drugs to self medicate; usually I used uppers to maintain the "maniac" phase of a "bi-polar" disorder. The maniac phase always seemed better to me, even though I was off the wall with running/racing thoughts, and crazy behavior. I hardly ever needed to sleep, and was always going somewhere.

How to Teach Your Child to Stop Screaming

Guest Post by L. Elizabeth Krueger of Raising Godly Tomatoes:


Here's my "Hand On/Off" trick for teaching little children to obey their mom's direction and stop screaming defiantly for no good reason:

When a child is screaming for NO GOOD REASON (usually just because he's mad) and does not respond favorably when I tell him to stop, I scoop the child up, set him on my lap facing outward, and hold him there securely by placing my left arm over his arms and around his waist.

It's Not About Spanking!

Guest Post by L. Elizabeth Krueger of Raising Godly Tomatoes:

For some unknown reason, some people, even after reading my book multiple times, think it's all about spanking. No matter how many times I say that if they're parenting the right way they will only need to spank for a short period of time in the beginning, they are still spanking the same kids for the same offenses year later - and thinking this is the right way to parent! ACK!

Do's and Don'ts of Homeschooling

Guest Post by Missy J.:

Okay, friends. I decided to pass along what I have learned and help you learn from my mistakes and successes. Let me know if it helps any of you.

Don'ts of Homeschooling

*Don't compare yourself with other homeschoolers. It will only discourage you. Get ideas and helpful info from others, but don't expect your family or household to run like someone else's. We are all like different fruits in a fruit bowl, each having its own unique sweetness.

Salt Deficiency and How to Treat It

SALT - Guest Post by Dr. Peter Rosi

Years ago, in the 1950's-1960's, Dr. Tom H. Brewer proved that salt deficiency, plus protein-calorie malnutrition, causes toxemia.  Breastfeeding problems (like mastitis and lack of sufficient milk supply) also come from the dehydration caused by salt deficiency.

By 1986, salt was proven not to cause high blood pressure, strokes or heart attacks. Yet most doctors and people falsely believe it to be dangerous.

Arrogants Anonymous

Guest Post by Megan:

Hi.  I'm Megan...and I'm arrogant.

Sure, it's a misquote: but if alcoholism is destructive enough to warrant intervention like A.A. groups, multiply the Destructo-Factor by the power of ten to describe the effects of arrogance in a person's life.  If there were an organization called Arrogants Anonymous, I'd be a card-carrying member; and just like an alcoholic, I know it won't ever matter how many years I've been sober.  Arrogance is always a constant danger.  Ask Moses, the humblest man who ever lived...and who could not enter the Promised Land because for a time he looked to his own glory and honor instead of God's.

Problems & Solutions Related to Breastfeeding

Problems & Solutions Related to Breastfeeding
Guest Post by Missy J.:
These are from my experiences. They are limited. However, I have had all my problems solved by a wonderful La Leche lady who has over twenty five years of experience. She never charged for phone call questions, although she does charge for personal consultations (highly recommended).

Depression After Birth

Guest Post by Missy J:

My hormones went a bit crazy after my fourth birth. I struggled with depression.

My nutritionist had me purchase some yam lotion (or Yam based deodorant). It has a natural progesterone in it. If your emotions are a bit crazy because of your hormone level, then Yam lotion will really help you feel better. I have recently heard that Arbonne has a really good yam lotion with natural progesterone. I will try and find a link for those interested.

Preventing Morning Sickness

Guest Post by Missy:
If you don't want morning sickness, I know of an easy fix: fast for a week before conception. Yep, that will nip it. I have done this a couple of times, and it was well worth the fast.

First Trimester Anti-Nausea Diet

Guest Post:
I learned of this diet at an Above Rubies Retreat by a lady named Trisha.  She had had five pregnancies where she suffered terrible morning sickness, then later was on the following "diet" for other reasons, and became pregnant again.  She was amazed that she had no morning sickness and attributed it to this "diet".  She has gone on to have six more pregnancies, morning sickness free, and has successfully coached several women who also had similar success.  I am currently trying this "diet" out for myself and hoping that it will be a success for me as well.

Basic Info on Treating Your Family Health Naturally

By Dr. Mom

 The first thing that I teach is what a Naturopath is:What is Traditional Naturopathy?
Although the term “naturopathy” originated in the late 19th century, the art can be traced back through Germany into Greece, to Hippocrates himself, and even beyond. There have always been people who understood that healing occurs naturally in the human body, when it is given what it truly needs: proper diet, pure water, fresh air, sunlight, exercise and rest.
“Natural forces within us are the true healers.”
—Hippocrates

To be busy at home

By Lori O'Dea, originally published on MamaKnowsBest.net

Busyness has become a badge of honor in today’s society. Ask anyone how they are and they usually respond with an automatic “fine”, closely followed by “I’m so busy”. In most cases, what they mean is busy everywhere else besides home.