Canker sores, also called mouth ulcers, are small lesions in the mouth that cause a surprising amount of pain. They often linger, but you can shorten that considerably with a few remedies kept in your family's "natural medicine chest" to ease the pain, speed healing and prevent them from returning.

Nothing really tops simple prevention and prompt action as our first line of defense when we feel like we might be getting sick. It’s tempting to ignore the hints, but responding promptly is not only simple, cheap, and effective, but it saves massive amounts of time and suffering over the long term! When you have a hint that illness might be brewing, here are 7 actions you can take which have been successful in my family about 80-90% of the time.

If your natural health toolbox needs a refresh—or you’re finally ready to build one—I’ve put together a full list of family essentials. NOW is the time to restock.

The midwife or provider you choose can shape how easily your baby latches and nurses. Here are 10 qualities to look for in natural, low-intervention birth care.

Holistic midwife guide to helping babies gain weight: spot real concerns, protect breastfeeding, and help your newborn safely catch up.

Pure, clean air is increasingly less common, which is challenging our families’ health. Whether from large scale wildfires to industrial pollution, having some options and idea available will improve your kid’s health, lower anxiety for all, and support your informed and proactive protection. Download our free eBook, “How to Protect Your Family From Poor Air Quality, Naturally!”

Summer with children can feel both freeing and exhausting. Get relief with these 10 practical, parent‑tested ideas that channel your kids’ energy, cut the whining and beat summer boredom.

Fireworks can be overwhelming for sensitive kids, babies in the womb, adults with a past, and even pets; these natural remedies will help your whole family handle the 4th of July.

Pregnancy heat survival tips: hydration, salt balance, cooling strategies, summer comfort, and midwife-approved ways to prevent overheating and dehydration.

Midwives lead the world’s safest births, yet the U.S. relies on OBs and sees poorer outcomes. Explore why and how to find midwifery care near you.