eUpdate
February 2005
Life is only natural, so why not live it more naturally? Let Natural Family Online magazine show you how. NFO is your toolbox for natural family living and natural parenting. No matter what your personal or parenting style, we offer tips, tools and information every family can use. Visit us online every month for a new issue packed with information on natural homes, natural beauty, pregnancy and birth, breastfeeding, health and wellness, education and learning and much, much more. Natural Family Online ...
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New this month at NFO
Teaching kids about war How can you help your children understand the continued U.S. Iraq
http://www.naturalfamilyonline.com/5-ap/47-teaching-kids-war.htm
And how can you help them cope with news about the war?
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Hot new trend: baby signing Baby signing is the hot new way to communicate with your baby. Find out why so many families are turning to this simple technique.
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Get back to nature for ADHD Research reveals why you should get outside if your child has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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Get solid advice for dealing with adults who have ADHD.
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Ow, Mommy, my ear hurts! Treat ear infections gently with homeopathy.
http://www.naturalfamilyonline.com/2-ch/52-ear-infections.htm
In us we trust How do we build trust with our children, and how does it impact their lives as they grow?
http://www.naturalfamilyonline.com/5-ap/52-trust.htm
Is she nursing enough? Is your newborn getting enough breast milk?
First in
a series, this article takes a look at the first two weeks after birth.
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More new articles: Starting solid foods … how to really listen to your kids … help your child deal with stress … breastfeeding for a healthy heart … potty learning routines … expecting the unexpected at your birth … prenatal yoga … the health benefits of chocolate … Vitamin A … Jan Hunt's Potato Poppers recipe … sauna therapy … new books this month … build your own cabin … feng shui for your bedroom … finding community resources … tracking signs of the season … natural skin care with black tea … make natural pet treats … breathing for good health … herbal sage … involve your kids in yoga … stress addictions … journaling for health …
Visit http://www.naturalfamilyonline.com/ to see all our new articles for February!
You've got questions? We've got answers!
"What can I give my child when she's had a stressful day and cannot seem to fall asleep?" -- Andrea Candee replies.
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"I've heard that when using homeopathic remedies, my symptoms will get worse before they get better. Why is this?" -- Susy Parker Goins replies.
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"Our two boys, ages 7 and 9, are constantly fighting. The only thing that works is to separate them. What can we do?" -- Mark Brandenburg replies.
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Exclusive new article for eUpdate subscribers!
Five Tips for Healthier Houseplants
By Monica Resinger
If your houseplants are looking like they need a lift, here are five tips that'll get them looking and feeling better in no time.
* If your plants have dusty leaves, give them a shower. I'm
lucky
enough to have a sprayer on my kitchen sink to do this with ease. If you don't have a sprayer, give them a shower in your shower or tub.
Doing this
will automatically improve the health of the plant and make it look a lot better.
* Cut off any dead or diseased foliage. This will help the
plant put
its energy into its health rather than repairing itself. You will be amazed at the difference this makes.
* If you see roots growing through the holes in the bottom of
the
container, it's time to re-pot. Simply pot the plant in the next size up container filling in the gaps with a good potting soil.
* One of the best tips I have ever learned about houseplants
is about
watering. It is very simple and following it makes sure you don't
over- or
under-water. To check if your plant needs watering, simply poke your finger into the top inch or so of potting soil. If you feel moisture, don't water.
If you don't feel any moisture, water.
* Fertilize with a diluted fertilizer at each watering rather
than
what's recommended on the package. Use about one-quarter the amount of fertilizer that the directions call for. This will ensure that you are fertilizing enough.
Follow these five tips and you'll be amazed at how healthy and vibrant your plants will look.
© Monica Resinger
Monica Resinger is the creator of <i>Homemaker's Journal E- Publications</i>, where you will find many fun and informative home and garden related e-books, tip sheets and how to sign up for her free home and garden newsletter! Visit her at http://homemakersjournal.com/.
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