Little Natural Cottage

Will the Super Mom Please Stand Up?

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

image courtesy “I FINALLY potty trained my eighteen month old, just in time for our family vacation. My home business is doing so well that we decided to take a trip to Hawaii this year… ”I’m definitely looking forward to a break, although our little girls are so well trained with their chores that I hardly have to lift a finger with housework any more… “Did I tell you my husband planted an organic garden this year? My kids LOVE vegetables, isn’t that funny? “Thankfully they don’t care for sweets, since we never eat them; that would make it so much harder for me to keep my weight under control…” … Continue reading →

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Backyard Homesteading {and a Natural Living link-up}

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

My husband and I spent the majority of this morning working our garden: fighting weeds, soaking roots, and tilling up soil for new seeds. We are settling into our “new” home, which happens to be nestle on two lovely acres of fertile ground. While neither of us are gardening experts by any means, both my husband and I love learning about natural and organic methods of growing our own food. My husband loves the Dirt Doctor, and catches his radio show as often as possible. I’m a book-loving girl, and today I’m featuring one of my favorite books on this subject, The Backyard Homestead. You don’t need to own fifty acres… or … Continue reading →

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Spring Time {putting down roots}

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

image courtesy It’s Spring Time for me right now. Unpredictable weather, tender plants in our garden, the palette of wildflowers on the countryside… all these point to the busyness of this beautiful Season in nature. Spring is a time of new life. Growth. Cultivation. It’s Spring Time for me right now. Little feet beneath my table, the trapsing days on my calendar, the tired head that hits my pillow every night… all these point to the busyness of this beautiful Season in my life. Spring is a time of new life. Personal growth. Cultivation of little souls. ————————– Spring is especially busy for our family this year. After a year-long transition following our last move, … Continue reading →

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Free Homeschool Deals {you can’t afford to miss!}

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

image courtesy- Holy Spirit Led Homeschooling on Pinterest Are you a homeschooling mama who loves a good bargain? Or even better yet, do you love freebies? I do and I love Free Homeschool Deals, a brand new website designed just for homeschooling families! The site, managed by Jamerril Stewart (author of Holy Spirit Led Homeschooling) offers daily bargains, goodies and free stuff for homeschooling families. ——————————– If you’re a fellow coupon clipper, hurry on over and check out the awesome Savings & Coupon Center! Wow, what an amazing selection of promo codes and printable coupons! ——————————– At Free Homeschooling Deals you’ll find a constant flow of bargains, such as * free Kindle books … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Gifts & Sales {for the Natural Mama}

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Here are a few of my favorite, hand-picked deals and gifts for the Natural Mama… just in time for Mother’s Day: —————————– Treat your mama with a beautiful Scripture-inspired gift from Blessings Unlimited… The quality of these products is truly impressive… I love Blessings Unlimited! —————————— Does your mama have a green thumb like mine does? Surprise her with a few packets of heirloom, organic seeds from Jill’s Home Remedies! {Wouldn’t these be cute tucked into a pretty flower pot?} —————————— Every Mother (and Grandmother) deserves to receive a lovely card for Mother’s Day… Design and send one free card from Cardstore.com with promo code “luvmom”. —————————— These luxurious soaps … Continue reading →

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Natural Living Link-up { #20 }

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

It’s time to share your love of natural living! Link up your natural living blog posts and be sure to grab our button, or include a link back to us… please and thank you!

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3 Reasons to Cyber Shop {with Coupon Chief}

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

FreeDigitalPhotos.net I’m a coupon clipper. My mama’s a “clipper”, my Grandma’s a “clipper”, and even my daughters will grab a pair of scissors when a coupon flyer arrives in the mail. The beautiful thing about today’s high-tech world? We homemakers can reap the savings of coupon-clipping… without the scissors! I love discovering new ways to save money and time (who has extra of either?). I recently got the heads up on Coupon Chief, an amazing online coupon-clipper that does all the work for you. Ever wish you had thousands of coupons to take with you shopping? Well, here you go! ———————— Here are 3 reasons to cyber shop with Coupon Chief: … Continue reading →

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Giveaway from Bulk Herb Store- “Making Babies” DVD and Book Series!!

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Yesterday,I told you all about Shoshanna’s “Making Babies” series and why every woman needs this amazing resource in her personal library. Today you can enter to win a complete “Making Babies” set, courtesy of Bulk Herb Store! To enter the giveaway, please use the Rafflecopter below. Comments are always welcome but will not be counted as entries. One winner will receive a “Making Babies” set, including three DVD’s and one book. The winner will be announced on the Rafflecopter on May 1st. ————————– Live deliciously healthy with organic bulk herbs, spices, teas, tinctures, salves, and more at Bulk Herb Store. Watch Shoshanna’s Kitchen, a FREE video series filled with fun … Continue reading →

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“Making Babies” DVD & Book Series {or, Why I Threw Away My Copy of What to Expect When You’re Expecting)

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Last year when Shoshanna released her brilliant series on “Making Babies”, I knew I had to have it. You may ask, Why would a woman who is already the mother of four children need a book on “making babies”? During my first pregnancy, I consulted What to Expect When You’re Expecting like it was the Pregnancy Bible. I won’t say that the book lead me wrong; it did leave a lot lacking, however. A few years later, personal research and curiosity threw open the doors on the world of Natural Living. I surrendered my What to Expect copy to the garage sale box and embraced an exciting new way of thinking. … Continue reading →

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Autism Awareness {and a Natural Living Link-up}

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Because April is Autism Awareness Month– —————————- Unraveling the Mystery of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders This book will change your life, regardless if you are the mother of an autistic child or not. Karen’s passionate story of grief, hope, and healing opened my eyes to the painful world of autism- and the reality of recovery. Healing the New Childhood Epidemics As the mother of children with severe food allergies (“autistic gut, without the autism”), I found this book a wealth of information and knowledge. Every parent ought to read this book at least once. Gut and Psychology Syndrome This book makes the case for the gut-brain link behind disorders such as Autism, … Continue reading →

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The Spring Blessing Blowout: $360 PayPal Cash Giveaway!

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Spring is such a beautiful season! The first buds of the year are blooming, grass is getting greener by the day, and temperatures are on the rise. To celebrate, several other bloggers and myself have teamed up to offer you this Spring Blessing Blowout Giveaway, and one reader will win a BIG prize: $360 in PayPal cash! We pray that this Spring Blessing Blowout Giveaway is truly a blessing to one of you. We’re thankful for the time you spend with us here, the thoughtful comments you share, and the encouragement you’ve given. You have been a blessing to us! Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and … Continue reading →

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April Promo Codes & Coupons for Bulk Herb Store

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Natural Cottage Mama

Bulk Herb Store has some fantastic products on sale during the month of April- grab these promo codes and SAVE on natural living! We’re linked up at Feminine Adventures.

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