How to Make DIY Makeup You’ll Actually Use

Posted 2025-08-28 11:00:00 by: Melinda King

I’ve experimented with plenty of DIY projects over the years. Everything from lotion bars to toothpaste to vanilla latte scrub. I get a lot of questions about natural makeup and what I use. So it’s probably no surprise that I’ve learned how to make a lot of my own DIY natural makeup! Makeup was definitely […] Continue reading How to Make DIY Makeup You’ll Actually ...

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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend (+ Recipes)

Posted 2025-08-26 13:07:41 by: Melinda King

I’ve shared my recipes for homemade herb and spice blends before, and one of my favorites is homemade pumpkin pie spice. It’s simple to make and an easy way to make sure there are fresh spices (and only that) in your blend. You can also adjust the recipe based on your family’s tastes and the […] Continue reading Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend (+ ...

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August Favorites: Wellness Tools and Habits I’m Loving

Posted 2025-08-22 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

I decided that I wanted to start a new monthly series with you all. These will share some of the highlights, discoveries, and small things I’ve been experimenting with lately. Sometimes these are new tools or products I’m testing, sometimes they’re small habits that are making a difference. Sometimes it’s just little things that are […] Continue reading August Favorites: Wellness Tools and Habits I’m ...

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DIY Bath Paints For Kids (With Clean Ingredients)

Posted 2025-08-21 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

While my older kids are most certainly past the play in the bath tub stage, my kids loved soaking in the bath when they were younger. I love taking Epsom salt baths to relax myself! These fun, DIY bath paints are a non-toxic way for kids to make a mess while they’re getting clean.  Most […] Continue reading DIY Bath Paints For Kids (With Clean ...

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Air Fryer Harissa Chicken Skewers

Posted 2025-08-19 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I love recipes that are simple enough for a busy weeknight but still full of fresh flavor. These air fryer Harissa chicken skewers check all the boxes. They’re quick to prep, flavorful, and colorful on the plate. The only downside is that they’re so delicious […] Continue reading Air Fryer Harissa Chicken ...

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Anti-inflammatory Ginger Turmeric Immunity Shots

Posted 2025-08-14 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

When the seasons change, or when I’ve been around a lot of the sniffles, I like to make a big batch of elderberry syrup. While that’s always been a staple around our home, I also like to change up my immune boosting remedies. I’ve made all sorts of herbal concoctions over the years, but this […] Continue reading Anti-inflammatory Ginger Turmeric Immunity ...

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Avocado Chicken Lettuce Wraps With Herbed Yogurt Sauce

Posted 2025-08-12 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

Our family loves these Asian chicken lettuce wraps, but I wanted to come up with something a little lighter. This version has more of a fresh, herbal flavor, instead. It’s simple, uses fresh ingredients that are plentiful in summer, and is easy to throw together. I like to batch cook proteins at the beginning of […] Continue reading Avocado Chicken Lettuce Wraps With Herbed Yogurt ...

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Soft Homemade Cat Treats

Posted 2025-08-07 12:57:21 by: Melinda King

Our family prioritizes healthy, whole foods, so why not do the same for our pets? To my children, pets truly are part of the family. It was their idea to make homemade dog treats for our dog. And now they wanted to make homemade cat treats for our cats, Penelope and Tiger, too (“to be […] Continue reading Soft Homemade Cat ...

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Easiest Fluffy High-Protein Pancakes (Blender-Friendly!)

Posted 2025-08-05 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

With a houseful of kids I’m always hunting for easy breakfast ideas. It needs to be high protein, fast, and something the kids will love too. My go-to is usually eggs, but sometimes you can only eat so many eggs. We’ve tried plenty of breakfast recipes over the years and some have been more of […] Continue reading Easiest Fluffy High-Protein Pancakes ...

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Mouth Taping: The Simple Sleep Hack That Can Be Lifechanging

Posted 2025-08-01 12:00:00 by: Melinda King

Call me weird, but oral health has always fascinated me. And it’s more than just brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing. Mouth taping is a newer trend in the natural oral care world, but it’s about so much more than that. This one simple habit can help your overall health improve, sometimes dramatically.  […] Continue reading Mouth Taping: The Simple Sleep Hack That Can Be ...

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