These wipes are for personal hygiene—not for cleaning surfaces. If you’re looking for disinfecting or household cleaning wipes, Stomach viruses are the worst. I've written about staying hydrated and the items I keep in my sick kid prep list but I'm expanding on this topic, because odds are, if you come down with even a mild stomach bug or food poisoning you'll be … [Read more...]
What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea (Foods That Actually Help)
Isn't it funny when doctors advise you to let diarrhea “run its course”? Okay, it might not feel funny when you're sprinting to the bathroom every twenty minutes. But once the worst of it passes, you start wondering the same thing most people do: Wouldn't it be nice if there were foods that could slow things down a little? When a stomach bug recently ran through our … [Read more...]
Simply Pretty DIY Natural Gel Air Freshener for Home or Car
When it comes to crafting, I absolutely love projects that are natural, pretty, and practical. Maybe that's why I love to make personalized air fresheners, like this DIY Natural Air Freshener. This is such an easy way to add a little greenery to your home or car as well. But this one isn't just pretty. It also doesn't just smell amazing. This homemade air … [Read more...]
DIY Hand Sanitizing Wipes That Actually Work (Simple Recipe)
Do you remember the product shortages during the pandemic of 2020? Among the hard to find items were Sani-hands and Wet ones! The disinfecting wet wipes were wiped out. (Sorry, I couldn't stop myself.) The following is a tutorial for our DIY Sanitizing hand wipes. Some people wake up and immediately check their email. Others engage in some mindless social media … [Read more...]
DIY Toilet Paper Spray: A Better Alternative to Flushable Wipes
Flushable wipes seem convenient—but they don’t break down the way people think. Even the “safe” ones can build up in plumbing over time, which is why more people are switching to a simple alternative: toilet paper spray. This DIY toilet paper spray is quick to make, costs less than wipes, and works better without the hidden downsides. I have a confession. While I still … [Read more...]