House Cleaning Tips

I have a daughter that has extremely sensitive skin. She would break out with random skin rashes, hives, and other breakouts. We weren’t really sure what the cause was. We did the usual: went to the dermatologist tried specialty skin care products eliminating foods and fabrics changing our laundry products and on and on When we went to the dermatologist, he prescribed a high strength corto steroid cream. It actually breaks down collagen and can only be used for 10 days at a time. Why would you want to put that on your skin? It finally struck me (as I was folding laundry) and noticed a heavy fabric softener residue on the towels that my daughter was adding excessive amounts to the laundry. Because fabric softeners are loaded with chemicals , we wondered if that couldn’t be the problem she was having with her skin. I mean its common sense that using these chemical ridden products; they can leave a residue on your skin and cause a reaction! This is especially true for those who alread...

Free Kids Chore List Here is a free and handy chore list for young children around the ages of 4 and 5. These are easy chores to help your kids get started with responsibilities. And at this age they are motivated and still think it's fun to help you out around the house. How the Chore Chart Works The chores are listed in rows and the days are in columns. Mark an X   in the row under the day it should be finished or if you have more than one child, write their name in a square. All your kids have to do is look at the chart to know what they have to do and on what day. Many kids by the age of four are learning or know the days of the week so they may not need anymore help than you showing them how the chore should be done. When the chore is complete, your child can put a Sticker where chores have been completed. Your kids will feel a sense of accomplishment when they've done something without being told to do it! Notes:  Clean Room: picking up and putting away toys, clothe...