How to read the ingredient list

We explain what to look for in the ingredient list on cosmetic product bottles.  Often in small print and difficult to read, the ingredient list has important information about the product contents.  But you need to know your chemistry to understand it completely.  We are here to help! One of the most important parts of…

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Guiding Kids Toward Lifelong Exploration and Learning

Photo by MART PRODUCTION Instilling a love of learning in your children is perhaps one of the most invaluable gifts you can offer. It’s not just about academic success, but nurturing a sense of curiosity, creativity, and an unending quest for knowledge. Courtesy of Nuthatch Naturals, this guide lays out several practical strategies to make…

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How to Read a Cosmetic Label

In this series of posts we explain what the different parts of the label on a cosmetics container are trying to tell you.  These posts were sent to our email subscribers before being posted here.  They were also posted on our Instagram page.  We hope this information will help you be a more educated cosmetics…

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Everyday Health Tips for the Whole Family

Photo by MIchael Morse In today’s fast-paced, chemical-laden world, raising a healthy family has become an increasingly difficult task. The pressures and demands of modern life have created an environment that makes it hard for parents to prioritize their family’s well-being. Advancements in technology have led to more sedentary time spent in front of screens,…

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What the USDA Biobased Certification Means

An important motivation for us to make Nuthatch Naturals® lotion for kids was that we could not find any natural and sustainable children’s skin care products.  The few children’s products that were available contained fragrances and synthetic ingredients derived from fossil fuels.  Many products were marketed to parents of babies, not school age kids.  Children’s…

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Create Family Fitness Fun With These Easy Ways to Stay Active Together

Photo by Oleksandr P (Pexels) Navigating the complexities of modern life can often sideline the well-being of the family unit.  Yet, every family has the power to weave threads of health, communication, and unity into the fabric of daily life.  By adopting straightforward practices, you can create a nurturing environment that supports the physical, emotional,…

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How Parents Can Support Children’s Self-Care Journey

Image: Freepik In today’s fast-paced world, we must prioritize not only the physical health of our children but also their emotional and mental well-being. Cultivating habits of self-care from a young age can significantly contribute to their development, helping them grow into well-rounded individuals. This article delves into practical tips for integrating self-care routines into…

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