D.I.Y. Natural Eye Makeup Remover
We all know one of the most important things in maintaining healthy skin is to take off our makeup before bed at night. But,...
10 Common Cosmetic Ingredients Deciphered
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Ever wonder what those ingredients are on the back of your favorite beauty product?
Not to worry,...
DIY Body Wash From a Bar of Soap
Whether you simply love body wash, or you have a special bar of soap that you adore that doesn't come in a body wash...
Get Rid of Your Red Lipstick Fear Once & For All
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Whatever the season bold red lips are always in!
Red lipstick is the easiest way to look made up, in less than...
Summer Chic Maxi Dresses with Soco Vintage
Maxi dresses are the summer go-to outfits for women across the board. Whether you are young or mature, pregnant or experienced mom, sporty or...
How to Pose in Pictures to Look Great
Say Cheese…… Oh no. It's that moment you always dread. Someone wants to take a picture of you, and you feel oh-so uncomfortable....
Easy DIY Baby Laundry Detergent
You can help protect your baby's skin by laundering his clothes with detergent containing just the most basic ingredients. That means without questionable additives...
5 Reasons to Ditch Your Cheap Shampoo and Conditioner
Taking a stroll down your local grocery store's shampoo aisle can be very intimidating. Between specialized formulas for hair types, chemically treated, or even...
Using Baking Soda Paste On Tough Cleaning Jobs
Do you have a nasty odor, stuck on grease, or just an all-around seemingly impossible cleaning job that you have been dreading to begin?...
Deodorant Dangers And Your Healthiest Options
You hop in the shower and lather your hair with organic olive oil shampoo. Once you're finished, you nourish your skin with home-made coconut...
Care-Package Must Haves for The College Girl
Do you have a daughter or granddaughter that just flew the nest away to college? If you don't have kids that age yet, perhaps...
Baby's 1st Art Supplies: Safe Options for Your Little Artist
Introducing art to your baby at a young age not only gives you something fun to do with them on a daily basis, but...
5 Quick Changes to “Go Green” Without Changing Your Lifestyle: Home...
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There are many opportunities in your house to help save the environment. We all know we should turn...
The Surprising Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding
Nursing beyond your child's first birthday is referred to as Extended Breastfeeding. This is a common, healthy act practiced in many countries. The western...
The Great Puff Debate: Fast Food For Babies Or Healthy Snack?
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We know your baby's health and well-being is always your top priority. But, as a busy...
4 Ways to Stop the Stomach Bug
If you're here today, you fall into 1 of 3 categories:
Your child just threw up. You suspect it's a bug and want to prevent...
The Ketogenic Diet Plan and Marathon Training
Most distance runners are taught that carbs are an essential part of a training plan. They fuel your energy levels and give you long-burning...
Easy DIY Lip Balm
With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own moisturizing lip balm in under 5 minutes. You can also add a hint...
DIY Non-Toxic Fabric Refresher Spray
With husbands, kids and pets, you might feel like it's impossible to keep your house clean and your air and furniture smelling fresh. You...
Handmade & Natural Coconut Oil Lotion
Do you love using coconut oil to moisturize yourself or your baby, but yet loathe the consistency, and wish it could be easier to...
Plan Toys: Earth Friendly Toys To Inspire
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How do you determine what toys to allow in your home? Choosing natural, safe toys for children is important to...
Mommy's First Aid Kit Essentials
As a Mom, you want to provide the best care for your child, especially when faced with boo-boo's and scrapes. A properly stocked first...
Hotel Germ Safety: Staying Healthy From Check-In To Check-Out
Traveling with your family can be an exciting experience. Introducing your children to new people and places is not only fun, but educational and...
7 Ways Yoga Can Help Your Marriage and Sex Life
USING YOGA TO IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE
Along with showing love and respect, keeping the fire alive in the bedroom is one of the keys to...
Simply Audrey: Fashion Made Simple
Have you had a hard time finding fashionable dresses for your post-partum body? Maybe you are a young mom and are looking for anything that...
Spring Cleaning With Essential Oils
Are you looking to deep clean your house, but the thought of using conventional cleaners with sketchy ingredients makes you less than thrilled? You...
Treating Baby Eczema Naturally
Have you noticed dry, itchy, red patches on your baby’s skin? If so, your baby may be suffering from a very common skin condition...
The Benefits of Rosewater
Would a rose smell as sweet if it were called anything but a rose? Probably, and it would have just as many benefits. It is...
Baby Kaed: Stylish and Functional Diaper Bags
Baby Kaed diaper bags on My Cocolime are a line of bags created by mother-of-two, Lavinia. Named after her oldest son Kaed, the line...
Becoming a Breast Milk Donor
Premature and seriously ill infants can benefit greatly from breast milk. Learn about the requirements of becoming a donor and the different avenues to...
What To Do With Your Dress After The Wedding
Why do we let our wedding dresses sit, almost forgotten, in a closet after it’s been used?
Here are a few ideas of what to...
Natural Pest Repellents
Now that summer is in full force, all kinds of creepy crawlies are back in our lives. Unfortunately, traditional pest repellents are filled with...
Postpartum Hair Loss: one strand at a time
You look in the mirror, and until recently, you didn't notice the baby hairs growing on the side of your hairline...
You panic and finally...
Why Your Kid Should be Harnessed in the Car as Long...
As parents, we love watching our children progress. We eagerly cheer as they begin to crawl and walk, and sniff back tears as they...
The Symptoms And Solutions Of Mastitis
What Is Mastitis?
Mastitis and clogged milk ducts are an inflammation due to the obstruction of a milk duct. This obstruction can sometimes be caused...
Play to Increase Your Child's Upper Body Strength and Why It...
From the moment our babies leave the womb we start documenting their milestones. The first smile, the first belly laugh, and the first time...
