From Mosquito Magnets to Sunblock Superstars: A Crunchy Mom’s Survival Guide to Spring

Spring into Wellness: Low-Tox Tips for a Healthier Season

 

Welcome to the 80 20 Holistic Home podcast where we empower you to live a healthier, low-tox life! With spring and summer approaching, this episode discusses natural alternatives to protect your family from bug bites, seasonal allergies, and sunburns. Felicia shares personal experiences with mosquitos, pollen, and the intense sun from living in South Carolina, and delves into ways to reduce toxic exposure around the home. From natural mosquito repellents and anti-itch solutions to tackling seasonal allergies with local honey and high-quality air filters, the episode is packed with practical tips. Discover how reducing seed oils can decrease sunburn susceptibility, and the benefits of avoiding sunglasses for a more natural UV protection response. Tune in for a balanced approach to healthy living that's practical, realistic, and refreshingly honest.

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Products mentioned in this episode:

Sunday Mosquito Deleto Yard Spray

Earthley's Pest Aside

Buzz Patch stickers

Earthley's Anti Itch Soap

Active Skin Repair - Get 10% off!

Air Doctor Air Purifiers

Boiron Rhinallergy

Earthley's Sinus Saver

Badger sunscreen - Adult

Badger sunscreen - Kids

 

 

 

00:00 Introduction to 80 20 Holistic Home

00:54 Welcoming Spring: A Personal Reflection

04:15 Managing Mosquitoes Naturally

12:00 Dealing with Seasonal Allergies

15:50 Choosing Safe Sunscreens

22:48 Conclusion and Additional Resources