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Helping Your Pets During Fireworks Season: Essential Tips for Calm and Safety

Helping Your Pets During Fireworks Season: Essential Tips for Calm and Safety

Allison Crowe
With the Fourth of July approaching, it's crucial to ensure your pets are safe and calm amid fireworks and thunderstorms, events that often lead to more lost pets than any other day of the year. Proactive measures such as using calming essential oils like Lavender, Stress Away, or Peace & Calming can be incredibly soothing. These can be diffused, applied to bedding, or used in massages to help ease your furry friends.Exercise before these events can also significantly reduce anxiety. Tired pets are generally calmer, so consider a long walk or play session. Distraction techniques such as using their favorite toys, treats, or interactive games can divert their attention from the loud noises outside.Creating a soothing indoor environment can help as well; play calming music or turn on a fan to mask the noise from fireworks or thunder. If possible, bring pets inside or ensure they are in secure outdoor areas. Early exposure to loud noises can help young pets become desensitized, making future events less stressful. Each pet is unique, so it's essential to tailor these strategies to their specific needs, ensuring a safe and happy environment for all.
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Welcome to Day 8 of the 14 Day Reset!

Welcome to Day 8 of the 14 Day Reset!

Allison Crowe Health, homeschool
In this blog post, I share my experience of homeschooling during snowy days and how I've managed to stay active while still getting the lessons done. I also provide an update on our sugar-free diet, focusing on soups and "stews" as their go-to meals. Additionally, I discuss the challenge of incorporating Ningxia into our routine and struggling to meet the recommended water intake. Despite the challenges, I expresses pride in the progress we've made on their wellness journey and invite you to join us in the next 14-day reset challenge.
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Homeschooling Chronicles: Embracing the Power of Flexibility in Education 📚✨

Homeschooling Chronicles: Embracing the Power of Flexibility in Education 📚✨

Allison Crowe homeschool
In this blog post, I shares a personal story about my experience with a spelling program and the importance of being able to pivot when things don't go as planned. I highlight the need for flexibility in homeschooling and how what works for one child may not work for another, even within the same family. I encourages parents to embrace the power of pivoting and to prioritize the joy of learning over academic progress. I emphasize that homeschooling allows for tailoring of education to meet each child's unique needs and remind readers that you have the freedom to make adjustments to create a more fulfilling learning experience.
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Embarking on a Health Journey: A 14-Day Reset with NingXia Red and my Son

Embarking on a Health Journey: A 14-Day Reset with NingXia Red and my Son

Allison Crowe 14DayReset, Health, homeschool
Join us on an exciting 14-day health journey as we prioritize our overall well-being and strengthen our bond. With NingXia Red as our companion, along with healthier habits, exercise, and hydration, we're ready to spice up our learning sessions and embark on this adventure with enthusiasm. Incorporating NingXia Red into our daily routine has become a unique way for my son and me to bond while prioritizing our health. We experiment with different mocktail recipes, adding an element of fun and creativity. By nourishing our bodies with NingXia Red and adopting healthier habits, we hope to harness an increased sense of vitality and overall well-being. Throughout this reset, we aim to enhance our focus and concentration during our learning adventures. By keeping a relaxed mindset, we prioritize the journey itself and embrace the learning experiences that come our way. Together, we strengthen our bond as mother and son and pave the way for a healthier and happier future. Join us on this journey of growth and personal development.
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Allison

 
Hey there! I’m Allison, a homeschool mom of 4 boys, married to Peter. Three of my boys have graduated, and I still have one in high school. 

We live in a suburb of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Life here is beautiful, a little loud, and full of wrestling matches. We’re definitely a work in progress, and that’s real life.

A little about me and how I got here...

I started at Villanova studying accounting, then ended up working as a computer programmer building websites in the mid-’90s. A few years later, I became a stay-at-home mom and never looked back.

My wellness journey began in my 20s when I struggled with endometriosis. It opened my eyes to how much our daily choices matter. 

I started with food, then slowly learned more about what supports a healthier home and body.

That journey grew into a passion for helping other moms see they don’t need to do it all. They can start small and grow.

When my oldest was little, he once sprayed Shower Power in his mouth. Let’s just say Poison Control and I were a little too familiar back then. 

That moment stuck with me.

Even though I had already started making changes with food, it took me longer to connect the dots between cleaning products, toxins, and everyday wellness.

These days, I’m navigating life as a homeschool mom, college mom, and now a mom whose two oldest boys are married. We also have two girl poodles, and they help balance out all the boy energy around here. 

I love teaching about real life wellness, simple swaps, fitness, and homeschooling. I also love whole foods, exercise, pickleball, and reminding moms they need some alone time before starting the homeschool day. 

You can’t teach from an empty cup. 

Fresh milled flour has also become a big passion of mine. I love baking from freshly ground grain, and I believe a lot of what bothers people is the processing, not just the gluten itself.

I’m passionate about helping homeschool moms 35 and up create a calm, fun, organized home, reduce toxins, and feel more confident about what really matters. You got this. Let’s take it one step at a time.

If that sounds like you, I’d love to help.

Here is my story on YouTube.

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