{Earth Day 2015 & Get Clean}

  

With Earth Day coming up later this month, I was reflecting on some of the changes I've made in my home over the last few years, and how I might encourage others to make similar changes.  I realized it's been 3 years since a toxic, conventional, store-bought cleaner last entered our home, since we ditched the bleach and since we started using concentrated products that reduce waste.

Read on to see what I've been using, why I LOVE it and how you can take advantage of a great special!

So, are you making any changes for your family this year? 

One easy way to go green in your home is by switching brands!

                      

You can replace your current household cleaners for natural, non-toxic ones that work!

I have been using Shaklee's Get Clean Line for over 4 years and LOVE it!

The products are totally cost-effective, natural and they actually WORK!  

Here's a great example of how much money you can save:

I use Basic H on my floors and I am always impressed! (These aren't my floors, but I love these before and after photos!)

 

Shaklee carries an amazing kitchen line that gets the job done even without pre-rinsing!!

 

The Scour Off can do wonders on your oven (and showers...and stove tops..and MORE)!!

You can remove water spots.

 

You can even clean your coffee pot and/or teapot!

 

 




































Shaklee products can do just about anything!

 

 Hand rails get dirty....Basic H2 gets the clean! Here I sprayed them and took one swipe with a rag and look at that towel....Wesley loves helping mommy :)

 

 

I
 love that I can have my kids help since I know the products are safe!

                   

                               

For disinfecting, I only use Basic G!

 For disinfecting I only use Basic G.

 

Now is the time to throw out your toxic cleaning products and make the switch, if you've been holding off on doing that!

Here is what I am offering:  Buy a Get Clean Starter Kit between now and the end of April, and I'll send you a FREE Scour Off!  PLUS, right now, you can become a Shaklee member for FREE when you purchase the kit!  That saves you 15% right off the bat!

I truly believe EVERY home EVERYWHERE should have the Get Clean products under their sink.  They really are the best!

 

Make sure to add the Basic G {Germicide} and Basic G Bottle as well!  I mainly use those in the bathrooms.  I live with 3 boys. :)

Know someone getting married?  The kits make GREAT gifts!  

Now, if you've been eyeing Shaklee for a while and might be ready to do even more than be a consumer...I am looking for 3 people who are ready to earn extra income!  I've shared why I joined Shaklee previously, and it truly is one of the BEST decisions I've ever made.

Check out my friend Bonnie's video about why she joined Shaklee:

Isn't she amazing?  I am so blessed to know and "work" with Bonnie!  If you'd like more info on partnering with me, I'd love to talk to you!

Happy Spring and Happy (almost) Earth Day!

Please reply back to this email if you have any questions!

                                     


If you are ready to get right to the BEST part about Shaklee and start your own business, I am also offering a rebate on these Gold Kits that will help you get started right away!  

I am offering a $25 rebate on the Gold PAK:

                             

Or, a $50 rebate on the Gold Plus PAK (best value, and how I got started!):

                                    

I’m here to be of service to you. I look forward to working with you on your health goals!

To your health,
~Christi Sykes

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{Mama NEEDS Sleep & How to Help Baby Sleep}

The sight of a sleeping baby is priceless....but so is sleep!!!! Right Mama!?

Last December I did what I always do when my babies get to be old enough to sleep through the night without the "need" to nurse....(There is a point that baby wakes to get a snack not because he is hungry, but because... he wants a snack or he wants to make you a pacifier. Hear me!?) I "sleep trained" my lil guy!

It was fairly easy and he did great! We were able to lay him down while still awake and he would lay his sweet head down and go straight to sleep.....and he would sleep ALL night.

THEN...then the story changes. He wakes up 6 or 8 times EVERY night...I wouldn't pick him up, but the fact that he was waking up and crying a little was wearing me out!

I WAS EXHAUSTED!!! Know what I mean!? I felt like I had not slept in months! You too!?

I read some other mama's testimonies about how they got their children to sleep and thought I'd give it a try....

I tried it all....one thing at a time, but it still wasn't working!

So, I decided to try several things together and here is what helped me and baby get the sleep we both need....

First of all...

For Mama:

• B Complex
• OsteoMatrix (great for pregnancy induced insomnia too!)
  to keep you calm and relax you.
• Protein for a healthy milk supply
• Alfalfa to increase milk supply

Baby will benefit from the above if you are nursing.
For baby whether nursing or bottle feeding....


For Baby:

• Soothing Lotion
• CalMag Plus (crushed and put in bottle or baby food)
• Protein (before bed to help him sleep)

Here's what I do! For breastfeeding I take:
2 B Complex and 10 alfalfa tablets throughout the morning.

I drink 1 energizing protein shake to keep me charged through the busy day.

Before bed I take 5 more Alfalfa and 4 OsteoMatrix (I had terrible insomnia while pregnant and this stuff knocked it out!)

At bedtime every night I rub him down with Shakleebaby Soothing Lotion after a nice bath.
It is so good for baby to get a gentle massage with this organic, moisturizing, lovely lavender and chamomile goodness. :)

Then I crush 1 tablet of a CalMag Plus tablet and put it in a bottle that I make with Shaklee's Meal Shake.

Once he has finished his bottle I lay him down and he goes straight to sleep.....and sleeps all night!!!

UPDATE: He has been sleeping 10-12 hours at night plus taking 2 good naps each day, when before he was cat napping and waking up every hour during the night.

This is what worked for me and I hope to help some mama who is in need of some serious Zzzzzzs!

Links attached above. Click on the links for more info.

Other products that are amazing for Stress and Sleep...

• Stress Relief Complex
• Gentle Sleep Complex

* I'm just a mom, not a healthcare professional. I am Shaklee Independent Distributor. The information provided on this website is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical or mental health condition. Please consult your healthcare provider. I share personal uses. Please check the Shaklee labels and get advice of a qualified healthcare professional.

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{Babies and Eczema....How I treat my baby's skin}

As a mom, when my baby develop eczema, I felt guilt for his discomfort. I felt like a bad mom. I felt like I didn't protect him like I was supposed to.....

But truth is, it wasn't my fault. His body was reacting differently than my first 4 children and I wasn't sure why.

I began searching for reasons why a baby gets eczema and I started looking at natural remedies.

One of the first things I did was eliminate all grains from baby's diet.

WOW! Talk about huge improvement!

But he still had small patches that itched like crazy....

I heard so many great testimonies about moms using Shaklee's Herbal Blend Multipurpose Cream for eczema and *Basic H2 for bathing baby. They were all using probiotics for baby as well.

So I started doing the same for him and we are maintaining healthy skin. The baths and cream give him relief. The probiotics aid in his digestive system.

I made the switch to Shaklee's Laundry to rid our clothes, sheets and towels of chemicals and toxins and this made a huge improvement in his skin.

We went on vacation and guess what I forgot to take? Laundry concentrate!!! I had to buy "natural laundry detergent" for the store. My baby was red and swollen from the chemicals. It wasn't until we arrived back home that he cleared up.

He is a much happier boy since making these changes and I feel so much better as a mom :)


Get eczema relief here!
Or talk to your Shaklee distributor :)




*Shaklee does not list skin care under Basic H2 uses, but many moms have seen the benefits of using this product for the mentioned reasons.

         

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{Spring is About to Spring! Who's Up for a Challenge?}

Spring!

Can you believe it is almost spring!?

What is your favorite thing about spring? My favorite thing about spring is being able to open all the windows and doors and let the sunshine and fresh air sweep through the house.

 

It brings a certain motivation to clean everything inside & out.


I really enjoyed the 91 Day DeClutter Challenge last fall! Mary does an incredible job leading everyone in getting their homes in order!

Come over and join us....It officially starts March 2, but you can hop on anytime. She post printables weekly to keep you on track or you can purchase the entire printable pack.

There is a facebook group where you can gain inspiration and motivation, post your before and afters and get the help you need to DeClutter your home.

For more info and to join CLICK HERE.

See you at the challenge!

 

91 Day DeClutter Challenge

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Happy Cleaning!

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{Keeping Healthy Kids Healthy}

My kids have caught every bug, cold, cough, runny nose, junk that goes around in years past.

My 3rd child had the croup several times every winter....coughing so bad until he would gag.. ALL NIGHT LONG.

They have all gotten "the bug" and passed it around the house...sometimes twice in the same month!
BUT NOT ANYMORE!

Not one of my little ones has come down with one sickness the past year.

My 7 year old had a tickle in his throat....we gave him Defend and Resist and some extra Vita C.....tickle GONE!!! He hasn't had the croup this year! YAY!

Want to know how I keep my kids from getting all of the cold's, bugs and crud going around?!

{10 Shaklee Products I am Thankful For in 2014}

So, let me start by saying I am so very thankful for all God's blessings in my life. He has been good to me and I have nothing to complain about. I have my little family of seven, five healthy children, a home, all provisions met, a job that I love, a husband to love, friends new and old, friends near and far, friends I've met and friends I have yet to meet and many pleasures of life that I can enjoy. Thank you Lord!!!


As the winter months approach and the weather gets colder, as moms, what is your #1 concern________________________?
For me, it is my family's immune systems!!! We all know that flu season/cold season can make us a little nervous about public places and our children playing with other children who have runny noses and coughs RIGHT!? School and daycare can be the breeding grounds for many viruses and sicknesses. The office might get germy and thick with coworkers coughing and sneezing...yuck. We don't want to be sick during Thanksgiving and Christmas....

SO LET'S BUILD OUR IMMUNE SYSTEMS SO WE CAN ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS!!!!

#1 Vitalizer- The BEST Foundation

Vitalizer^TM is supplementation made simple. Our unique, clinically supported solution packs essential nutrition into a convenient, everyday, go-anywhere Vita-Strip^®. Designed to enhance absorption, Vitalizer provides vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, omega-3s, and healthy probiotics—all in one convenient Vitalizer Vita-Strip^®.
We all have different needs—and there’s a custom Vitalizer formulation just for yours.

I have taken supplements before and even eat fairly healthy, but it wasn't until I started taking Shaklee vitamins that I realized they actually work!!! Imagine vitamins that work! You can feel the difference. I'm not just saying that. These made all the difference in my last pregnancy. My 4th pregnancy was very hard. Lots of pain, sickness, tired, and insomnia!!! Pregnancy #5....whole different story! Practically Perfect in every way. Had it not been for the enormous belly and 2 arms and legs....I would have not know I was pregnant. Thank you Shaklee :)

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#2 Vitalized Immunity- a must have during winter!!!

Vitalized Immunity is naturally sweetened with Monk Fruit, and contains as much vitamin-C as 16 oranges.

 
• Helps support your immune system*
• Delicious effervescent formula
• Provides the nutritional   support your immune system
  needs to stay strong*
  
  
  My family, young and oldish, break these up to make them last longer. 1 Tablet is equivalent to 16 oranges, so I quarter them for my children and half them for the "oldish" people :)
  If one of us was to get sick then we would take the recommended amount.

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#3 Vita-C- the whole family eats these yummy chewables.
Your body is capable of many things, but it can’t make vitamin C. Available in Sustained Release and Chewable formulas, Vitamin C has been shown to supports immune health and help maintain natural antioxidant defenses and cell integrity*.
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps support theimmune system and protect against damaging free radicals.

These tasty chewables make it easy for all or us to get our vitamin C.

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