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So who enjoys climbing into a bathtub that still has the gritty residue of Comet lingering?  Or how about using Pine Sol that can be so strong, you have to evacuate the children from the cleaning area?  And what about sneezing, coughing, or just the urge to sit down right after you've tossed 'carpet fresh' throughout your home?

When using certain cleaning products on the market, it's actually suggested that we use them in a ventilated place.  If a child were to get hold of it, their insides could burn, possibly make them blind, or be deadly.  There is a long term effect to using toxic chemicals, particularly when dealing with infants and young children, whom are especially vulnerable.

Where you aware that there are many alternative products (many sitting at your house now) that can be used to clean, disinfect, and freshen up your home in a safer manner?

It's your home, so why create a toxic environment for your family.  This is especially important for those of us that struggle with sensitive skin, asthma and allergies.  I want to share some simple cleaning tips with you.  Believe me when I say, "it's just as easy, a little cheaper, and just as effective as what you've been doing, but without the guilt."

Read further to see what I use to create a safer home by making a few simple updates to how you clean.  By the way, I have been using natural cleaning methods for nearly 5 years, and they work!

Products I keep around my house at all times: white vinegar,baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, lemon juice, and rubbing alcohol.  With these products alone, I am able to the following household chores and more; deodorize and clean  the carpet, mop, polish furniture, scrub sink/toilet bowl/tub, and clean kitchen drain.  I will later discuss products you can make at home.

Let me know if you need help with creating a safer cleaner home.  Also if you have tried any natural cleaning, tell me what you loved/hated.
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