Family Health & Why Moms Are Taking The Lead – Hollie Bigham

No one knows a child better than their mom. Moms are often the first to notice when something is “off,” and their instincts can be an incredible asset in family health decisions.

Hollie Bigham explains that being a parent-led advocate means:

• Trusting your gut when something feels wrong.
• Gaining practical knowledge to make informed decisions.
• Balancing confidence with knowing when professional medical help is needed.

Ask yourself: What steps can I take to feel more empowered in managing my family’s health?

Combining Regular Medicine and Natural Health for Your Family

Conventional medicine has its place, especially in emergencies, but it’s not the only solution. Many common issues, like colds, minor injuries, or upset stomachs, can be managed naturally at home.

Hollie suggests combining the best of both worlds:

• When to use conventional medicine: Life-threatening emergencies, serious injuries, or illnesses requiring professional intervention.
• When to explore natural remedies: For common issues like colds, mild fevers, and tummy troubles.

Example: Instead of reaching for over-the-counter medications for a mild fever, you might try herbal teas or warm baths to help your child’s body recover naturally. This approach helps foster a balanced view of family health.

Growing Confidence in Managing Family Health Naturally

The biggest hurdle for many moms is feeling unsure about where to start. Building your knowledge and assembling a home health kit are great first steps.

Hollie’s tips for growing confidence in family health:

1. Learn the Basics: Research simple, natural remedies for common issues like coughs, fevers, or cuts.
2. Build a Home Health Kit: Stock up on essentials like herbal teas, salves, essential oils, and basic first-aid supplies.
3. Join a Community: Connect with other moms in groups like Parent-Led Health, where you can learn and share ideas in a judgment-free space.

Takeaway: Confidence grows with practice. The more you try natural remedies and see results, the more capable you’ll feel in managing your family’s health.

Steps to Start Leading Your Family’s Health Naturally

Taking charge doesn’t mean you have to know everything or abandon professional help. It’s about becoming an informed and proactive participant in your family’s health.

Here’s how to get started:

1. Trust Your Instincts: You know your child better than anyone—don’t second-guess your gut feelings.
2. Educate Yourself: Start with small, manageable steps to learn about natural remedies and when they’re appropriate.
3. Seek Support: Surround yourself with a community of like-minded parents, like Hollie’s Parent-Led Health, for advice and encouragement.
4. Create a Plan: Build a home health kit and learn basic first-aid skills to handle minor issues confidently.

The BossMom Takeaway

Moms are uniquely positioned to advocate for their family’s health. By blending natural remedies with practical knowledge, you can feel confident managing common health issues and knowing when to seek professional help.

As Hollie Bigham reminds us, being a parent-led advocate isn’t about rejecting medicine—it’s about trusting yourself, learning the skills you need, and finding a balance that works for your family.

Take the first step today: Build your confidence, educate yourself, and create a health plan that empowers you to care for your family’s health naturally.

Guest Bio

Hollie Bigham is a former-ER nurse, turned naturopathic mama. She helps moms ditch reliance on Big Pharma and the medical system and take charge of their families’ health naturally, with skill, confidence and wisdom. She is the creator of the Parent-Led Health community, an off-social media, peer-to-peer community of like-minded mamas who listen, encourage, help and never judge, and Parent-Led Health + where holistically-minded mamas have training, protocols and other resources to help them grow in their natural health wisdom, confidence and practical skills. As a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Certified GAPS Practitioner, Hollie also works 1:1 with families around the world seeking to heal chronic illness through nutrition and lifestyle. Follow Hollie on Instagram and visit the Parent-Led Health Community website.