Just when you thought oil pulling couldn’t get any more amazing… About eight months ago, I (attempted to) implement a beneficial Ayurvedic regimen known as “oil pulling” into my daily routine. I shared what I had learned and experienced in the …

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Did you ever wonder why chicken soup is considered good for the soul, or how chicken soup is the ‘go-to’ option for sickness?  Both are true, but you can’t get either of those things out of a can (or box). …

How To Make Bone Broth + Multiple Meals From One Chicken Read more »

  Making your own soap can sometimes be a difficult process, but using this simple, natural hand soap recipe couldn’t be any easier!  It is a great place to start if you are interested in making your own homemade products. You Will Need: …

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    Ah, playdates.  Let’s take a look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of hosting a playdate in your home. Pros: Child interaction Parent interaction Reason to REALLY clean your house before everyone comes. Cons: Child interaction likely …

Host Healthy Playdates with Thieves Oil (My All-Purpose Disinfecting Spray Recipe) Read more »

“Clearly something is very wrong, even though many Americans have been conscientious about following orthodox dietary advice. They take exercise seriously, many have stopped smoking, consumption of fresh vegetable has increased, many have reduced their intake of salt, and a …

Rambling Thoughts on the Standard American Diet (SAD). Read more »

Here are some surefire tips to make sure your baby’s first year is your absolute worst! 1.  Don’t Take Help from Anyone – This is your baby and your responsibility.  You may as well get used to figuring out your …

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Recently, Big Daddy Orange was relaxing on the couch with a blanket.  I pulled said blanket off of him and he asked why?  My reply:  “I’m making yogurt”.  Confused? This post will clear it up! Making my own yogurt was …

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A brief calm after the storm.

I feel very compelled to share this right now.  I’m not sure why.   Throughout my emotional and physical recovery from my first (and only, thus far) childbirth, I came across many wonderful networks of support.  I often came across …

I Am Strong Because… Read more »