Only moms understand why evenings are the most difficult part of the day. Kids are tired, getting cranky, and might be hungry. Husbands are often tired, if they are even home. And we, after a full day of work or being with our children (it’s work too!), have to make dinner and hopefully go to […]
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Extended Breastfeeding and Introducing Solids – Ending Breastfeeding, Iron Supplementation, and Sleep
As my little bundle of joy, Nicholas, is approaching the 6 months mark, I thought I would share some information about extended breastfeeding and introducing solids. Many of you have asked about my family’s diet (read more here), including what I feed my little boys. Here are some answers, including both facts and personal experience. […]
Guest Post: 5 Healthy Snack Ideas for Preschoolers – by Lauren Nastasi
Today, I’m delighted to shine the spotlight on Lauren Nastasi as one of my guest bloggers. What I like most about this fierce mama and lover of good food is her determination to put health above dogma. Open minded, loving, and generous, Lauren is a wonderful person all around. Today, she shares with us 5 snacks […]
Valentine’s Day Blood Orange Cheesecake (aka Ralph Nader Cheesecake) {Raw, Paleo, Gluten Free}
This Valentine’s Day, treat yourself to a fruit that was once reserved for royalty: the delicious, berry flavored blood orange. This cheesecake is suitable for paleo diets, raw diets, gluten free diets, dairy free diets, and more. Which means that everyone can eat it! Except people who eat low fat, but they have other things […]
Probiotics and Breastmilk – Boosting a Baby’s Immune System (And What Do I Personally Use?)
In the US alone, nearly 1 billion of probiotics are sold every year and sales are on the rise. But can probiotics, both from supplements and from those existing naturally in breastmilk, affect the health of our breastfeeding babes? Research says that yes, they can. Do probiotics pass into breastmilk? The short answer is yes, […]
Overnight Crock-pot Cinnamon-Apple Oatmeal
It doesn’t matter how fast you can make a smoothie. Sometimes, just the thought of mixing something up is more than you can handle. I’d blend up green smoothies any time, personally, but my husband often has to leave the house before I have time to make him breakfast and… I think he’d rather not […]
10 tips to get babies to sleep and stay asleep
Often, babies will fall asleep on someone’s chest only to wake up as soon as they are put down. If you need to use nap time to get some things done, there are ways to get your child down on a bed without too much trouble! – Babies & Sleep Tip #1: Make sure that […]
Babies & Sleep – Lessons From Raising a High Needs Baby and an Easy One!
One of the first questions you will be asked after the birth of your child is “How does he sleep at night?” and if the answer is not “He already sleeps through the night” you are likely to get advice like “Maybe you should introduce solids, your milk might be too weak” or “Try adding […]
This Salad Dressing Recipe Will Change Your Life!
You know the feeling when you put a bowl of salad on the table, go back to the kitchen to get the main dish, and realize your family has already eaten the whole thing? In 2 minutes flat? No? Well, whip up a batch of this amazing salad dressing, and enjoy quick and easy salad. […]
Superfood Rainbow Kale Salad
“Eat the Rainbow” is a common dietary recommendation, because it helps get the full spectrum of vitamins and minerals. You get all the colors in this salad, which my husband described as “surprisingly delicious!” Superfood Rainbow Kale Salad Ingredients & Directions: – 1/2 c. quinoa, dry – 1 cup boiling water – Pinch sea salt Cook the […]
