20 Ways to Boost Your Immune System Naturally
‘Tis the season for sniffles, sneezes and sore throats! We can’t do much about the toxins, bacteria and viruses that we’re exposed to– but we can strengthen and support our immune systems which will...
View ArticleBreastfeeding As Birth Control?
It is a well known fact that breastfeeding suppresses a woman’s fertility in the early months after giving birth. However, many women do not feel comfortable relying on breastfeeding as a form of birth...
View ArticleDry Skin Brushing to Naturally Detoxify and Smooth Skin
I take five minutes everyday to dry skin brush. Skin is the largest organ in the human body and one third of our body’s toxins are excreted through it. Dry skin brushing boosts the lymphatic system...
View ArticleAcupuncture for Fertility, Conception, Pregnancy and Childbirth
My clients and I have experienced such positive results with acupuncture that I turned to my personal acupuncturist and colleague in the birth world to share information and answer questions about its...
View ArticleMovies That Teach Kids About Climate Change
Climate change is tough to discuss with young children, but these kid-friendly movies are an excellent way to start the conversation. Documentaries like A Beautiful Planet and To the Arctic offer...
View ArticleStrawberry-Mango-Avocado Quinoa Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
This summer salad is nutritious, light yet satisfying, kid-friendly and bursting with flavor! Mango, strawberries and avocado are tossed with fluffy quinoa, chopped spinach, crumbled goat cheese, pine...
View ArticleNon-Dairy Milk Additives & Healthier Alternatives
Whether you or your child is allergic to milk, lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply in search of a non-dairy option, you’re in luck. Alternatives to cow’s milk have never been more numerous or popular....
View ArticleNatural, Non-Toxic Deodorant Round Up
I never used deodorant until becoming pregnant and breastfeeding. With these hormonal factors at play, chasing around two kids and schlepping around in the So Cal sun, it has become a necessity. But...
View ArticleFamily Friendly Glamping Destinations
If sleeping outdoors in a comfortable luxurious tent under the stars and waking up to the sights, sounds, and smells of nature sounds like a magical experience, then your family may consider glamping...
View ArticleAutumn Harvest Bowl
The flavors of fall come together in this healthy bowl of deliciousness! It’s full of nutrients, easy to make, can be enjoyed as a main or side dish and best of all, the kids can’t get enough of it! 3...
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