Mixed Berry Parfait w. Granola + Coconut Cream
This dreamy mixed berry parfait has quickly become one of our family’s favorite treats. Blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are nestled between luxurious layers of whipped coconut cream and...
View ArticleCoconut Vegetable Curry Over Volcano Rice
This vegan and gluten-free dish has quickly become one of my go-to recipes during the week. It’s quick and easy, loaded with veggies, satisfying, flavorful and since it’s light on the spices, the whole...
View ArticleCreamy Mushroom Pasta w. Roasted Asparagus & Lemon
This vegan and gluten-free (optional) pasta is creamy, delicious and easy to prepare. It’s also super healthy. Asparagus, one of my favorite Spring vegetables is packed with vitamin C, K, folate, fiber...
View ArticleFire Cider: Immunity Booster + Cold & Flu Remedy
“Let food be thy medicine, and thy medicine be thy food.” ~Hippocrates Fire Cider is a traditional remedy with deep roots in folk medicine and has been passed down through the generations. The term...
View ArticleHamentashen for Purim (Dairy, Gluten & Grain-Free)
Hamantashen is a triangular, filled pastry which is traditionally served on the Jewish festival of Purim and is eagerly awaited by everyone, both young and old. This dough for this paleo recipe is...
View ArticleCalifornia Citrus Salad w. Quinoa & Toasted Walnuts
Mildly sweet oro blanco grapefruit and luscious blood oranges and are paired with peppery arugula, tiny pearls of quinoa, creamy avocado and crunchy walnuts for a simple, healthy and delicious salad....
View ArticleQuinoa Pasta w. Asparagus, Spring Peas & Cherry Tomatoes
This delicious dish is perfect for Spring. It’s simple and easy to prepare, light yet satisfying, packed with healthy seasonal vegetables and best of all, kid-approved. Ingredients 8 ounces quinoa...
View ArticleToxic Non-Dairy Milk Additives & Safer 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 Article10 Houseplants for Cleaner Indoor Air
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, our indoor air can be 2-5x more polluted than the outdoor air we breathe. Yuck! Dust mites, allergens and a multitude of toxic chemicals pollute our...
View ArticleLentil Spinach Rice Bowls w. Charred Onions & Muhammara
Adapted from The Sprouted Kitchen Bowl + Spoon, this recipe has a traditional start for the Lebanese staple called mujaddara, lentils and rice, that author Sara Forte tweaked a little for this bowl....
View ArticleSweet Potato & Black Bean Quinoa Bowls w. Cilantro Cream
If you’ve been following my food and recipe posts, you probably know I am a huge fan of one bowl meals. These Sweet Potato and Black Bean Quinoa Bowls are primarily made up of those three main...
View ArticleStrawberry Tabbouleh
Everyone’s talking about “perfect recipes for spring,” and this one from The Sprouted Kitchen: Bowl + Spoon is up there with the best of them. This recipe swaps out tomatoes which are used in...
View ArticleJudah’s Birth Story
When I became pregnant with Judah in 2010 there was an increasing awareness of birth culture and choices in childbirth in the United States. With unnecessary interventions on the rise, documentaries...
View ArticleSummer Vegetable Tian
This gorgeous dish is one of my all-time favorites. It’s so simple, healthy and easy to make, yet incredibly flavorful and delicious. It can be served as a side dish but it also stands on its own. I...
View ArticleNew Mothers Guide to Looking & Feeling Good in a Swimsuit
While I’m all about embracing my post-baby curves and honoring what my body has achieved, I also want to look and feel my best. With milk in my boobies and extra skin around my midsection, I realized...
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On a boat
Judah’s been asking to go on a boat for quite some time, so we made it happen on a day trip to Santa Barbara. As soon as he spotted bubbles coming from the boat’s smokestack, he couldn’t wait to climb...
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As we are
Sundays are my favorite days. They are slow days. Jeff makes his morning coffee and steel-cut oats with spiced coconut milk for the boys, while I cuddle with them in bed. After they eat and get...
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Hawaii
You probably wouldn’t guess our boys have Hawaiian blood, especially our youngest with his porcelain skin and blue eyes. Good thing we packed hats, rash guards and ample amounts of sunscreen for a...
View ArticleBreastfeeding Tips for New Mothers
After overcoming significant breastfeeding challenges with my older son, I became a Lactation Educator and Counselor to help support other women and families. In addition to my formal training, I...
View ArticleSalad in a Jar
Salads in a jar are pretty to look at, but they’re a game changer for anyone who’s pressed for time but wants to eat well and feel good! I make a few in advance and store them in the fridge to eat...
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