2024 Christmas Gifts for Her (60+ Ideas She’ll Love!)
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As a mom, I’ve been given plenty of gifts over the years. But it can be tricky to find the perfect gifts for the women in your life. This gift…
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipe (Low Sugar)
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I’ve always thought homemade versions of classic recipes taste much better than store-bought versions. Cranberry sauce is a perfect example of this. Although I loved the canned cranberry sauce we always…
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Earthing & Grounding: Legit or Hype? (How to & When Not To)
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Earthing (also called grounding) can be a controversial topic. Many report improved well-being and fantastic health benefits, including better sleep and less pain. However, critics emphasize the need for more…
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2024 Ultimate Holiday Gift-Giving Guide for the Whole Family (Natural + Eco-Friendly)
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As a type A personality, I love planning ahead. I create checklists for holiday planning and I usually try to buy gifts early. This gives me something nice to look…
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Maple Tarragon Roasted Carrots
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My dad’s side of the family always has cooked carrots in some form for most holidays. One year, I hosted Thanksgiving and while I felt obligated to serve some form…
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My Guide to Planning for the Holidays (to Save Your Sanity!)
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Every year, it seems like the holidays get here faster and faster! Once the end of summer rolls around, it’s a quick race to the end of the year. Even…
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How to Make & Use Castor Oil Packs
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I was first introduced to castor oil as my due date approached with my first child. Like any mom, I was eager to meet my little one so I turned…
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6 Ways to Get Healthy Hair
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I’ve been pregnant a time or six and had the wonderful thick hair that comes with it. Then comes the postpartum hair loss. For years I also dealt with hair…
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Easy Leftover Turkey Soup
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For most families the day after Thanksgiving can mean either a full day of Black Friday shopping or (what we do) a relaxing day without any cooking! Thanksgiving leftovers are…
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How To Do a Bentonite Clay Detox
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Not only do I rub mud on my face, but I brush my teeth with it and drink it too. Sounds crazy? I’m talking about bentonite clay! Bentonite clay is…
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Brightening Green Tea Serum
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Formally known as camellia sinensis, green tea is a great way to perk up tired skin. Camellia sinensis leaf extract is gaining popularity in toners, cleansers, and hydrating serums. While…
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Homemade Applesauce Recipe (Fall Favorite!)
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I have fond memories of making my homemade applesauce recipe with the kids every year. We no longer live in an area with apple trees (too hot down here!) but…
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The Benefits of Coconut Oil Pulling (and How To Do It)
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Coconut oil pulling has gained mainstream attention in the news and on fashion blogs in recent years. I’ve been using this Ayurvedic oral health practice off and on for years,…
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Warming Ginger Syrup Recipe
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I often keep fresh ginger around in case of upset stomachs (it can be a lifesaver during early pregnancy!). Ginger root also adds a tasty flavor to drinks, gingerbread, and…
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Homemade Apple Pie Spice Blend
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This time of year everyone is going nuts over pumpkin pie spice. While it is delicious in everything from pumpkin pie to homemade lattes, apple pie spice is another fall…
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Bentonite Clay For Internal Use (and How to Take it)
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Bentonite clay is a healing clay derived from volcanic ash. Since it was first discovered in Montmorillon, France, it’s also called montmorillonite clay. I love bentonite clay for external uses…
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Homemade Natural Cream Blush (Plus Bronzer)
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I’ve been experimenting with homemade makeup for years, from DIY concealer and highlighter to lip balm to mascara. I have a powder blush I love that works well, but I’ve…
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Homemade Pumpkin Soup – Fall Favorite!
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It’s finally the season for all things pumpkin. Pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin lattes, and more are everywhere this time of year. Some of us love it and some of…
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Why Nutella Shouldn’t Be In Your Pantry (Plus Better Options)
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Many years ago, I spent a few weeks vacationing in Europe. I hiked, explored beautiful towns, tried local foods, and indulged in way too much of an Italian favorite: Nutella.…
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28 Non-Candy Halloween Treats Kids Will Love
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Halloween and I have a complicated relationship, at least since I became a mom. Trick-or-treating is a fun tradition, but there aren’t many healthy Halloween treats (or even close to…
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17 Festive & Healthy Halloween Food Ideas (Kids Will Love)
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Our family loves Halloween! It’s true, in the early days we were trick-or-treating holdouts (all that sugary store-bought Halloween candy… shudder!). Now that my kids are older I’ve figured out…
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Is Coconut Milk Good For You?
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Unsweetened coconut milk is a superfood milk substitute I frequently use in my home. While almond milk and oat milk are good for certain recipes, coconut milk adds a rich…
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Healthy Candy for Halloween Trick-or-Treating
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In case you’re wondering if you’ve got the right blog, never fear… no, I don’t think there’s such a thing as healthy candy! By “healthy” I mean “better than the…
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Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie (With Protein!)
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Now that it’s fall it’s officially PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season. And if you live where it’s still 80 degrees in October like I do, a pumpkin smoothie is a…