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Strawberry Chia Seed Jam Recipe
One thing that I have tried to do in the last few years is take advantage of seasonal fruits when they are actually in season. We are so used to having everything available year round in grocery stores, that we forget about their natural growing seasons. When you take the time to shop for your produce during the actual season it’s grown in, not only is it more nutrient dense, it tastes SO MUCH better. Strawberry season in South Carolina came and went by way to quickly but not before we made several trips to our local strawberry patch to pick (and eat while picking) as much as our bellies…
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TEN Third Trimester Must Haves From A 6th Time Mom
All clothing featured above is from NOM MATERNITY. You can shop by clicking here. Make sure to use code: LITTLESOUTHERNWIFE15 for 15% off If you’re reading this and just entering into the 3rd trimester, CONGRATS! You’re almost at the finish line to meet your little one. If not and you’re just wanting to gather information for when the time comes, let me tell ya. The third trimester can be absolutely amazing or it can be really stressful. I try really hard to prep all the things in my 2nd trimester so that I can just be an enjoy my last few weeks of being pregnant. No matter how you look…
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Why You Should Add Trace Minerals Into Your Filtered Water
One of the biggest swaps you can make in your non-toxic journey is making sure you drink and bathe in clean filtered water. My family and I drink A LOT of water. So much water that plastic bottles aren’t our thing (they’re wasteful, not the best quality, and not environmentally friendly) and tap water isn’t an option (go to the EWG tap water database to test what’s in your water – it’s a HUGE eye opener). It’s made me become somewhat of a water snob and for that reason, I’ve tried several water filters so I can share my honest review on them all. My absolute favorite water filtration system is linked…
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3 Tips For How I Make Meal Prepping Successful For Myself + My Family
Meal prepping isn’t something I EVER saw myself doing. The thought of putting together a ton of meals and snacks all at once never seemed very appealing to me UNTIL I realized something. My household wasn’t thriving when I tried to get things together in the moment. We were failing terribly and eating out more frequently AND grabbing packaged things from the pantry instead of real foods. Since that “light bulb moment,” I have realized that meal prepping is something that positively benefits my family and for that I have picked up a few helpful habits that I am sure can benefit yours. Take note of what grocery items are…
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Grove Co Makes My Life Easier – Here’s Why You Should Try It
When switching to cleaner products, it can be confusing all around. There are so many brands to choose from and it cannot only be overwhelming but wasteful financially trying them all. Several years ago, I was introduced to a online store front that has made my home non-toxic swaps so much easier, and now I am sharing it with you. (Please read this about indoor air pollution and see why making a swap to safer home products was something I did early on and very beneficial for your health.) In the realm of home products I don’t feel like the things we use in our homes are a one size…
