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3 Functional Mocktails To Make This Week
Are you looking for a way to step up your drink game this summer without the booze? Drinks can be fun without alcohol and I’m on a mission to make lots of functional mocktails this summer. Gone are the days when drinking mocktails were boring. As the nonalcoholic landscape continues to evolve, people are moving toward “functional” mocktails, or nonalcoholic drinks that are designed to offer health benefits beyond mere refreshment. These drinks often contain adaptogens. Often used in Eastern medicine, adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that help your body respond to stress, anxiety, fatigue and overall well-being. Fun drinks can be such a nice addition to any cookout, bbq,…
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Homemade Healthy and Delicious 3 Ingredient Applesauce
Do you know how easy it is to make applesauce? My kids actually eat this right off of the stove it’s so good! I make my own when organic apples on sale. When things are in season not only is the nutritional value higher but it’s cheaper to buy them. This is when I add a few canned goods into my pantry! Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own? You can make applesauce with any apples but I love to use Golden Delicious. I’ve read that using a mixture will result in a better mixture but by kids LOVE Golden Delicious. You can freeze your applesauce…
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Why I made a commitment to take CBD daily
For the last few months, I did an experiment on myself. I tried CBD during my postpartum because I felt like I was drowning. And guess what… it helped me remember that I knew how to swim. Never in a million years would I think that I would be sitting here, writing a love letter about CBD but here I am, a TRUE believer of what it can do for us because I have seen it first hand since my sixth baby was born. I’ll explain… my husband picked up A LOT of jobs this summer, I am thankful that he was able to do that to help us financially…
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Why Encapsulating My Placenta Was A Non Negotiable
When I had my first baby, I had no idea what was in store for me. I also didn’t know about the fourth trimester. This one is all about mommy. Alongside dealing with body issues like postpartum bleeding, cramping, sore and engorged boobs, it’s also a time to worry about maintaining sanity and resting so the body can heal. The next few months are crucial as a new or once again mom because they set the tone for YOU. When I first had Nolan, I had no idea about natural ways to fight post partum depression and remember nights/early mornings up with a crying baby wondering how was I ever…
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Why I Suggest All Breastfeeding Moms Use a HAAKKAA
If you’re about to have a baby or just had a baby and nursing, then I strongly urge you use a HAAKAA milk catcher when you’re nursing. The HAAKKAA is made for breastfeeding and pumping moms. I’ve used it with my last three babies and WOW it has really been a major perk while postpartum and wanting to start a milk supply but not wanting to pump. It is perfect for those who have baby latched to one side, and are experiencing a let down on the other side. I always attach to my other breast while nursing and then take the collected milk and store it in the freezer.…
