How to Raise Your Vibration
When I began my healing journey 5 years ago, I quickly realized I wouldn’t heal without addressing my health on a spiritual and energetic level, too. I knew I could be on the "perfect protocol" for my healing, but if my thoughts were worried, I wouldn’t get...
5 Benefits of Honey
5 Benefits of Honey If there’s one superfood I’m never without in my holistic medicine kit--it’s raw honey. Honey, in its pure, RAW form is truly a medicinal superfood. Your grandma probably gave you a spoonful when you had a sore throat or cough as a child because...
How to recover from a viral flare
How to recover from a viral flare It’s been pretty quiet on the website and social media lately. Usually I downshift during the summer months to spend more time with my kids while they’re out of school. This summer I took a step back for another reason, too. I had an...
How to detox from air pollution
How to detox from air pollution We’ve had quite the eventful month here in southern California. On December 4th, 2017, the Thomas fire, swept through our community burning more than 280,000 acres and over 1,000 structures to become the largest fire in California...
2017 Holistic Gift Guide
It's that time of year again... ...and this year I'm going to be prepared! I say that every year and it's always a scramble because let's face it....that's how I roll. I wish I was one of those people who tucks away treasures throughout the year to give during...
How much acetaminophen is safe?
How much acetaminophen is safe? I’ve been wanting to write this post for awhile, however, I don’t want anyone feeling bad about how they help their children during illness. None of us want to see our children suffer, so I understand wanting to alleviate symptoms. My...
Benefits of Thyme Tea
Benefits of Thyme If there’s one staple in my holistic medicine kit, it’s herbal teas. Not only are many herbal teas kid-friendly (my kids will drink anything if I put enough raw honey in the mug!), but they also provide many immune-boosting benefits. Herbal teas have...
43 Easy to Make Snacks for Kids (Gluten-Free)
Easy to make snacks are a lifesaver as a busy mom. Especially when your kids are in the middle of the growth spurt as both of my children are at the moment. I swear every 15 seconds one of them is telling me how starving they are. So, around here, easy and healthy...
8 ways to heal from the Epstein-Barr virus
8 ways to heal from the Epstein-Barr virus A few weeks ago I shared my story about my journey with the Epstein-Barr virus. For more information about my symptoms and diagnosis you can go here. Thank you for all your kind comments and words of support. A few of you...
21 Healthy Granola Bar Recipes (Gluten-Free)
My kids are back to school this week after a loooooong winter break. This means I'm back to making lunches in a hurry on school mornings again. To be honest, I'm not the mom who prepares lunches the night before. Instead, I'm more like a fly by the seat of my pants...
Easy Holiday Homemade Gifts Ideas
Holiday Homemade Gift Ideas It's December. The month that serves as a weird energy vortex of joy, procrastination, giving, food, tears, laughter and love. December also goes by in the blink of an eye so get your game face on, it's time to focus. This week I'm prepping...
Good Stocking Stuffers for Kids
Good Stocking Stuffers for Kids Ah, the Christmas morning STOCKING! A tradition I usually forget about until that last minute when I find myself wide-eyed and desperate at Target on December 23rd. But not this year, friends. This year I'm all over it and I'm on a...
How I’m healing from chronic illness
How I'm healing from chronic illness Lately I've been reflecting on the power of sharing our personal healing stories. I am continually grateful for all the brave souls who share the twists and turns of the healing path. It gives hope to those in the thick of...
Homemade Honey Antibacterial Balm
Homemade Honey Antibacterial Balm to the Rescue! My kids love getting scrapes and bruises. Well, more like they love to PRETEND they get scrapes and bruises and ironically all of them require a band aid and some of our homemade honey antibacterial balm (or "lotion" as...
25 Homemade Popsicle Recipes (Gluten-Free)
I recently posted about our summer love affair with ice cream over on my Instagram account. When the warm weather hits, my kids LOVE cool treats. And when they visit Grammy, my kids indulge in some gluten-free, dairy-free ice cream. We are loyal forever and always to...
38 Easy Healthy Dinner Recipes (Gluten-Free)
Summer has officially begun! This means I'm spending as little time in the kitchen as possible. It's hot, my kids are out of school, and the beach is calling us---so....easy healthy dinner recipes to the rescue! Lately I'm finding that simple is better. Actually, in...
20 Homemade Cracker Recipes
If you have children, you are familiar with... cracker addictions. Am I right? Or is it just my kids? In theory this is fine, because crackers can be topped with all sorts of healthy and yummy spreads. Hummus or guacamole? Raw cheese or nut butter? There are so many...
20 Smoothies for Kids!
There are few things as nutrient dense as a smoothie. The ingredient options are endless and it's easy to slip in nutrient boosters for added nourishment. Smoothies for kids can get a little tricky though. I don't know about your kids, but mine won't touch a green...
