Disclosure: Some samples were provided to facilitate this article. I see memes and articles on Facebook all the time decrying all the info we receive about what we need to do to become better parents and better individuals… “Eat this and that.” “You must let your child do this.” “You must not let your child do… [read more]
Easy Product Swaps for a Healthier Life
June 16, 2016 by
Chocolate Coconut No-Bake Protein Balls Recipe — Kids Love ’em Too!
May 4, 2016 by
I hope you enjoy this vegan Chocolate Coconut No-Bake Protein Balls recipe! Our family is constantly in search healthy snacks that are packed with protein and good fats. Given our nut allergies this quest for healthful snacks is often a bit of a challenge. Even more challenging is finding a nut-free, protein packed, healthful, sweet… [read more]
Immune-Boosting, Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe
January 22, 2016 by
Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe This post contains affiliate links. Ugh… I think my boys are getting every single virus that is going around. Since moving to Utah from Louisiana in July we seem to be on a 2 weeks on 2 weeks off schedule with colds and stomach viruses. I don’t know what the deal is!… [read more]
Eat Smart Salad Kits – Protein and Vitamin Packed Goodness!
September 30, 2015 by
Oh, my gosh! My life is just go, Go, GO! these days. Sometimes it seems that I hardly have time to stop and catch my breath. Get up. Get the kids breakfast. Get the 8 year old off to school (that’s a fun one because we bike to school). Shower. Get ready for the day. Get… [read more]
Thrive Market- Real Food, Natural Products at Wholesale Prices! + $1000 Shopping Spree!
August 4, 2015 by
Okay, you guys! I am so excited about this! I’m betting a lot of you are like me and are trying to eat healthier. If you are like me in that regard, you’ve watched your grocery bill rise as you’ve opted for natural, organic, or non-GMO products. A few years ago, my husband and I… [read more]
Pamper Your Skin While Protecting it from the Sunburn – COOLA sun care Review
May 4, 2015 by
Disclosure: Thank you to Coola for sending samples of Coola sun care products to facilitate this post. Well, folks. It’s that time of year again. It is getting nice and warm outside. Just makes you want to go jump in a pool…or a river…or the ocean. It is this time of year that I’m always… [read more]
Sautéed Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Pesto
April 13, 2015 by
Zucchini Noodles with Avocado Pesto A couple months ago I was in Bed Bath and Beyond and saw a cool kitchen gadget I’d never seen before. It was an inexpensive little handheld spiral vegetable slicer. I’m not generally an impulse purchaser, and especially when it comes to “as seen on TV” products, but veggie noodles… [read more]
Do You Use Xylitol Yet? Great Benefits of Xylitol for Teeth
March 23, 2015 by
Disclosure: Samples were provided. All opinions are honest and are my own. I first learned about the awesome health benefits of xylitol several years ago from my mother-in-law. She’s always on the cutting edge of the latest products for health. Our oldest son, who was then 2 years old was having terrible problems with seasonal… [read more]
Homemade Kefir – Save Money and Learn How to Make Your Own Kefir
January 26, 2015 by
Homemade Kefir Recipe What is Kefir? Kefir is a cultured milk with amazing health attributes. Kefir’s tart and refreshing flavor is similar to a drinking-style yogurt (my oldest used to call it yogurt juice when he was little). It contains beneficial yeast as well as loads friendly ‘probiotic’ bacteria. While yogurt contains a few strands of… [read more]
Natural Personal Care Products – Great Alternatives to the Toxin-Filled Products We Currently Use
January 21, 2015 by
Disclosure: Some samples were received. So you’re looking to “green” your personal care routine a bit but aren’t ready to make the leap to “no poo”. You want to healthify your life, but prefer to try on “a little crunchy” before taking the plunge to full-on “granola”. Yep, I’m with you on this one. While… [read more]
Santa Fe Chicken Quinoa Casserole Recipe
January 9, 2015 by
Quinoa is an AMAZING food. So versatile, so healthy, and so filling. And I can’t tell you how many times it took me to get it right. The first time I cooked it it was crunchy like caviar, and we all thought it tasted kind of funny. I’ve since learned the proper water to quinoa ratio,… [read more]
Have You Used Your Flexible Spending Account Funds? Deadline Tomorrow!
December 30, 2014 by
Disclosure: Thanks so much to FSAstore.com for sponsoring this informative post! How much do you know about the workings of your FSA (Flexible Spending Account)? As the end of the year approaches, consumers with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) are looking to maximize their remaining pre-tax money. If you’re a novice to Flexible Spending Accounts like… [read more]
My 2015 Fitness Goals – TomTom Runner Cardio GPS Watch #GiveAGoal #Giveaway
December 19, 2014 by
Disclosure: Thank you to TomTom for sponsoring this conversation, and for helping me get my rear into gear for 2015! I think one of the most difficult things about motherhood is finding a spare moment to take care of myself. There are days when I forget to have a meal because I’m so busy rescuing my… [read more]
Give the Gift of Comfort – HoMedics Triple Shiatsu Massage Cushion #HolidayGiftGuide
December 16, 2014 by
I’m not sure if there are more than a few handfuls of adults in existence who can say that they never experience back and neck tension. In our age today we often work sedentary, or high-stress–or both–jobs that take their toll on our bodies. Motherhood is no exception. Truly, some of the worst back and… [read more]
