Motherhood

All the advice you need for being a natural mom. Natural remedies for kids, how to help picky eaters, learning and growing, and more!
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A Back to School Routine to Help You Stay Sane
So, whether you’re homeschooling your kids or sending them off to school, these tips will help your family transition from summer into school again.
My Food Rules to Help Picky Eaters
If you’re struggling with picky eaters, start by looking at your family’s attitude about food. Offering a variety of foods will help establish good eating habits. However, having some guidelines around food and mealtimes will help change their eating behavior. And it’ll make the time you spend around the table more enjoyable!
Home Remedies for Mastitis That Really Work
Breastfeeding comes with its fair share of challenges. From sore nipples to late-night feeds (and plenty of baby cuddles!). If you notice breast pain, flu-like symptoms, and blocked milk ducts then it could be mastitis. Here’s what mastitis is and the home remedies I successfully used to treat my breast infection.
DIY Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding
This moisturizing nursing balm helps soothe sore, cracked nipples. Plus it’s safe for baby to ingest.
Should You Try Baby Sleep Training?
Struggling with baby's sleep patterns? 😴 Check out the latest blog post for valuable insights into baby sleep training methods! ⁠ ⁠ From gentle approaches to debunking myths, this blog post has you covered. Plus, discover tips and tricks for creating a soothing sleep environment.
How to Sleep When Pregnant
Whether you’re a first-time mother or are expecting your third (or tenth!) sleeping when pregnant can be a challenge. Not only is it difficult to get comfortable, but other things accompanying pregnancy can make it difficult to get restful sleep. And at the back of your mind, there’s always that concern about what’s best for the baby. If you’re a few months into your pregnancy and are finding it difficult to sleep, here are some solutions.
Calming Cherry Moon Milk Recipe
Struggling to get a good night's sleep as a busy mama? 🌙 Check out my nighttime routine tips, including avoiding blue light and enjoying relaxing drinks. This cherry rose moon milk recipe is a must-try for unwinding! 💤 #NighttimeRoutine #MoonMilk #SleepTips
How to Avoid Morning Sickness
Since morning sickness isn’t fun, wouldn’t it be great if you could avoid it? Being the health nut that I am, I kept food and supplement journals from my pregnancies. I tried several things but found that some worked well while others didn’t have much impact on how I felt. Here are my recommendations for ways you can avoid morning sickness before it starts...
How to Naturally Soothe Baby Colic
Calling all exhausted parents! 🙋‍♀️ If you've been wondering how to soothe your colicky baby and find some much-needed peace, this article is a must-read! In this blog post, we'll dive deep into potential causes of colic and unveil a treasure trove of natural remedies to bring comfort to both your little one and yourself. From adjusting feeding routines to exploring calming techniques and herbal remedies, we've got you covered! 🍼
Gluten-Free Homemade Playdough Recipe
🎉 Fun and Gluten-Free Homemade Playdough! 🎨✨ Crafted with simple, natural ingredients, this playdough is not only gluten-free but also free from any harmful chemicals. You can rest easy knowing your little ones are having a blast with a non-toxic, homemade creation! 🌿
How to Make Crayons With Natural Ingredients
Difficulty: Easy Similar to our approach with food and personal care products, I made sure to provide my children with art supplies that are as natural as possible. Here's a recipe for eco-friendly crayons that you can feel good about.⁠ Double boiler OR glass bowl and pot Whisk ¼ cup carnauba wax flakes ⅓ cup cocoa butter (or tallow) Natural Pigments 5 tsp beet powder (for pink) 1 and ¼ tsp turmeric (for yellow) 1 and ¼ tsp annatto powder (for orange) 1 and ¼ tsp chlorella powder (for green) 2 and ¼ tsp raw cacao powder (for brown)
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Mom (She Will Use and Love!)
I’ve compiled a list of some things I’d want to get myself or gift my own mom. Feel free to add your favorites in the comments! Some of these are definitely not your typical gifts but are ones that will help Mom be healthy and happy.
DIY Salt Dough Ornaments Recipe
These homemade ornaments are a great project to do with the kids! Cutout your favorite shapes and paint them as desired for a custom ornament.
How Hypnobirthing Can Give You a Better Birth Experience
Natural birth has gotten a lot more popular in recent years. And hypnobirthing is something that women (even celebrities and Duchesses) have used during labor. No, it’s not the same thing as the hypnosis you see on TV. But it can help you have a better birth experience. As a mom of 6, natural birth is something I’ve done lots of research on, for both myself and my doula clients. So what is hypnobirthing and is it right for you? Read on and find out!
70+ Healthy School Lunch Ideas (With 2-Week Menu)
Most of us grew up on grilled cheese sandwiches (crusts on or off?) or the classic PB&J. But it is possible to reinvent the wheel and pack more nutritious options during back-to-school time.