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Wellness Mama » Archives for January 2019

Archives for January 2019

symptoms of frostbite dangers
Health

How to Recognize Signs of Frostbite (& Tips to Protect Kids)

January 30, 2019 by Katie Wells

Extreme cold weather is nothing to mess with! This Southern girl got quite the education in winter weather safety while touring Tero Isokauppila’s beautiful (+ extremely snowy and cold) homeland in Finland. As you can imagine, knowing the signs of frostbite and how to stay warm in the snow is extremely serious business there. With the record-breaking …

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Keratosis Pilaris Exfoliating Cream-DIY Recipe
Beauty

Keratosis Pilaris Exfoliating Cream (DIY Recipe)

January 30, 2019 by Katie Wells

Have you ever noticed unsightly little red bumps on your skin? If so, they may be a condition called keratosis pilaris. Conventional treatments for the issue can be rather harsh on the skin, but there are natural options. This keratosis pilaris exfoliating cream helps moisturize and exfoliate for clearer skin. What Is Keratosis Pilaris? Also nicknamed …

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Recipes, Soup & Stew Recipes

Easy Miso Soup Recipe (With Veggies)

January 29, 2019 by Katie Wells

Sometimes when the weather is chilly or you’re simply feeling under the weather, there is nothing better than a warm brothy soup. This miso soup combines nutrient-rich bone broth with the probiotic benefits of miso. And you get the benefits of vitamins and minerals from vegetables too. Make a big batch for the whole family or just …

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Cheap Ways to Avoid WiFi
Natural Home

The $15 Fix to Reduce WiFi Exposure by Half

January 26, 2019 by Katie Wells

EMFs are a controversial topic these days! Many types of technology are new and we don’t yet fully understand how they impact the body. In a technological world, avoiding all EMFs is nearly impossible, but there are simple steps we can take to reduce WiFi and EMF exposure, including a simple and inexpensive tip that …

Read moreThe $15 Fix to Reduce WiFi Exposure by Half
How to Keep a Toddler Busy
Motherhood

10 Creative Ways to Keep Toddlers Busy

January 25, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’ve had to get creative finding ways to keep my older kids active indoors and engaged instead of bored. But toddlers are a whole other ball game! Toddlers are at an interesting place developmentally. It’s a time of incredible growth with so many firsts: saying first words and then whole sentences, potty training, and so …

Read more10 Creative Ways to Keep Toddlers Busy
How to make an herbal hair rinse
Beauty

DIY Herbal Hair Rinse for Shiny and Strong Hair

January 23, 2019 by Katie Wells

Plenty of hair care commercials promise shiny, beautiful hair, but at what cost? This DIY herbal hair rinse recipe nourishes the scalp, boosts shine, and strengthens hair naturally without the downsides of chemicals and parabens. The problem with many hair care items, even many of the natural ones, is that they strip the natural oils from the …

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Recipes, Soup & Stew Recipes

Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe

January 22, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’m happy to say that my meal planning and preparation skills have improved quite a bit in the years since college. Those days, most meals involved grabbing food at the food court on campus. Thankfully, they had a decent salad bar and some sushi or I don’t know that I would have consumed many vegetables at all! …

Read moreEasy Egg Drop Soup Recipe
how to have healthy lymph nodes
Health

Ways to Activate the Lymphatic System to Boost Immunity

January 19, 2019 by Katie Wells

I recently wrote about the vestibular system and all of the benefits from large motion activation. This isn’t the only bodily system that large movement helps. We also have a lymphatic system that is closely tied to our overall wellness and immunity to illnesses. And this time of year, a little extra immunity comes in …

Read moreWays to Activate the Lymphatic System to Boost Immunity
stop snacking at night
Health

Reasons to Stop Eating at Night

January 18, 2019 by Katie Wells

I remember getting into a night-time eating habit during one pregnancy. It’s easy to justify when you’re growing a human, but these habits can stick around later on. Though it may be helpful during pregnancy and nursing to have a snack before bed, at other times it may actually be unhealthy. An easy way to …

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Homemade natural diy air freshener
Natural Home

Natural Homemade Air Freshener Recipes

January 16, 2019 by Katie Wells

Between pets, kids, and everyday life, homes can smell less than fresh sometimes. Artificially scented air fresheners don’t offer much of a solution as they just mask the smell with toxins. I frequently use these 3 methods to cleanse the air in our home, but I also like using these natural air fresheners for their …

Read moreNatural Homemade Air Freshener Recipes
chipotle Mexican burrito bowl
Poultry Recipes, Recipes, Salad Recipes

Healthy Chipotle-Style Burrito Bowl

January 15, 2019 by Katie Wells

Eating out can be fun (or necessary) sometimes and Chipotle is one of the few places we will occasionally eat out. We love Mexican food (I even make my own taco seasoning) and it is relatively easy to find healthy food options there. Unfortunately, with a large family it is also pricey to go out …

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How to Improve the Vestibular System with Sensory Swings & Activities
Health

How to Improve the Vestibular System with Sensory Swings & Activities

January 12, 2019 by Katie Wells

For Christmas, my kids all received various types of sensory swings, rings, and other things that are now hanging from their bedroom ceilings. The idea is that these all help their vestibular system — a concept we talked about in-depth in this podcast. Before you think I’m a tad crazy for hanging swings indoors (I …

Read moreHow to Improve the Vestibular System with Sensory Swings & Activities
Chocolate Face Mask Recipe
Beauty

DIY Chocolate Face Mask Recipe

January 11, 2019 by Katie Wells

Chocolate is a delicious treat, but it also doubles as a skincare ingredient. There’s chocolate in my homemade foundation powder and even in my dry shampoo recipe for those busy, greasy hair days. This edible chocolate face mask features raw cacao powder and other ingredients right from the kitchen that make skin healthier, the tasty way. Hmm, …

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best TED Talks for moms and kids
Mindset

Favorite TED Talks for Moms, Kids & Family

January 10, 2019 by Katie Wells

As sometimes overwhelmed moms with kids and spouses to care for (not to mention everything else) we want answers. We want to know how to make life easier, more enjoyable, and more fulfilling for ourselves and our families. To that end, we watch a lot of TED talks in our family for fresh ideas and …

Read moreFavorite TED Talks for Moms, Kids & Family
healthy beef soup
Beef Recipes, Recipes

Slow Cooker Orange Beef Stew

January 8, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’m always on the lookout for healthy, nourishing, and delicious meals. I love my Mandarin chicken recipe so I thought I’d try orange beef. I’m so glad I did! This orange beef stew is a perfect recipe for adding a little bit of sweet to a savory dish. It’s also very easy to make and …

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cordyceps mushrooms
Health

Cordyceps Mushrooms Benefits for Anti-Aging, Endurance & Balance

January 7, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’ve mentioned how much I love medicinal mushrooms and all of their amazing health benefits. But today I want to talk about cordyceps, which many people call a mushroom (but they really aren’t!). Cordyceps has many amazing health benefits that the western world is just beginning to explore. What Are Cordyceps? Cordyceps are a kind of fungus …

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plastic free alternatives
Natural Home

Plastic in the Ocean: How We Can All Reduce Single-Use Plastics

January 5, 2019 by Katie Wells

This post is a humble plea to help be part of the solution to a problem that is much bigger than any of us… the growing amount of plastic in the ocean. We’ve known for a while some of the health issues related to plastic use, and now the environmental concerns are becoming increasingly alarming. …

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How to stay motivated with a healthy lifestyle
Organization

How to Stay Motivated When Making Health Changes

January 4, 2019 by Katie Wells

Often the problem isn’t wanting to change, or even taking the first step. The hardest part is finding a way to stay motivated once our initial enthusiasm wears off or we encounter setbacks. This is one reason so many of us struggle with keeping New Year’s resolutions! I’m no motivation guru and I’ve definitely had many …

Read moreHow to Stay Motivated When Making Health Changes
natural-ways-to-remove-laundry-stains
Natural Home

Natural Stain Removal Guide (No Harsh Chemicals Needed!)

January 3, 2019 by Katie Wells

If your house is anything like mine, laundry stains are a daily fact of life.

Read moreNatural Stain Removal Guide (No Harsh Chemicals Needed!)
Turmeric latte recipe
Drink Recipes, Recipes

Spiced-Up Turmeric Latte with Cinnamon and Chicory

January 1, 2019 by Katie Wells

The week after the holidays I always feel like I need a good detox but I’m still in the mood to relax and enjoy family. Enter this combination of two of my favorite healthy pleasures: coffee + turmeric tea (or golden milk). The trick is, this cinnamon turmeric latte doesn’t contain coffee at all… it …

Read moreSpiced-Up Turmeric Latte with Cinnamon and Chicory

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