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Wellness Mama » Archives for March 2019

Archives for March 2019

microfiber cloths pros and cons
Natural Home

Microfiber Cloths: Green Cleaning or Plastic Pollution?

March 30, 2019 by Katie Wells

When I first switched to more natural and green cleaning products, microfiber cloths seemed like a panacea. They cleaned almost all surfaces with little or no additional products, were reusable, and seemed really sustainable. I found myself using them more and more and many sources recommended them as a natural cleaning alternative. From a no-waste perspective, …

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why to use one natural cleaner
Natural Home

How I Use One Natural Plant-Based Cleaner to Clean the Whole House

March 29, 2019 by Katie Wells

With a family and a business, life can get very busy, very fast. Both take a lot of time and intentionality to nurture and I’m not one to let either of these important parts of my life suffer for the other. One thing I do so that I can have time for my family (first) …

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Drink Recipes, Recipes

Creamy Berry Smoothie (Dairy Free)

March 28, 2019 by Katie Wells

Smoothies are the perfect food when you’re craving something sweet but want to eat something real. I always add lots of healthy fats and protein to my smoothies for a healthy snack or meal. This creamy berry smoothie is perfect for kids who want something sweet and satisfying. In fact, my kids invented this one! …

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get fit with kids
Motherhood

8 Fun Ways to Exercise As a Family

March 26, 2019 by Katie Wells

I remember how easy it was to “work out” in college. For one thing, I was walking miles each week just to get to class, and whenever I got stressed and needed a mental break from homework, I could just go to the gym on campus (for free) and get a workout in. I didn’t …

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Recipes, Seafood Recipes

Tuna-Stuffed Avocado Bowls

March 25, 2019 by Katie Wells

Some days are super busy, so healthy ideas for lunches and dinners to-go are always appreciated. These tuna avocado bowls are fast and easy to make, portable, healthy, and delicious! We have them for lunch during Lent or any time we need a break from the usual. What’s for Lunch? Tuna-Stuffed Avocado Bowls! In my opinion, these …

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How to prevent tick bites
Health

How to Prevent Tick Bites (+ Safe Tick Removal)

March 23, 2019 by Katie Wells

I can handle childbirth, bodily fluids, and poop… but ticks? Ugh! Fun fact (if there can be anything fun about ticks): they don’t bite but they technically sting. Either way, a tick bite can be very harmful. Here are some of the steps you can take to prevent contact with ticks, and what to do if one …

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Recipes, Side Dish Recipes

Bacon Lime Sweet Potato Salad Recipe

March 22, 2019 by Katie Wells

My family loves sweet potatoes. We grow and eat a lot of them (read about my first sweet potato growing experience) and I’m always excited to try new ways to use them. Bacon and lime are always a great combination and are delicious with the sweetness of the roasted sweet potatoes. Bacon Lime Sweet Potato Salad …

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Candy-free Easter Basket Ideas
Natural Home

Healthy Easter Basket Ideas the Whole Family Will Enjoy

March 22, 2019 by Katie Wells

Since we largely avoid candy and other processed foods, I have to get creative and come up with other Easter basket ideas each year. As kids, my brother and I always looked forward to Easter and getting baskets with a chocolate bunny and going on Easter egg hunts. Because of these special memories I work …

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prepare garden bed
Natural Home

How to Create the Best Garden Soil

March 20, 2019 by Katie Wells

If you know anything about organic gardening, you may have heard the saying “feed the soil, not the plant.” Creating healthy soil for plants to grow in is the best way to have a healthy garden that produces without synthetic fertilizers. Knowing that is one thing… knowing what to do is another! It’s tempting to …

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Recipes, Seafood Recipes

Perfect Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

March 19, 2019 by Katie Wells

We all can get tired of preparing the same old foods night after night, and sometimes nothing is better than getting a little fancy and mixing it up! These crab-stuffed mushrooms are a spin on my garlic roasted mushrooms. They are delicious and fun to eat, and contain enough fiber and protein that they could round …

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help a child go to sleep
Motherhood

Natural Ways to Help Kids Sleep

March 16, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’m a huge proponent of getting enough sleep despite how difficult that is in our modern lives. But sometimes it’s outside forces that are causing us or our kids to have trouble going to sleep, staying asleep, or getting quality sleep. Luckily there are many natural ways to help kids sleep that are simple to …

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Recipes, Salad Recipes

Asian Color Burst Salad Recipe

March 14, 2019 by Katie Wells

  You guys know I love my salad, and one of my favorite salad dressing recipes is a copycat of the ginger dressing at a local Japanese restaurant we love. They make a version of this Asian color burst salad, which tastes as beautiful as it looks! I had to try making the recipe on my own. …

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Natural Cleaning and Organizing with Checklist
Natural Home

My Natural Home Cleaning Checklist (for Spring Cleaning!)

March 13, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’ve written many times about all-natural cleaning methods without the use of chemicals. Now to check off something that’s been on my list for a while: a complete cleaning checklist for the whole house! Sometimes it’s hard to get the motivation (or time) to take on deep cleaning, but the one time of year most of …

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Natural Remedies

Activated Charcoal Gummies Recipe (for Upset Tummies)

March 12, 2019 by Katie Wells

If you’ve ever taken activated charcoal before, it was probably in capsule form. These pills can help clear up an upset stomach because activated charcoal can flush out toxins while also preventing constipation. I’ve made homemade gummies for vitamins and to help with sleep, so I figured… why not make them with activated charcoal? Activated charcoal …

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How to make authentic corned beef brisket
Beef Recipes, Recipes

How to Make Your Own Real Corned Beef Brisket (Recipe)

March 11, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’m an Irish girl (though married to an Italian), and corned beef brisket has been a St. Patrick’s Day tradition for us for years. The week before St. Patty’s the menu plan always features shamrock shakes (the not from McDonalds kind), bangers and mash, and other traditional Irish meals. Ironically, the Irish don’t even have a tradition …

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how to help attention deficit disorder or ADD naturally
Natural Remedies

Natural Remedies for ADHD in Children

March 8, 2019 by Katie Wells

ADHD is a very common diagnosis in children (though adults can have it too) so many families have questions. Luckily there are some things that can help with ADHD symptoms other than medication. Below, I’ve compiled recommendations and advice from experts and previous podcast guests on ways to support a child with ADHD. What Is …

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homemade kombucha fruit roll ups
Recipes, Snack Recipes

How to Make SCOBY Fruit Leather (Recipe)

March 7, 2019 by Katie Wells

We’ve been brewing kombucha on our kitchen counter for years, long before it was available in grocery stores. It turns out you can do more with kombucha than just drink it… you can turn it into a favorite kids’ snack that they won’t even know is good for them! This SCOBY fruit leather recipe doesn’t require …

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How Creating Kids Capsule Wardrobes Simplified My Life and Laundry
Organization

How My Kids’ Capsule Wardrobe Simplified My Life (& Laundry)

March 6, 2019 by Katie Wells

I must admit… when the capsule wardrobe trend took over Pinterest, I was mostly uninterested. As a mom, I based my wardrobe much more on function and flexibility. Times like pregnancy and nursing required certain types of clothes and limited my options. Then, I discovered the concept of a kids’ capsule wardrobe. Freedom from endless laundry, …

Read moreHow My Kids’ Capsule Wardrobe Simplified My Life (& Laundry)
lotion for dry heels
Beauty

Soothing DIY Salve for Cracked Heels

March 5, 2019 by Katie Wells

When I married my husband, he had horribly cracked heels. Apparently, he’d had these most of his life, but as we learned more about natural living, I set out to find natural remedies for it. In the summertime especially, when feet are more exposed (hopefully barefoot or in minimalist shoes), cracked heels can be a problem. …

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Beef Recipes, Recipes

Spicy Beef Curry (Authentic Bangladeshi Recipe)

March 4, 2019 by Katie Wells

I’ve been experimenting a lot lately with dishes from southeast Asia. Japanese miso soup is now regularly on the menu and we’ve added Indian coconut chicken curry too. Like the others, this Bangladeshi spicy beef curry has delicious flavor from a whole combination of spices for something completely out of the ordinary. If you’ve never had curry, you’re …

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digital detox from phones
Organization

Why I Started a Weekly Digital Day Off

March 1, 2019 by Katie Wells

I remember seeing a series of photos of people in what should have been some of the most important moments of their lives (like wedding days, holding new babies, etc.). Instead, they were all on their phones. Not enjoying the moment, not talking to each other, but looking at phones. From a less dramatic perspective, I’ve …

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