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Wellness Mama » Archives for June 2021

Archives for June 2021

DIY Cooling Spray
Natural Remedies

Essential Oil Cooling Spray for Summer

June 30, 2021 by Katie Wells

It might just be that I’m spending a lot of time outdoors with my kids, but this summer has seemed unusually hot to me. Not only has it been hot, but the humidity and heat index seem to be competing to see which can break the most records. While some days I’d rather just camp …

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Condiment Recipes, Recipes

9 Easy Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes From Scratch

June 29, 2021 by Katie Wells

Salad dressings are also the only way some parents ever succeed in getting kids to eat vegetables. They certainly have their place, but the store-bought ones are loaded with omega-6 oils and preservatives. Healthy salad dressings, on the other hand, can be a great way to get a good serving of healthy fats in. Favorite …

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How to choose a good greens powder
Natural Remedies

The Best Greens Superfood Powders: Are They Worth It? (+ How to Find a Good One)

June 25, 2021 by Katie Wells

You can’t out-supplement a poor diet (or poor sleep or high stress either). But even with a perfect diet and great sleep, it is still possible to experience nutrient deficiencies because modern foods can be deficient in certain essential nutrients. To ensure we get enough, I make homemade herbal teas (packed with micronutrients) and rotate various …

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DIY sugar wax recipe
Beauty

DIY Sugar Wax for Ridiculously Smooth Skin

June 24, 2021 by Katie Wells

Sugar waxing is one of the few uses for white sugar I can get behind. (Sugar scrubs come in at a close second!) Here’s how to make your own natural DIY sugar wax and use it for smooth, radiant skin. What Is Sugaring? Sugaring, or sugar waxing, is the process of applying warm, melted sugar …

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Poultry Recipes, Recipes

Healthy Orange Chicken Recipe

June 22, 2021 by Katie Wells

In college, orange chicken was my weakness. I loved Chinese food and frequently ordered other menu items, but the crispy chicken tossed with vegetables and a sweet and spicy orange glaze was my favorite. I ate it many late nights while studying. Healthy? Not so much. Delicious? Absolutely. These days I prefer to make restaurant …

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control cravings
Mindset

How to Stop Emotional Eating & Reset Cravings

June 19, 2021 by Katie Wells

Food addiction is a real problem in our modern society. Many women especially have a lot of guilt and shame around their weight and not being able to “control” their eating. But there are solutions for nagging food cravings and emotional eating that can finally get to the underlying causes of food addiction and help …

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Luscious Lashes - Eyelash Growth Serum Recipe
Beauty

DIY Eyelash Growth Serum for Luscious Lashes

June 18, 2021 by Katie Wells

Big eyes and long eyelashes are a classic feminine trait and many women have gone to great lengths (pun intended) for them. I even made my own natural eye shadow recipe to accentuate mine. Unfortunately, many treatments like eyelash extensions and growth serums can cause allergic reactions, infection, or other problems. Never fear, there’s a …

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Condiment Recipes, Recipes

Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce Recipe

June 16, 2021 by Katie Wells

Honey mustard is a kid favorite at our house. My kids love it on homemade chicken fingers and on salads. I love it on spring salad with berries. No matter what we eat it on, I don’t care for some of the ingredients in store-bought honey mustard, so I make it myself. Homemade Honey Mustard This homemade honey …

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summer outdoor activities for kids at home
Natural Home

Backyard Ideas to Keep Kids Playing Outside All Summer

June 12, 2021 by Katie Wells

In our family, we’re big on creating experiences instead of having things, and we spend a lot of time outdoors. I’ve always said I hoped to be the house in the neighborhood where my kids and their friends would want to hang out. Now that my kids are getting older, this is happening and it …

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Homemade All Natural Glass Cleaner Recipe
Natural Home

Simple Homemade Glass Cleaner Recipe

June 10, 2021 by Katie Wells

Sometimes the best things in life are free… or really, really cheap, like this natural glass cleaner recipe. I’ve experimented with many types of natural cleaners and have finally found natural options that are as good (or better) than conventional cleaners. I was motivated to create a natural option for cleaning windows when I discovered my …

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Poultry Recipes, Recipes

Korean Chicken Wings With Gochujang Sauce

June 8, 2021 by Katie Wells

You may have noticed the appearance of some recipes lately that use a certain type of Korean red pepper flake called gochugaru. I love the warm spice of these little peppers and have enjoyed experimenting with them. I promised some Korean recipes this year, so these Korean chicken wings with gochujang sauce are the latest.  What Are …

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Father Day gift ideas
Natural Home

Top Gift Ideas for Men (for Father’s Day, Birthday, Etc.)

June 8, 2021 by Katie Wells

What do you do for gifts when the man in your life is hard to shop for? I’ve been trying to answer that question for years, as it always seems tougher to find good gift ideas for men than it does for women. My husband is a perfectionist who insists that anything he buys is of the …

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Health

Natural Constipation Remedies for Adults & Kids

June 5, 2021 by Katie Wells

Constipation is never fun to deal with and can often become a major concern if it becomes long-term — especially in our kiddos. However, it is a great indicator of their overall health! There are multiple reasons for constipation in children, some of which may be surprising to you. While it makes sense to think …

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Natural tinted face lotion
Beauty

Natural Tinted Face Lotion Recipe (Like BB Cream)

June 2, 2021 by Katie Wells

If you’ve been reading Wellness Mama for long, you know that I’m not a fan of using chemicals that I can’t pronounce to clean my house or rubbing them on my face, where they can be absorbed in just a few seconds. The logical extension of avoiding harmful chemicals is finding natural options for personal …

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Dessert Recipes, Recipes

Fresh Strawberry Pie (Gluten and Dairy Free)

June 1, 2021 by Katie Wells

When I come across a good deal on strawberries in the summer, I tend to take advantage of it. We have a lot of strawberry lovers in this house so strawberries go fast! Checking a trip to a u-pick farm off our summer bucket list is a great way to have fun and stock up. This …

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