Yarrow Herb Profile
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Yarrow is an herb that I always keep on hand, especially with kids. It is part of my Sweet Dreams Sleep Tincture and I often add it to teas or preparations.…
Katie Wells
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Slow Cooker Freezer Recipes Cookbook Review
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I’m a big fan of slow-cooker meals, especially in the fall and winter. I think it’s a great way for those new to a real food diet to feel less…
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Black Walnut Hull Herb Profile
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Black Walnut Hull or Juglans Nigra is, just as it sounds, the hull of the black walnut tree. The Black Walnut tree grows in the eastern US and parts of…
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Immune-Boosting Benefits of Elderberry (& How I Use It)
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I’ve written before about using elderberries to help beat the seasonal flu. In our house, we are always trying to find ways to support the immune system so we can…
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4 Hour Chef Review: How to Cook Like A Pro & Learn Anything
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I recently had the opportunity to interview New York Times Best Selling Author Tim Ferriss about the release of his new book: The 4-Hour Chef: The Simple Path to Cooking Like…
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Grain Free Pumpkin Pancakes
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Note from Katie: This recipe is a guest post from Lauren Geertsen of Empowered Sustenance. The Omnipresent Pumpkin The crisp, clean fall breeze means reacquainting ourselves with cozy sweaters, mugs…
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Natural Birth Options and Tips
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As I prepare to assist at the births of several of my doula clients, I thought it was fitting to write a post about tips and strategies for a natural…
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Paleo Slow Cooking Review
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I recently got a review copy of the book Paleo Slow Cooking by Chrissy Gower and I”ve thoroughly enjoyed reading through it. Just as the title suggests, this 200+ page…
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T-Tapp Workout Video Review
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I’ve been experimenting a lot lately with at-home workout options since it can be difficult to make time to get away to a gym with five kids. I recently tried…
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Top 10 Pregnancy Books
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Natural birth is an amazing, life-changing experience that is hard to put into words, but it takes preparation and knowledge. From experience, I know that fear and tension can make…
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Arnica Herb Profile
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Arnica is well known for its ability to help with bruises, sprains, strains, etc and can remove shock and speed healing. It can be put on areas of trauma after…
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Healthy Options for Pregnancy & Prenatal Care
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I’ve gotten several questions lately about the various tests and procedures that come with pregnancy and birth and what I choose. These are topics that I researched extensively when I…
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Greek Meatloaf Recipe
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This Greek inspired meatloaf reminds me of the Gyro meat I often ate during my time in Europe. It uses flavors such as lemon, fennel, and mint to make a…
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Gut and Psychology Syndrome Book Review
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I’ve read the book “Gut and Psychology Syndrome” by Dr. Campbell-McBride several times, but recently re-read it and wanted to offer an in depth review. You might have seen blogs…
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Is Circumcision Just A Medical Procedure?
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Disclaimer: This is a post on a very personal and controversial topic. I have gotten several questions about it lately and while I’ve been avoiding the topic due to its…
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Coconut Cream Recipe
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If your kids are like mine, they get hungry often, especially during a growth spurt. Since most snack foods are sugar laden or chemical laced, snacks can be one of…
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Paleo Indulgences Cookbook Review
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There have been a lot of real food cookbooks released lately, and for any and all things that are baked, Paleo Indulgences tops my list. I’ve tried eight of the…
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7 Inspirational Quotes I Love
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I normally post about health, natural living, recipes, and other related topics, but today I wanted to share these picture quotes that I created for my kids rooms when we moved…
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Naturally Knocked Up Book Review
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I get a lot of emails asking natural fertility questions, and I recently had the chance to read and review this book: Naturally Knocked Up, which is a great resource…
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10-Minute Garlic Butter Calamari Recipe (Stir-Fry!)
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On one of our first dates, my husband ordered fried calamari at a restaurant. I was definitely unsure about it, but finally worked up the courage to try it ……
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How to Make Bone Broth (Recipe, with Instant Pot Option)
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If you aren’t already making bone broth regularly, I’d encourage you to start today! It is an incredibly healthy and very inexpensive addition to any diet, and the homemade versions…
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Everyday Paleo Family Cookbook Review
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If you haven’t already heard the buzz, Sarah Fragoso from Everyday Paleo recently released her new Everyday Paleo Family Cookbook! Sarah’s blog is a wealth of information and delicious recipes and…
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7 Ingredients – 20+ DIY Natural Beauty Recipes
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Cosmetics and beauty products are a major source of chemical exposure for most people. An average beauty product contains dozens of harmful chemicals, many of which have not even been…
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How To Raise A Healthy Child Book Review
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Several friends recommended How to Raise a Healthy Child in Spite of Your Doctor and I finally got a chance to read it. Though it was written in the 1970s, much of…