Tips for Surviving Prodromal Labor
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During every one of my pregnancies I’ve learned many new words and terms that I didn’t even know existed before we started having children… Words like placenta previa, nuchal cord,…
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The Wellness Mama blog provides simple answers for healthier families through research, tutorials, recipes, humor, and living life with lots of kids!
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Sweet & Salty Chocolate-Covered Bacon
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Chocolate and bacon are two foods that most of us typically eat at completely different times of day. I had never thought of combining them until a reader mentioned eating…
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DIY Potting Soil Mix for Indoor and Container Plants
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For years, I thought I was terrible at keeping indoor plants alive. Forget a green thumb, my thumb apparently was great at killing plants and not so great at keeping…
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How to Create a DIY Indoor Plant Wall (& Why)
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I’ve already confessed my weird hobby of taking on remodeling projects whenever my husband leaves town. Today, I’m sharing another one of my (somewhat strange) infatuations: my plant wall. Or…
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Broccoli Quiche With Bacon (Dairy Optional)
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I’ll admit, I use a lot of eggs in my recipes! I use them in my healthy butter pecan ice cream, sous vide egg bites, and even stuffed acorn squash boats. When they’re…
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Making The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Work for Real Moms
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As a homeschooling mom and small business owner, I know what it’s like to be busy. You probably do too. Between kids’ events and activities, work, and keeping up with…
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Is a Plant-Based Diet Good for All of Us?
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Over the last few years, I’ve felt an increasing unrest at something I’ve observed in real food communities and groups…. Mainly the idea that there is one specific diet that…
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The Ultimate Guide to Meal Planning (for Families)
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Meal planning makes a big difference when it comes to sticking to a dietary change. It’s easy to cook a quick convenience food or head to a restaurant when everyone…
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How to Make Natural Drawer Fresheners
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Homemade air freshener is great, but sometimes it’s my clothes that need freshening. Homemade drawer fresheners aren’t a new idea (I’m pretty sure my grandmother had some), but they are a…
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Natural Ways to Improve Libido & Sex Drive in Women
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Whether it’s a recent pregnancy, new job stress, or an underlying health issue, many women complain about a lack of sex drive at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, many don’t…
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How to Build Sliding Barn Doors With Simple Hardware
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I’m a big fan of DIY projects. Heck, I make my own deodorant. That’s why when we needed a door for our office but the opening was a weird size…
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Coconut Curry Chicken (Quick Instant Pot Recipe)
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Coconut chicken curry is simply chicken in a delicious sauce of tomatoes, garlic, curry powder, and coconut milk. It’s a healthy, one-pot meal that tastes great and everyone in the…
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My Natural Travel Packing List (and Tips)
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I’m traveling so much these days (often by myself, imagine that!) that I’ve created a system to make sure I always have what I need when I’m away from home.…
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How to Recognize Signs of Frostbite (& Tips to Protect Kids)
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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.…
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Keratosis Pilaris Exfoliating Cream (DIY Recipe)
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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…
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Easy Miso Soup Recipe (With Veggies)
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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…
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The $15 Fix to Reduce WiFi Exposure by Half
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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…
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10 Creative Ways to Keep Toddlers Busy
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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…
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DIY Herbal Hair Rinse for Shiny and Strong Hair
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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…
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Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe
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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…
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Ways to Activate the Lymphatic System to Boost Immunity
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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…
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Reasons to Stop Eating at Night
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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…
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Natural Homemade Air Freshener Recipes
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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…
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Healthy Chipotle-Style Burrito Bowl
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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…