Alfalfa Benefits & Uses for Improved Health
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I use herbal remedies for many things on a daily basis. From homemade lotions, to infused oils and salves, to herbal teas and veggie smoothies, we use a lot of different herbs…
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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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Homemade Pho With Zoodles (Instant Pot Option)
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I’m no expert in Vietnamese food, but I am a big fan. In fact, trying dishes from other cultures is something we love to do to get more variety in our…
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Natural Remedies for Bronchitis
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You probably already know that there are many natural remedies for colds and flu. One hundred years ago, families wouldn’t have made the trek to the doctor for something so…
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Real-Food Lactation Cookies (Gluten Free)
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Pregnancy, labor, birth, and then breastfeeding… all of these things put high physical strain and demand for nutrients on a mom’s body. It’s so important to take time to nourish…
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Ten Reasons to Avoid Soda (& How to Kick the Habit)
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The average American drinks approximately 38 GALLONS of soda each year. Some people even admit to drinking more soda than water each day, or no water at all. Soft drinks are…
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Do We Really Need Air Filters? (+ Reviews)
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There is some debate as to whether air filters are really necessary for a healthy home. True, you can do a lot for your indoor air with a few well-chosen…
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Classic Chicken and Rice Recipe (Instant Pot)
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Chicken and rice casserole is as American as hot dogs and burgers. We all grew up eating it but know better now! While a hearty piping-hot casserole may be delicious…
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Cloth Diapers 101: How to Get Started
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The decision to cloth diaper is easy for some. But if you are like me, there are a million questions that need to be answered first! Cloth diapering today is…
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Marshmallow Licorice Sore Throat Tea Recipe
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One thing I can’t stand? A sore throat! It’s truly miserable, especially for kids. I keep the ingredients on hand to make this herbal sore throat spray when sickness hits,…
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How to Make an Indoor Kitchen Herb Garden
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I use lots of herbs and spices in my house, both for flavor and for the health benefits. Some are culinary and others are used for tinctures, salves, skin, and…
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Overprotected Childhood: How Keeping Kids Safe is Actually Harming Them
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Utah recently passed legislation to “legalize the 80s” and let kids play outside again without fear of CPS being called on the parents. The new law essentially defined the difference…
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How Minimalism With a Family is Possible (& Life Changing!)
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I think I’ve finally arrived at the point in life where I can say … we are minimalists. (And yes, a minimalist family of eight that homeschools.) What does this…
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Baby Products You Actually Need (& What You Can Live Without)
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I remember being pregnant with my first baby and going to the store to register for baby products. I was like a kid in a candy store, convinced that I…
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One-Pan Baked Salmon Asparagus Recipe
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With a large family to feed and not much time on my hands, I’m a big fan of one-pan meals. (In fact, I based my whole cookbook on the concept.)…
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Red Raspberry Leaf Uses & Benefits (For Pregnancy & More)
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Raspberry leaf is probably my favorite herb and definitely the one I consume the most because of its amazing nutrient profile. I even use it in my homemade multivitamin tincture. While…
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Ascorbic Acid: Vitamin C Benefits, Sources & Cautions
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Vitamin C has a rich and surprisingly controversial history. On the one hand, science is clear that the body needs it, but the type, dose, and frequency are all up…
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Natural Ways to Get Rid of Blackheads
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There are plenty of underlying causes (and treatments) for acne, but when it comes to blackheads, they’re more of a cosmetic nuisance than a deep health problem. Still, blackheads are…
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What Our Poop Reveals About Digestive & Gut Health
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All living things eat, so Everyone Poops. – Everyone Poops by Taro Gomi Who hasn’t read that literary masterpiece to their kids at some point along the way? As parents,…
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How to Use Fertility Monitors to Space or Avoid Pregnancy
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As many of you know, I’ve had six children in nine years. I’m certainly open to having more children in the future, but I feel like my body would benefit…
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DIY Outdoor Burlap Wreath (For Any Season)
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A decor diva I am not, but decorating for seasons and holidays with kids is definitely a lot of fun. When I found myself admiring the cute front door wreaths…
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How to Make Natural Slime (No Borax or Glue)
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I’ve tried my best to resist the slime craze in our house … but the day has finally come. (Cue sinister music.) Seriously, messy projects don’t bother me (we homeschool…
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How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs (Keto Friendly)
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Everyone lately is talking about the benefits of a ketogenic diet and how research shows it can reduce inflammation, increase energy levels, speed up weight loss, and improve focus and…
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Healthy Thai Chicken Curry (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)
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The cost of taking a family of eight out to eat means I’ve pretty much made my peace with cooking at home, other than the occasional date night out. I’ve…
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Guide to Healthy Baby Food
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Healthy baby food is a topic I feel very strongly about and will definitely step onto the soapbox for! Like many aspects of life, convenience doesn’t equal quality (although I…