Category Archives: Recipes

Homemade Postpartum Pads for Soothing and Healing

April 12, 2013~25 Comments ~ 736 Views
homemade postpartum pads
One of my favorite things after Olivia was born (well, besides baby herself) was the homemade postpartum pads that I made and froze. Olivia came out with only a couple of gentle pushes, so I didn’t tear, but I was still a little sore. I mean it’s expected when pushing a big head out of a small opening. The combination of the herbs and coolness of these pads really, really felt great. These homemade postpartum … Read more »

Promote Organic Farming Petition + Healthy Fruit and Vegetable Recipes

April 9, 2013~6 Comments ~ 87 Views
promote organic farming
I’m lucky that most of my kids enjoy eating healthy fruits and veggies.  I don’t have to hide it to get them to eat it, which makes it so much easier. We love fresh produce and buy lots of it each week.  In fact, we have gradually transitioned from eating chips and cookies to eating fruits, veggies and whole grains as snacks.  (See some of our favorite recipes below) Sadly, this has caused a slight … Read more »

Homemade Labor Massage Oil – Lavender – Clary Sage

March 19, 2013~9 Comments ~ 751 Views
labor massage oil
Next on my list of things to pack in the hospital bag is homemade labor massage oil.  I’ve been looking at some different essential oils that might do well to help during labor and decided to use lavender and clary sage. Why? Lavender - Lavender is a very versatile essential oil you can use all throughout your labor to promote relaxation and help relieve pain. You can even use it to help heal any bruising your baby may … Read more »

Breastfeeding Boobie Balm – Homemade Nipple Cream Recipe

March 6, 2013~16 Comments ~ 2,267 Views
homemade nipple cream
I have been having so much fun making my own homemade products that I can pack in my diaper bag for the hospital. Of course I’ll be taking my homemade probiotic deodorant to put to the test.  I also want to make a labor belly massage oil, homemade baby butt balm, and a few other things.  I only have a few weeks left so hopefully I can get it all done before I need it. Yesterday … Read more »

Homemade Probiotic Deodorant – Vanilla Scent

February 26, 2013~24 Comments ~ 10,750 Views
homemade probiotic deodorant
My latest venture has been to experiment with homemade probiotic deodorant.  I found a recipe on pinterest and was, of course, interested in why I would want to make my own deodorant and include probiotics in it. Stinky Pits – Why Do Pits Stink? Our pits smell, not because of sweat, but because of the bad bacteria that likes to collect in the dark area under our arms.  I have read a few articles that say adding … Read more »

Homemade Honey Wheat Thins Crackers

February 18, 2013~6 Comments ~ 3,920 Views
honey wheat thins crackers
I’ve been on a homemade cooking kick lately.  Probably because I’ve read more and more about some of the horrible things that are put into our processed foods.  I picked up a box of wheat thins and couldn’t pronounce half of the ingredients on the list. So, I decided to try making my own. I took bits and pieces from different recipes I found online and came up with these. I think they are delicious. … Read more »

Who to Follow for Healthy Recipes

February 11, 2013~4 Comments ~ 108 Views
healthy recipes
Since I have been on a healthy eating kick lately, I have been (over)using all of my social media outlets to find new recipes to try that are on the healthier side.  Below is a list of some of my favorite healthy recipes to follow on Facebook Pages, Pinterest and StumbleUpon. Favorite Healthy Eating Facebook Pages Simply Clean Cuisine – Recipes, tips and information on eating (and living) healthy.  Helpful when learning to know what’s … Read more »

The Benefits of Eating Paleo While Pregnant

February 5, 2013~1 Comment ~ 471 Views
pregnant woman
You may notice a few more paleo recipes around here in the coming weeks.  At the beginning of January, I knew I wanted to do something.  I wanted to change my eating habits.  I started by trying to eat more ‘clean’.  I cut out processed foods and added sugars. This seemed to really help the way I felt. But I kept reading.  And the more I read, the more I knew I needed to do … Read more »

Paleo Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups (Primal)

January 28, 2013~8 Comments ~ 3,813 Views
primal chocolate peanut butter cups
If I have to put a label on it, I guess you could say I have been eating a primal diet since the beginning of January. I’m actually working on a post that shows information and resources of eating paleo or primal while pregnant.  I know I have felt great since I started, except for the occassional time I eat something my body doesn’t like.  It’s a learning process. I chose primal because my body tolerates … Read more »

Healthy Kids Snack – Honey Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas

January 10, 2013~3 Comments ~ 4,779 Views
roasted chickpeas
I’ve been trying to eat a bit more healthy recently and have been reading up on what to avoid and what to add when it comes to food. I’m doing this mostly for me, but I’m also trying to include some healthier options for my family as well. (Which may include sneaking things in where I can.) After looking through some chickpea recipes, I decided to adapt and make my own healthier version of Honey … Read more »