As a busy mom of 4, I am always looking for simple recipes for mealtimes. I love feeding my family healthy meals with clean ingredients. This easy paleo one-pot Mexican meal is perfect for any night of the week. I am writing this post on May 6, talk about a day late and a dollar short. I guess all the Cinco de Mayo festivities got me thinking Mexican food! My family loves a good taco dish, and this one has become one of our favorites. I love that I can whip … [Read more...]
How to Keep Produce Fresh Longer
After sharing my grocery haul video and mentioning that I only grocery shop once a month, with a few exceptions, I had a flood of questions about how I keep produce fresh. Keep reading for my top 8 tips! Buying groceries for the month makes it easy for me to come up with meals and saves me lots of trips to the grocery store. I love having fresh produce as much as the next guy, and I have found ways to make it last longer so we can. With a few simple tips, most of which seem … [Read more...]
Homemade Powder Laundry Soap
Making your own laundry soap is a great way to save money and make the switch to natural products. This homemade powder laundry soap only requires 3 ingredients, and it works great! When I first started my blog, my homemade laundry soap was one of the first things I shared. I have been using that exact recipe for over 7 years, and I love that I can make 5 gallons for less than $2. Talk about a money saver! After multiple requests, I now have a homemade powder laundry soap … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Get Picky Kids to Eat Healthy
Do you struggle to get your child to eat healthy, try new things, or even eat at all? Keep reading for 10 tips to get picky kids to eat healthy and to make your mealtimes easier. I am by no means an expert at parenting. In fact, most of the time, I feel very inadequate. After being a mom for 6 years, there is one thing I figured out for sure: BEING A MOM IS HARD! They throw me for a curve almost daily; as soon as I think I figured something out, it changes. I … [Read more...]
Homemade Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Check out these easy DIY ideas to make your mother a homemade gift this year for Mother's Day. practical gift ideas for mom! Coming up with a gift for the mama's in your life can be hard. I like to go the practical route with a big emphasis on relaxing. All mamas can use a little R&R, trust me! I am going to share eight homemade products that your mom will love to receive this Mother's Day. These gifts are simple to make and will be loved by grandma too. Plan a … [Read more...]
How to Eat Organically on a Budget
A lot of people don't start eating healthy, especially organically, because of the cost. Or because they don't know where to start or if it even matters. I am going to show you how to eat organically on a budget and why you want to! Before I got married and started dipping my toe into the health food world, I never read labels. Nor did I buy anything healthy, let alone organic. When I first started eating "healthy," I went through a lot of phases. A phase of thinking … [Read more...]
My Natural Daily Skin Care Routine | Yarrow Pom Essential Oil
Learn natural remedies for a healthy skin tone, natural glow and to protect against anti-aging. I am a low-maintenance gal, and up until this past year, I wouldn't really have a skincare routine to share. However, I am in my 30's now and decided it was probably about time to stop skipping over all the things that say "anti-aging." As you all know, I love to make my own products and pretty much make everything in my house. I have made my own face wash, moisturizers, deodorant, and even … [Read more...]
6 Practical Ways to Reuse Empty Essential Oil Bottles
Do you save your empty essential oil bottles or throw them away? I am going to show you practical ways to reuse empty essential oil bottles. Follow along for simple gift ideas, easy DIY projects, and ways to ensure you get every last drop of essential oil. I am not much of a saver of anything. I hate clutter, and if I can't find a spot to put it, then it will most likely end up in the trash or goodwill pile. My house isn't very big, so we don't have room for things that aren't … [Read more...]
Large Family Grocery Haul |One Month of Healthy Meals
Come along to see what I buy at the grocery store for our large family grocery haul. Can I really make one month of healthy meals after one trip to the grocery store? See what we buy for our paleo meal plan. WHAT KIND OF THINGS DO I BUY AT THE GROCERY STORE? I like to buy most of my groceries from local farmers or grow them myself in my backyard. During the winter and early spring (It is almost planting time!), I have to buy a lot more at the store. PRODUCE The … [Read more...]
Paleo + Whole 30 Broccoli and Beef Chinese Stir Fry
This broccoli and beef Chinese stir fry is so simple it can be enjoyed on any night of the week. With this delicious recipe, you can still enjoy Chinese cuisine without breaking clean eating habits. It is whole 30 and paleo-approved, gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. I love making a stir fry for lunch or dinner! I can pack them full of vegetables and make them in one dish, two must-have requirements for this busy mama! They are easy to make, and I can whip them up … [Read more...]
10 Ideas for a Healthier Easter Basket
Top 10 ideas for a healthier Easter Basket and fun things to fill your Easter eggs with this year. Healthy treats and prizes that all kids will love! I hate how most holidays are centered around unhealthy food, especially for kids. Somehow sugary, dye-filled candies have become the center of everything. With a little creativity and wholesome ingredients, your kids can still enjoy all the holidays. My mom always went all out on every holiday. She handmade our Halloween … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
Learn how to make a healthy breakfast sweet potato casserole that will have everyone asking for more. This dish is perfect for the holidays and can be made the night before, so you aren't spending the holiday in the kitchen. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Get my full disclosure HERE. Easter is such a joyous holiday celebrating the miracle of Jesus' resurrection! However, like most holidays, it can be stressful. All … [Read more...]
Essential Oil Roller Bottle for Healthy Finger Nails
Learn how to make an essential oil roller bottle for healthy fingernails. Best essential oils for cuticles and strengthening fingernails. My hands look more like a man who does manual labor than a women's hands. As a blogger, I spend lots of time typing, but as a mother (of 3 boys!), I also spend a lot of time in the dirt. I garden, do dishes, cook, and clean. All these things can be brutal on the ol' fingernails. Having pretty nails is something I dream about, … [Read more...]
How to Make Healthy Suckers
These suckers are perfect for Easter or any occasion! Dye-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free suckers for kids. My kids and I had recently come up with a healthy popsicle recipe. Now with Easter just around the corner, we have been busy in the kitchen trying to perfect a healthy sucker recipe. We tried several different variations of natural sugars, liquid, and cook time. Finally, we got one that looked like a lollipop, and the kids totally approved! Because … [Read more...]
Healthy Sugar Free Jello for Easter
This healthy sugar-free jello is perfect for Easter. It is paleo-approved, dye-free, and your kids won't even notice the difference. It is no secret that we do things a little bit differently over here, but that doesn't mean my kids are deprived. In fact, I try to let them have all the same things other kids have, just a different version. Feeding my children a healthy diet is very important to me, but I still love to spoil them and give them lots of treats. Making … [Read more...]
Simple 2 Ingredient Sauerkraut Recipe
Learn how to make delicious fermented vegetables with this simple 2 ingredient sauerkraut recipe. Incorporating sauerkraut into your daily routine can promote healthy gut flora and overall wellness. We love sauerkraut over here, but that wasn't always the case. I feel like sauerkraut is one of those foods that is a required taste; at least it was for my family. A few years ago, my oldest son was admitted to the hospital for RSV and double pneumonia. He was really … [Read more...]
Benefits and Uses for Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is one of the most well-known and used of any essential oil. Follow along to learn the top 10 benefits and uses for lemon essential oil. As I write this post, I have lemon essential oil going in my diffuser near my desk. The aroma immediately makes me feel uplifted, energized and makes my house smell clean no matter the condition it is in. Somedays, I get fancy with my diffuser blends, while on other days, it is a simple few drops of lemon. There … [Read more...]
DIY 5 Essential Oil Room Sprays for Spring
Learn how to make 5 essential oil room sprays for springtime. With a couple of simple ingredients, you will have a fresh, clean-smelling house without any toxins. I love making room sprays for the seasons, and I especially love when these said room sprays are loaded with health benefits. Now that is a win, win! I have shared a few room sprays on the blog already, and today I am excited to share a few springtime scents you may enjoy. Ready to get toxins out of your home? … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Toast | Healthy Snacks
This simple sweet potato toast recipe makes a delicious breakfast or snack. It is healthy, gluten-free, and will have everyone asking for more. Ok, yes, this sweet potato "toast" isn't toast at all; ya caught me! But I will say it is the next best thing, especially if you are gluten-free. It is much healthier than regular toast, and it is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet. If you are anything like me, you are always looking for more healthy and EASY snacks for … [Read more...]
Simple Bath Bomb Recipe
Don't let bath bomb making scare you like it did me for so long! With this simple bath bomb recipe, you will learn how to make bath bombs and be relaxing in the tub before the day is up. I have seen bath bombs at Bath and Body Works, farmer markets, and even booths at the fair, and I even bought a few. I love a nice relaxing bath with a bath bomb, and my kids even love them more. They get really excited to watch them fizz and take turns holding it in their hands to feel the … [Read more...]
