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As you’re planning ahead for childbirth and bringing home your little baby, it’s wise to also start thinking about your postpartum self-care and physical recovery. That’s why I recommend making a postpartum care kit ahead of your due date. That way, you won’t be scrambling to look for the things you need once you’re home from …
Whether you are planning for a c-section, want to learn more about c-section recovery, or are at home recovering from a c-section as you read this, here are some wise tips from several moms who have gone through it all!
When you’re pregnant, I know that there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of your baby. But while our doctors tell us what to eat during pregnancy (no sushi!) and make sure that we exercise, there’s not enough emphasis on the chemicals we are exposed to during pregnancy. I think that needs …
When it’s time for a big kid bed, it’s important to choose from the best organic toddler mattresses for your child. Avoid common toxins and off-gassing with these top picks for a big kid bed! Looking for the best organic kids mattress? While you might be tempted to opt for the cheapest, most waterproof big …
Wondering how to increase your breast milk supply quickly? If you have low milk supply, I’ve got you covered with some easy things you can do to boost your milk production — FAST. When you’re breastfeeding, it’s normal to wonder if your baby is getting enough milk. Especially in those early days, it can be frustrating …
Padsicles can be very helpful for your postpartum healing. Make a few of these easy witch hazel postpartum pads before your due date, mama!
Calling all parents who want to be hands-free while on-the-go: diaper bag backpacks are a total game-changer.
You may not know this, but gut health is one of the most important aspects of a baby’s life. In fact, gut health impacts everything from our mood to weight and immune system! So what can you do to support gut health in your little ones? Read on for 10 tips that will make a …
Once you start to prepare for your baby’s arrival, you’ll realize that you need a lot of things for your baby! And whether you have a baby shower or not, it’s a good idea to put together a baby registry since there are so many perks. And, friends and family are usually more than excited …
Lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium are heavy metals that are dangerous to human health — especially babies and children! Although small amounts of heavy metal exposure are somewhat inevitable, the effects can add up over time and have health consequences even impacting your child’s brain development. So, it’s extremely important to know how to protect …
If you’re interested in clean eating and farm-to-table production, learning about biodynamic farming should be a priority. If you’ve ever seen a “biodynamic certification” on your produce, I’m sure you’re curious what it means. While it may seem like a new trend, it’s actually a farming method that dates back a hundred years! These farming …
You may have heard of perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) and wondered just how hazardous they are. As a parent, it’s important to understand how PFCs can affect your children’s health and how to limit exposure to these chemicals. Perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) are a class of compounds found all around us. Unfortunately, they’re also toxic, especially for …
Since becoming a parent, you may have become much more aware of the fact that there are a lot of toxic chemicals out there. BPA in bottles, pesticides in baby food, arsenic in rice cereal… Should you need to just keep your kids in a bubble their whole childhood? One of the most dangerous classes …
PVC can be found in everything from baby toys, cups and plates, changing pads, and even teethers. Here is what you need to know. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is more prevalent than you may realize, especially if you don’t regularly read material labels. You might see it in everything from household flooring and water pipes to …
It’s really common not to think twice about furnishing our homes. In today’s world, it’s actually kind of easy to click the buy button and have furniture show up at your doorstep. So, I guess I’m here to tell you to pause, research, and before you make that easy purchase, to truly understand what materials …
When you’re shopping for the best natural products, take a close look at the labels and product descriptions. What you might not realize is how much marketing can trick us all. You’ll run into all kinds of tempting claims: organic, natural, hypoallergenic, non-toxic, etc. The list goes on. So, what’s a parent to believe and …
From vitamin supplements to home furnishings, the California Prop 65 warning seems like it’s posted on just about everything. Find out about what this warning means and how you can make informed, safe choices for your family. You’ve probably seen the label. “Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause …
Baby showers are a traditional gathering and celebration for the pending arrival of a baby, but not everyone wants to have a shower. Whether due to costs or other circumstances, there are still ways to share your baby registry and receive a few baby goods to help you prepare. While many new moms still opt …
Taking a high-quality prenatal vitamin is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. In fact, choosing a prenatal vitamin is usually the first of many important decisions you’ll make for the health of your baby! But there are so many prenatal vitamins to choose from …
My mama bear instincts majorly kicked in once my first child was born. All of a sudden I was responsible for this tiny little baby, and it made me want to keep an eye on him 24/7. Of course, that’s not possible – though I probably tried! I couldn’t keep staring at him at all …
Does your child seem bored even though you have a playroom full of incredible toys? Despite having more toys, kids find themselves bored, which encourages bad behavior. That’s where toy rotation saves the day. I can’t tell you how often I hear friends say that their child has so many toys but never plays with …
Finding the right baby shower gift for the natural mama in your life can be a bit challenging, but knowing what to look for and what to avoid are key factors to the beginning of your search. Here are my top recommendations for useful and safe products for the new mom-to-be! Let’s first start by …
No matter what we write in our birth plan, sometimes, birth doesn’t go as planned. And that can result in having a c-section. I know that c-sections get a bad reputation, but we have to remember to be thankful that c-sections can and do save lives every year when administered with necessity or out of …
Babies and toddlers to explore the outdoors and all it has to offer. Getting your little one out in nature provides countless benefits, from getting fresh air in their lungs to letting them explore the outdoor world. Take this opportunity to teach them in a unique way, and follow our suggestions below. 1. Have a …
