Some couples just seem to glance at each other and end up with a bun in the oven. For everyone else, it's important to grasp the basics of how to get pregnant so you can turn fun-and-tumble sex into successful baby-making with the least amount of stress. How to get pregnant - 6 essentials for couples trying to conceive #1 - Know your cycle When trying to get pregnant (or for natural birth control), timing sex at the right … [Read more...] about Want to Get Pregnant & Have a Healthy Baby?
Party Wave Wednesday 2-20-13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you’re a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time – This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 2-20-13
Chicken Pot Pie Crumble
I have searched high and low for the perfect chicken pot pie recipe. Something comforting, flavorful, and delicious, but without a ton of extra labor - no rolling pins, please! You see, I just don't have the time for fussy food, but I still want my dinner to taste awesome. Finally, inspired by this recipe and this recipe I found on Pinterest, I have come up with my own version of perfection. Enter: chicken pot pie … [Read more...] about Chicken Pot Pie Crumble
Party Wave Wednesday 2-13-13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you’re a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time – This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 2-13-13
3 Surprising Foods To Boost Fertility
I've been loving my friend Kristen's new book, Beautiful Babies. Though nutrient-dense eating is not new to me, I've learned all sorts of fascinating ideas and facts. Here's just one: Did you know that healthy traditional cultures often began preparing six months to one year prior to conception with foods to boost fertility? It's true. A lengthy pre-pregnancy prep time gives your body a fair chance to detox and heal … [Read more...] about 3 Surprising Foods To Boost Fertility
Dark Chocolate Bark with Salted Caramel and Macadamia Nuts
Does your sweetheart have a sweet tooth (like mine does)? This Valentine's day, why not skip the box of overpriced junky candy and make some dark chocolate bark with sensual salted caramel instead? As a general rule, us modern-day humans really don't need added sugar. But if you're anything like me, you're probably going to eat some sweets anyway. So to avoid the white sugar, high fructose corn syrup, nasty preservatives and … [Read more...] about Dark Chocolate Bark with Salted Caramel and Macadamia Nuts
Party Wave Wednesday 02-06-13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you’re a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time – This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 02-06-13
The Best Ever Sprouted Cornbread
I find that some of the best recipes are those that are handed down through the generations, but in this day and age the internet has changed this a bit. You can find an entire spectrum of recipes (from delightfully perfect to completely awful) when you search for something like sprouted cornbread, so it's hard to know which to trust. So I was especially thrilled when I discovered my friend's recipe for sprouted cornbread. … [Read more...] about The Best Ever Sprouted Cornbread
Extended Breastfeeding May Not Be Smart For Older Moms Who Want Another Baby
I sit in my office with a woman before me - a mother to a toddler who is still breastfeeding. She and her husband are trying for baby number two, month after month with no luck. She's only nursing a couple of times per day plus when her little one is sick or hurt or can't sleep. This scenario plays over and over again in my office. With women asking... "Do I need to stop breastfeeding to get pregnant?" The answer is … [Read more...] about Extended Breastfeeding May Not Be Smart For Older Moms Who Want Another Baby
Party Wave Wednesday 01-30-13
Welcome to Party Wave Wednesday! Out on the water, etiquette dictates that the surfers that are in the best position for the wave take the ride (unless you’re a barney or a snake). Every now and again everyone hops on at the same time – This is called a party wave. In this weekly post all of the raddest bloggers come together to share their big wave stories a.k.a. their best posts on fertility, natural health, and nutrition … [Read more...] about Party Wave Wednesday 01-30-13
San Francisco Coffee Shop Bans Soy Milk
Man, do I love San Francisco. If it weren't for the constant fog and chill, this sun-lovin' beach girl would certainly be calling SF my home. One of my favorite things about San Francisco is the coffee. Not only do the natives revere good beans, but lattes and cappuccinos are made to perfection - using organic milk from grass fed cows, perfectly steamed and artfully poured. So when my sister (a local) emailed me a photo … [Read more...] about San Francisco Coffee Shop Bans Soy Milk
How to Make Apple Chips
Let's learn how to make apple chips! Homemade dried fruit is a fun, healthy kids' snack, great in homemade granola or trail mix and a perfect on-the-go snack paired with cheese. I love having homemade snacks and fast food that support mine and my family’s health. It’s a great comfort to see them just waiting around for me to pluck up as I hurry out the door. Planning ahead is the cornerstone of successful nutrient dense … [Read more...] about How to Make Apple Chips