I have always been of the belief that all our bodies could possibly need can be found in food. I have never really been a big vitamin-taker. When my pediatrician wanted me to start giving my daughter iron-fortified vitamin...
I'm honestly not a huge makeup person, but recently I have become a fan of adding and changing my lipstick or gloss. A pop of color on the lips can really change your look, and it's about the most...
I have to admit, that we don't buy baby food. With both of our girls we have decided to just feed our babies what we eat (appropriate to their chewing and swallowing abilities). So, I'm not an expert on...
Let me start off by saying I believe "fed is best" when it comes to any baby, whether that is breast milk or formula. For me, I was blessed to have a great milk supply with both my children,...
I know I might be the minority, but I’m pretty stoked on this whole period thing.
I have two beautiful daughters and it was wonderful to grow them, knowing I was building someone with my body which was actualized when...
The holidays bring all sorts of goodies and food that we don't normally eat. Our family tends to eat pretty clean, however, it started with fudge from a friend, then cinnamon rolls from an aunt and then my mom's famous spinach dip....
Honey has tons of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that make it great for our bodies, inside and out. It has been said that Cleopatra used honey to keep her skin looking beautiful. Many of you know the health benefits...
I find as a mother, or maybe just as a woman, I tend to overanalyze, over plan, over think... I compare myself to others who appear (via their social media updates and pictures) to have lives that are easier, more exciting,...
The Yoga Hangout
Yoga. I'm already rocking the pants on a regular basis, so might as well actually take a class, right? Okay, I have done yoga in the past but it's been a while. It can be tricky to fit...
Ah yes, I can remember when the first Flower Child opened up off of Camelback and 44th St. I remember tasting that first sip of kombucha they have on tap and biting into that amazing piece of grass fed...
Hello fabulous mommas! Welcome to the first Fashion & Beauty Friday of the new North Phoenix Moms Blog!
Recently, Birchbox sent me a bottle of Agave Healing Oil, which is an oil treatment for hair. If you don't know about Birchbox,...
Some bits on breastfeeding:
OH HAPPY DAY ERR MONTH: Happy National Breastfeeding Awareness Month to all our breastfeeding mamas (much love to those who choose not to or can't) it's such a beautiful experience. I myself pumped with my first...
What MOM is going to say no to an organic skincare mask? Relaxing, hydrating, calming, anti-aging. Hello, all the things I want at the end of my day! Here is a quick all natural DIY pumpkin mask with only...
I eat a mostly vegetarian diet. Yes, I am an "almost vegetarian" who occasionally eats meat. For the most part, only seafood makes it into my diet (I love my sushi!). I cook vegetarian meals at home and occasionally splurge...
My baby just started preschool (insert tearful emoji here). He is nearly three and we have been fortune enough to be able to have him home with my husband, me, or an entrusted nanny for all of his life....
Summer is coming quickly! (Yay - for family time, vacations, and relaxation! Ugh - for hot sweatiness!) The thing on my mind lately has been how to get a healthy glow. I like the look of a tan for...
Ellie (3 years old): "Where are we going?"
Me: "I told you - the market."
Ellie: "We passed it already!"
Me: "Oh . . . yeah. We are going to an outdoor market. Uh. . . we are going to...
If you're anything like my family, you love any excuse to party. This week, St. Patrick's Day is that excuse. We're planning Irish Soda Bread, Corned Beef Hash and of course some Guinness! The kids love the festivities too,...
I'll be honest, when I first pondered the idea of placenta encapsulation, I was thoroughly grossed out. I mean, eating your own insides... is that really a thing?!
Since I’m a registered nurse, I was bothered that there wasn’t a...
I'm always looking for great, healthy eateries to add to our family's dining out repertoire. Now dining out and healthy eating don't always go hand in hand but here are two strategies I use as a mom and nutritionist...
We're so lucky in Arizona to have farmer's markets year round but it's in the spring that we can really appreciate them! My favorite is the Uptown Market on Bethany Home Road and Central Avenue. There are plenty all...
As a yoga instructor and someone who is pretty into health and fitness, I feel a bit ashamed to say that I have never included meditation in my wellness routine. The recent studies on the benefits of meditation are...
A couple years back, someone on Facebook asked for ideas for healthy alternatives to an annual ‘popsicle' party at her child's school. The comment storm that ensued was quite crazy...
It is just a popsicle. Back off."
Readers suggesting that...
Every year we try and think of a thoughtful, yet inexpensive gift to get all the people in our lives like teachers, dance instructors, neighbors, and friends. The list is usually long, so we've learned that if we make...
In grade school, all of my friends' birthdays seemed to land in October and November. My birthday is November 5th, so I had to be careful to try and plan my birthday party on a weekend with no other...
Things-To-Do
Arizona Science Center: Trading Happy Hour for Snow Explosions
Ah, the glory days of happy hour—when I could sip cocktails, laugh with friends, and somehow still make it to closing time. Fast forward...
