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    Health & Wellness,  Kids

    Advocating for the Birth you Want and Deserve

    March 10, 2023 / No Comments

    Advocating for the Birth You Want and Deserve There is much to be said about having a voice.  Regardless of what subject we’re talking about, having a say in the matter (when it concerns you and/or those you love) is paramount for many reasons.  Feeling out of control, muffled or silenced leads to unnecessary anxiety, stress, worry and other complications that can only compound and make matters worse.  Regarding pregnancy and birth, one of the most sacred topics that exists, we must have the boldness and confidence to advocate for ourselves, our baby(s) and others who may not have that level of courage yet. Over the years, pregnancy, birth and…

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    What is Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)?

    February 26, 2023 / No Comments

    Origins MSG is nothing new, in fact, the Japanese professor Ikeda discovered the amino acid Glutamate in the early 20th century while eating soup. He began studying kelp, which was in the soup’s broth to figure out why the broth was so tasty and appealing. He soon realized that kelp, along with many other foods, contains naturally occurring glutamate (L-glutamic acid), and, by combining it with sodium, MSG was created. In 1909, Professor Ikeda filed a patent to produce MSG commercially, and thus began it’s shady journey to popularity in our food supply chain to this day. What is it? MSG is odorless and tasteless alone, but when added to…

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    Keep it Simple | Part 1 – Is it Possible to Eat Healthy on a Budget?

    January 28, 2023 / No Comments

    Alright so, maybe you’ve decided enough is enough.  It’s time to take healthy eating seriously, but where to start?  With skyrocketing food prices and huge demands on your time as a busy mom – where do you begin that won’t lead you down numerous – and endless – rabbit holes?  Is it actually possible to eat healthy on a budget? Don’t worry, I gotchu. See, I was there, off and on, for a good decade of our lives.  I wanted us to eat better, and tried quite a few “fad” diets out there, but nothing felt right and nothing really stuck.  It felt like things had to be one way…

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    January 26, 2023 / No Comments

    Essential Oils are all the rage right now it seems, and while they’re not new by any means they are trendy, which makes us all want to hop on the bandwagon.  If you’re like me, you probably look for the best deal out there when you shop – and understandably so, the current economy makes it difficult enough to make ends meet, add in the rising cost of groceries, gas & other necessities and you’re likely searching couch cushions for change by the end of the month.  While there are some great ways to save money and even bring in money while staying home with your kiddos, you still want…

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    It wasn’t too long after I had my daughter (just over a decade ago – yikes!) that I could have been mistaken for Dolly Parton – chest down, at least (kidding!).  The early days of postpartum are a blur, and especially for new moms, there are so many questions, physical –and mental/– changes and issues that can arise without proper preparation and knowledge. That said, don’t let it scare or deter you, just be prepared for it!  Talk to other moms who have “been there”, do a bit of research (casual reading of trusted and concise material) & try not to freak out – thus going into panic mode or…

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    Overcoming Unhealthy Mentalities

    January 16, 2020 / No Comments

    Paradigm Change Over the past few years, I’ve come to the conclusion (slowly) that when it comes to my diet choices I change my mind like my 7 year old daughter changes outfits. I can be swayed as easily as a boat in a hurricane from a simple Netflix documentary, a convincing Pinterest graphic or the latest diet fad synopsis from a friend. All of this, in an effort to seek health, has left me feeling anything but healthy. This quest has filled my mind with opposing thoughts threatening sure disaster “if I eat…” or “if I don’t do…” – it’s madness I tell you, madness! I certainly fit the…

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    My Toddler’s Cavities | our Silver Diamine Fluoride and Surgery experience

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    May 28, 2018 Cavities.  There is so much conflicting information out there about what causes them, what prevents them, how to treat them and even if they can be stopped or reversed.  I’m going to share my son’s journey, including his experience with Silver Diamine Fluoride treatment. Hopefully this can help or comfort someone going through the same thing. How it began Both of my younger children have had very bad dental caries in their baby teeth.  Robert, my youngest, had his first tooth break through around 7 months old.  At the time, he was still nursing (he nursed until 2 years 11 months old) and was not on many…

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Sleepy but…. HERE. WE. GOOOOOO!!! 😍😍😍 Sleepy but…. HERE.  WE.  GOOOOOO!!! 😍😍😍😍😍 #upw #upw2023 Tony Robbins
So I just realized something that I feel like shou So I just realized something that I feel like should have been obvious to me sooner considering how much I bake lol.

My oven runs hot most of the time,which I sorta knew. But, while our cookies have always turned out delicious and fairly uniform as long as I mix them completely and time them correctly … babysitting them and adjusting the oven temperature and even cracking open the oven door during the last few minutes if it “feels right” makes a huge difference in their appearance, uniformity and texture!  Check out more photos in the comments . 

The other thing to consider is some like them crispy some like them soft. The great thing about these cookies is they have that initial crisp but they’re chewy and amazing inside.  I’m staying away from processed sugar but I did have one yesterday I won’t lie. Lol.
Hot fresh cookie whenever you want one (or three? Hot fresh cookie whenever you want one (or three? 😉) 🍪 ❄️ 

•••• Frozen Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls, ready to bake! ••••

$12 per dozen only

Comes flash frozen (so they don’t stick together) in sealed freezer bag with full baking instructions included.

Proceeds for this sale goes towards Gianna and Robert’s BGMC Missions fundraiser for our church ❤️. Thank you so much for your support.
Literally. Every. Thing. The rabbit hole is a bo Literally.  Every. Thing.  The rabbit hole is a bottomless pit at this point
Gianna and Robert are doing a fundraiser for our c Gianna and Robert are doing a fundraiser for our churches Missionary program, BGMC.  She had the idea to sell baked goods & lemonade.  We are ironing out a location now to set up a stand, any leads are welcome…

If anyone is interested in supporting their venture, we will take preorders now.

Irish Potatoes
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5 dozen - $30
1 dozen $7
Half dozen $4

Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies
🍪 🍪 
$1.50 each
$8 half dozen
$12 dozen

Gluten Free Brownie Crackle Cookies 
🍫 👁️🫦👁️
$6 half dozen
$10 a dozen

Also taking custom orders, we make all sorts of stuff, so reach out if you have a custom request and we’ll get back to you with a price.
Ok so I haven’t had sugar in months but this was Ok so I haven’t had sugar in months but this was literally the best coffee of my life! Soooo good. if you’re in or near swedesboro it’s worth stopping! They also have sooo many other things!!! Def making this a regular stop when yard sale season comes around!!!
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Lol Levi has quite the little mullet going on, so Lol Levi has quite the little mullet going on, so I decided to braid it last night 🥰
What do you do when you have no marshmallows for y What do you do when you have no marshmallows for your sweet potato boats?! Make homemade fluff of course (cause homemade marshmallow take longer to set)
Thankful throwback (Oct 2021) So grateful for our Thankful throwback (Oct 2021)

So grateful for our freedom to homeschool, co-op field trips and get togethers making lifelong friends, getting to explore new places & learn outside of the box 🙏
Way to make an entrance. It’s sure cold enough. Way to make an entrance.  It’s sure cold enough.  Can we at least get some prettt ❄️ snow to look at?
🤣 🤣
Do they teach this in institutionalized schools? Do they teach this in institutionalized schools?

This is what “Career Day” (actually it’s just a normal day lol) in our home “school” looks like.

Homeschool is so much more than just school.  Darned if it took me about 10 years to learn it. (And I’m still learning it)
Ok Facebook, talk to me about homemade popcorn. I Ok Facebook, talk to me about homemade popcorn.

It’s one of the few nemesis I have left in the kitchen.  I’ve tried several methods, several different air popper machines (soggy and chewy) on the stove (Dutch oven, cast iron, stainless steel, lid)… in the oven (hard fail), etc and it’s always soggy or chewy?? Gross.  Someone help me master amazing homemade popcorn that I can add kerrygold butter and pink salt to so we can enjoy organic homemade popcorn!!! 🤩
This is how you nap when it’s your 2nd birthday This is how you nap when it’s your 2nd birthday and you know you’re about to have some CAKE later!!! We try to limit sweets butttttt on birthdays ya know…. 😜. Although, I do make the cakes slightly healthier these days 🙏

Happy birthday my little bean. How in the world did 2 years fly like that????….
Did you know that 🌎 worldwide 🌎 , 3 of 5 peo Did you know that 🌎 worldwide 🌎 , 3 of 5 people die due to chronic inflammatory diseases like stroke, chronic respiratory diseases, heart disorders, cancer, obesity, and diabetes. 3 out of 5 people. 

(Citation: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493173/)

It’s a silent killer, you really don’t even know it until it’s too late.  There’s even a theory that High Cholesterol numbers aren’t even something to worry about IF you don’t have a ton of inflammation in your body (cause that’s what makes it bad!). 

I'm not saying this to be a bummer, but it's real, and we can't ignore it.

That’s EXACTLY what we’re going to help you decrease in your body with the 11 Day Jumpstart.

It was never just about losing weight, it’s about decreasing inflammation, so you can LIVE.

(Weight loss just happens as well 🙂 )

My #1 thing I’m excited about doing is cutting out processed sugar…. I did it last year around this time, and I went strong for about 6 months, but then slowly I made “exceptions” here and there - and probably will be chowing down on some terrible stuff on Christmas if I’m being honest 🤣

Shoot me a message if you want to jump in on the Jumpstart. It’s totally free, you just need to grab the vitamins and minerals you’ll need. No biggie.

This is what I'm choosing to live for (and all my kids of course!) 👇
(how stinking cute is he???)
I think my son speaks for us all when he stares at I think my son speaks for us all when he stares at chocolate this way. 

#chocolate #food #baby #love #delicious #foodie #eatmoredessert #dovechocolate
Sorry Levi.… 🤣 Sorry Levi.… 🤣
Get your Christmas shopping done ☑️ in one pla Get your Christmas shopping done ☑️ in one place.  Ordering online or going to Walmart and filling up our carts and checking off all the boxes is satisfying but there’s nothing like small/local gifts, handmade or a personal connection made with a local service run by a mom helping to support her family and working towards a future goal that will change lives.  Shop local, shop small.  God bless you.  See you tthis weekend
Soooo… I was today years old when I saw the reco Soooo… I was today years old when I saw the recommendation on the back of real maple syrup to Refrigerate after Opening.  Oops?  Google says real syrup can mold if not refrigerated - yet this one hasn’t…. Weird!  Makes me wonder what they do to it 🤷🏻‍♀️ 

#realmaplesyrup #maplesyrup #maple #yummy #natural #pancakes #costco #organic #thingsthatmakeyougohmm
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