The flavors of fall come together in this healthy bowl of deliciousness! It’s full of nutrients, easy to make, can be enjoyed as a main or side dish and best of all, the kids can’t get enough of it! 3 cups butternut squash, chopped (kabocha squash would also work nicely) 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup uncooked quinoa (or rice) 1½ cups water ⅓ cup dried cranberries ⅓ cup red onion, finely chopped 3 Tbsp. toasted pumpkin seeds ¼…
If sleeping outdoors in a comfortable luxurious tent under the stars and waking up to the sights, sounds, and smells of nature sounds like a magical experience, then your family may consider glamping at…
I never used deodorant until becoming pregnant and breastfeeding. With these hormonal factors at play, chasing around two kids and schlepping around in the So Cal sun, it has become a necessity. But trying…
Whether you or your child is allergic to milk, lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply in search of a non-dairy option, you’re in luck. Alternatives to cow’s milk have never been more numerous or popular.…
This summer salad is nutritious, light yet satisfying, kid-friendly and bursting with flavor! Mango, strawberries and avocado are tossed with fluffy quinoa, chopped spinach, crumbled goat cheese, pine nuts and dressed in a honey-lime…
Climate change is tough to discuss with young children, but these kid-friendly movies are an excellent way to start the conversation. Documentaries like A Beautiful Planet and To the Arctic offer elementary-aged kids a vivid window into the…
My clients and I have experienced such positive results with acupuncture that I turned to my personal acupuncturist and colleague in the birth world to share information and answer questions about its benefits and…
I take five minutes everyday to dry skin brush. Skin is the largest organ in the human body and one third of our body’s toxins are excreted through it. Dry skin brushing boosts the lymphatic system…
It is a well known fact that breastfeeding suppresses a woman’s fertility in the early months after giving birth. However, many women do not feel comfortable relying on breastfeeding as a form of birth…
‘Tis the season for sniffles, sneezes and sore throats! We can’t do much about the toxins, bacteria and viruses that we’re exposed to– but we can strengthen and support our immune systems which will help…