I love kindergarten rules... but sometimes I really want to break the one that says "Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself." "Oh, your baby has reflux?" My hand twitches a bit as I force it to stay by my side. "You're struggling with low milk supply?" I put my hand in my pocket . . . it can't be trusted. "Your baby is [...] Continue Reading
Archives for January 2014
Apple Tarte Tatin (Grain Free)
My family loves to make hot apple cider when apples are in season and abundant, but another great way to use up in season apples is baking with them. Apple pie is always a possibility, but if you’re looking for something caramelized and gooey (rather than spiced) this apple tarte Tatin is an excellent choice. When done right, it also looks amazing [...] Continue Reading
Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Fresh cilantro leaves and a hint of lime meld with the subtle heat of poblano and jalapeno peppers in this belly warming chicken tortilla soup recipe. It's one of my favorite ways to use homemade bone broth and leftover whole roast chicken. Don't be afraid to get creative with the toppings - sour cream, avocado, cilantro, green onions, [...] Continue Reading
The Secret To Hip Healthy Swaddling
Is swaddling a safe to calm babies and help them sleep, or could there be a downside to it? Some daycares are now discontinuing the practice due to growing evidence that incorrect swaddling may cause hip dysplasia. (source) While there is evidence to support the idea that swaddled babies sleep better and cry less, a study conducted at the [...] Continue Reading
Keep Your Child Hydrated & Comfortable During A Fever With Herbal Smoothie Freezer Pops
Note from Heather: Respected pediatricians agree that fevers are usually beneficial, but do you have a plan for if /when a fever goes beyond what you're comfortable with? The book featured in today's post - Treating Fevers Naturally - was written by Meagan Visser, a registered nurse and herbalist whose insights have helped many mamas [...] Continue Reading
Smashed Steak Skewers + Cherry Barbecue Sauce
Need a happy place? You can share mine. They say that books can take you places you never dreamed of – and that’s true – but they can also transform the place you already are. Nom Nom Paleo: Food for Humans is doing that for me right now. It’s making my kitchen my happy place all over again. Michelle has graciously given me a recipe to share with [...] Continue Reading
Easy Spanish Rice
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's not from Spain! Miss Piggy was my neighbor growing up. Yes, seriously. Of course, her name was actually Peggy and she was a retired teacher, but somehow that got lost in translation when we moved in. I was four, and no one bothered to correct me for, oh, FIVE YEARS. Life with Miss Piggy next door was delightful. We [...] Continue Reading
Apricot & Walnut Granola Bars
These chewy granola bars from Suzanne Perazzini are chock-full of dried fruit, nuts and the natural sweetness of honey and banana. If you love these cherry pie energy bars but want to mix things up every once in awhile, I think you're going to love this recipe. Apricots and figs work beautifully in these bars (and add a nice golden color), but you [...] Continue Reading
