Treating Mastitis Naturally

Treating Mastitis Naturally

Mastitis can be scary to a breastfeeding mama. 

The painful and inflamed breast. The chills. The fever.

I have had full blow mastitis 3 times now! I had it both after the first few days after childbirth and now today…

What causes mastitis?

Mastitis is usually caused by a clogged milk duct that isn’t draining properly. Mastitis can come when you are not resting enough or drinking enough water – Hello, Holidays!

This time it developed from a milk bleb – a clog right on the nipple. I noticed a slightly painful white dot on my nipple about 2 weeks ago, but I thought it honestly went away… Until last night. read more

Save Money Cooking Whole Chickens

How to Save Money Cooking Whole Chickens

I love shopping at our local Kroger’s. They have a great selection of healthy foods and it makes it so easy to save on groceries and whole foods. This week, I’m going to save so much money because I bought a whole free range organic chicken. I’m going to turn that one chicken into 3 different healthy chicken recipes.  It can be a challenge to save money cooking whole foods, but this is one easy tip!

I get lots of moms who are trying to eat healthier and are struggling to stay on budget every month with their grocery bills. When you can cook from scratch, you can save much more than using boxed meals. Also when you eat whole foods, you will save money because you are healthier and not going to the doctor as much.  read more

When Being Healthy Becomes Your Idol

When Being Healthy Becomes Your Idol

Striving for health is not a bad thing. Putting health before God is.

When you make health your idol, you are turning it into something your heart desires before God. An idol is anything you put before God.

There are plenty of amoral things that become idols in our lives. Amoral = neutral (Not Bad or Good). Amoral things that can turn into idols could be your kids, your hobbies, your spouse, your status, your job, or even how you use your spare time and money.

How to Identify Your Idols 

Mark Driscoll states that “Idolatry is often a good thing that becomes a god thing and one of the surest ways to find your idol is to follow your money. Jesus, a master of word play, irony, and satire, uses humor to speak truth to the rich ruler by showing him two ways to find idols: follow the money and figure out what’s not funny to you.” read more

How to Restore a Non Stick Pan

Have you ever found yourself staring down at your trusty non-stick pan, wondering if its best days are behind it? Fear not, because we’re here to sprinkle a little kitchen magic and show you how to breathe new life into your favorite cookware! In today’s post, we’re diving into the world of re-seasoning non-stick pans—an easy and budget-friendly way to revitalize your cooking arsenal and make a non stick pan non stick again. So, grab your apron and join us as we embark on a journey to reinvigorate your kitchen essentials and unleash your inner culinary genius! read more

DIY Detoxing Facial Mask

DIY Detoxing Facial Mask

DIY Detoxing Facial Mask

This detoxing facial mask uses natural ingredients to pull out the impurities from your skin leaving you clean.

Why make your own facial mask?

Going to the spa is expensive. You don’t have to waste your time and money when you can make a simple mixture at home.

You can even throw a Spa Party with your friends and make your own at home spa treatments. It would be a fun way to visit with each other and save money.

This facial mask would be a deep cleaning detox. You probably would want to test it on a small spot before applying to your entire face just in case you may have a reaction. Also this is a pretty deep cleaning detox, I would only do it once a week or every other week. read more

DIY Baby Powder {Talc Free}

Make your own DIY Baby Powder with this simple and easy recipe – Feel confident that it is healthier without the TALC and better for your baby too.

DIY Baby Powder Talc Free

 

 

 

DIY Baby Powder {Talc Free}

Why Talc Free?

 

I’m going to be perfectly honest. I’m still learning daily about natural health and natural living. What I enjoy doing is learning and then being able to share what I learn with you.

So I started thinking about baby powder. I don’t use baby powder on my babies. I have a small travel sized bottle I will sometimes use between washing my hair if my hair looks oily. read more

How to Make Natural DIY Dry Shampoo for Dark Hair

As a busy mom, it is a must to have a dry shampoo recipe you love. I love being able to make my own natural DIY dry shampoo recipe at home so I know exactly what ingredients are in it – and I can save money too! Read more to see the benefits of making your own natural DIY dry shampoo for dark hair.

DIY Dry Shampoo Recipe using Red Clay

 

 

This DIY Dry Shampoo powder is easy solution to help you go longer between washing and is full of all natural ingredients to keep your hair healthy.

 

DIY Dry Shampoo for Dark Hair Recipe

I used to wash my hair every day. When I would go to the gym and be covered in sweat, I really felt like I had to. My hair dresser always told me that it was healthier for my hair if I could wash it only once a week. read more

Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Bars Sugar Free, Grain Free

These Sugar Free Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Bars are perfect for your next celebration or treat because they are grain free too!

Lemon Coconut Cheesecake

 

Lemon Coconut Cheesecake Bars

No Bake, Sugar Free, Grain Free, Gluten Free

 

We love cheesecake at the Parker house. My favorite place to celebrate is The Cheesecake Factory. Since going, grain free, sugar free, and lower carb… that is a dangerous place to go with all the sugar filled temptations.

This no bake cheesecake recipe filled a need for my love of cheesecake while staying in my diet and keeping me healthy.

Plus, it is easy to make too!  read more

Low Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Dip

This Low Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Dip recipe is the perfect pairing to my sugar free graham crackers! They work together for a snack or treat to share!

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Low Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Dip

I love mint chocolate chip anything. It is one of my favorite ice cream flavors. I was really wanting to create a dip that would go with my low carb Graham crackers that would be a good party food.

Who doesn’t love chocolate? 

Put chocolate in it, and I’m sold.

Cream cheese? Oh yes, please!

Mint… ah, so refreshing.

This dip is so yummy, no one will realize they are eating a low carb food. read more

7 Ways to Speed Up Your Metabolism Naturally

Understanding your metabolism is crucial for understanding your overall health. It can either be fast and efficient or slow and sluggish. Your daily choices and habits play a significant role in determining the speed of your metabolism. Keep reading to learn my 7 ways to speed up your metabolism naturally.

7 Ways to Speed Up Your Metabolism Naturally

Previously, I’ve shared how your metabolism can be slowed down by your actions and how you eat. Thankfully, your metabolism can also be revved up by some simple changes. In this blog post, I’m going to share 7 ways to speed up your metabolism naturally. read more