How to Use Xylitol to Keep Kids Healthy

If you’ve noticed a dip in posts on hol FAMILY — you’re right! We’ve had a busy few months since our big move from Canada to the coastal Carolinas. Between unpacking, settling into new schools and routines, and establishing a whole new life here, things have been hectic, to say the least. One of the … Read more

20 Healthy Kid Friendly Instant Pot Recipes

I’m kind of a made from scratch girl. Not always by choice. Some days I wish I could just grab something pre-made to save myself the stress and time, but alas that will never be the case. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and mostly grain-free prepared foods just don’t exist, and if they did I’m certain they’d cost … Read more

The Essential Guide to CBD for Autism and ADHD

When all of the hoopla with CBD oil began, I remember vowing to myself, “I will NOT give my child marijuana.” Fast forward eighteen long months and a whole lot of trial and error with improving our son’s behavior, and I found myself holding our first tiny bottle of full-spectrum hemp oil. It took a … Read more

The Beginner's Guide to Kombucha

I’ve often been told that my kitchen looks somewhat like a science lab with odd concoctions brewing on my counters.  Many people recognize things like sauerkraut and pickles, but the one that I get the most questions about is kombucha. Is it a mushroom? Is it Jello? Is it an alien?! It may look like something out … Read more

5 detox water recipes for kids

Growing up, I was addicted to apple juice. I couldn’t digest milk, and back in the 80’s, milk alternatives like Almond milk and Coconut milk weren’t readily available.  I can still remember being served sippy cups of those giant cans of apple juice that you had to pierce open with a special tool. Little did … Read more

Long before our son was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism, we already knew he had some pretty major sensory processing issues. Like many other kids who struggle with sensory processing, our son had some major sensory seeking and sensory avoiding behaviors. Out of desperation to control his behavior and help him with emotional regulation, we stumbled across … Read more

Calming Magnesium Lotion

I’ve talked before about the amazing health benefits of magnesium. This tiny powerhouse controls over 300 different functions in the human body, including bone health, mental health, heart health, and so much more. The problem is, most of us aren’t getting enough magnesium in our diet. Unless you are eating 100% organic and choosing foods … Read more

Fermented Strawberry Chia Jam

There is nothing better than homemade jam. The freshness and flavors are just unlike anything else you can find on a store shelf. I never really got in to making large batches of preserves to keep for months on end. I prefer the easy, quick method that allows us to dig right in and enjoy … Read more