Easy 10 Minute Peach Cobbler
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I love peach season! Fresh peaches are one of those fruits that aren’t nearly as good when they aren’t in season. We typically just eat them (a lot of them!)…
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The Wellness Mama blog provides simple answers for healthier families through research, tutorials, recipes, humor, and living life with lots of kids!
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How to Prevent Tick Bites (+ What to Do if You Are Bit)
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As spring and summer approach and we spend more time outside, we also risk encountering ticks. Unfortunately, ticks aren’t just biting insects (technically, they don’t bite -they sting). But they’re…
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Organic Pest Control for Gardens (Natural Options)
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Gardening can be a great way to save money and eat the freshest food but also comes with its fair share of frustrations. From pest management to proper watering, there…
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Refreshing Cold Brew Coffee Recipe
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“Police work wouldn’t be possible without coffee,” Wallander said.“No work would be possible without coffee.”They pondered the importance of coffee in silence.-Henning Mankell, One Step Behind For many people (ok,…
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Remedies and Supplements I Take
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Since I’ve been in the health and wellness world for over a decade, I’ve learned a lot about supplements. As I’ve evolved and my health has improved, so has my…
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Natural Homemade Sunscreen Recipe
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In the book Zero to One, Peter Thiel asks readers to consider what views/truths they believe that very few people agree with them on. For me, it’s that most sunscreen…
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How To Make Fermented Salsa
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Now that we’re on the verge of tomato and pepper season, I wanted to share this recipe for fermented salsa. Fermenting fresh salsa is an easy way to make it…
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2024 Summer Bucket List: Fun and Frugal Summer Activities
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Ah, summer, with its sunny days, grilling out, and fireflies at dusk, is one of my favorite times of the year. Longer days, less structure, and vacations also mean more…
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How to Make Silky Whipped Tallow Balm
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Years ago I discovered the skin health benefits of tallow. While these DIY tallow lotion bars were a favorite at our house, I wanted something with a softer consistency. The…
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Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe (Secret Family Favorite)
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I can get my kids to eat almost anything with ketchup or homemade ranch dressing on top… or if I season it with taco seasoning! I know many moms who…
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Mom (She Will Use and Love!)
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As Mother’s Day approaches, I’ve gotten several requests from the husbands of a few readers for gift ideas for Mom. Sometimes regular chocolate doesn’t cut it anymore! I’ve compiled a…
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Master the Oil Cleansing Method for Beautiful Skin
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I’ve written about many natural beauty ideas before, but oil cleansing may be one of the simplest. It’s one of the most effective natural beauty tips I’ve found for healthy,…
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Strawberry Fruit Leather Recipe (with Beets)
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Many of you may remember the store-bought classic strawberry fruit roll-ups in your school lunchbox. With all that added sugar and food dye though it’s not what I would consider…
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Is Silicone Safe for Baking?
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I’ve mentioned before that I use silicone molds to make homemade gummy vitamins, lotion bars, and other household staples. However, the mention of silicone molds tends to spark the question,…
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Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Recipe
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If you’re a crunchy mama you likely already know that apple cider vinegar is great for you. Drinking it in water every day (or several times a day) can get…
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Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken (With Instant Pot Option)
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Marry Me Chicken is quite the statement for a recipe, but you’ll understand why after you make it! This version changes up the ingredients from the popular recipe so it’s…
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Should You Try Baby Sleep Training?
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For moms with little ones getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Especially when there’s a new baby! The resulting sleep deprivation can become unbearable over time. That’s the challenge…
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Homemade Natural Whitening Toothpaste
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We all want to know how to whiten teeth naturally, but getting it done is another matter. Harsh whitening strips and pastes are a no-go for me. This whitening toothpaste…
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Homemade Italian Dressing and Marinade Recipe
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I have a bit of a love affair with salad dressings, and Italian dressing is no exception. Before my switch to healthier foods, ranch was about all that got me…
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The Minimum Effective Dose for Wellness
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After more than a decade of researching wellness, I’ve realized there’s no “one-size-fits-all” approach to health. Instead, each person has unique needs. This means we need to investigate what works…
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Homemade Sandalwood Tanning Oil
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I’ve used a variation of this homemade tanning oil for years. When a friend recently asked about a natural homemade tanning oil, I figured it was time to share the…
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5-Minute Homemade Ketchup Recipe
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Tomato ketchup is one of the most kid-loved foods out there. Some kids (mine!) will eat anything (including liver) with ketchup on it. Unfortunately, most store-bought versions are packed with…
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Amazing Ice Facial Benefits
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My friend Lauryn Bosstick, host of The Skinny Confidential, is guest posting today! She’s an expert on skincare routines and a big fan of ice facials (the topic of her…
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Gardeners Hand Salve Recipe
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Gardening- Cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes! – Author Unknown There are so many benefits to gardening besides just the fresh produce. Gardeners are known to live longer and…