Why Elderberry Syrup By now if you are in any contact with the holistic community, you have heard about Elderberry Syrup. I discovered the powerful anti-viral remedy while pregnant with my first baby. Never having been being a big believer in the flu shot, I was thrilled to discover a preventative approach to ward off colds and flu from my midwives. They recommended taking 4000 IU’s of Vitamin D, 1000mg of C, and 2 teaspoons of Black Elderberry … [Read more...]
I’m Pregnant, Now What?!!
Finding out your pregnant can bring out many different emotions. If you’re anything like me you may have felt a mix of disbelief and incredible joy as you stared at that little stick with its pink + sign for the first time after years of negative results! Or you may have not been trying to conceive and are still reeling from this unexpected news - trying to wrap your head around it all. But no matter how you initially felt about becoming … [Read more...]
Tired All the Time? Morning Sickness? You May Need Magnesium
Magnesium is a wonder mineral - responsible for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the human body! It affects so many aspects of our health including metabolism, blood pressure and the immune system. Magnesium has also been called the ultimate relaxation mineral because it works to relax the body and the mind, which leads to more restful sleep (and who doesn't need more of that?!). Magnesium is also responsible for the reactions that … [Read more...]
Best Baby Shower Questions
I was asked to fill out a mommy advice questionnaire for my sweet sister-in law's baby shower - called Wishes for Baby (I've changed it to Wishes for Baby & Mommy). While I love doing these kind of activities, I usually struggle because they are so open-ended and really how can you give someone advice without scaring them as to the realities of marriage or motherhood (lol!). So I usually try and sugar-coat it a bit. But this time, for … [Read more...]
Care For Mom’s First Feature Article!
Care For Moms is thrilled to have been published in the May Natural Awakenings Natural Pregnancy Issue. The article is titled "Why Postpartum Support Is Critical for Healthy Moms." The time after birth can and should be one of the richest and most fulfilling times in a woman’s life. If a new mother understands and plans for her postpartum needs, she will be in the best position to enjoy this special time. We have found that supporting moms by … [Read more...]
Mama, You Matter!
If I can steal you away for a few minutes from your absolutely, incredibly hectic life, I have something to share with you sweet mama. Everything you do, day in and day out matters. It may not feel like it as you’re picking up food off the floor that you cut into perfect toddler-sized bites only to be told it doesn’t taste good. It may not feel like you matter when you pass the mirror and see yourself, almost unrecognizable to the person you … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade Baby Wipes
Having a baby is filled with sweet smelling baby clothes and baby breath and tiny finger and toes...BUT it is also filled with a great deal of diaper duty! If you would like to save some money, avoid harsh chemicals and have a few minutes of extra time you can easily make your own homemade scent-free baby wipes, perfect for that sensitive baby bottom. Homemade Scent-Free Baby Wipes Recipe What you will need: 1 roll of quality, thick paper … [Read more...]
Motherhood Is Loud
Motherhood Is Loud Motherhood is a life-altering, heart-warming, exhilarating journey– it is all these things and more - it is everything - but it is not quiet, Motherhood is loud! Babies are quick to prepare us for the new normal of noise by crying at the first ability they can open those sweet little lips! As mothers, we quickly learn to pick up on baby’s cues and work to settle them by running through the diaper check, hunger check, rocking … [Read more...]
Healthy, Homemade Larabar Recipe
If you haven't tasted a Larabar yet, you will be pleasantly surprised by just how delicious something that is healthy, and void of sugar and preservatives could taste! Larabars are made from a base of dates and include variations of dried fruit and/or nuts and come in many different flavors. The only trouble is that, even on sale, a single Larabar costs a dollar a piece! That's some expensive snacking. The good news is that you can easily make … [Read more...]
Sleep When the Baby Sleeps?
Almost every new mother has received the sage advice to sleep when the baby sleeps. This is a wonderful piece of advice if only life weren’t filled with complexities and exceptions. Some of these exceptions include moms who have a toddler or two or more underfoot who will not sleep at the same time as the baby is sleeping, or the mom who is juggling working from home who needs that precious naptime to catch up on email or return a phone call, or … [Read more...]