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Mother’s Day always brings myriad emotions and memories. The “what ifs” and “if onlys” seem to sneak their way in. The years of infertility and miscarriage are part of our story. The heartache molded us, changed us, and deepened life- even today. Adoption, Pregnancy and Birth are now also part of our story… chapters we imagined Continue reading Grief & Hope of Mother’s Day   My midwife and chiropractor each have given me the same encouragement over the past year: “Exercise/Stretch for Healing; Repair that Muscle Damage!” (“Ok, thanks,” I said. And proceeded to do nothing.) But by the time my maternity clothes were packed away (Thanks, Trina), my abdominal muscles still hadn’t healed. It’s called Diastasis Recti; that separation Continue reading Postpartum Health & Fashion: Fit2B & Embracing Beauty Giveaway! When I discover a new book that I love, I get excited to share it with you! Angie Tolpin, author of Redeeming Childbirth, has offered to give away a signed copy of her book to one Frugal Granola reader. If you are expecting (or hoping to be), or planning on participating in a friend/family member’s birth soon, Continue reading Book Giveaway: Redeeming Childbirth My friend Donielle from Naturally Knocked Up is sharing a guest post today. I have loved reading her new book, as well as all the healthy living tips she has posted over the years! Her knowledgeable advice has helped me through two pregnancies now (after several years of infertility). Our days are short and ever so chilly Continue reading Natural Fertility Resources (with Freebies!) Going through the journeys of pregnancies and childbirth have been transformative for me. Each time, it has been a refining, deepening season of faith and, most of all, surrender. I have chosen to give God everything in my life (oh, yes, there are times when I am reminded of something I’ve selfishly held back, Continue reading Redeeming Childbirth ("Before" Photo: 1 month before I gave birth to our 2nd son!) Having lost 50+ lbs of baby weight after each birth so far, I’m following up from Part 1 last week on Healthy Weight Loss, with some specific tips for mamas. For those of you who are still pregnant, now is a great time to make Continue reading Losing the Baby Weight: Part 2 Before I ever began pursuing a “real food” lifestyle, I was still discerning about the salt I purchased for our table. The real stuff just tasted better! Real Salt has been a staple item in my kitchen for years. It provides an amazing sweet-salty flavor that enhances the taste of any meal, and goes unmatched Continue reading Natural Summertime Electrolytes: Real Salt Giveaway! I’m finally sharing the birth story for our new little boy, born last month! We had another wonderful home waterbirth experience, and a fairly smooth babymoon season these past weeks. On the Friday night before Haven was born, we had family over for a popcorn & board game night. We all got so involved Continue reading Haven’s Birth Story Our baby boy is here! Haven Luke arrived in a gentle home waterbirth into his Daddy’s arms on Saturday afternoon 3/24 at 12:38. He’s 8 lbs 2 oz, 20.5 inches, and was born “in the caul.” His siblings adore him, and we are all settling in well at home together. We’re thankful Continue reading Baby is Here! Post by Guest Writer, Jenni of Mom Essentials I’ve been pregnant seven times. I didn’t know much about essential oils until I was pregnant with my fourth child. From then on, I was hooked. I started using herbs and plant medicine after my second child, because I got somewhat disillusioned with many Continue reading Essential Oils for Pregnancy |
    
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