If you are a mom struggling to lose weight and stay healthy because you are busy trying to manage mom life, these tips will help. I’m sharing How to Lose weight and Stay Healthy when you are a busy mom.
ditch your sugar cravings
1. Hey Mama, let’s talk about losing weight and staying healthy!
Hey there, Grassfed Mamas! Are you a mom on a mission to lose weight and stay healthy? Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this blog, we’ll be diving into all things related to weight loss and health for moms. From delicious keto and low carb recipes to helpful tips and tricks, we’ve got you covered. So grab a cup of coffee (or a green smoothie if you’re feeling extra healthy) and let’s get started on this journey together!read more
I wasn’t the biggest fan of fasting when I was growing up… because of my blood sugar problem – I would always crash (and get really sick) when I would do it.
So I thought fasting just wasn’t for me!
I know many people avoid it because let’s be honest – WE LOVE FOOD. (but that’s probably the biggest reason why we SHOULD be doing intermittent fasting, right?)read more
Today I’m sharing 9 Benefits to Keto (Low Carb/High Fat) You May not Know About {and it isn’t weight loss, that’s just a bonus!}. You will see there are many health benefits of eating keto!
sThere are lots of benefits of eating low carb/high fat… and one of the benefit most people are talking about it weight loss.
Which don’t get me wrong, weight loss is great! Especially if you feel like you have felt like you have failed on every other “diet” out there.
Grab my Free 12 Week Sugar Detox Guide to start your journey to eating low or no sugar to improve your health.
Just say no to SUGAR!!
This is not a new idea. Lots of popular diets have come to the conclusion that our sugar intake is out of balance in our Modern diet and this is the cause of our expanding waistbands. Management of your Sugar and Carbohydrates is crucial for weight loss and your general health. When our system gets overloaded with too much sugar and carbs, our cells start storing extra carbs as fat.read more
This is a simple recipe to make your own DIY Eucalyptus Bath Salt. You can make this for your own relaxing bath or you can give it as the perfect gift!
Angela of Grassfed Mama shares healthy tips for busy moms.
DIY Christmas Gift – Eucalyptus Bath Salt
Christmas is just around the corner, so I wanted to share this simple DIY Eucalyptus Bath Salt recipe that makes a great gift to give or to make for yourself. I don’t know about you, but I love making homemade recipes for Christmas gifts for neighbors and teachers too!
I’m not a teacher, but I think this would be a good teacher gift, because every teacher I know needs some special relaxation time. These eucalyptus bath salts would be perfect! read more
Finding time to workout can be a real struggle, especially when you’re juggling work, kids, and a million other responsibilities. But here’s the thing – it’s not impossible! With a little creativity and a lot of determination, you can squeeze in those workouts and get fit. Whether you’re a busy mom, a career woman, or just someone with a crazy schedule, this blog is packed with tips, tricks, and motivation to help you exercise on a busy schedule. From quick and effective workouts to healthy recipes and meal ideas, this Grassfed Mama has got you covered. So let’s get started on your fitness journey and make healthy living a priority – even when life gets crazy!read more
It is a special time for a new mom following the birth of a child.
So many emotions are going through a new mom’s head: I’m not pregnant any more! This is the cutest baby I’ve ever seen! Will I get my waist back? I’m already exhausted! Will I ever sleep through the night again? Are they breathing? Am I doing this right? They are so tiny! Oww I need a Tylenol… And this is just in the first 5 minutes!
Everyone wants to help a new mom out, but sometimes we forget what they need the most. Moms need to relax and recover for at least 2 weeks following birth. Having a baby is no easy task for a mom’s body to go through. If they push themselves too soon, they could hemorrhage or develop mastitis.
This is the perfect time to offer to help them out and let them do what only they can do: Take care of the baby.
Here is my list of ways that my family and friends helped me the most following my births:
1) Keep the older kids entertained.
Aidalyn was 2.5 years old when Annaleigh was born. Luckily, Aidalyn did well with the extra TV time that she had while we were all recovering from Annaleigh’s birth. My mom was such a huge help to us before Annaleigh was born and right after. She stayed with us for about 5 weeks total, helping me with Aidalyn and the house. Not having to worry about Aidalyn helped me give my full attention to recovering and taking care of Annaleigh.
2) Cook meals for the family
Following both of my births, my church family really helped me out by cooking meals for 2 weeks. Having a hot meal coming each night was so amazing. I didn’t have to worry about what we were going to eat and it helped us all recover by being able to relax at dinner time. We used Sign up Genius to schedule meals and it made the process so easy.
3) Do laundry
Births and babies generate a lot of laundry. Adam’s mom and my mom both helped me with laundry following the births of my girls. It is not glamorous by any means, but it is such a HUGE deal to a new mom to not have to worry about.
4) Clean the kitchen and put dishes away.
Just like the laundry, this is not a fun job to do… but some things just have to get done and we don’t want our new mom to feel like it is her job. Ask her what would make the biggest help to her (maybe it is unloading the dishwasher or wiping down the counter tops). Everyone has that one thing that bugs them, see if you can scratch that off her “to-do” list.
5) Let Mom get a shower
Getting a shower and feeling normal again is so important to a new mom. She will be pouring all of herself into this new little baby and forget she needs to care for herself too. Newborns will want to be held all the time, so showers and baths become a luxury.
6) Text her to see if she needs anything from diaper cream to coffee.
New moms don’t always know what they need until after the baby arrives (or they run out of something faster than expected!) Don’t call, just in case she is sleeping or dealing with the baby. A text allows her to get to your message at her convenience. She can reply and let you know if she needs anything from the store.
7) Let her know you are there if she needs to talk or ask advice. read more
What you need to have for your home birth kit in 20 items! Prepare for your home birth by collection this home birth kit.
How to Build a Home Birth Kit in 20 Items
I have been blessed to be able to have 2 home births now. You can read my two birth stories by clicking here: Annaleigh’s Birth and Aidalyn’s Birth.
Both experiences were amazing and there is very little I would change about either. I was fortunate to have 2 amazing midwives attend my births and felt very prepared for when the time came.
My first home birth was in 2010 (Aidalyn’s). I was able to have her in my master bathroom’s garden corner tub. It was easy clean up and a really a great experience. For Annaleigh’s birth we were in a rent house, so my midwife brought a large tub for me to use to birth in. It was even better because the water was able to be deeper. I wasn’t in the tub for more than 10 minutes though because she came so fast.read more
Angela of Grassfed Mama shares healthy tips for busy moms.
What is Pulsatilla anyways?
Pulsatilla, also known as pasqueflower or windflower, is a genus of flowering plants in the Ranunculaceae family. These plants are native to meadows and prairies in North America, Europe, and Asia. Pulsatilla species are perennial herbs with finely divided leaves and bell-shaped flowers that range in color from purple to white, depending on the species.
Pulsatilla has a long history of medicinal use, particularly in traditional herbal medicine. It has been used to treat various ailments, including respiratory conditions like coughs and bronchitis, menstrual disorders, and skin conditions. Additionally, pulsatilla has been used to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, and digestive issues.read more
