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10 Things I’ve Learned About Life and Writing Since Starting NW Healthy Mama
I wanted to loose the last 10 pounds of my baby weight first and I wanted to consistently make it to the gym. I didn’t think I should start a website called “NW Healthy Mama”, until I was ready to be...
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Thanksgiving “Stuffing” Flavored Pumpkin Seeds
Recently I discovered the powerful health benefits of pumpkin seeds and I’ve been looking at our pumpkins differently ever since. Crunchy, delicious pumpkin seeds are high in calories; about 285 per...
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NW Healthy Mama Friday Picks
Today we’re welcoming the weekend with a few our of favorite things from about the web this week. Food for thriving: Real Food Whole Life posted this Spiderweb Pumpkin Smoothie recipe on Facebook and...
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Toasted Almond Brussels Sprouts
You know those meals that come together easily without a recipe? In my kitchen those meals are more commonly known as ‘I haven’t been grocery shopping and need to throw some random ingredients...
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Mama Bear
I’d washed our sheets 3 days before and the unmade bed was starting to make me a bit crazy. We’d been gone too much and laundry was piling up and dinner needed to be made. Still, I knew what we...
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Gluten-Free Almond Flour Ginger Cookies
Did you know Ginger helps with cold and flu prevention, it reduces pain and inflammation, and it helps with menstrual cramps? It’s known to help with migraine relief and also with motion sickness....
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Brave Enough- Words of Wisdom from Cheryl Strayed
Ending the weekend and warmly welcoming November with a few golden words from Cheryl Strayed. Her new book “Brave Enough” has been in my hand a lot this week. Within the bright green hard cover, over...
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10 Ways to Help Children Think Outwardly During the Holiday Season
Happy November, friends! I thought we could take a moment today to share some of our favorite ways to help our kids be thankful and think “outwardly”, as we approach the holiday season. My kids are 6,...
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November Goals-Share Yours Here!
I love a new month, a fresh slate, a time to plan and set new goals. November is the perfect place to pause, reflect on the year and prepare to finish 2015 strong. Today I’m sharing some of my...
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Gingerbread Granola
Our hens are almost 2 years old and since their laying has slowed down a bit during the winter, I’ve been experimenting with other satisfying breakfasts, besides eggs. Homemade Granola is something...
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When it Feels Easier to Throw in the Towel
As I picked up my phone to text my sister, my heart pounded. She’d just watched them two days ago, and now I was asking her to watch my kids again, so I could go to my “annual” doctor appointment. I...
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Camping at Deception Pass
We’ve been married for almost 8 years. Throughout these years, I’ve heard a number of ladies talk about how their parents take the kids for a week here and there, or how they have a date night...
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4th of July Fruit Pizza
From every mountain side Let Freedom ring. ~Samuel F. Smith, “America” With a fridge still full of fresh blueberries, from our berry picking date a few days ago, fruit pizza came racing into my mind....
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Ebey’s Landing
This was our 25th Ladies Hike (a monthly group my sister and I started a couple years ago). We picked this one because as you can see, my sister is about to have a baby! Isn’t she so darling? On our...
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7 Northwest Washington Hikes To Do With Your Kids This Summer
Recently it was a great privilege to write an article about hiking as a family for Northwest Mom Magazine. After submitting the piece, they asked me if I’d consider being on the cover as well, which...
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Road Trip Snack Package Giveaway!
Happy Friday, friends! Because we love ya, we love road trips and we love delicious, healthy snacks, we’ve partnered with Whole Foods Market and Organicgirl, for a really fun “Road Trip Snacks”...
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10 NW Washigton Healthy Restaurants
One of the greatest things about living in this part of the world is being able to easily access incredible food, fresh from local farmers. Locally made wine, vegan dishes and all sorts of meals,...
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3 Recipe Apps for Healthy Living
Please welcome a guest post by Sandra Deen! In her most recent pregnancy, Sandra had the unhealthiest cravings, and so she decided to be more active in pursuing a healthy lifestyle for her and her...
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Double Berry Banana Smoothie with Wheat Germ
Before our oldest could even walk, I started making him smoothies and after talking with many of you, I know I’m not alone in this. Just like sharing birth stories, women get fired up about what they...
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NW Weekend Links for 7/16 and 7/17
From outdoor movies, to lavender festivals, paddle board yoga, or a family picnic in the north cascades—-this weekend is full of fun events. Here are a few things that you might not want to miss! Feel...
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