Breastfeeding 101 [[how to prepare for it, what it's like, what to expect, + products i'd recommend]] Being a first-time mom comes with a mile-long list of unknowns. We have no idea what to expect, but we try to be as prepared as possible. Everyone has different experiences, but I wanted to share my experience and everything that I wish I knew about breastfeeding, both prior to and during. In this post, I dip into how to prepare for it, what it was like (especially in the beginning), what to …
Archives for December 2019
Super Soft Sugar Cookies [Gluten free + Refined Sugar Free + Vegan]
As the holidays were approaching I thought more and more about cookies. Okay, really I'm always thinking about cookies or some other type of dessert, but I was especially thinking about some soft + fluffy s u g a r c o o k i e s. I constantly see them at the grocery store as I slowly walk by the bakery section, but I'm always disappointed when I look at the ingredients - way more processed and refined than I want. Now don't get me wrong, I still eat these types of cookies here and …
Pecan Pie Date Balls
Maybe it's just me.. (highly doubt it) but there are numerous times throughout the day when I want a delicious snack. And usually that entails me wanting something sweet! These pecan pie balls are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks. It takes alll my willpower to not eat the entire batch. Seriously, they are perfect for a quick snack, pre-workout pick-me-up, post-workout, dessert, energy kick, etc. You can't go wrong with these. Plus, they're no-bake and super easy to make with …
The Best Salmon Ever
Whether you're crazy busy because of your job (stay-at-home mom here), your hobbies, or your lifestyle, this salmon is for you.I'm allowed to call it the best salmon ever because it tastes amazing, obviously, but more importantly it's quick and easy. And if you're like me and have a tiny human(s) that relies on you 24/7, then you know quick + easy anything is a dream come true. Alright, no more wasting time. Lets get to it! The Best Salmon Ever[Quick + Easy + Delicious]Prep Time2 minCook …
My Birth Story
MY BIRTH STORY I sit here writing this story, not only for you, but mainly for myself. While the experience and all of the details are still so fresh, I want to be able to turn back to this years and years down the road and share this story with my son. Of course you never forget a day like that - I know I never will - but I also know that some of the details could slip away if they aren’t written down. [[As a reminder, this is my story. And as a gentle warning, I share personal, and sometimes …