Wow, here we are 3.5 years later. I’m still happy, healthy and living without any food sensitivities or intolerances! I had no idea when I wrote the introduction and part one of my story that it was going to take me YEARS to share the rest of my … [Read more...]
How I Healed My Gluten Intolerance – Part 1
Just over a month ago I worked up the courage to announce some big news… I’ve successfully been able to heal my body and re-introduce gluten into my diet! (This is a HUGE goal that I was set on achieving before starting a family.) If you haven’t read … [Read more...]
Preconception Health & Fertility: What Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You
2011 marks the start of my 4-month preconception period and I couldn’t be more excited. We are going to start trying for a baby in May!! :) From a very young age, I knew without a doubt, that I wanted to be a mom. I’ve been dreaming about … [Read more...]
2010 = Major Breakthrough In My Health
Wow, I can confidently say that 2010 was the most transformational year of my life! I’ve been taking some time over the past few weeks to reflect on the past year and set my intentions for 2011. I’m beyond excited to see what the next year has in … [Read more...]
Fertility Food Friday: Digestion Enhancing Bone Broth
Did you know that REAL bone broth is a powerful digestive aid as well as a traditional fertility food? Unfortunately a lot of nutrition knowledge has been lost in our modern day, fast paced, convenience food society. My intention with Fertility Food … [Read more...]
Getting Physically Fit Before Pregnancy
Four years ago I made a promise to myself... I would never again join a gym that required more than a month-to-month commitment. You see, despite all my best intentions, I have a really bad habit of not going to the gym. This became especially … [Read more...]
My No ‘Poo Adventure
You've probably landed here out of curiosity, wondering what in the world I'm going to talk about, right? It's not what you might think. No 'Poo stands for No Shampoo! Much to my surprise there is a whole community of no 'poo-ers out there who choose … [Read more...]
Ditching Disposables: Diva Cup & Lunapanties Review
Two cycles ago I finally made the switch from disposable menstrual products to a more eco-friendly alternative. It's been something I've wanted to do for awhile but I just couldn't grasp the concept of a menstrual cup and washable cloth pads. The … [Read more...]
Fertility Food Friday: Organic, Grass-Fed Liver
I know what you're thinking, because I had the same reaction. Even though I'm an omnivore (eating both plants and animals) I had a really hard time embracing the fact that liver was going to be a part of MY ideal preconception nutrition and fertility … [Read more...]
I have a confession to make. I can’t write.
Or at least that's what the little voice inside my head keeps telling me. You know the one. The supposed voice of reason whose positive intention is to show you all of the possible outcomes of any given situation so you can stay safe and choose the … [Read more...]