If you need another quick healthy meal, I have a recipe for you! I often get a rotisserie chicken when I shop at Costco because they are so inexpensive, and I can use the chicken in so many recipes and salads. I especially love doing this during the summer when it is hot and the last […]
Pregnancy can be uncomfortable, no matter what season. But, the summer heat can make it even more difficult to feel comfortable and not miserable during your pregnancy—especially that third trimester! It is hard to feel comfortable in the heat, so your main focus will probably be staying cool. Here are seven things you can do […]
Here is another one of my favorite lunches! It is also one of my most popular side dishes I bring to BBQs and family parties and always gets great reviews. This salad is super fresh tasting as well as very satiating and full of nutritious ingredients. Black Bean & Corn Salad: 1 can black beans, […]
Vitamins and minerals play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of pregnant women. A balanced diet that provides a good supply of vitamins and minerals is essential for both mom and baby. But unfortunately, many women are not able to consume diets that actually meet the nutritional demands of pregnancy1. Here are some of the […]
Because we have 5 chickens, I am always looking for recipes that use eggs. This is one of our favorites! We feed our chickens DHA-enriched feed to increase the DHA content of their yolks. I recommend buying DHA-enriched eggs if you can. DHA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid that is often deficient in our […]
For those of you struggling with lunch ideas, here’s another recipe for you! This Thai Cashew Chicken Salad is one of my favorites and if you have meal prepped earlier in the week and already have your quinoa cooked it only takes a few minutes to throw together. Thai Cashew Chicken Salad: 1 cup coleslaw […]
Headaches are a common symptom during pregnancy, usually starting in the first trimester. And if you’ve rarely experienced headaches prior, you may be at a loss wondering how to get rid of them. Since there are many common headache medications to avoid while pregnant, you will want to consider other methods of easing the pain and […]
This is hands down my favorite salmon recipe. Something about it reminds me of summer and it is my usual requested meal for my birthday dinner with my family. It is fresh, simple and is always satisfying. And it provides a lot of nutrients for expecting moms! Cilantro Lime Salmon: 1lb salmon fillets Marinade: 1 […]
There are some days where there is nothing more satisfying and comforting than a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. Whenever I am making soup I always like to make a big batch that I can eat for lunches or leftovers. I will also freeze a bunch of individual portions in pint sized mason jars […]
Endometriosis happens when tissue usually found on the inside of the uterus grows in other parts of the body. The tissue is called endometrium. Although it is normally in the uterus, in endometriosis, this tissue attaches itself to the ovaries, the bowel, or other internal organs. Most people have never heard of endometriosis but it is an […]
Gestational diabetes is diabetes, or high blood sugar levels, that develops during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes affects as high as 9.2% of all pregnancies and is usually diagnosed in the later stages of pregnancy1. This type of diabetes can often affect women who have no prior history of diabetes. Here is some more information on exactly what gestational […]
Springtime is one of my favorite times of the year. This week I finally finished planting my garden, and I always anxiously wait for all of my seeds to start sprouting and for my plants to start growing. One of my favorite vegetables I plant every year is butternut squash. I always plant acorn squash, […]
