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Probiotics and Prebiotics for Kids: What’s the Difference?

Healthy germs are all the buzz these days.  What are they? And how do we incorporate them into a kid’s diet?  First, let’s start with the cringeworthy fact that we host trillions of microbes in and on our bodies.  Most of these reside in our gut and are actually quite beneficial for maintaining a healthy body. […]

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Managing Your Mental Health As a New Mom During COVID-19

Having a baby often comes with tons of complicated feelings you might not have been prepared for. Having a baby during a global pandemic—well, that’s a category all on its own. You may have given birth alone without your partner. Maybe the doula you spent so much time working with couldn’t come to support you […]

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How to Freeze Cooked & Smoked Ham

If you’re like me, you’re probably on the lookout for ways to save on your groceries. One of the best ways to do this is to buy in bulk and ham is no exception to this tip. If you don’t have a large family, however, you’re going to need a way to keep it fresh […]

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Night Sweats During Pregnancy

Most new mothers know that they will not get much sleep due to the needs of a newborn, but sleep problems can start even before the baby is born. Pregnant woman may have a hard time getting comfortable at night, or may need to get up to use the bathroom several times in one evening. Many expectant mothers also suffer from night sweats during the duration of their pregnancies.

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The Health Benefits of Drinking Kombucha

Kombucha is a drink with an age-old recipe originating in the far east. The Chinese referred to it as the “Immortal Health Elixir.” In recent years, Kombucha has become popular with the health conscious looking for an alternative to fizzy drinks packed with artificial sweeteners and red dye whatever! At first glance, you might just […]