Most of us Crunchy Mamas face the same dilemma at the grocery store. We want to feed our families well. We want real, whole foods, not processed junk. We want to avoid pesticides and give our kids the nutrients they need to grow healthy and strong. But have to think of the grocery budget. Buying
Budget Tips for Crunchy Mama Grocery Shopping Haul Read More »
You must have landed here because you are looking for a different idea than the Tooth Fairy to celebrate your kiddo losing teeth. I’ve got a great idea to share with you today…Tooth Tickets! Kids love them, and they eliminate late-night scrambling for parents. Sound good? Let me tell you more… So, let me let
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For most people, breast health and annual mammograms are almost synonymous. But what if there is more information that we should at least consider before we move forward with a traditional mammogram? There is definitely more to the story. Below we’ll cover 5 main considerations that your doctor might not mention when it comes to
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Thinking about incorporating tallow face cream into your skincare routine? Let me show you how simple it is to make a DIY tallow balm that will knock your socks off! You can easily customize this recipe to include a few drops of your favorite essential oil. You can download this recipe sheet and SO MUCH
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Birthdays are always a special occasion, but especially for kids! In our house, we want to honor each child’s birthday in exciting ways. We want traditions that will make the birthday person feel cared for and loved, but we also want to point them towards Christ. Over the years, our traditions have evolved and
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Don’t leave home without it! That’s definitely my motto when it comes to homeopathic medicines. The truth is, there is a very limited selection of homeopathy in most pharmacies. If a mom isn’t prepared, needs WILL arise, and she’ll be forced to use whatever conventional medicines she can get her hands on. Since I want
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Granola is one of those tricky foods. On the surface, it sounds like a super-healthy choice, right? But it can go off the rails pretty quickly! I wonder how many people are bringing home bags of store-bought granola like the ones in the picture below, thinking they are making a good choice? However, they have
Healthy Homemade Granola Recipe- Honey & Coconut Oil Read More »
So, let me start by saying that I’ll always be an advocate for buying from local farms or growing your own food as much as possible. Still, there are some items moms will need to purchase from a grocery store. That’s where Costco comes in! Despite my best efforts to keep our grocery budget under
Crunchy Mom Costco Shopping List: Healthy Buys-Part 3 Read More »
Birthday cake for breakfast? Yes, I say! It’s no secret that I have a major sweet tooth, and I passed my sweet tooth on to my kids! So, I’m always experimenting with new recipes that are actually healthy and nutrient-dense, yet give us a sweet treat to enjoy. And, boy, are these birthday cake energy
Birthday Cake Protein Balls, Easy and No-Bake! Read More »
Everybody loves summer! Nobody loves ticks and mosquitos. And here in Mississippi, we have plenty of both! To make matters worse, mosquitos LOVE my kids and me. On a summer night, we can be outside for 10 minutes and get 15 bites…for real! So, when I tell you that we needed a natural bug spray
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