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starting a business in new hope, pa
baking with your child
healthy granola
jogging with baby
clean eating
lower blood pressure
plant based diet
paleo blueberry muffins
vegan blueberry crisp
vegan beans
pita bread
almond ricotta
oats chia
bbq sauce
weight loss

Starting a Business in New Hope, PA
Starting a Business in New Hope, PA

When I first started my small business in New Hope, PA, I was excited but also nervous. I knew it would be a challenge to create something new in a small town with a tight-knit community. Being a bit of a transplant, I wondered how this would all fair. But I also knew that it…

The Joy of Cooking with Kids: Make Your Own Granola with Your Child
The Joy of Cooking with Kids: Make Your Own Granola with Your Child

Making granola at home with your young child can be a fun and educational activity that not only provides a tasty treat but also fosters valuable skills and memories. In this article, we will explore the benefits of making granola with your child and provide some tips to make the experience as enjoyable as possible….

Health Benefits of Granola
Health Benefits of Granola

Granola is a popular breakfast food that is often praised for its delicious taste and convenience. However, store-bought granolas can be high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients. By making your own granola at home with all-natural, healthy ingredients, you can enjoy a range of health benefits. Here are a few reasons why…

7 Tips to Get Back in Shape After a Baby
7 Tips to Get Back in Shape After a Baby

Walking on the DNR Canal There are a few things that happened to me after I had my daughter. Of course the overwhelming feeling of love and devotion. A very close second was the most intense exhaustion I have ever experienced. Because of this, I felt like I had no choice but to be in…

Clean Eating Made Easy
Clean Eating Made Easy

“A healthy outside starts from the inside” Robert Urich. When you first get started eating clean, you have two options. You can go cold turkey and give up all the junk food, sugar, processed food etc. all at once, or you can opt for a more gradual change. There are advantages and disadvantages to each…

Lower your Blood Pressure
Lower your Blood Pressure

They call it the silent killer. And it is. There are no symptoms for heart failure.  We all know the obvious things. WE have to eat right, don’t smoke, exercise, manage stress. I know that sometimes even when you do all of these things, it still can be a constant struggle. My husband for instance….

9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet
9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet

Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet “Healthy eating is a way of life, so it’s important to establish routines that are simple, realistically, and ultimately livable.”      Arthur Agatston I began a plant based diet about 5 years ago and took it even more seriously after I had my daughter. It started slowly, very much…

Paleo Blueberry Muffins
Paleo Blueberry Muffins

This paleo blueberry muffin recipe is gluten free, dairy free, and low carb. I have made these for people without any diet restrictions and they absolutely love them. The almond flour keeps these muffins nice and moist, and lets be honest…who doesn’t love blueberry muffins?! They are perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Jump to…

Vegan Blueberry Crisp
Vegan Blueberry Crisp

This vegan blueberry crisp is an incredibly easy to execute, delicious dessert. This recipe is so wholesome, I would even eat it for breakfast. It is packed with oats, whole wheat flour, and of course…blueberries! Jump to Recipe This Vegan Blueberry Crisp is great for when you are craving something sweet.Which if you are anything…

Vegan Boston Baked Beans
Vegan Boston Baked Beans

This quarantine has my family eating a lot of beans. So i have been trying new ways to prepare them. So I decided to make Vegan Boston Baked Beans. I was watching Mythical Kitchen last night, and they were showing all the fun ways to eat beans during this pandemic. They did shakshuka, black bean…

Whole Wheat Pita Bread
Whole Wheat Pita Bread

This is a very simple whole wheat pita recipe. If you are a beginner in the world of bread making, do not be intimidated. It really is that easy. Jump to Recipe After you mix in the wet ingredients and the flour, you want to knead it for about five minutes on a floured surface….

Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta
Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta

I love this Vegan almond whipped ricotta cheese recipe. It is incredibly simple to make, and is useful with so many meals. As you can see it tastes awesome on toast with some avocado. I have also used it for many appetizer like pesto pinwheels, or yummy Italian dishes like baked ziti. Jump to Recipe…

Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds
Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds

  I recently came across a great overnight oats with chia seed recipe and thought I would share it. It is an awesome spin on your regular breakfast My family eats oats every morning. We vary it with different toppings and spreads. Jump to Recipe Ingredients 1/2 cup non dairy milk of choice. I use…

The Best BBQ Sauce
The Best BBQ Sauce

So the nice weather is here and that means one amazing thing. Barbecue! Which of course stems from a wonderful sauce/ marinade. I have just the thing. A million times better than store bought and packed with flavor. This sauce is rich, robust, a bit spicy…and goes great on EVERYTHING! Jump to recipe There are…

Weight Loss Strategies with Mindful Eating
Weight Loss Strategies with Mindful Eating

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Mindful Eating Weight Loss Strategies From the countless trips to the gym to cutting back on the amount and kind of food to consume, losing weight has never been an easy journey hence the need to adopt a sustainable and weight loss technique that can effectively do the task. Several weight…

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Five Health Benefits of Cooking With Olive Oil

There are so many health benefits of cooking with olive oil… Olive oil comes from green or black olives, which are about 20 percent oil. This oil, in turn, is composed of about 73 percent heart-healthy monounsaturated oil. The very best quality oil, extra virgin, is cold-pressed from ripe olives grown mainly in countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Olive oil is heart-healthy because it can help to lower LDL blood cholesterol levels or LDLs. This refers to low-density blood lipids linked to heart disease. There are many olive oil health benefits. Types of Olive Oil There are several grades of...

Home Improvement Ideas to Make Your Room More Fashionable 

You don’t always have to equate money with making significant improvements; there are times when all you need is a dash of creativity. For example, if you are simply looking to jazz up your room or add a pop of color NeonMama could help. Some vibrant neon signs on the wall can help bring any room to life! You just need to let your imaginations take over and not let limits stifle the good stuff that can come from it. But don’t get too fancy, nobody’s asking you to solve world hunger and save humanity from extinction. Maybe it’s better to first...

Black Friday Online Sales for Plus Size Waist Trainer

Black Friday Online Sales for Plus Size Waist Trainer Never miss the chance this coming Black Friday Online Sales to buy and get the best waist trainer for you! Loverbeauty has lots for plus size women that can enhance your figure fashionably at an affordable price. Fill your closet with great investments of waist trainer available. 1. Adjustable Lace Straps Underbust Shaper                      Adjustable Lace Straps Underbust Body Shaper This plus size waist trainer is focused on shaping your middle, back, thighs, and hip area giving you a much natural curve. For a whopping price down of 50% off, this is must-buy shapewear....

My Kids New Normal

I just dropped my daughter off at school and I got this overwhelming feeling of “what the hell is going on?” I put the little mask on her beautiful little face and I really can’t get over how this is her normal.  The other day she asked me how long everyone is going to be sick for. She is almost 4 now and needs to be around more people than just me and my husband. She is begging for social interaction and I can’t give that to her. Such a terrible feeling. All I can say is that I hope...

Support Your Child and Their Passion for Extreme Sports

How to Support Your Childs Passion in Extreme Sports If your son or daughter is interested in Extreme Sports, you often walk a fine line between supporting your kids passion and having unrealistic expectations. While you may encourage your children to be physically active and even set aside time to exercise as a family, you may have noticed that one or more of your kids is interested in unconventional athletic activities. It’s important to be your child’s biggest cheerleader while still allowing them to explore the sports of their choice and decide how long they’d like to be involved in...

Improve Your Health by Adopting a Pet

People today are very preoccupied with their health and things they can do to improve their overall wellbeing. From starting a day with a green juice, jogging, meditating, using natural supplements, improving their diets to religiously putting in time at the gym.  Yet, there might be another way to make great improvement health-wise and save a life along the way – getting a pet!  Adopt a Pet and Become Healthier  Even a cursory look at the pet ownership statistics will tell a poignant tale and, hopefully, inspire you to consider adopting an animal from a shelter.  There are some 14,000...

Wake up to Benefits of a Good Nights Sleep

Health Benefits of a Good Night Sleep Disclosure – This post contains affiliate links. You’ve got your exercise routine down and found a healthy balanced diet that suits you. But if you neglect your sleep, you’re probably undoing all of that hard work. There are plenty of reasons why you shouldn’t be so quick to compromise a good night’s sleep.  I’m pretty sure at some point in our lives we’ve all been caught in up in making a decision between watching “just one more” episode of our favorite series or actually getting some shut eye. So before you carry on...

Products to Help Relieve Dry Skin

Products to Help Relieve Dry Skin With fall right around the corner, you know that winter will not be far behind. You can prepare your skin for the upcoming elements by stocking your beauty stockpile with products that work to treat and prevent dry skin. In addition to the cold and dry weather conditions, being forced indoors can also wreak havoc on the skin. Here are six beauty products to help relieve dry skin. Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize All of the good beauty habits in the world do not mean a thing if you are not diligent about moisturizing frequently throughout...

Should you Rent or Buy the Home of Your Dreams?

Should You Buy or Rent a Home? There comes a time when people are faced with the question of if they should continue renting or if they should purchase a home.  Purchasing a home is a good way to secure yourself financially for the future, as long as you can afford it. Renting and buying both come with their own set of expenses, and each can vary depending on where you are living and what your living space entails. Today, we’re going to discuss some of the pros and cons related to each in order to help you make an...

How to Teach Your Kids About Money 

Teaching your kids about money is skill that all children should learn. Financially savvy parents understand the importance of empowering children to make good decisions about money when they are young, knowing that these skills will serve them well later in life. A great way to teach your kids about money is through coupons. Take a sneak a peek at this website for some savings.  Here are five ways that you can teach your children about money and savings. Teach Them About Wants Versus Needs The cornerstone of good financial planning is understanding the fundamental difference between wants and needs....

What to Keep in Your Kitchen to Help Promote Healthy Habits

What to Keep in Your Kitchen to Help Promote Healthy Habits Healthy habits are so important. Keeping your family as healthy as possible can be challenging for any parent, but there are things you can do to change that. The following are a few products you can keep in the kitchen to promote healthy habits for your family. Yogurt Maker One thing that could make life a little better at home is a simple yogurt maker. Having a surplus of yogurt available at home makes it easier for your family to eat yogurt when they want. Having just one or...

A Beginners Guide To Homeschooling

A Beginners Guide to Homeschooling Homeschooling can be overwhelming when you are starting.That is why a beginners guide to homeschooling is more important now than ever.  There are so many things to do, read, and remember – you will need to research curriculum options. Decide on the best plan for you and your child. And of course, make these decisions knowing the best learning methods your little ones are most comfortable with. As a homeschooling family, you’re required to understand what is allowed and not allowed under your state’s education laws. However, while you may feel overwhelmed with all the...