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Natural Remedies for Treating Eczema

Natural Remedies for Treating Eczema

Eczema can often feel like an uphill battle. Staying on top of the dry skin to prevent flare ups is key to success. But sometimes, they just happen. Sometimes it’s due to food allergies, gut problems or sensitivities, the change in climate, or something that 

Essential Oils Basics

Essential Oils Basics

What are essential oils? Essential oils are aromatic concentrated plant extracts that are carefully obtained through steam distillation, cold pressing, or resin tapping (youngliving.com).  Oils are the lifeblood of plants! They are highly concentrated and contain the compounds that keep plants alive. In humans, they 

Apple Cinnamon Donuts- Gluten Free & Vegan

Apple Cinnamon Donuts- Gluten Free & Vegan

If you’ve got a sweet tooth like me, treats are just hard to kick; which is why I’m all about the healthier versions.  Enter baked apple cinnamon donuts!  I think donuts are one of my favorite foods, especially on a foggy Sunday morning. Maybe they 

The Ultimate Activity List to Survive Home Quarantine

The Ultimate Activity List to Survive Home Quarantine

Well 2020 has been a year to remember…already.  You’re most likely being ordered to STAY HOME during this COVID-19 crisis and wondering what in the world to do now?!  Or maybe you’ve done ALL the things and need a few more ideas and activities for 

Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins

Vegan Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins

Say hello to the best pumpkin muffins eva! I’m talkin’ toddler approved people. And not to mention they’re vegan and gluten-free! I don’t know about you, but I’m callin’ it a win for this household!  *This post contains affiliate links to products I personally recommend. 

Unplanned ≠ Unwanted

Unplanned ≠ Unwanted

An unplanned pregnancy does NOT equal an unwanted baby THREE kids UNDER the age of THREE years old was not something we thought up for our future… but, apparently, God had other plans for us.  Looking at that very faint positive pregnancy test, literally made 

Birth Story: Trey Elliot

Birth Story: Trey Elliot

Trey Elliot Siemens Born 9-21-19 11:38 am  8 lbs 19.25 in  Here is the birth story of our unexpected blessing.  Backstory  The day before my actual due date was my 40 week prenatal appointment. My midwife checked things out and said I was 3-4 centimeters 

Food Allergy Kit: Essential Items to Carry

Food Allergy Kit: Essential Items to Carry

Are you a food allergy parent? If so, read on to make sure you’re carrying all essential items to keep your child safe and comfortable! As mothers, we tend to worry about our kiddos A LOT… and for just about everything. From their safety and 

Birth Story: Jace Taylor

Birth Story: Jace Taylor

Jace Taylor Siemens Born 6-22-18 1:19am  8lbs oz 19.5 in  Here is his birth story… Backstory   Pregnancy with Jace (our second child) was a challenge, to say the least. In the third trimester, he “dropped” early, which created a ton of pelvic pressure and 

First Signs & Symptoms of Food Allergies

First Signs & Symptoms of Food Allergies

Food allergies are becoming more prevalent each year (far more than they probably should be). Sadly, food allergies are effecting millions of people and can be LIFE THREATENING.  Note that food ALLERGIES are different than food INTOLERANCES. Food allergies CAN cause anaphylaxis, while intolerances do not.