Can Alix give us her take on granola/protein bars marketed toward kids? Which are the most nutritious packed, lowest in sugar and least amount of preservatives? Should our kids even being really having snacks? Many popular brands like Clif and Rx are making a "Jr." version for the kiddos. Ideally, a kid's snack bar is low in added sugars (<10 grams total sugar) and has some fiber and protein … [Read more...]
Homemade Almond Milk + New Smoothie Recipe
I know the idea of making your own almond milk at home seems a little daunting and maybe even like a waste of time because it is so much easier to just buy almond milk at any grocery store. But, I promise it is actually pretty simple and cost effective (which makes my husband happy) to make your own. It also tastes significantly better than anything you can buy in the store (and I’ve tried A LOT … [Read more...]
Meet Laura: Guest Writer+Working Mama Extraordinaire
Today's post is going to be a bit different. As you know, I am a full-time stay at home mom of two and my perspective on the day-to-day resonates with some of you but a lot of our readers are full-time working moms and I think it's important to reach all audiences and connect. This is why I want you to meet Laura: one of my lifelong friends from Orange County and new mom who recently went back to … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
I'm looking for a camel color wool coat. Can you give me an affordable option and a splurge option? Sure can, girlfriend! I'll give you a couple options for each.. how about that?! Your affordable options: Bloomingdale's has this one on sale, ASOS double breasted here and a wrap option here. As for splurge options: All Saints will always be my favorite and a classic that will last you forever. … [Read more...]
What I Ate Wednesday + A Glimpse Into My Past
I'd like to start off by saying this post is not intended to be interpreted as a "diet" or what you should be eating. Everyone is different and this is just a glimpse into a somewhat typical day for me. I do not count calories, macros, or have any dietary restrictions. I'm a non-diet dietitian and believe in fueling my body consistently throughout the day with the real food so I can live and … [Read more...]
March Beauty Finds
So I thought it would be fun to do a roundup of my beauty finds each month.. kind of like Alix's grocery store finds. But this would be the top products I discovered, used and loved. Now, I don't buy a ton of new beauty products each month but I find myself in a Sephora or Nordstrom more times than I'd like to admit each week and so I am bound to stumble across sooooomething that catches my eye. … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
I need some cute workout shoes but with some support, my arches are hurting a little and I walk so much. Help! I've gone through my fair share of workout shoes and have come up with the ones that truly support me and are comfortable to wear long after I'm done in the gym. And here's what I've concluded... Adidas may be the cutest on the market, but Nike's are the most supportive and versatile. … [Read more...]
10 Simple Swaps for a More Nutritious Pantry
If you follow along on Instagram you might have seen me raid Heather's pantry and fridge last week. She has already made some awesome swaps recently (her Primal Kitchen salad dressing assortment made me so proud), but she wanted me to come and browse her pantry and see where she might be able to continue to make more nutritious choices for her and her family. Let's spring clean this pantry shall … [Read more...]
March Grocery Store Finds
Well March flew by didn't it?! If only the Seattle weather would catch up with the Spring season...OK I'll stop complaining about Seattle weather because this post is about my latest grocery store finds. It was a bit of a slow month in the new product department but I did find a few new gems I'll share with you. CocoYo Coconut Yogurt This is probably by far my favorite find this … [Read more...]
A Day in the Life: Heather
I'll admit it: I'm nosy. I like to know what people's days look like, especially moms- working or not. I've been both and I have friends who are both. After I had Jackson, I went back to work full time and established a great sense of balance in my personal and professional life. It wasn't easy by any means but I enjoyed it. But after Cam, I felt my calling was to stay home with my boys and so … [Read more...]
