America is a great superpower of the world. In its short history, America has taken one of the greatest, if not the greatest, positions in the world as the establisher of modern culture and policy. The United States is a worldwide symbol of opportunity, education, and progress. The mighty American media has unquestionably molded the...
Reclaiming the Family: Introduction
This is the first of a series of posts from my graduating thesis from Goddard College where I received a B.A. in Health Arts and Sciences. I’m really proud of the work I completed here and now, almost 2 years later, I’ve decided to share it in pieces on my blog. I hope you enjoy...
Remembering My Homebirth
Today we celebrated my second daughter’s first birthday. Wow- a year can pass so quickly! I learn so much from my children and this learning process begins with the unfolding of their birth. Charlotte was born in the peace and warmth of our home, in water and next to a soothing fire while the sun...
Meal Planning: Diet for Pregnant and Nursing Moms
Need to eat right during pregnancy and lactation? Let’s begin by diving into the following recommendations for Pregnant and Nursing moms from the Weston A. Price Foundation (www.westonaprice.org). Diet for Pregnant and Nursing Mothers Cod Liver Oil to supply 20,000 IU vitamin A and 2000 IU vitamin D per day 1 quart (or 32 ounces)...
Cloth Diapers Made Easy
Most people understand the benefit of cloth diapers, but can’t imagine putting in the time and effort to do it. Obviously cloth diapers are environmentally friendly, especially by reducing the overwhelming plastic waste problem in the United States, and the world. Cloth diapers help many children from sever diaper rashes. My personal reasons for using...