Safe Summer Sun Fun

Safe Sunscreen for Baby and Kids

As we roll full on into summer fun, my pale-skinned kiddos resist the long-sleeved light t-shirts I'd really love them to wear. And so the question of sunscreen comes up. What to put all over their tender skin? I was thrilled to see the Badger line topping the list over at Safe Mama -- we're familiar with that one, and it's pretty easy to find. Check out what other sunscreens are recommended and why (SafeMama keeps a close watch over the ingredient list!). Let us know in the comments which sunblocks are your faves. Shine on, mamahhhs!   … [Read more...]

Sacred Stones for Birth

Mamahhh Birth Necklace

My birthing necklace is a sacred treasure from my daughter’s birth. The necklace is made from the stones, gems, and charms given by my circle of women friends and guides. Having that necklace present during birth, I felt so connected to their hopes and dreams for me. That circle of stones also helped me feel connected to the grand circle of women who have birthed through the ages—the grandmothers of our grandmothers. I am not the first to birth; I am not the last. I am perfectly held on this journey to meet my daughter. I am in my perfect place in the spiral of women who … [Read more...]

Talking Self-Nurturing over at TLCatholic!

Hey Lovely Mamahhhs, I'm guest blogging over at TL Catholic this week! Make the short trip over to Katie's blog for more on why you'll want to: 1. Take a a deep breath 2. Get your feet naked and 3. Say something  nice! Yep, feeling better and being better is just that simple. Enjoy, good mama! … [Read more...]

For Heaven’s Sake, Try Some Yoga!

Christian Postpartum Yoga

Katie from TLCatholic shares her totally grounded, insightful, and witty experience --and ultimately acceptance-- of yoga as a practice for feeling better in her body and bringing ease into her life. She's so easy to read! And she makes a great point about yoga's helpfulness during the postpartum phase of mothering. Enjoy! -- "Bring your hands to heart's center.  Focus on your breath.  Allow your movement to flow from your breath..." Sitting in a classroom of Butler Hospital (for those of you who are not from Rhode Island, that's the mental hospital, or as my politically correct … [Read more...]