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Choosing a Word or Theme for the Year: A Gentle Alternative to New Years Resolutions or New Years Goals

As the calendar turns to the start of a new year, there’s often an unspoken pressure to reinvent ourselves overnight. New year, new goals, new routines, new everything. But for many of us, traditional resolutions can feel rigid. This is especially true for those craving a slower and more intentional life. These resolutions can also feel overwhelming and short‑lived. It is very much an all or…

December Reset: How to Create a Calm, Beautiful, and Festive Seasonal Home This Month

December arrives with an energy all its own. The crisp air, the early sunsets, the slow drift toward the holidays—everything about this month invites you to settle in, breathe deeper, and create a home that feels warm and grounded. However, December can also bring overwhelm: busy schedules, cluttered rooms, and the pressure to “make the season magical.” This December reset is your gentle guide…

What Is Volume Eating - And How It Can Help You Feel Satisfied Without Restriction

Have you ever wished you could sit down to a full, abundant plate of food and walk away feeling content—without also feeling like you “overdid it”? That’s where the idea of volume eating comes in. It’s a way of approaching meals that focuses on nourishment, fullness, and joy rather than restriction. Here’s the truth: you don’t have to eat tiny portions to care for your body. You can enjoy meals…

11 Things I’ve Given Up to Live a More Intentional and Abundant Life

Have you ever felt like life is moving too fast, leaving little time for the things that truly matter? For years, I struggled with this feeling—constantly busy yet unfulfilled. Over the past several years, I’ve been on a journey toward a simpler, slower, and more abundant life. Along the way, I’ve discovered that letting go of certain habits and mindsets has been just as important as adopting new…

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Pregnancy Nutrition Weeks 7–10: Fueling Rapid Growth and Easing Early Symptoms

You’ve made it past the earliest weeks — and while your baby is still only about the size of a raspberry by week 10, they’re growing faster than ever. Between Weeks 7 and 10, critical developments include forming fingers and toes, defining facial features, and maturing internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, and intestines. While your baby is busy growing, for some you may notice pregnancy…

How to Simplify Your Digital Life and Be More Present

In a world constantly buzzing with pings, notifications, and never-ending scrolls, choosing to slow down and live intentionally requires more than just setting your phone aside — it’s a wholehearted shift in how we experience our days. If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for your phone without even realizing it, or scrolling endlessly only to feel more anxious or behind, you’re not alone.…

Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Improve Gut and Brain Health Naturally

Why Gut and Brain Health Go Hand-in-Hand Have you ever woken up with bloating and found yourself in a foggy mental state later in the day? You’re not imagining it—your gut and brain are in constant dialogue via a complex system called the gut–brain axis. Through hormones, immune signals, and especially gut microbes, the health of your digestive system directly affects your mood, clarity, and…

How Marriage Impacts Nutrition and Eating Habits (And What to Do About It)

Marriage brings many beautiful changes—shared dreams, deeper intimacy, and yes, changes in how (and what) you eat. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, research shows that marriage affects nutrition and eating habits in real and lasting ways. As a dietitian who has counseled couples and individuals on nutrition for the last several years, I can also attest to this…

Weeks 1–4 of Pregnancy: Fertility Nutrition & Early Pregnancy Diet Essentials

Wondering what to eat during the first 4 weeks of pregnancy or while trying to conceive? Whether you’re actively TTC (trying to conceive) or just discovered you’re expecting, Weeks 1–4 are a powerful time to lay the nutritional groundwork for a healthy pregnancy. Even before that positive test, your body is preparing to support the earliest stages of life — from fertilization to implantation.…

Weeks 4–6 of Pregnancy: What to Eat & Why It Matters

Congratulations! You likely just found out you are pregnant—or you strongly suspect you might be. If that’s you, welcome! These early weeks are an exciting and important time, and today, we’re going to outline what foods to prioritize eating to support your health and your baby’s as they begin to develop! What’s Happening Right Now? At this stage, your baby is beginning to divide into…

Macronutrients 101: What Are Proteins, Carbs, and Fats?Macronutrients 101: Proteins, Carbs, and Fats Explained Simply

If you’ve ever tried to eat healthier or looked at a nutrition label, you’ve probably heard the term macronutrients. But what exactly are they—and why do they matter? Macronutrients, often called macros, are the nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function properly. There are three main types: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Each plays a unique and essential role in your health. Let’s…

From Pages to Plates: How Talking and Reading About Food Can Help Your Picky Eater Thrive

If your child only eats beige foods and gives broccoli the stink eye, you’re not alone — and you’re not failing. Picky eating is a normal part of early childhood. However, if mealtimes have become a battleground and you’re longing for a dinner without negotiations, here is some hopeful news: the path to less picky eating might just begin with a book and a good conversation. Yes…

20 Free or Budget-Friendly Date Night Ideas

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My 2024 Word & Theme for the Year: Abundance

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25 Life Lessons I’ve Learned in my 25 Years

Another birthday has since came and gone but the whole month leading up to my birthday I spent reflecting on my life these last 25 years. Even more so I feel like I honed in on the last 5 years of my life as they have been extremely transformative having left formal education, started my career in clinical dietetics, becoming a wife, a homeowner, and so much more! Without further ado though,…

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What I Have Learned in My 2 Years of Marriage

My husband and I will be celebrating two beautiful years of marriage this week. I know that is truly so small in the grand scheme of life, but I do feel as though we have walked through and learned so much! So, I wanted to share these lessons and words of advice with you today! I hope this may in some way bless your marriage or future marriage. Be the person you want to be married to. As I have…

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