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I love a good food detox and Whole30 is one of my favorite ways to do a good reset.  I've followed Melissa Hartwig since about 2011 and have done a few Whole30s, a few Whole15s, even a Whole Week. It...

If you're like many, each January you choose a problematic behavior that you want to change. You might even have four or five behaviors you wish to adjust. You resolve to be different, and you might even succeed at resisting...

As this year comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to say how much we truly value, appreciate and respect each and every one of you. We are proud that since launching just over a year ago,...

While we love to talk about the merry and bright side of Christmas, as mothers we know that there are so many other feelings that go along with the season. It’s so stressful. Our to-do lists have doubled and...

I recently stumbled across this picture of my daughter and me from a few years ago and it made me stop in my tracks. Why yes, I was about 20 pounds thinner. And yes, you're seeing correctly, she is using...

I have seven children. Most of our children have birthday buddies. What I mean is we have a March 24 and a March 25, a Nov 17 and a Nov 18, a Dec 2 and a Dec 3. This...

When it comes to making your family's meals or treats more nutritious, there are the obvious things you can do such as replace white flour with wheat flour and mixing in oats wherever you can to boost the fiber....

'Tis the season for festivities, parties, and potlucks. If you’re tired of bringing the same ole' chestnuts roasted by the open fire, then here’s the perfect recipe I concocted for when you need a snack AND a pick me...

Church brings me a sense of peace that’s hard to put in words. Every Sunday, after a week of struggle, I’m humbled, reminded that it’s ok that I’ve messed up. I’m reminded that I’m forgiven for the mistakes I’ve...

Dear Santa, Merry Christmas! I know that it must be an incredibly busy time for you as you prepare to make dreams come true for 2 billion kids. It's a lot, I'd imagine. Add in all the mall visits, photographers'...