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Changes in season are filled with much excitement for trees budding, flowers blooming, and the feeling of a “fresh start”. Although the seasonal change can be a welcome sign of warmer weather and more sunshine, or leaves falling, for many, it signifies the start of coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat, and even … Read more
Dear Kale Blossoms, starting on a positive note, we love partnering with women on their health journeys! It’s the best job in the world! Pinky promise! So please bear with us while we go “negative Nancy” for a sec… It’s been disappointing to sit with so many women over the last decade who say their … Read more
You’ve probably heard about MTHFR by now… it’s currently one of the trendiest genes, having made its way onto the health + wellness stage. And if you haven’t, that’s okay, too — friendly FYI, its actually not an acronym for a naughty word (although when you don’t feel well, it’s sure cause for wanting to … Read more
Congratulations on your bundle of joy or soon-to-be bundle of joy! There is so much that goes into planning for pre-conception care, pregnancy, labor and delivery… and breastfeeding should certainly be added to the list! We’ve been with many Moms who have struggled with breastfeeding, unfortunately. It’s one of the most natural tasks of motherhood … Read more
Do you ever stand in the grocery aisle staring at a food label attempting to contemplate its meaning? Yup, we’ve been there, too, and we’re here to help! We’ve taken some of the most common, misleading and confusing ingredients + terms found on food labels and spelled them out in an explanation we can all … Read more
Ear infections in children can be the worst! Especially if they become a repeat problem for your child. This condition equates to painful days and sleepless nights for both kids and their parents. Ear infections, also known as acute otitis media, in children are extremely common. The NIH estimates that 5 out of 6 children … Read more
Because proper snoozing is key to health! Sleep—still considered somewhat of a mystery by the medical community– has been proven to restore our bodies starting a cellular level, boost our energy + mood and is necessary for overall health. On average, seven to nine hours of sleep are needed by adults. Every. Single. Night. On … Read more
If you continue to have sleep difficulties, consult with your healthcare team or check out this super helpful Sleep Test to find answers – empower yourself + support your health & wellness! Happy, healthy sleeping to you!
Feeling more tired than usual and just can’t seem to shake it? Gaining a few extra pounds despite continued exercise + clean eating? Hair loss, thinning eyebrows, feeling like you’re moving through quick sand, constipation, foggy thinking, dry skin, poor mood, sleep problems, cold body temperature, and even infertility? Many Americans, especially women in their … Read more
Progesterone is an immensely important hormone for us, ladies! Its name literally means “promotion of gestation” so naturally and rightfully so, it takes center-stage in conversations surrounding pregnancy-both in trying to achieve pregnancy and also during pregnancy however this pretty little hormone has far-reaching effects beyond the extent of pregnancy. It’s sometimes referred to the … Read more
Mother-nature has long celebrated what research is now confirming in regards to child birth. The most optimal entry into this world occurs through the vaginal canal. This delivery method appears to have far reaching positive effects on overall health. Although there remains much to learn regarding the complex process of labor and delivery, the amazingly … Read more
We’ve grown accustomed to thinking that PMS and any affiliated menstrual complaints (insert your symptoms here: cramping, gas, bloating, mood swings, low energy, heavy bleeding, clotting, stop and start blood flow, back pain, headaches)—are so common that it’s “normal”. Guess what? It’s actually not normal. Believe it or not, it IS possible to have a … Read more