Motherhood

Protein is a vital key to a sharp, clear-thinking brain, and a strong, well-fueled body. Here we discover the ease of grabbing something delicious as well as nourishing, with our bare hands. These beautifully browned muffins are full of protein, alkalizing green veggies that detoxify the liver, and onions, which feed probiotics; the good bacteria that fuel optimal digestion in the intestines. Onions also have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial properties, and can lower blood sugar. These hearty muffins have been tested by family and friends, proving what every parent will love: Starting the morning with Claire’s Eggs & Bacon Flourless Muffins, we can move easily into our fullest day with confidence, enjoying stable blood sugar that will last for many productive and playful hours. Step-by-Baby-Step: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. (Makes 24 small muffins) Preparation time: Approx. 1 hour = 35 mins. prep., plus cooking time: 11-15 mins.

I love February 14th — what girl doesn't — so I start experimenting early with new Valentine's Day recipes. For the occasion, I stocked up at the Farmer's Market on baskets of fresh, juicy red raspberries. I was mashing some with banana as the base for a Valentine's dessert idea I had when Chloe looked at the contents of the bowl and started shrieking "I want some!!! My girl went on to eat every last drop when suddenly, it hit me: what baby wouldn't love this bright, pink homemade puree that's packed with potassium and Vitamin C? Luckily I had pints more of raspberries on hand, so I quickly mixed up a new batch to taste for myself. What can I say, my daughter has good taste. It was delicious. Even though this recipe is perfect for babies given it's smooth texture and simple composition, there's no reason adults won't love it too. Swirled into plain Greek yogurt or even served on top of ice cream, it's a treat that you can serve your special someone this Valentine's Day or any day you

All the major news networks now have segments on Heroes. It appears to be a time in our history when we need to bring them to mass media to remind us that altruism is a virtue. Some are soldiers who have died in the line of duty under heroic circumstances. Some are individuals who have found special ways to give of their time, energy and money to make a difference and help others in need. Heroes are amazing examples of unselfish concern for the welfare of others entirely without ulterior motive: selflessness. It is the philosophical doctrine that right action is that which produces the greatest benefit to others. And then there are Heroines, women who possess heroic qualities. I personally have a heroine whose story I would like to tell. She is Josephine Nalugo, a young woman in Kampala, Uganda, Africa. I first met Josephine in July of 2007 when she emailed my company asking for a donation of a baby carrier. She introduced herself as a member of the Children in Africa Project. This was

So, you want to have a baby, you’re pregnant, just had a baby or you’re at the point of your journey where you’re curious about the likes of motherhood BUT your sisters, mom, aunts, cousins, friends from childhood and college all have their own ideas about it.  On top of that there are approximately 30,000 books on Amazon covering the topics of pregnancy, motherhood and raising babies.  Who’s got the right answer? Where’s the space for your feelings, thoughts and motherly instincts about it all?  When I was pregnant, I felt I had no idea how to care for children or be pregnant, let alone give birth.  Yet, the thousands of years of women birthing along with my lovey doula handing me The Continuum Concept smiling saying, “You gotta read this,” brought comfort.  I’ve always been an instinctual girl who “goes to the beat of her own drum” as my mother likes to call it. When I read this book, it felt like permission to trust my undeveloped