Author: Ashly
Ways to Lower Your Toxic Load
When you hear the phrase “toxic load”, what do you think of? Toxic load is an accumulation of several different unhealthy or less-than-ideal components that have a negative effect on our overall health and wellness. This can include environmental issues like poor air quality and tainted water, physical problems like overconsumption of ultra processed foods,… Read more
When the Going Gets Tough, Hug Your Spouse.
My husband and I recently went through (and are still coming out of) one of the craziest, toughest years either of us have ever experienced. It prompted me to want to give a bit of advice on how to stay connected with your partner during tough times, and how to avoid taking your stress and… Read more
Blueberry Waffles
These blueberry waffles have become a serious breakfast staple for me! I pretty much make a batch a week and keep them in the freezer so they stay fresh. I pull out two every morning and pop them in the toaster (just like an eggo!), top them with a little grass fed butter and pure… Read more
Hi there!
Welcome to the destination of my mind – where all things mama, wife, workout fanatic, yogi, and psychology enthusiast merge together. If you landed here, chances are you fit into some or all of these categories (or you soon will, or you hope to). My goal is that this blog gives you some comfort in… Read more
My Birth Story.
I am sharing the birth story of my first baby, my son Alexander who was born January 14th of this year. I am sharing this because I LOVE hearing birth stories from other women! My story is not going to be the same as anyone else’s story and THAT is what makes it beautiful. There… Read more
Banana Coconut Mini Muffins
These mini banana coconut muffins are a huge hit in my house! They are perfect for a quick grab and go breakfast or snack and they freeze really well to keep their freshness. You will need: Ingredients: Directions: Preheat oven to 350° (175°-180° Celsius) and line muffin tin with muffin liners. Combine flour, sugar, baking… Read more
Where to Start with Wellness.
If you’re reading this, great job putting more effort into your overall health and wellbeing. Wellness is so much more than a lack of disease or physical ailments. It is an amalgamation of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. I’m proud of you for being here and for taking the initiative to take care of… Read more
Buying & Baking Organic.
This post is more of a disclaimer than anything. I wanted to make it known that although I try to use as much organic stuff as I can, that doesn’t mean it’s always that way or that I am using or consuming 100% organic. Maybe you don’t buy or use anything organic, and that’s okay.… Read more
The Craziest Year Ever.
In the past year, my husband and I had our first baby, he lost his job, I was forced to leave mine, and his family moved across the country. In June 2023 his family moved from CA to VA (for very good reasons and we are SO happy for them). But it is difficult for… Read more