by Holistically Whole | Apr 13, 2017
Most parents have experienced a comment that made them cringe or cry. I’m pretty sure ALL autism parents have. I try to tell my kids to think before they speak and ask themselves the following: Is it helpful? Is it necessary? Is it kind? I think that’s a good rule of...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 10, 2017
Brothers and sisters share a unique bond and understand each other like no one else can. There is something to be said for growing up with the same weirdness and memories and history. And of course all of the inside jokes siblings have about their parents –...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 7, 2017
You might be able to tell from the title that I’m a little biased. The author of the cookbook Cooking With Leo is a friend of mine. Erica Daniels is an advocate for health and autism, a speaker, author, and super autism mom. But I do honestly own her cookbook,...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 4, 2017
April is Autism Awareness Month, but for families affected by autism this is kind of a joke. Because we are aware of autism every second of every day, all year long. And it feels like the world lights in up blue in April and gets all lovey dovey for our kids and then...
by Holistically Whole | Mar 28, 2017
We (hopefully) all want to reduce toxins as much as possible. But the list seems endless. There are pesticides on our lawns and in our food. There are flame retardants in our clothes and furniture. Cookware is toxic. Cleaning products are poison. Personal care...
by Holistically Whole | Mar 15, 2017
Did you know that when you get thrown off of a train in France, they don’t wait until it reaches the next station to kick you out? It’s true. I was backpacking through Europe in my early 20s. I had a Euro-rail pass, but a ticket was still required for each train trip....
by Holistically Whole | Feb 28, 2017
Happy Fat Tuesday! In New Orleans, this is the culmination of the annual Mardi Gras celebration. Twenty years ago I was celebrating on Bourbon Street. Back then I thought traditional Mardi Gras fare consisted mainly of Hurricanes and Hand Grenades. Today, my life is...
by Holistically Whole | Feb 14, 2017
Happy Valentine’s Day! If you are a mom, especially an autism mom, your love life might be a little… neglected. As in, moths are flying off of it. But if you have essential oils, you are in luck – I mean… HE is! What can’t essential oils...
by Holistically Whole | Feb 2, 2017
Happy February! This month’s Young Living promotions are all about self-care. It’s important to show family and friends that you care, but don’t forget to treat yourself! If you aren’t a member of Young Living, it’s a great time to get started with...
by Holistically Whole | Jan 29, 2017
Happy Chinese New Year! If you didn’t know that today was the start of Chinese New Year, you obviously don’t have kids in grade school. All I’ve heard about for the past week is fortune cookies, chop sticks, and the Chinese Zodiak. I’m a Rabbit, by the way. 2017 is...
by Holistically Whole | Jan 26, 2017
As usual, I’ve been neglecting this blog (honestly, do I even have a post that doesn’t start out that way?!). I know I need to check in with my 4 loyal readers, but I’m just not feeling inspired right now. Life keeps getting in the way. I’ve been overwhelmed with...
by Holistically Whole | Jan 4, 2017
In my monthly newsletter, I wrote about living your dream and some of the things I’ve learned from decisions I’ve made and challenges I’ve faced over the years. I thought I would expound on that a little bit more, because our dreams are important. We all have gifts...
by Holistically Whole | Dec 22, 2016
If you read this blog, you know that I love DIY homemade nontoxic stuff. You also know that I am not really good at that. I’m pretty messy, I’m klutzy, and I almost never get anything right the first time. Because I have 3 kids – one with severe...
by Holistically Whole | Dec 9, 2016
Yoga has long been a passion of mine. In a few months I’ll be a certified yoga teacher. Yay! I’m excited, but also exhausted. Between being an autism mom, my full-time job, my volunteer work, writing, and the holiday season, it has been difficult to fit school into my...
by Holistically Whole | Nov 9, 2016
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My autism journey has changed the way I live and care for my family. I am passionate about nontoxic products, natural remedies, grain-free nutrition, essential oils, and healing the symptoms known as autism. This is a space for anyone aspiring toward cleaner, healthier living.
XO Joanna
