by Holistically Whole | Aug 28, 2016
If you read my monthly newsletter, you know that I took a family trip recently. I promise to post an update about that as soon as I can get my bearings (I’m still not totally unpacked!). But for now you get these peachy recipes…Peach Waffles topped with...
by Holistically Whole | Aug 3, 2016
Happy August! This month’s Young Living promotions are all about back-to-school. Stock up on these essential oil-infused favorites! If you aren’t a member of Young Living, it’s a great time to get started with Essential Oils! And if you are already a...
by Holistically Whole | Jul 28, 2016
It can be difficult to find snacks to make for our kiddos who are on special diets. I haven’t had the urge to bake in awhile, but Trader Joe’s was all out of Christopher’s beloved dried mangoes (one of the clerks there told us that our local...
by Holistically Whole | Jul 11, 2016
Essential Oils are great, but you might be wondering about using them on children. Are they good for kids? Are they safe? How should you apply them? Rest assured, you can safely and effectively use essential oils on children following these simple guidelines. Always...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 28, 2016
It’s Shark Week, and I’m so excited. If you are not familiar with Shark Week, it is the week when the Discovery Channel devotes its prime time shows entirely to sharks. I have been watching Shark Week for over 20 years. Now you are probably thinking, “Wow,...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 24, 2016
I’ve really been neglecting this blog – things this month just seemed to get really chaotic with school ending, figuring out our summer schedule, nightmares at work, a weird reality show audition, and a recent death in the family. But then I was thinking,...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 10, 2016
Like most kids with autism, my son Christopher had gastrointestinal issues. For years and years we strictly adhered to the GAPS diet (and by we, I mainly mean my poor kiddo), which helps to heal the gut. Today, his diet has changed a little (kind of a dairy-free PALEO...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 2, 2016
Christopher’s 9th birthday was this past weekend. If you regularly read this blog or you know me, you know that Christopher has severe regressive autism. While birthdays come with mixed emotions – including memories of babyhood and thoughts of how quickly time passes...
by Holistically Whole | May 26, 2016
Maybe you’ve never heard of food pairing. Maybe you have and it seems super-complicated. Or maybe you know all about it and just haven’t tried it. Whatever the case, here is some quick basic info to get you started. The whole idea is that it is not just WHAT we eat...
by Holistically Whole | May 18, 2016
Last week I wrote about the need to take a break when you are exhausted and overwhelmed. Apparently, I didn’t rest long enough. I’ve been fighting off a virus or something that finally caught up with me. So, I’m sick…. waaaahhhh! Okay,...
by Holistically Whole | May 10, 2016
First off, I’m sorry that I’ve been MIA for a week or so. But, April really did me in and I needed a break. Looking back, I realize that this is the time of year that I am usually the most stressed. April is not only Autism Awareness Month – which...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 30, 2016
The end of April! April is extremely busy, and sometimes depressing, for autism families. But this one was a little different. I was able to showcase some true-life autism stories from some awesome autism moms on this blog, and there were some new encouraging...
by Laura Hirsch | Apr 29, 2016
I was so excited to kick-off my autism guest blog series this month with a story of hope and recovery. I cannot think of a better way to conclude it than with a story of hope for a sea change, for truth and justice for our children. And there is no one better to tell...
by Zen Jen | Apr 28, 2016
Today is National Great Poetry Reading Day. In honor, I am posting the poem that Jen submitted with her earlier guest blog post. So, immerse yourself in all things poetic and reflect on life’s journey and YOUR journey, and enjoy the poetry of Zen Jen. A Luminary...
by Lisa Ann Pitts | Apr 27, 2016
Today’s guest blogger, Lisa Ann Pitts, tackles the “Mommy Wars” autism-style with her amazing wit, humor, and spunk. We moms all need to support each other, and this goes doubly for autism moms. Our challenges are too great to waste time judging the...
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
