Natural Parenthood

One of the biggest concerns of new moms is "will I make enough milk?" Most of the time this concern is unfounded because our bodies are beautifully designed to feed our babies. When I work with a mom who truly does not have enough milk to feed her baby, I always ask...

A labor that included an IV of fluids may cause postpartum edema in your feet, hands AND breasts. This type of breast swelling is not normal and is referred to as engorgement. The breasts and areola are firm. The skin is stretched and tight. Under these conditions,...

Root vegetables are a delicious addition to any menu, and are especially beneficial during the cooler months when cold and flu season is upon us. As Paul Pitchford says in Healing with Whole Foods: root vegetables “grow in cold climates and contain minerals and other...

To improve elimination through the skin, regular exercise is important to stimulate sweating. Exercise helps overall with detoxification and also improves our general metabolism. Regular aerobic exercise is a key to maintaining a nontoxic body in our toxic...