How fun are these? They're healthy, easy to assemble, great for little toddler hands and make great leftovers! Thanks to mama of two, Alex S., for the idea! Ingredients: quantity depends on how many you want to make, but there is no right or wrong ratio for this meal! zucchini (you can also use big bell peppers!*) brown rice or quinoa black beans ground turkey corn, cooked and off the cob tomatoes, diced shredded cheese salsa salt and pepper Directions: pre-cook: brown your m

How to deal with heat, sun and a baby. And just like that, it’s summertime! It can be a struggle to navigate warm temperatures when you have an infant. Remember - they get hot faster than adults and cannot regulate their body temperature like we can, which means their only way of cooling down is crying to alert someone for help. But never fear - here are some products and tips that will make this summer a breeze! 1. Shade is your best friend. Find some tree coverage, a tent,

Dear Fellow Mom, Stop Apologizing Why? Because you’re doing your best. You’re tired. You’re trying. You’re giving every ounce of energy to your little one. And I get it. We all do. Don’t you know that I too have a stack of dirty dishes in the sink? Don’t apologize for that. When I see those dishes, I see a family who is lucky to put food on the table, a family who eats together, who is dedicated to nourishing growing bodies. That pile of clean laundry that needs folding? You’

Want a fun, tasty salad to make in a flash now that the kiddos are out of school? Try this Asian-inspired recipe! Ingredients 1 package of broccoli slaw (or thinly shred broccoli, carrots and red cabbage, 4 cups total) 3 packages of ramen noodles, oriental flavor - keep ONE seasoning packet 4 tablespoons of canola oil 4 tablespoons of sugar 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper 1 cup toasted, slivered almonds 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 handful of dried cranberries optional: 1/4

Jenny is excited to be a member of the Bosom Buddy team. She has a bachelors degree in accounting from Trevecca University. Jenny is a full time doula serving both birth and postpartum clients. Bosom Buddy is proud to call Jenny part of the team! Recently Jenny answered a few questions so everyone can get to know her. Tell us about your family. I am one of four girls and also a twin. I'm also really close to my in-laws! My husband is 1 of 5 What brought you to Middle TN

Megan is excited to be a member of the Bosom Buddy team. Megan is originally from the Chicago area but moved to Middle TN to pursue education. She has a bachelors degree in psychology from Belmont University. Megan currently teaches yoga and barre at Blooma Yoga in Nashville and is a full time doula. Bosom Buddy is proud to call Megan part of the team! Recently Megan answered a few questions so everyone can get to know her. Tell us about your family I am the baby of 4 an

So crisp. So crunchy. So easy! Makes for a refreshing and quick weeknight dinner during warm months! And this is a great recipe if you’re practicing ‘baby-led feeding’ – lots of bite-size, brightly-colored items for your munchkin’. Ingredients this fed two hungry adults with a small portion leftover mixed greens, chopped 1 can black beans, rinsed and dried 1 ear of corn, cooked, off the cob 1 avocado, cut into small pieces 1 jicama, peeled and chopped – I only used a quarter

It’s like a popsicle – for your mama parts! If you are preparing to give birth, you must take 15 minutes and make these to help your precious body heal and feel better! Recovery after birth is, unfortunately, not discussed enough. Our bodies go through some major changes during the process of birthing a child. Organs move around. Skin tears. Muscles tear. It’s not pretty but it’s what we are made to do. Then we get home and have a tiny infant to care for and are healing ourse

Now that it’s getting warmer, I’ve been craving cold smoothies in the mornings. But, I don’t always have time to make them. I recently found this awesome trick for always having a healthy, quick breakfast or snack: Make a giant batch of smoothie – just grab all your ingredients and keep reloading the blender. Fill all your mason jars (hence the ‘southern’ in the title) There is a freeze line near the top of the jar to help not overflow it. I make about 8 at a time for the who

One Pan Dinner: Crusted Salmon with Roasted Broccoli and Potatoes This is such an easy dinner to make – great for busy weeknights when you get home late or want to cook fast and chance the sun. Ingredients salmon filets – this recipe is for 2-3 filets ¼ cup lemon juice 1 cup mayonnaise (could sub for Greek yogurt – although I haven’t tried this) salt and pepper 1 clove minced garlic or couple shakes of garlic powder 1 cup panko bread crumbs (if you are GF you could sub for fi