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Eczema, chronic runny nose, constipation... Today's kids are plagued with chronic illnesses and often times, little attempt is made to look a bit deeper at what might be causing it. Dr. Sheila Kilbane is changing that for her patients and beyond. She joins me to discuss some of the most common chronic ailments popping up in children and how parents can get real answers and solutions.

In this episode:

• The chronic issues popping up the most
• Why do modern kids seem to be overwhelmed with inflammation and these other outward chronic issues? 
• The role of nutrition and diet
• Dairy and it's links to inflammation and/or symptoms 
• The ideal diet for a child starting to exhibit some of these chronic illnesses or to stay healthy
• What are some of the major contributors to eczema and what can parents do? 

And so much more!

Links:

Dr. Kilbane's practice
Her Book
Supplement Guide
Eczema Guide
Eczema Webinar
Dr. Kilbane's Course

Many of us enjoy starting the day with  coffee, but there's more to that cup of joe than you might think! Becca from organicallybecca.com joins me to talk about how to find the best quality and healthiest coffee. From how it's grown and processed to what to look for on the label, Becca covers it all!

In this episode:

• Health benefits of coffee 
• Issues with how coffee crops are grown
• Does processing matter? 
• How can we find better options?  
• Becca's tips for brewing a great cup of coffee
• Becca's favorite healthier coffee brands
• What about decaf? 

Plus so much more!

You can find Becca at organicallybecca.com and on Instagram @organicallybecca. Find a list of her top coffee picks here. Use code Molly to save 15% on her Brew It Like Becca E-book.

Becca is a blogger, wife, and dog mom living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Having seen firsthand the benefits of switching to a natural lifestyle herself, she's passionate about helping women make the switch to clean beauty products, organic skincare, and a holistic way of life (without the stress of being perfect about it!). In her spare time, Becca enjoys drinking coffee, hiking with her husband and pup, doing barre workouts, and traveling.

Functional Pediatric Dentist, Doctor Staci, joins us to share tips and general information for our kids' oral health. We covered a lot of ground: from how diet impacts oral health to cavities to mouth breathing, and SO much more! If you're a parent or caregiver, you don't want to miss this one!

Find Doctor Staci Instagram at @Doctor_Staci and at https://doctorstaci.com/. Her practice is www.nopokids.com

Mentioned in the episode:

Find a functional dentist locally at askthedentist.com

Trace Minerals: Use code Staci15 for 15% off www.earthspure.com and Cell Core CT Minerals use code: 5bz8kBLn to get access to all their products https://cellcore.com/

Ozone oil:  Pur O3 Use code Doctorstaci for 15%off https://www.puro3.com/puro3club/club.php?id=391

Checkout the crowdfunding page for Happi Floss, the compostable flossers Doctor Staci is developing: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/happi-floss-sustainable-flossers#/

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode all about holistic wellness for kids and how we can support their health. Our discussion is helpful for any parent and may be especially helpful for those kids with underlying conditions or delays. My guest, Shandy from Speaking of Health and Wellness is a wealth of knowledge! 

Along with being a Speech Language Pathologist, Shandy has advanced certification in holistic and functional nutrition as well as health and wellness coaching specifically for families impacted by chronic childhood conditions, neurodevelopmental delays and disorders, and various special needs. 

In this episode:

+ Complex picky eating- How to tell if it’s a phase or developing into something more

+ How listeners can find more individualized help and info on specific food sensitivities

+ Listener questions 

Find Shandy at https://www.speakingofhealthandwellness.com/. And on Instagram at @speakingofhealthandwellness. Find her podcast, Speaking of Health and Wellness on most podcast platforms.

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode all about holistic wellness for kids and how we can support their health. Our discussion is helpful for any parent and may be especially helpful for those kids with underlying conditions or delays. My guest, Shandy from Speaking of Health and Wellness is a wealth of knowledge! 

Along with being a Speech Language Pathologist, Shandy has advanced certification in holistic and functional nutrition as well as health and wellness coaching specifically for families impacted by chronic childhood conditions, neurodevelopmental delays and disorders, and various special needs. 

In This Episode:

+ What is a holistic approach to nutrition for kids 

+ Key nutrients for brain health 

+ How foods can affect certain underlying conditions

+ GF/CF diet

Find Shandy at https://www.speakingofhealthandwellness.com/. And on Instagram at @speakingofhealthandwellness. Find her podcast, Speaking of Health and Wellness, on most podcast platforms.

In honor of Earth Day, we're sharing our top tips for living more sustainably! Today I'm joined by 3 other green bloggers and we're all sharing ideas, products finds, and lifestyle tips to live more sustainably.

I'm joined by:
Sammie from hullosam.com
Katie from thegreenproductjunkie.com
Sarah from @urbanwit

We discuss:

• Sustainable fashion
• Eating local/in-season
• New packaging and plastic alternative breakthroughs
• Reusable products
• Composting
• And much more!

Think gardening has to be complicated or expensive? Tiffany's sustainable and innovative approach puts that to the test! She got started with minimal investment, using things she already had and managed to grow a plethora of veggies and herbs for her family to enjoy. If you want to start growing a few things this year, but not sure where to start, this is for you!

Find Tiffany at www.itsmeladyg.com, on her YouTube channel, Instagram, and her podcast, What In The Wellness with Tiffany. 

Curious what kind of products you need for a basic skincare routine? Or wonder what order to apply them? We've got you covered! Today Allyson Owens, founder of Pleni Naturals,  joins me to talk skincare basics. With a career that started as an esthetician and has taken her through product manufacturing and formulating, Allyson knows what makes skin happy and which ingredients can have the biggest impact!

In this episode:

• What you need for a basic routine
• Exfoliation and how often to do it
• What order to apply products
• Must have items in anyone's routine
• How to test and incorporate new products
• Plus lots of tips from Allyson!

Find Pleni Naturals on Instagram @pleninaturals and find out more on their website: https://pleninaturals.com.

Can green beauty compete with conventional beauty? Yes, and they may even be out-competing them!

Susanne Norwitz, founder and mastermind behind the high-performance, natural skincare line Maya Chia, joins me to give us a glimpse behind the scenes. We talk about sourcing high-quality ingredients, creating products that work on many levels, and being innovative in the green beauty space.

Find out more about Maya Chia here and connect with them @mayachiabeauty.

Special thanks to today's sponsor: Juni Essentials. Find their sustainable bamboo toothbrushes at juniessentials.com and use code MAISONPUR at checkout to save 20% off until 2/28/21

Through her own health journey and then her son's, Marilee Nelson has become an expert on healthy living spaces. As a Board Certified Nutritionist, Certified Building-Biologist, Building Materials Specialist, and one of the founders of the non-toxic cleaning brand, Branch Basics, Marilee has helped so many others create a healthier home. She joins me today to share what to watch out for in your own home and some easy swaps!

In this episode:

• How to keep your indoor air healthy
• Areas of concern in our homes
• Budget-friendly DIY air filter
• What to look for when buying furnishings
• How we can mitigate effects of toxins brought into the home
• Newly constructed/remodeled spaces
• Pesticide alternatives

Find out more about Marilee and Branch Basics at Branchbasics.com. You can save on their products with code MAISONPUR. For more information on all the categories of products to remove for a healthier home, check out this article. For tips on buying furnishings, check out this article.