Secrets of a Plant-Based SuperMom

If you're feeling discouraged that your January goals didn't play out exactly how you hoped, great news! You're just like every other human on the planet. In this episode we talk about how to view the bumps and shortfalls in a way that empowers you and fuels future progress.   Show Notes 

Hands down the number one question plant-based eaters get is, "Where Do You Get Your Protein?" And although we all kind of laugh at how often it comes up, we get it. We're living in a world where for many animal protein is considered essential and superior.  Here I answer the question with research and our own experience.  Regardless of whether you're a long-time vegan or just learning about plant-focused eating, you're going to love the new Plant Power Series I am launching in 2024. A collection of my favorite ways to buy and prepare the healthiest foods, along with private podcast access to help you understand the huge benefits these foods have to offer.  Hop on the waitlist to be the first to know and get the best promos! power.plantbasedsupermom.com Show notes: http://plantbasedsupermom.com/75      

Not sure how you're going to navigate the holidays AND stick to plant-based foods? Feel the frustration and resentment boiling up that everyone and everything makes it just too hard? This episode is for you!  In Peaceful and Heatlhy Holiday Eating I share what I've learned over the years about navigating holiday eating, maintaining relationships and feeling confident in your decisions.  Grab my favorite Thanksgiving recipes HERE

Ever feel like you're stuck and just can't move forward? Discouraged that it seems so simple for everyone else and practically impossible for you? If so, you're not alone.  There are MANY common reasons why people struggle to make the forward progress they set out for and understanding them is the first step towards overcoming them.  In today's episode we dive into top reasons you may be stuck and what to do about it.  Want an instant boost of motivation?  Schedule a one-on-one call with me! We can take a look at where you're getting stuck and brainstorm solutions together to move forward.  Purchase and schedule your call today at http://www.plantbasedsupermom.com/calls  

We’ve been very fortunate to make it this long without needing an overnight hospital stay for any of our kids . . . until this month. Baby had some super nasty croupy breathing and we were grateful to get him the care he needed. It took some firm conversations to follow my momma instinct to leave the hospital when we did and although not in need of breathing treatments, baby was still plenty sick and could have easily taken a turn for the worse. I did everything I could to support his recovery at home and thankfully he was down to just some lingering congestion within a couple of days. Please note I am NOT a medical professional, just a mom who hates having sick kids! I’ve been fascinated with finding everything I can do to mitigate sickness and here are some of my favorites! Book your call with me now through November HERE Show notes and links: www.plantbasedsupermom.com/72

We have spent far too long as a society associating weight loss with deprivation and starvation! The thing I love about plant-based eating is that it allows a shift in focus from the quantity of what you eat to the quality. And by and large, focusing on the right foods often fuels weight loss just by working in concert with the body's systems to help it work more efficiently. This weeks podcast is packed with a handful of simple foods backed by research that aid weight-loss. The best part? The side effects are decreased risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes and improved athletic performance! This episode is short but packed with great tips!  And, if you've ever felt like you wish you could just talk to a real person who feeds their family this way, I am doing low-cost calls for a limited time! ​Click here to learn more. Launch sale ends soon! ​Show Notes: https://www.plantbasedsupermom.com/71  

We leveled up our food to give my cross country runners a boost in their races with good results so far. Listen in to hear the details of what we've been doing and how to use plants to fuel better performance.  Back to School Special on Recipe Collections. Use code SuperMomCombo HERE Show Notes: http://www.plantbasedsupermom.com/70 Your Life Matters: Eat Plants. Grab your shirt HERE

Struggling with how to get your kids to eat anything but goldfish crackers? After experimenting for 15 years on six kids I have fine-tuned my approach to picky eating and am super excited to share it with you. Figuring out how to teach your children and help them gain skills of how to approach food they aren't super excited about eating is powerful and a game-changer at the table. When you no longer have children moaning and groaning about what is served, you can be free to experiment, serve up a variety of foods and equip your children for life. Show Notes: www.PlantBasedSuperMom.com/69 T-Shirts: www.PlantBasedSuperMom.com/shirt Back to School Special! Plant-Strong Family Favorites and Sneaky Leftovers recipe collections normally $12 each, get both for $14 through September 15. Use coupon code SuperMomCombo at www.PlantBasedSuperMom.com/store  www.Instagram.com/plantbasedsupermom  

Anytime you learn a new skill, you're going to have some bumps in the road. But let me share some of the practical things I do to feed my large family lots of healthy food in less time and energy.    Interested in Working 1 on 1? Contact Me

Life is hard. Eating plants can feel really hard. Here are a few of my favorite ways to find solutions and overcome the hard part instead of staying stuck there.  I am now working with people one-on-one! Click here and let's set up a free call! 

We frequently hear about how good green leafy vegetables are for our health, but how many servings are you actually eating in a day? Here I highlight some of the research of just how powerful greens are in the fight against disease which certainly gets me excited about eating more of them and I hope helps you feel excited too. Then I share 10 different ways we like to enjoy them and some of the pros and cons of various methods. I hope you find a way or two to incorporate more greens into your routine and experience the benefits. Work with Me One-on-One $15 Off Kachava Full Show Notes with References: http://plantbasedsupermom.com/66

Having just been through one wild year I am sharing an update on us and one hack that is helping me move forward even though the routine and predictability I crave aren't there yet.    Grab your copy of Plant Based Cooking for Kids at Bushel & Peck or Amazon! 

Faith and I are both passionate about helping our kids eat healthy foods and we have spent a TON of time learning about the psychology and everyday practicality of making it happen. Hear 8 of our best hacks for helping your kids eat healthy food, along with the scoop on Faith's new cookbook and the awesome resource it is!  Order Plant-Based Cooking for Kids from Bushel and Peck Order Plant-Based Cooking for Kids on Amazon

Here is a nugget of encouragement for you along with an update on me and what's to come! 

Tune in for some help on how to build momentum in your own life as well as the 411 on my summer sabbatical and when you can look forward to more plant power!!   Hop on my email list to make sure you don't miss any new recipes & episodes at MyPlantStrongFamily.com

Most of us have grown up with the idea that milk does a body good and that animal protein is the best source of protein for our bodies and our brains.  But a large body of research that doesn't get the media attention it deserves shows us that the opposite is true. That the saturated fat in animal foods is the primary driver of heart disease, and plant foods work to clear out the arteries and reverse it.  Doug Richards is one of many who have discovered and experienced this boost to his health and I excited to share his experiences with you today.  Show Notes: MyPlantStrongFamily.com/60

Ali Essig had six kids 8 and under (including young twins) when her 37 year old husband Lincoln unexpectedly suffered a stroke. Having some familiarity with plant-based research and now a drive to bring the benefits home, Ali and her husband went all in on plant-based eating. Listen in to hear how it helped Lincoln recover from his stroke as well as how she helped her kids make the transition. Now the found of @plantwhys, Ali loves helping others understand the why and how of transitioning to plant-based eating. Show Notes: http://myplantstrongfamily.com/59

At last my boy is here!  I can't believe how much helpful information I learned in this pregnancy and have been eager to share it with you!  Show Notes and Recipe coming soon at http://myplantstrongfamily.com/58

More and more evidence is emerging on the link between our food choices and our mental health. While mental health is a complex multifaceted issue, many people are finding that the foundation of good nutrition is far more effective than medication and other approaches they have tried. Having struggled with major depressive episodes for more than a decade Danae Dayley and her family decided to try 10 days on a whole food plant-based diet. By day five she still loved meat, but knew she wasn't going back. She's doing great without antidepressants and enjoying a long list of other benefits as well. As a reminder, this does not constitute medical advice and please consult with a medical provider before discontinuing any prescriptions.  Cook once, eat twice with Sneaky Leftovers: http://myplantstrongfamily.com/leftovers Show Notes: http://myplantstrongfamily.com/57

Feeling the pinch at the grocery store lately? Listen in to hear all my best tips for keeping our nutrient-packed grocery budget for 7 around $1000/month. Grab your copy easy, affordable meals in the Sneaky Leftovers eBook HERE Show Notes: http://myplantstrongfamily.com/56