I am utterly obsessed with making my own noodles and pasta—I actually don't know why I didn't start sooner. I know it seems intimidating, but it's super simple. I use the KitchenAid pasta attachments, but you can always use a hand crank or completely do it by hand...
I had all these ingredients in my pantry, and they came together to make the best homemade granola! Sub anything you would like, and feel free to get creative! The one note I will say is that I used honey instead of syrup, so I don't feel like it was "sticky" enough...
Ok ok, here me out; I was originally going to use ricotta cheese in this recipe but decided to use cottage cheese instead for the added protein and these turned out AMAZING. There's no added sugar so they are actually really great macros and the perfect sweet treat!...
ORDER TOE SPACERS HERE If you are old enough to read this, you need toe spacers. Just order them now, and then come back to this blog. I first learned about them from my pilates instructor, and then my trainer recommended them. We have been peeling back the layers...
We will always be exposed to something, whether it's transferred through contact or the air. The point of our immune system is to be strong enough to handle diseases, infections, etc. The purpose of this blog is to give you real advice on how to strengthen your immune...
I started an indoor herb garden a few months ago and my thyme has been growing amazing! It's super fun for the kids too! This combination of flavors is super unique but it all works- try it and let me know what you think! Ingredients Cake Ingredients 1 stick of room...
Over the last few years, we have accumulated a small arsenal of at-home recovery equipment. It started when I didn't want to have swollen legs during pregnancy, so we invested in compression sleeves. Then the pandemic hit, and we realized how much we relied on...
Our skin truly reflects how we feed and nourish our bodies. We all want to age gracefully, and the Bowmar Nutrition Illuminate formula will allow you to do that. All ingredients are clinically studied, trademarked, and patent pending (all research/findings / clinical...
I have been obsessed since one of my followers brought me a King Cake to the Arnold in 2019. It's a Mardi Gras / New Orleans / Louisiana thing with a lot of incredible history if you ever want to dive into it! For our birthdays this year, I decided to make a sourdough...
Sleep Latency: the time it takes a person to fall asleep after turning the lights out. Sleep latency is crucial because it helps indicate whether you are getting sufficient quality sleep. People do not always feel tired or recognize how sleep deprivation affects them....
To mitigate the endocrine disruptors in my life, I have switched many products over the years that I was using and have omitted many things I used to use! I receive a lot of requests to compile a list of all the brands/products I use, and I will do my best to update...
It’s February 3, 2024, and I started my HRT journey in August 2022 HRT has given me the best marriage I could ever dream of. It has made me a better parent. I have a greater quality of life at 35 than at 21. I truly hope you can feel my conviction via text because...
Ok this will absolutely be in the weekly rotation for us and it will definitely be on the menu whenever we have guests in town (it made a ton- which do reheat nicely)! As always, use whatever meat you have access to Ingredients Gravy 2lbs maple venison sausage (or...
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Ingredients 1/2 cup butter room temperature 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1cup White Kamut flour +1 Tablespoon 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 2 XL-sized Hersheys milk chocolate bars 1 7 oz jar...
Ok these were actually a lot easier than I thought they would be and now I have doubled how many potatoes I will be planting this year. The kids LOVE french fries but I am trying to make everything at home that I can this year! This french fry cutter made the entire...
Josh told me that this is a recipe our kids will make for their kids- it was that good! As a note, we get our ground italian venison sausage made at our meat locker- I am sure you can do it at home with the right seasoning! Ingredients 2lbs venison Italian sausage...
The perfect fall or winter salad with just the right sweet, salt, and amount of crunch! Plus it takes only a few minutes to throw together! Ingredients Salad 12oz bag pre-shaved Brussels 1 red pear, diced or julienned 1 red apple, diced or julienned 1/2 cup sharp...
These are insanely easy and such a great way to use your sourdough starter! Ingredients 2 sticks of butter 2 egg yolks 2 tsp vanilla 1 TBSP milk pinch of salt 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups flour 1/2 cup sourdough starter sprinkles for finishing Directions Cream the butter,...
This was so much fun to make! We got almost two feet of snow in Iowa in less than a week so we have A LOT of ice cream to eat! I added our vanilla bean protein to it too and it was incredible! Ingredients 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract...
This recipe was inspired by the lamb hummus recipe in "Super Simple" by Half Baked Harvest. Her cookbooks are excellent if you are looking for new ones! Ingredients 1lb ground venison (or meat of choice) 1 medium yellow onion, diced 1 TBSP minced garlic Zest of 1...
Naan Bread is a labor of love, but it is worth it! Serve with hummus, soup, etc! Ingredients 1/2 cup sourdough discard 2 cups Kamut flour (add 1/2 cup using wheat or white) 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup yogurt 1 TBSP olive oil 2 tsp sea salt Directions In a large bowl, mix...
This recipe comes to you from The Food Nanny (it's also where I order my Kamut Flour until we start growing and milling our own)! She has shared this to her IG and it's in her cookbook as well. Please note: this does require at least 2 hours of chilling so plan...
BRB as I only plant these ingredients in my garden next year because I want to eat it every single day. Luckily I had peppers and cucumbers that I was able to use. This recipe popped up on my FYP page a few nights ago and I couldn't stop thinking about it. I made a...
My sourdough is back! I took a break from making it when we were in Africa and up until about a week ago but we are back at it! Also- cookies are very hard to photograph. These were PERFECT! Ingredients 1 cup butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1/2 cup...
A fun and easy recipe that the kids can help with! If you don't want to use (or don't have) protein powder on hand, just double the flour and omit the protein! However- this is a great way to sneak in extra protein for you and your family! Ingredients (makes 24 donut...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
From top to bottom and left to right, below are my affiliate links for all my favorites from this year! Please keep in mind, I do make a small commission if you choose to shop through my links. I truly hope these guides help make your holiday shopping a little less...
If you read any relationship book, talk to any counselor, or listen to literally anyone about relationships- sex is the key factor. You can try to slice it any way you want, but at the end of the day, sex separates your partner from any other relationship you have....
I have been using our red light since early 2022, and Josh and I have both experienced incredible benefits! There's a ton of information out there and a lot of companies that sell red light machines (and places you can go to). All red light devices are not created...
We recently harvested all the honey from the boxes in the garden, so buckle up for many honey recipes this year on the blog! These honey walnut bars were extremely delicious. The topping calls for brown sugar, and I found a stevia-based brown sugar that worked...
Update: Oyster pills are back in stock on April 25! If you are looking for more energy, insane libido, and overall better mood- you have found the perfect product! You can order them HERE! The Backstory My best friend told me about these oyster pills and how they...
The title is long enough, so we don't need an intro paragraph 🙂 Here's the tool I use to shred my zucchini from the garden *This recipe yields two dozen full sized muffins Ingredients 3 cup grated zucchini 1 cup pure pumpkin 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup olive oil...
I picked the last of my zucchini this week, so zucchini bread was on the menu, especially with the fall temperatures right around the corner. This recipe is easy and will make two loaves (in a bread pan)! I will freeze one and keep the other out (it goes quickly in...
We are fresh off the plane from spending 5.5 weeks in Tanzania and Uganda on a month-and-a-half-long safari with our two children (3 years and 1.5 years old at the time). This is the list I wish I had when packing to ensure I remembered everything they would need...
This is definitely going to be added to our rotation of recipes! It was so good, took minimal time, and is low carb- perfect for us! As always, you don't have to use venison, you can use whatever ground meat you have available to you. Ingredients 2lbs ground venison...
As a mom of two (currently 3 and 1.5 years old) who travels often with her children, I have acquired a few tips that will make any trip better because you won't have to stress about jet lag (these work the same for adults, too). My children have been to Alaska,...
Sharing my hormone journey has been so liberating for me. It's also opened my eyes to the gaslighting, neglect, and lack of care that women have when it comes to hormones. It isn't an internet fad like some OBs want you to believe- hormones literally control...
If you follow me on Instagram, you have probably seen me post about my HRV (via my OURA ring data). I often assume people know what I know (whenever it comes to fitness/health), and in speaking with a few women at the gym, it's come to my attention that a lot of...
I don't think I will ever a regular oatmeal cookie ever again- these were INCREDIBLE, extremely easy, and healthy enough to be a breakfast cookie. I ended up making four batches because we have so many zucchinis coming out of the garden right now! Ingredients 2 cups...
Think apple or pumpkin butter- but with peaches! We finally have a few peach trees producing this year at the house and I couldn't make this recipe fast enough! You can always buy store bought peaches too! This recipe makes your house smell like Christmas and is only...
I have made this recipe twice this week- it is a low carb DREAM and such an easy way to use up zucchini from the garden. Dare I say it's better than lasagna with noodles! As always, I am using ground venison but you can use beef, pork, chicken, turkey etc Ingredients...
I don't like tomatoes but I have three dozen tomato plants in my garden. Why? Salsa. Spaghetti sauce. Sloppy joe sauce. Pizza sauce. Ketchup. Pico. ALL THE THINGS I am so proud of how this sauce turned out given it was my first time ever making it! We have tomatoes...
If you are harvesting your zucchinis- this recipe is for you!! Ingredients (makes 24) • 2.5 cups shredded zucchini (don’t ring moisture out) • 1 cup flour • 2 scoops Bowmar Nutrition protein hot chocolate • 1/4 cup organic cocoa powder • 1 egg • 5 TBSP butter -...
Josh and I regularly do IF (intermittent fasting). I am a big proponent of not eating if you aren't hungry (which I usually am not until about 11-1pm each day). This means, yes, I train fasted almost every single day. For me- I feel so much lighter and able to do more...
My garden is starting to yield some massive zucchinis and a few jalapeños are starting to pop too! You obviously don't have to grow your own veggies to make this bread but I am super proud of my garden and the harvests its beginning to provide me with! This recipe...
Ok so it's more like an un-stuffed bowl but this recipe is a low carb dream! You also can add rice- don't worry! But either way, it is incredible. As always, I used our venison from the freezer but feel free to use any ground meat that you have! Ingredients 2lbs...
If you are looking for tangible, helpful advice when it comes to seeing your body change while you are pregnant, you are in the right place. Some of my advice may seem a little insensitive, but I promise it comes from a caring position, and I am just a...
I was fortunate to harvest my spring archery turkey a few days ago and wanted to make a copycat soup from a local bakery! There's is spicier than this turned out to be, and they use chicken instead of turkey (which you can do too)! Ingredients 1 TBSP olive oil 1...
I don't cook chicken often simply because we don't buy meat from the store. This past weekend though, we culled a problem rooster in our flock. This is a great recipe for any poultry you have on hand and makes great leftovers too! Ingredients 4oz linguine pasta 16oz...
We have been fortunate to travel to some pretty unique places around the world to bow hunt. We also hunt HARD in the midwest for whitetails every single year. I have been hunting with Josh since 2014 and since then we have hunted in 17 states ranging from caribou in...
Josh and I just returned from taking Oakley (2.5 years) and Dean (!3 months) to the Big Island of Hawaii for 11 days! I took notes the entire time and wanted to break down and share everything we did, where we stayed, where we ate, what I would have changed, and...
We are in Hawaii for a lot of work and were lucky enough to be able to bring the kids! We are obviously coming out of a very long winter and both of the kids had nothing for a warm trip at their new age / height / weight. Dean doesn't have Oakley's hand-me-downs...
There truly is no greater feeling than seeing your kids enjoy food you have made, especially when you have poured your heart and soul into that food. For me, that's been bread. I've been working so hard on perfecting each type I make and I truly feel this sandwich...
Trying to get somewhat ahead on ordering the kids' Easter basket items this year! I purchase their baskets from Michael's as it is fairly inexpensive and I reuse them for chicken egg baskets after the holiday is over. I will probably do custom ones in the future but...
I often get asked, "how do I start homesteading"? To me- it's simple! Just start making things that you would normally buy from the store. Eat a lot of bread? Learn how to make bread (doesn't have to be sourdough). Like tomatoes? Grow some! Eat eggs? Maybe get some...
Current Goal I have several goals at the moment: Feel the best I can (inside and outside the gym) Immune health support Gut health improvement and support Increase muscle density and endurance Recover quicker Improve skin health Improve joint health Reduce anxiety...
Josh made the fatal mistake of getting Oakley a pink cake pop from Starbucks a few days ago and now all she asks about is a "pop cake" or a "lollipop cake". So I decided to make my own at home as my goal for 2023 is to make what I can at home. Why? I can control the...
Oakley is now 2.5 years old and LOVING gummies. I have made it a goal in 2023 to make a lot of the things that I could easily just buy at the store. Not only do I know what is going into the food but it also allows Oakley to help me. For the gummies, she was able to...
In less than 30 minutes, you can have an amazing one pot meal that your entire family will love. As always, you don't have to use ground venison, any kind of ground meat will do! Ingredients 2lbs ground venison 1 onion- chopped 2 TBSP minced garlic 2 cups uncooked...
Vegas- one of our favorite places, ever! We got engaged there in 2014 and have been almost two dozen times since then. We go often for work, conventions, and expos- but we go just as often for fun! I've been compiling all of the places we have stayed, eaten, and shows...
We were at the store the other day and I saw the blueberry muffins (the kind we all had in our lunchboxes) and I decided to make some at home! I absolutely love baking at home, I don't feel bad enjoying a sweet treat every once in a while when it's something I've...
I have never made true donuts before (where you fry them), so this was quite fun to do with my daughter! I found a recipe on Pinterest and modified it slightly based on what I had available! I definitely could have made them thicker when I cut them out but that was my...
I know this recipe looks intimidating with the many steps but the end result is SO worth it! I have a lot of people asking "why sourdough" and my response: "why not"? Enjoy! You will make the crust first, let it sit for an hour, and then the filling, and the glaze...
A classic recipe for a classic cookie. These are a great cookie to have kids help with too! Ingredients 2 sticks cold butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup sugar 1 cup creamy peanut butter 2 eggs 1/4 cup milk 4 tsp vanilla extract 3 cups flour 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt...
Brownies are great but they take a lot of time- these brownie cookies will give you the same chocolatey goodness but half the time. Plus- they will use up some of your sourdough discard! If you don't have discard, a substitute is provided below! Ingredients 2 cups...
I think we can all agree that the last few years have had one thing in common- our immune system. There are so many facets to our immune system as it is just that, a system. I wanted to do a high level overview into what we do in our house to keep our immune system in...
Why We Made This Product In 2023, who isn't stressed, overworked, full of caffeine but can't sleep, and ultimately on the verge of a mental breakdown? Hi- it's me. And I'm sure it's you too- whether you are stressed from work, kids, etc. High cortisol levels from high...
Why We Made This Product We are moving too fast as a society, expecting too much of ourselves, and not slowing down. Almost everyone combats some form of anxiety in their daily life. Anxiety Relief is formulated with herbs chosen to calm the body and improve mood...
My sourdough discard exploded and overfilled my jar this morning so I knew it was time to whip something up! These are so easy to make and extremely delicious- plus they use a ton of discard. If you don't have discard to use, use 1/2 cup more flour! The rest of the...
I have absolutely fell in love with sourdough and baking all the things with it! Oakley asked to make brownies the other day and they turned out perfect! Ingredients 1 cup melted butter 3 cups sugar 1/2 cup sourdough discard 6 eggs 1 TBSP vanilla 2 3/4 cup al purpose...
We enjoyed this recipe for the first time Christmas morning and can easily say it is a top contender for one of the best things I have ever baked. It was extremely easy as well but looks very fancy! Cake Ingredients 3 cups flour (I used kamut and used 2 3/4 cups) 1/2...
One of my favorite ways to use sourdough discard is by making chocolate chip cookies! For my fitness people- these definitely are still a treat but life is meant to have treats! Just because it's made with sourdough, doesn't mean it's somehow null and void of calories...
Doing Gift Guides a little different this year! All of my guides will be on one blog post so make sure to check the other guides- you never know what you might find for the person you are shopping for! Within this blog post you will find: Gifts for Grandparents Gifts...
We have made it to the other side of diapers, for Oakley at least. She turned 27 months a few days ago and has been fully potty trained for well over a month. I promised myself I would write this blog in hopes of bringing some peace to stressed out moms and dads....
One of my favorite parts of the end of summer is our pear tree at our Missouri farm dropping pears for me to use! My friend @jazzythings created this recipe using apples and I think you would be the talk of any holiday party if you brought these with you! Homemade...
I was fortunate enough to harvest a fall turkey in Missouri this year and wanted to try a new recipe. I found this one on Pinterest and subbed chicken for turkey and it turned out perfect! For the turkey breast, I cook it in a crockpot (just cover with water) and...
If you follow me on Instagram, I am sure you have seen how much bread I have been making lately! I have been using Kamut flour (I know if you are wanting to sub another flour, you can but the quantities will be different- simply google the replacement quantities). I...
Hormones change drastically during a woman's life- ranging from first cycle to pregnancy to postpartum to menopause; some experiencing IVF, various other infertility treatments, hormonal birth control, and everything in between.. Throw in the stress of work, marriage,...
Our Missouri farm has a huge pear tree and a few weekends ago we collected a ton of them! I wanted to make a bunch of pear sauce (think applesauce but with pears) for Oakley and Dean! Plus- this recipe doesn't require canning and the jars will stay good in the freezer...
We have a HUGE pear tree at our Missouri farm near the lodge and we picked about 40lbs this weekend! I personally am not a huge fan of pears as a stand alone fruit but baked or cooked in some way- those are my jam! The first recipe I needed to make with them was slow...
Oakley is 25 months old and is saying about 500 words and 2-4 word sentences. I feel like there was a switch that flipped about a month ago where she really started talking A LOT. She was saying pretty traditional words for months prior but she truly tries to say...
I rearranged our stand up freezer the other day to get ready for this hunting season and all of it's bounty. I found a bag of two turkey breasts from last spring and decided to make white turkey chili! This can obviously be done with chicken or store bought turkey,...
Fall and winter are almost here which means my crockpot is basically on the counter 24/7. This recipe was so easy, filling, heated well, and loved by my two year old! As always, you can you use whatever meat you have on hand- we usually only have venison or elk which...
Egg cups are quick, easy, and delicious- especially when you can use your farm fresh eggs! This recipe is perfect for busy parents, hungry kids, and everyone in between. There are so many amazing variations too! Ingredients 7 whole eggs 1 cup chopped portobello...
My first time making jalapeño jelly and it was a hit! Josh's grandpa makes it all the time but I finally made some myself. We went to the farmer's market last weekend and I bought a pound of peppers for this sole purpose! Please note- either wear gloves when handling...
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Hopefully my first of many sourdough recipes on the blog! I am finally comfortable and in a place to where I feel like I can keep a sourdough starter alive again! I am learning so much about sourdough and the one thing that I have learned is that you have to...
This recipe, per usual, was extremely easy and require minimal ingredients! As always, I used venison but you can use whatever ground meat you want! Ingredients 2lbs ground venison- browned 1 red pepper- chopped 1 onion- chopped 2 14.5oz cans diced tomatoes 16oz...
I am six months postpartum, to the day, and wanted to share an update on my hormone journey as I know it's not talked about enough, or at all, with many doctors- especially for women. This is a very personal subject and I am choosing to share to hopefully help guide...
With fall slowly creeping near, I am running through a bunch of crockpot recipes to try out! I was craving pizza so this one just seemed perfect to test. As always, you can use any meat you have on hand! Ingredients 2lbs venison italian sausage 32oz beef broth 1 cup...
I wanted to share this blog because life gets hectic, details become fuzzy, and infant / child sleep is obviously a huge passion of mine. Here's the status of my son's ENT and adenoid journey thus far. Dean was born in March and is 5 months old at the time of writing...
As the name states, this is an easy crockpot recipe that is extremely filling and hearty! Perfect for the end of summer and start of fall. As usual, you can sub any meat you have on hand in place of the venison, I simply use what we have! Ingredients 2lbs ground...
We have so many mulberry trees that are still producing in our yard! What better way to use some up than in a protein packed cookie recipe? Ingredients 1/2 cup mulberries (or any berries of choice) 2 scoop Bowmar Nutrition collagen 1/2 cup flour 1/4 cup sugar 4 TBSP...
I am a very busy person, as is most everyone in 2022. I wear a lot of different hats and have two children under two. I need my hands for a lot of activities throughout the day. I also crave having my children close to me. Baby wearing is single handedly the greatest...
I have been very blessed to be able to take my children with us on virtually all of our trips- from Alaska to Hawaii to Tanzania and everywhere in between! I have a master list saved in my phone's notes that I copy and paste into a new note for each trip. There's an...
We fly a lot and always bring our kids with us, so they certainly are no strangers to flying. That being said, yesterday I traveled by myself with my two children (my son is 4 months and my daughter is 23 months). We flew a direct flight from Des Moines to Detroit,...
This was our fifth time in Alaska and our first trip to Seward. I am a little upset it took us this long to make it there because it is definitely in my top three favorite stops in Alaska that we have ever done! I daydream of owning a home there one day, I absolutely...
A seasonal favorite in our house, mulberry pie! I don't do a ton of baking because one of us is usually always dieting and homemade sweets in the house are the biggest pitfall to sticking to a meal plan. That being said- neither of us can pass up mulberry pie! Minimal...
As a busy mom of two, I am always a huge fan of an easy (and delicious), home cooked meal! As always, you can sub the venison for any other meat you have! Ingredients 2lbs ground venison- browned 1 medium onion- diced 1 TBSP italian seasoning 1 TBSP garlic powder 1...
It's no secret we spend a ton of time outside. A lot of our time spent outside is without toys (or with simple household items) but for at least an hour a day, Oakley is playing with some sort of outdoor toy. During our spring and summer, I like to spend 7am - 8am...
This has to be one of, if not my favorite, recipes I have made this year! You can make these ahead of time or make them prior to serving- either way, they are delicious and easy! Ingredients 12 large eggs- scrambled 12 slider buns- split 12 strips bacon, cooked and...
Simple? Delicious? Crockpot? Yes yes and yes. This turkey noodle soup is such an easy recipe plus good for the soul and perfect for those rainy and gloomy days. Ingredients: 1 turkey breast or 2 legs worth of cooked meat (I do mine in the crock pot, simply cover meat...
Another wild turkey recipe for you to try, plus it's a crockpot recipe: easy, delicious, and nutritious. Plus a great way to use up some of your wild turkey meat (or any other meat you want to use)! Ingredients: Taco seasoning packet 2 10oz jars enchilada sauce (I...
One of the easiest recipes every (only 4 ingredients) and a toddler favorite- what more could one ask for? As always, you can use any meat you have access to! Ingredients 1 can croissant rolls 1 cup shredded wild turkey 1 cup frozen peas and carrots 1 can cream of...
Probably one of the coolest recipes I have ever made because it incorporated two of our wild game meats: wild shredded turkey and venison bacon! As always, you can sub any meat that you have access to for the recipes on my blog, I simply share what I use! Ingredients:...
Welcome back to the blog for an easy, delicious meal that will use up some of that wild turkey if you were lucky enough to harvest one this season! As always, you can sub any meat for the wild game we hunt- store bought chicken or turkey will work just fine in this...
I said I wanted to have Oakley completely off bottles by January 1. That didn't happen. I then told myself I wanted her off bottles by the time Dean was born. That didn't happen. However, last night (April 27), we are 100% transitioned away from bottles. Luckily, it...
I am so grateful I discovered this company at the end of 2019! Their wide array of products for the whole family have helped us in so many ways with their holistic approach! I wanted to share my favorite products that we use as I have received so much amazing feedback...
In a world of some information at our finger tips, it can be extremely overwhelming for a new mom. Especially given how many friends and family members also want to give input on bringing a new baby home and all of their tips and tricks. While everyone means well, it...
Sarah Bowmar here- and I am so excited to share we welcomed our son, Dean, into this world on March 7! I do have my daughter, Oakley's, sleep schedule in a blog as well if you would like to check it out. Since having Oakley, I became a certified Baby-Led sleep...
I don't pretend to have everything figured out and I am certainly improving my own time management skills every single day BUT I do feel like I have some great tips to balancing and managing time that I think a lot of people could benefit from. For reference, so you...
Soup is easily my favorite food group. When we were in Tanzania last summer for a month, they served soup before every dinner. I thought I had died and went to heaven. So when I can make soup at home that fits my meal plan (and utilizes the meat we have in the...
With my demographic growing up with me, a lot of people ask me daily how we knew we were ready to have children, or at least start trying. It's not a guarantee to get pregnant as soon as you want or plan it perfectly and I always want to kindly remind everyone that it...
I can't believe I was giving birth to our son a week ago today! Time absolutely flies, especially during the newborn stage. I was hesitant to share anything on breastfeeding, again, as I was petrified to be ridiculed online, again, about it. It can be such a toxic...
I don't know about you, but when I am trying to increase my milk supply, I am usually struggling to hit my calories each day (as it is recommended by the ACOG and OBs to eat 500 calories above maintenance, and this includes working out). These cookies will not only...
I am sitting here, writing this, from my favorite spot in the entire world: my 5 day old son is asleep on my chest, my 19 month old daughter is fast asleep in her crib, and my dog is asleep at the foot of the couch. As silly as it sounds, my most viral video on the...
We spend so much time getting our baby registry ready, the nursery, the hospital bag, the outfits, the toys, etc but so few women spend time getting what THEY need to have at home after giving birth. I have been through this postpartum journey twice now and feel I...
What an incredible experience of delivering my son, Dean Wild! To say the experience was night and day different compared to my daughter's birth story would be an understatement. I have been taking notes and will do my best to share everything as I know how much...
Sarah Bowmar here, AFPA prenatal and postpartum certified fitness trainer, ISSA certified fitness nutrition specialist, and mom of two! I have dedicated so much of the last few years of my life to prenatal and postpartum nutrition for expecting moms and moms after...
Never in a million years would I ever have guessed, I, Sarah Bowmar, would be so passionate about newborn, infant, and toddler sleep. It truly goes to show you that passions can arise at any point in life and I really feel like they shouldn't be ignored. A little...
Hello mom to be, new mom, veteran mom, or anyone who is simply looking for easy meal ideas! I will be adding to this blog as I make new, easy, meal-prep friendly meal ideas! I have an 18 month old, was due with our second yesterday (my babies like coming late), and...
This entire pregnancy, I have craved Mexican food. Not wanting to gain twice my weight by eating endless baskets of chips, I have been making a lot of my own Mexican inspired recipes at home. We have a local place that sells the best street corn but I wanted to make...
If you're anything like me, you know how difficult it can be to get a toddler to eat. Some days I feel like she eats more than me and other days I feel like she hardly wants to eat at all. These no bake protein energy balls are the best way to get int some calories,...
During my breastfeeding journey with my daughter, the TOP suggestions to help with production was to drink electrolytes. I wanted to do a deep dive into WHY and if it actually works. For reference, my BF journey can be found here. Again, I would like to note that this...
Under $75 Easter Basket (Toddler Girl) From left to right and top to bottom: Easter Grass Eggs Basket Easter Dough Custom Cup Bunny Crayons Bunny Bath Bomb Custom Bunny Stuffed Animal
I don't think there is a time in life when you will feel more overwhelmed than when you bring your newborn baby home from the hospital and suddenly you're responsible for keeping a human alive (minus your husband of course but that's another blog). I am Sarah Bowmar...
Oakley, my daughter, absolutely loves drinking my smoothies so I wanted to share a few easy (and toddler approved) smoothie recipes. These smoothies are high in protein, vitamins, and omegas which is also great for any picky eaters out there! Please note, when it...
Sarah Bowmar here to bring you my review of the Oura Ring vs Apple Watch! I would like to start this blog off by saying I was a full paying customer of both products and would buy them both again. I feel they each have their strengths and weaknesses and I hope this...
Sarah Bowmar here to bring you my favorite study tips that I have used for the majority of the life post high school. For background and context to know I am not blowing smoke, I graduated with my undergrad in marketing in three years, graduated with my MBA in 11...
If you aren't following me on Instagram or TikTok, you've probably never seen our dog- Arrow. I never had a dog growing up where Josh had about 6-12 at a time (mainly hunting and antler dogs). When we decided to get Arrow in May of 2019, I was completely overwhelmed....
Baby boy is due in 11 days (February 28, 2022) and his nursery is no where near completed. In fact, it was a storage room up until 12 days ago and we finally got everything out of there last Monday and had the carpets cleaned. My original plan was to not buy anything...
It's almost that time to have baby number 2 and I wanted to bring everyone my updated packing list for my hospital bag! For reference, I don't really feel like I overpacked when we were in the hospital for Oakley but I definitely have slimmed down this packing list...
I was of course scrolling recipes on TikTok during my latest pregnancy insomnia episode the other night and found a "hot dog burnt end" recipe that looked amazing. That being said, it required about 14 ingredients for the dry rub and another 15 for the sauce + had a...
I've been having breakfast sandwiches each morning and also am beginning my nesting phase (baby is due in 20 days), so I decided to make two loaves of honey wheat bread tonight! The recipe was extremely simple, you don't need a bread maker, and took less than 90...
If you follow me on Instagram, there's almost a 100% chance you have been exposed to at least one of my story posts showcasing my daughter, Oakley, playing independently. She just turned 18 months old yesterday and has been spending a portion of the day playing by...
One of my favorite stories: Oakley's birth story. I cannot believe Oakley turned 18 months old today! I wanted to share her birth story to my blog (we do have a podcast on it as well if you are someone who enjoys podcasts). We are also about to welcome baby #2 into...
This is such a surreal time for me! I am 36 weeks pregnant and we just got home from Disney World last week- it was our last trip as a family of 3 (Oakley was 17.5 months old at the time of our trip). We had an amazing time and I did receive a lot of questions on...
It's no secret that blueberry mini muffins are a fan favorite between kids and parents. But the ones that are found at the store or the gas station are full of sugar and little to no protein. I wanted to make some protein mini muffins today and they turned out...
One of the easiest recipes I have ever used for venison! This is especially great for busy families as it virtually takes less than 15 minutes to prep and tastes so amazing! As always, you can use any type of meat you want! Ingredients 2lbs venison steak or loins (or...
I am asked daily on book recommendations for parents. There are so many stages of child development, sleep, eating, gentle parenting, gentle disciplining, etc that I can't possibly list them all every single time someone asks so I decided it was a great time to create...
I searched far and wide for a casserole with scalloped potatoes that didn't call for ham (as I wanted to use venison sausage). I sort of combined a quiche recipe with a casserole recipe and subbed the hash browns for scalloped potatoes and it turned out perfect- the...
Hi friends!! Thank you so much for visiting the Bowmar blog! This Christmas Puppy Chow is literally so yummy and simple. You can throw it together minutes before going to a holiday gathering and it is definitely a kid favorite! All of the ingredients and directions...
Hi y'all!! I think this is such a fun alternative to a typical fruit tray at a holiday gathering! This fruit Christmas tree is so fun and cute and super simple! It does not take much to make this adorable tree. I hope you enjoy this yummy grape, raspberry, and...
Hi guys! I am so excited to share these Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies with you--they are perfect for your holiday get togethers! Although they are a decent bit of work, since they are homemade, it is worth it! The information listed below makes about 24 cookies! I...
Fewer things relax me more at the end of the day than a night, relaxing, hot bath. During pregnancy, you are ALLOWED to take baths as long as you do not overheat. This is especially critical in the first trimester where overheating can result in an increased risk of...
Oakley is now 16 months old (how, I still don't know)! I know bath time can be stressful, especially for new parents and during the newborn phase! I wanted to quickly run through what we use during and after bath to make the experience fun but most importantly- safe!...
I think I can speak for everyone when I say- who doesn't love pizza but the high calories of it suck! I definitely have cravings for pizza more often than not but I often don't get it because of how simply ridiculous the macros are for it. A simple solution? This 3,...
What better way to use my sourdough starter than by making pancakes? This is an extremely simple recipe and will use up some of our starter- which makes them even better! Ingredients 2 cups wheat flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup sourdough...
My latest obsession has been learning all things sourdough! Call it nesting or call it it whatever you want, but all I have wanted to do is bake all the bread and organize every room in my house. That being said, I have become fascinated with the art of sourdough,...
I recently put up a poll on Instagram asking if anyone else sends letters in their Christmas cards- it's something my mom has done for years and I absolutely love reading them. I had hundreds of messages asking to share mine to get ideas! Merry Christmas, Happy...
Hi everyone!! I know that last minute scramble to fill those stocking can always add stress to the Christmas season so I am hoping this post will help you out! These stocking stuffers would be super quick, cheap and easy finds to fill those stockings! Below you will...
Hi friends! As Christmas draws near, I know there will be many family photos taken and a bunch of holiday parties...at least we definitely have that here in the Bowmar home! I am posting some links below to different Christmas outfit inspo/pieces that are super cute...
A perfect recipe for chilly fall and winter days: Venison Sausage Tortellini Soup! You can easily sub any sausage for this recipe if you want, the venison is simply what we use out of our freezer! Ingredients 1lb venison sausage 1 yellow onion- diced 3 cloves minced...
Hey y'all!! I hope you enjoyed your thanksgiving and all of the Black Friday shopping! I have loved getting all of our Christmas decorations out and in place! I love how our house looks at this time of year. If you are a little late to the decor situation, have no...
Hey guys!! With the holiday season among us, I thought it would be great to share this charcuterie board with you guys because it could be perfect for your Christmas brunch! You also could change different aspects of this to make it look more like Christmas or change...
Pregnancy has done quite the number on my food pairings. I have been craving a gourmet / fancy grilled cheese for weeks and I finally found a recipe I wanted to try! This is my own spin on what I found on Pinterest, I hope you like it as much as I did! Ingredients 2...
I have been loving bread making, but I don't also have a few hours to dedicate to several rounds of proving. This is a super easy, fast, and delicious recipe for some savory bread: Jalapeño Cheddar Quick Bread! Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp...
You DO NOT have to be uncomfortable while pregnant. You DO NOT "have to accept" swelling happens to everyone- it doesn't. I did not get swollen one time with my first pregnancy and I am almost 7 months into my second without any swelling, of any kind, of any body...
If you have been on TikTok for longer than 5 minutes, you have probably seen the infamous feta pasta recipe. I have watched the video at least 10 times but finally got around to making it today- and I am so glad I did! I added some meat and made a few tweaks but you...
Ahh the pregnancy glow. Everyone's favorite part about pregnancy, at least for me. I think my skin gives away my pregnancies before I can ever announce we are expecting. This is my second pregnancy and I am pregnant with our baby boy. At the time of writing this, my...
I am proud to add "chicken mom" to my accolades. I have been wanting a chicken coop for over a year, given how many eggs we go through daily between Josh, Oakley, and me! Fortunately, my best friend and her husband have egg layers and they gave me a ton of tips on...
Josh and I have been very fortunate to remain healthy through every single holiday season together- we have never missed a Thanksgiving or Christmas due to one of us getting sick. And don't worry- this blog post will have absolutely nothing to do with vaccines- I...
While I won't start decorating until after Thanksgiving, I wanted to share some pieces of Oakley's nursery for the holiday season! I am so excited to turn her little room into a winter wonderland. If you would like to shop, links below are from top to bottom and left...
I am a big fan of reducing our carbon footprint and shopping small at the same time! I am so excited to bring you this roundup of some of the cutest custom starbucks cups from Etsy shops! You can shop directly below- the links are from left to right and top to bottom!...
This blog will either go one of two ways- it'll be my most popular or least popular. But I feel the information is vital to share, especially for those who may not know where to start when it comes to prepping! As everyone is well aware, the supply chain in 2021 has...
If you are like our family and love turkey hunting- I hope you use this recipe on your next bird! Multiple batches could be made from one breast alone. If you want to use store bought or chicken- this recipe will work just as well with that meat as well! Ingredients...
Hi guys!! I am loving all of these wonderful fall recipes and I hope you're enjoying them as much as the Bowmar fam! This Cheddar Bacon Potato Soup is perfect for a rainy, busy fall day. You literally put everything in the slow cooker and it pretty much makes itself....
Hello everyone!! This recipe comes straight from my sister and brother-in-law. They are from Cincinnati and this Skyline Chili Dip is a staple for game day there and it tastes so good. I hope you are enjoying all of this amazing fall weather and getting to watch...
I was doing a meat rotation on our one freezer this weekend and found a turkey breast from the spring from a bird I got with my bow! you can obviously use chicken in this recipe as a replacement but I hope this gives you more ideas on how to use wild meat for!...
This salad will hopefully ignite some creativity! I had a few items in my fridge that needed to be eaten or else I would have had to thrown them away in a few days so I decided to toss them all in a bowl and call it a salad! Don't be afraid to add fruit (such as...
Tell me you're pregnant without telling me you're pregnant- I made bread with pickles in it! But seriously, pickles and onions are two of my favorite things, plus this bread doesn't need anything other than an oven and there is no kneading! Ingredients 3/4 cup cottage...
I wanted to create a consolidated list of some kitchen essentials now that I am sharing more recipes on here! I truly appreciate everyone who chooses to shop through my affiliate links- it allows me to keep my blog ad free! My Kitchen Essentials: Bread and Cooking...
Hello everyone!! I am pumped to share this Scarecrow Crunch recipe with you...it is almost too yummy to keep in the Bowmar house! This is essentially a fall twist on the typical party mix! It is both salty and sweet and has a great combination of flavors. It also...
Hi friends!! These acorn donut holes are one of the cutest fall treats and I am so excited about it! Whether you are hosting family or just want a quick little dessert for you, this recipe is perfect! Your kids will love them! These are bite size and you can make as...
Hi you guys! If you have an air fryer, you NEED to get your hands on these honey BBQ boneless wings! They are so flavorful, crispy and delicious! This is a great game day treat for the family. This easily made 2-3 servings and depending on the size of your air fryer...
Here is a super fun and easy fall recipe to make for your family! Crinkle pumpkin cookies! Ingredients 2 cups wheat flour 1 TBSP pumpkin pie spice 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup oil 1/2 cup brown sugar- packed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1...
From left to right and top to bottom, some amazon fall finds! Most under $20 and on prime! Scented Pine Cones Leaf Garland Fall Beads Candy Corn Ball Jars Pumpkin Bakery Candles Plaid Pillow Covers Plaid Blanket Fall Wreath Fall Faux Flowers This blog remains...
While this is called a stew, it turned out more like a super meaty chili- which we absolutely love in our household! It also used two different types of venison which was very nice to make a little room in the freezer. This recipe is also a crock pot recipe which is...
I have been super into baking bread lately (if you couldn't tell). It is so therapeutic and I feel so much better eating it compared to store bought bread. This recipe does not require special tools either- all you need is an oven and a bread tin! Ingredients 2 TBSP...
Hello friends! I am so excited to share this dessert and/or breakfast treat that is so delicious: slow cooker cinnamon rolls! This is such an easy recipe, but everyone will love it...I mean how could you not! This is easy for the baker and easy on the taste buds. This...
Hi guys! It is finally starting to feel like fall outside, so you know the Bowmar fam is enjoying the outdoors! This white chicken chili recipe screams fall and I am so excited about it. This is obviously not your traditional chili, which makes this recipe unique and...
I know we are all looking for easy dinner and meal ideas and you have found the perfect one! No need for a dissertation on meatloaf- everything you need can be found below! Meatloaf Ingredients 1.5 lbs ground venison (can use any other meat) 1 chopped white onion 1...
If you don't follow me on Instagram- you won't see my story posts each morning of Oakley reading by herself. Books are her absolute favorite thing in the entire world. Whether I am reading to her or if she is just flipping through the pages on her own, it truly is...
I wanted to compile a roundup of Oakley's favorite pajamas and sleep sacks that we have been using. I am a big fan of footed and zipper pajamas! The list below is from left to right, and top to bottom. All links are commissionable and the income earned allows me to...
First off the bat- I hate the term “working mom”. I saw a quote recently that said, “never in my life have I ever used the phrase ‘working dad’” and that rocked me to my core. I wish I had a term to describe the woman who is working at is also a stay at home mom, when...
I want to first start off this blog by reminding everyone that the scale does not define us. The scale does not dictate whether we are a good or bad parent. The scale does not define your worth. This blog is meant to hopefully give tangible tips on how to lose...
I have recently become obsessed with wanting to make bread at home and I found this recipe on Pinterest that was extremely easy! I made a few tweaks to it to make it a little more macro friendly and it turned out perfect! What's perfect about this recipe is you do not...
Hi everyone!! I am so excited to share this fun, adorable Bowmar family favorite! Growing up, we always had cheese balls at family holidays, so this recipe was a unique spin on something I have always enjoyed! This is a relatively simple recipe with few ingredients,...
Hey friends! This easy halloween treat is genuinely so delicious and so easy to make! These caramel apple bites are guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser at any holiday party! I cannot stress enough how simple and incredible this sweet treat is. This is perfect if you are...
Hey guys! I am so pumped to share this hot caramel apple cider drink that is a Sarah Bowmar favorite! It finally is starting to feel like fall outside and it is awesome! This drink is perfect to drink when you're enjoying a crisp fall morning or evening! I have...
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All items pictured are linked below, from left to right and top to bottom. Please note, for full transparency, all links are commissionable and I earn small percent when links are used. This allows me to keep my blog ad free! Thank you for the support and happy...
All items pictured are linked below, from left to right and top to bottom. Please note, for full transparency, all links are commissionable and I earn small percent when links are used. This allows me to keep my blog ad free! Thank you for the support and happy...
All items pictured are linked below, from left to right and top to bottom. Please note, for full transparency, all links are commissionable and I earn small percent when links are used. This allows me to keep my blog ad free! Thank you for the support and happy...