What’s so special about this year? If you can’t think of something right away, pause. Reflect on what this year may hold for you that last year didn’t and next…
Ah, snowball cookies (also known as Mexican wedding cookies). Baked buttery soft with pecan goodness inside and bundled up in powdered sugar. And at only 4 ingredients, this vegan version…
Looking for a memorable and mindful gift? One that encourages relaxation and peace? With mental health becoming a priority for families since the pandemic, gifts that promote mindful living are…
After ditching the turkey at our holiday feasts, we looked for alternatives. But there are more plant-based roasts on the market than ever, so choosing one ended up being slightly…
Why do we look forward to Christmas all year, but when it arrives, we’re more stressed and overwhelmed than at any other time of year? What prevents us from enjoying…
What do you want out of a sugar cookie? Soft? Crispy? A handful of ingredients? Minimal baking time so you can eat them as immediately as possible? 
This vegan…
You’re nervous. Thanksgiving seemed easier when you weren’t plant-based. Handling minor family squabbles isn’t nearly as challenging as asking to replace decades-old recipes. You’re worried. What if your loved ones…
There’s a lot of reasons you’re thankful for your kid, right? If I asked you to come up with 10 things your child does that you’re thankful for, could you?…
After two years of growing Mama Has Her Mindful, when I tell people I blog, I’m still often met with an awkward pause while the person wraps their head around…
It’s summer in Southern California. So it’s hot. And it’s even hotter when you have to cook a warm meal in a warm kitchen. Which is sort of how this…
One month! It’s been one month since I started this whole-food, plant-based challenge. Was it practical for a busy mom? How did the food taste? And, perhaps the question most…
Was week three of our whole-food, plant-based diet a failure? It depends on how you view the challenge. Were we able to stick to a WFPB diet? Nope. But wasn’t…
You know when you try a new habit, and you’re super gung-ho to start? And then, like a week in, reality hits that this is gonna be an adjustment? Well,…
I’m a busy mom. On-the-go processed snacks and re-heated meals make life at this stage more manageable, right? Sure. Are they as healthy as fresh, whole foods though? Um. Unfortunately,…
You know when you say you’re going to do something, and then never get to it? And that goes on and on for like… a month? While that may also…
So you’ve heard the buzz about eating plant-based. You’ve seen the latest plant-based menu item at your favorite restaurant. And, you’ve seen the commercials for the newest meat substitute. But…
What makes a funny marriage quote good? When both spouses can laugh without hurting the other’s feelings. Seriously though. How many quotes have you heard that are at one spouse’s…