When most people think of foster care, they picture toddlers or young children, but the reality is that nearly one in three kids in foster care is a teenager. Despite that, teens are often the least likely to find stable placements or permanent families. According to national data, over 20,000 youth age out of fosterContinue reading “The Truth About Fostering Teens: What I Wish More People Knew”
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Quick + Healthy Weeknight Dinner: Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry
Tonight’s dinner was a hit in our house—Chicken and Cabbage Stir-Fry! This is one of those easy, go-to meals that checks all the boxes: healthy, simple, and full of flavor. I whipped up a quick sauce using chicken stock, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar and oyster sauce. It’s savory with a touch of richnessContinue reading “Quick + Healthy Weeknight Dinner: Chicken & Cabbage Stir-Fry”
Roasted Vegetable Bowls: A Family Favorite
One of our go-to meals is roasted vegetable bowls. They’re packed with color, nutrients, and flavor—plus, they’re easy to customize based on what we have on hand. We love following the “eat the rainbow” philosophy, which helps us get a variety of vitamins and minerals in every bite. We usually serve our roasted veggies overContinue reading “Roasted Vegetable Bowls: A Family Favorite”
Our Healthy Eating Journey: Learning, Adjusting, and Growing
In 2020, we discovered that our son couldn’t handle processed foods like most people. He also struggled with gluten, and after some testing, we learned that his body wasn’t properly absorbing nutrients. His intestines had a buildup of yeast, which meant we had to take steps to clear it out and focus on nourishing hisContinue reading “Our Healthy Eating Journey: Learning, Adjusting, and Growing”
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