How to add structure to your day with kids at home

With so much uncertainty and the stress its put on families, here is a list of 5 easy things you can do at home to make your day with kids stuck at home more structured and sane!

Why morning routines matter (and why you should have one)

Creating your own perfect morning routine should be a priority for your health and wellness! I'm here to tell you why you need one and how to get started.

How I’m cutting my grocery bill in HALF

I always thought of myself as a pretty frugal spender at the grocery store. Yes, I had certain things I've always splurged on, like a high quality protein powder or an extra bottle of wine.. I even believed that my budget of sticking to $150 per week for my family of three seemed very reasonable.…

Pantry staples to make life healthier and meal prep easier

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I am a big proprietor of meal prep and clean eating. I often post short videos of my latest grocery hauls in which I will briefly mention the items I purchased as well as give a little description of what I may be using them for…

2-step meal prep: a beginner’s guide

What pops up when you type #mealprep into your social media search bar? Food storage boxes packed with ground turkey, cubed sweet potatoes and vibrant strings of green beans all nestled together; bulk packages of the trendiest health foods posed for a photo-op on a kitchen counter; a shot taken from above of someone's grocery…

Mama-style marinara sauce

Let me get this straight: there is absolutely nothing wrong with being in a pinch for time and picking up a jar of pre-made marinara sauce to whip up some quick spaghetti. But when your taste buds are craving some good old fashioned pasta, you don't need to call your great grandma or go digging…

Becoming a weekday vegan…

Making the transition into this new lifestyle began with the babiest and most cautious of steps. Afterall, vegans get a bad rep. I was nervous my family would look at me like I'd announced I was joining a convent. I also wasn't sure how my fiance would feel about no more frequent triple meat lovers…

Zesty Grilled Shrimp Salad

What's for dinner tonight? If you're still sweating by mealtime like us desert dwellers, firing up the oven is a no-go. And ordering in is getting old. So if you haven't already caught on, the grill should be your best bud this time of year. With little prep time and a big flavor payoff, I…

The easiest ways to get more veggies

Why is there a picture of an intense-looking dessert on this post? Well, that dessert is actually breakfast and that breakfast actually has a good serving of vegetables in it. Are you trying to eat healthier? Looking to swap out carbs for a leaner substitute? Aiming to get more nutrition in your daily diet? Read…

An introduction

Hello and welcome! First off, I’m so glad to see you here, exploring my page. My name is Alyssa and I am as passionate about living a healthy and fulfilling life as I am about sharing it with everyone around me. I’m also a fanatic of all things beauty and skincare. That is why I […]