9 Ways to Avoid Mosquito Bites Naturally

Millions of people worldwide are susceptible to disease-pathogens transmitted by mosquitoes. Here are 9 ways to avoid mosquito bites naturally – without the need for toxic chemical products. Introduction Changing climatic conditions are altering rainfall patterns and causing flooding and itโ€™s no secret that mosquito-borne illness is on the rise.  It is so important to […]

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Holistic Health, Natural Skincare
green foot mama origin

Green Foot Mama Origin Story

Over the past few months Iโ€™ve been receiving enquiries about the origin story behine Green Foot Mama. I discovered that I created a mystery that has many folks curious. I have focused my energies for the last few years have on creating Green Foot Mama. And my life has been a crazy juggling act. I’ve

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Wellness

Creating Space to Heal from Stress

Whether it be fleeting or ongoing, minimal or all-soul-engulfing. We all have experienced stress at some point in our lives. Motherhood, family, divorce, death, financial hardship, illness, work, home, our feelings towards the past, the future โ€“ many life factors deliver challenges to test our capacities to cope. These days we are overrun with well,

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Mama Care
veggie peels

Embrace Zero Waste: Transform Your Food Habits

Now that our pantries are clean and in order, lets take a look at one of the worldโ€™s most expensive problems โ€“ Food Waste. In my previous life as a chef, I did think about food waste from time to time, but not overly. These days as a society, weโ€™ve become much more fancy with

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Greener Home, Videos

Getting Started With A Zero Waste Kitchen

I realised today that I began writing on this topic well over a year ago. Itโ€™s funny, I transitioned our bathroom, laundry and other areas efficiently. The kitchen though, given it is my hub and what I consider to be the most important area for managing our largest commodity (FOOD) has been my toughest conquest.

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Greener Home, Videos
tally of savings by going green

How To Save Money And Save The Planet

How I Saved Money Going Green When I first began this journey, I had no idea I’d save SO much money by adopting a greener way of life.  Over $20,000! My intention was to reduce packaging, give myself and my children a better quality of life โ€“ in health, relationships, personal values and by creating

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Featured, Greener Home
immune boosting turmeric latte

Immune Boosting Dairy Free Turmeric Latte

As Mamas we juggle so much. From nappy changes to playdates, bedtime stories to keeping the household running smoothly. Sometimes, amidst the whirlwind of motherhood, you might feel a little drained, a little weary. What if I told you thereโ€™s a natural way to boost your energy, strengthen your body and lift your spirits? All

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Wholefood Recipes
Glass bottle of almond milk with almond nuts

Best Ever Make Your Own Almond Milk

After discovering that two of my daughters have a dairy intolerance, I began searching out other options. Due to soy not liking me very much, soy milk was out. Oat, rice, legume and quinoa milks were all so-so but nothing really cut it. It was tough finding a good substitute that wasnโ€™t too overpowering in

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Make It, Wholefood Recipes
sweet potato donuts

Sweet Potato Doughnuts with Maple Cinnamon Sugar

I consider myself spoiled โ€“ growing up in the area where Byron Bay Organic Doughnuts originated. These sweet and very addictive treats were worth getting up early for on a Sunday when the local markets were on. Now that we are sugar free and more wholefood-based, I wanted to create a similar treat for our

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Wholefood Recipes
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โ€˜Pink Lady and The Pecanโ€™ Muffins (gluten|dairy|grain-free)

This valued gluten free, dairy free and grain free muffin recipe is a staple in the Green Foot homeโ€ฆ One of our favourite times of year (food-wise) is Pink Lady apple season. They are delicious whether served straight up, gently roasted and served with pork, slowly dehydrated and savoured as chips, or sweetly encased and

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Wholefood Recipes