Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! Have you every considered homeschooling? Maybe you're on the fence or never really considered it. Either way, I encourage you to listen to this episode with Amanda Schenkenberger, who is a homeschool mother of 4, and homeschool coach. We bust homeschooling myths, discuss the benefits, and give you tips for getting started in homeschooling! Reach out to Amanda on her website:...

Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! I didn't realize the real dangers of artificial food dyes until I listened to a TedTalk with Dr. Rebecca Bevans. That's when I knew I had to have her on this podcast. In this episode, Dr. Bevans goes into detail about her journey cutting out artificial food dyes, and how it changed (and saved) her son's life.  Watch her TedTalk: https://youtu.be/nQzOHAwCfXs Connect with Dr....

Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! Want to improve your gut health but don't know where to start? In this episode I chat with Gut Health Practitioner, Geta Barbu, who gives us great tips for grocery shopping with our gut health in mind. I love tangible tips and takeaways- get out a pen and paper and dive in! Reach out to Geta: www.facebook.com/groups/getasguthealth/ & @getas.digest on Instagram Connect with...

Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back!  Thinking about getting into sourdough, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry- I break it down for you in this episode. Sourdough itself isn’t difficult. The hardest part is understanding what to do with the starter! I explain what sourdough starter is, where to get it, and how to feed it. Once you can do that, everything else is pretty straightforward! And no, you don’t need any fancy...

Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back!  Welcome to part 2 of my chat with Claire Fagin! In part 1 we chatted about how to get started with sourdough baking, but in this episode we answer all of your sourdough questions. Whether you’re already into baking sourdough, or you’re just thinking about getting started- we answer everything! Have more questions we didn’t cover? Shoot one of us a DM on Instagram! Connect with Claire on...

Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back!  Time to talk sourdough! If you've ever been interested in baking sourdough bread at home, but didn't know where to start- this episode is for you! Claire Fagin and I talk about the sourdough baking process, how to get starter, what tools you actually need, and more. Stay tuned because there is a part 2 coming next week! Connect with Claire on Instagram:...

Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back! In this episode I interview professional hobbyist, Claire Fagin, who is a floral artist, certified birth doula, sourdough baker, Youtuber & more! We chat about how homeschooling shaped her and helped her find her many passions. We rewrite the answer to the infamous "So what do you do?" question, and so much more! Following Claire on Instagram:...

Hey friends- just wanted to give y’all a little life update about what’s going on, and what to expect the next couple months. I just need some time to enjoy the rest of my pregnancy, prioritize my mental health and take a much needed break. Until then, expect some ”Best Of” podcast episodes, and I’ll be back in no time!  Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps & more, visit www.breadtherapymama.com Follow my fit to farm homesteading journey on instagram,...

Hi mamas! In this episode I talk about my go-to tip for families who want to eat healthier, make lifestyle changes, all without giving into diet culture (and without protest from your kids!) Podcast episode about artificial food dyes: EP183 Save 10% off Toups & Co Organics makeup and skincare with CODE: BREADTHERAPY10 at checkout! www.toupsandco.com/mirandalee Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps & more, visit www.breadtherapymama.com Follow my fit to farm...

Hey friends! Here’s another episode on sourdough bread. Just wanted to dive deeper into why you should all start baking your sourdough bread at home, or find a local cottage bakery to support! I also give you some tips for keeping your sourdough low in gluten, and how to spot fake sourdough in the store. More podcast episodes on sourdough: episodes 170, 174, 175 & 198 Sourdough Starter Kits: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BreadTherapyMama Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy...

In this episode I chat with Chrissy Spencer, who shares her journey with autoimmune disease. Chrissy explains how using autoimmune disease paleo paired with medication to help heal her disease.  Chrissy’s website: https://caippuccinohealth.com/ Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps & more, visit www.breadtherapymama.com Follow my fit to farm homesteading journey on instagram, www.instagram.com/thisismirandalee Sourdough Starter Kits:...

In this episode I unpack the dietary guidelines that I do and don’t agree with. Unfortunately, western medicine still relies on the food pyramid, encourages vegetable oils and demonizes full-fat dairy products. We are expected to trust our doctors who get minimal nutrition education. I encourage you to educate yourself as much as you can on nutrition (that’s why you’re here!) so you can prioritize your health for you and your family! Dietary Guidelines:...

Hey mamas! Just wanted to give a little life update on my pregnancy journey now that I’m approaching my third trimester. If you haven’t listened to my first update, go ahead and listen to episode 196, where I talked about how horrible my first trimester was. Don’t worry, things are finally looking up! Prenatal and postnatal workout apps I use: Birth Recovery Center and Move Your Bump Blood glucose drink alternative: Fresh Test Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps &...

Welcome to part 2 of my interview with hormonal health coach, Haley Fountain! In this episode, Haley breaks down the different phases of our menstrual cycle, and teaches us the importance of syncing it with our nutrition, workouts, extracurriculars and more! Make sure to check out part 1 with Haley, all about how to treat irregular periods without hormonal birth control (episode 204)! Connect with Haley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic_in_houston/ Save 10% off Toups & Co...

Let’s talk about hormonal birth control! In this episode I chat with hormonal health coach, Haley Fountain, all about how to manage your irregular and painful periods with nutrition and lifestyle changes. Check out next week’s episode, part 2 with Haley, all about cycle syncing and the different phases of the menstrual cycle! Follow Haley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistic_in_houston/ Save 10% off Toups & Co Organics makeup and skincare with CODE: BREADTHERAPY10 at...

Hi friends! In this episode I share my interview with Sierra from The Barbells and Blueprints Podcast. I share my transformation from being obsessed with counting macros and over-exercising, to finding a healthy balance. I also share my own personal struggles with postpartum and transitioning into motherhood. Enjoy! Check out Sierra’s podcast: https://www.sierrawhiskeyfitness.com/ Get started on your sourdough journey: https://breadtherapymama.etsy.com Connect with me: Recipes, holistic...

Last week we talked about the 3 ways we pay for our food, and at the end of the episode I promised you all an episode with tips for eating healthier, how to vote with your dollar, which foods we should pay extra for, and the easiest ways to make homemade meals. In this episode I give you tangible tips for making these lifestyle changes so you can prioritize your nutrition, not spend too much money, and feed your family yummy, healthy and easy meals! Sourdough Starter Kits:...

Yes, eating healthy can be expensive, but money isn’t the only way we are paying for our food. In this episode I go over the 3 ways we pay for our food, and changes we need to make if want to live a healthier lifestyle. Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps & more, visit www.breadtherapymama.com Follow my fit to farm homesteading journey on instagram, www.instagram.com/thisismirandalee Sourdough Starter Kits: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BreadTherapyMama Join my Facebook...

Whether you want to call it a resolution or just a goal, 2024 is just around the corner and many of us have some ideas of lifestyle changes we want to make. We should all aim to be 1% better every day, and that starts with setting some goals! In this episode I give you 3 tips for setting health goals that with actually stick.  SMART Goals podcast episode: #129 Sourdough Starter Kits: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BreadTherapyMama Connect with me: Recipes, holistic living, healthy swaps &...

Raising healthy kids starts with creating healthy parents. Hey mama- are you prioritizing your own health and wellness, or are you just prioritizing your kids? I know it can feel so selfish to have some ”you” time, but I promise it is so worth it. In this episode I chat with Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, Allison, who shares her health journey after 3 kids. She gives great tips for living a more healthy and holistic lifestyle! Reach out to Allison: IG:...

Thinking about getting into sourdough, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry- I break it down for you in this episode. Sourdough itself isn’t difficult. The hardest part is understanding what to do with the starter! I explain what sourdough starter is, where to get it, and how to feed it. Once you can do that, everything else is pretty straightforward! And no, you don’t need any fancy tools! Get sourdough starter on my Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/BreadTherapyMama Check out episodes...

There is so much controversy when it comes to eating fish. Is eating fish sustainable? What about the mercury levels? Do I pick wild or farmed? How often should I eat fish? In this episode, Sena Wheeler answers all of these questions and more. Sena is the co-founder of Sena Sea, which brings wild Alaskan seafood direct to your door. She has a master’s degree in Nutrition and Food Science with a specialty in quantifying omega 3’s in fish and determining preferred handling practices for premium...

Hey friends! If you haven’t heard yet, I’m pregnant with baby #2. In this episode I share how difficult my first trimester has been, including my extreme morning sickness and ER visit. I also talk about my struggle with working out, and the intentional changes I’ve been making to my workout routine! And of course, acknowledging the elephant in the room: postpartum depression. Want a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer?! Check out my Etsy Shop: https://breadtherapymama.etsy.com Connect...

Welcome to my mini science lesson on free radicals and antioxidants! This episode is all about understanding how the choices we are making can be causing cancer, inflammation and early aging. Also, I explain how we can fight it.  List of antioxidant sources: https://www.stjohns.health/documents/content/top-20-foods-high-in-antioxidants.pdf Shop Toups and Co Black Friday Sale: www.toupsandco.com/mirandalee Toups & Co 10% off code (not stackable for BF): BREADTHERAPY10 Connect with...