The Healthier Home Series

➡️ swipe for your high protein snack cheat sheet! And save this post for your next snack craving.

Reaching for a snack that’s high in protein will not only keep you full longer, but it’ll keep your blood sugar more stable and improve your energy level.

Less toxic dishwasher detergents ✨

Healthier products = more expensive?? Luckily that’s not always the case!

I found 2 healthier dish soap options that are less expensive per ounce than the leading (toxic) dish soap.

To give a few example of the types of ingredients in Dawn:
▪️Methylisothiazolinone: Restricted for use in Europe due to concerns of ingredient toxicity
▪️SLS: surfactants known to cause skin irritation and harmful to aquatic life
▪️Phenoxyethanol: can cause skin and eye irritation
▪️Fragrance and phthalates: endocrine disruptors

We use in our house and love it!

I have a confession — cookware has been one of the *most confusing* topics for me in the healthier, less toxic world.

I’m still learning but finally feel comfortable with the pots and pans that I’m using for my family.

I’ve tried so many of the “non-toxic” non-stick brands in the past. And in the last slide, I’m sharing why I tossed them all!

My intention with all my content is to help inform! But never cause fear. So if you still use non-stick or another type of pan, I encourage you to do more research and do what feels right for you in your current season of life ✨

Charcuterie board AND Taylor announces a new album…name a better Sunday!

It’s fun to try different combos on your charcuterie board but I always come back to this favorite spread.

Save this post for inspiration for your next charcuterie!
You’ll need:
Crackers (2 different kinds)
Meat (2-3)
Cheese (2-3, including a spreadable cheese)
Olives
Pickles
Nuts
Cucumber
Sweet peppers
Chocolate

A poem by
“I woke again, mama…

It was dark and the room felt dark, so I called out and waited.

And sure enough, your footsteps came through the darkness, followed by your whispers and arms.

You scooped me up and I rested my cheek against your neck, breathing in. Softness and warmth and home, all in one breath.

I didn’t need to cry, mama. There in my favorite spot, so I sighed deep instead.

‘Mama’s here, mama’s here,’ your whispers soothed me. And I wanted to answer, ‘Thank you, thank you.’

But instead of words, I sighed even deeper and sank heavy into your skin, letting your soothing wash over me as I drifted back off to sleep.

And amid the quiet and the darkness, I hoped that you’d feel my ‘thank you’, washing over you, too.”

To all you mamas in the thick of it, you’re doing amazing. And check out for poems that will give you all the feels ❤️

Which one are you?? 👀😅🫶🏼👸🏼

I’m over here already planning my snacks and apps for the Taylor Bowl!

Real food doesn’t need an ingredient label.
Real food is nourishing.
Real food isn’t processed.
Real food is made from whole foods.
Real food isn’t made in a lab.
Real food is the food your body thrives on.

Don’t complicate eating healthy. Less processed foods and more real foods ✨

When it feels like January 74th and it’s another gloomy day, it’s always a good idea to make a big batch of chili. And it freezes super well too 🙌🏼

The quick stovetop beanless chili from is on repeat in my house.

The toppings are the best part. Extra melty cheese and avocado for me!

So thankful for the many brands on the market today that don’t use chemical fragrances in their products!

These brands are just a few of my favorites. They are all transparent with every ingredient that they use.

Have you tried any of these?

Here are a few of my favorite non-toxic deodorant brands at many different price points! ✨

All these brands use super clean ingredients and can be purchased online.

New to non-toxic deodorant? Here are a few tips on the transition:
✔️ Don’t give up if the first brand you try doesn’t work for you. It’s taken my husband a few different brands before he found one he loves.
✔️ There can be an adjustment period for your pits to detox. If you’ve been using an antiperspirant with toxic aluminum, your pores finally get to breathe! This is a good thing, but be patient as your body detoxes. You’ll sweat less over time.
✔️ It’s helpful to let the deodorant dry before getting dressed for the day. I wear a lightweight robe while I finish getting ready.
✔️ If your skin is irritated with the new deodorant, try one of the brands that doesn’t use baking soda (some people are sensitive).

Do you have a favorite brand that I didn’t include in my list? I love finding new brands to recommend!

Just a little reminder on this Saturday ✨

Looking back, I’m grateful that when I first started to make healthy changes to my lifestyle in 2012, there wasn’t as much overwhelming health and nutrition information on social media.

Nowadays it can feel like the advice is everywhere and often conflicting.

I made changes at a pretty slow pace over the years. I started with diet changes (which are still evolving to this day) and didn’t even think about other things (like skincare, home products, etc) until many years later.

Here’s your reminder to start small if that feels right for you and do what makes sense for you in your current season of life.