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Hey friends, Maybe you've decided that you definitely want to start a container garden this year, but you aren't sure what you can plant in your containers? I got you! Join me on the podcast today where I will share what supplies you need to get your container garden started and some of my favorite plants that I LOVE growing in containers.  Ashley  FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden...

Hey friends,  Have you been wondering if starting a container garden would be a good fit for you? Join me on the podcast today where we will talk about the benefits of growing produce in containers.  Ashley  FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood I would love to connect even more with yo...

Hey Mamas, I know like me, so many of you spend SO much time caring for your family. If you have a child with a disability, you might spend endless hours caring for them, researching how to help them...all the things. And while it is SO worth it, we do have to take a look at what impact this could be having on our own health.  Today I want to share with you my journey to burnout and how I am makin...

Hey friends, Today I want to share with you 7 of my favorite books to keep as a resource guide when it comes to all things gardening, homesteading, and holistic living.  Ashley FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood Instagram: instagram.com/specialkind.ofmotherhood I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out...

Hey friends, If you or someone in your house struggles to either fall asleep or stay asleep at night, you know how terrible sleep deprivation can be and how desperate we get for some sleep! From feeling irritable, emotional, getting sick more frequently, an increase in brain fog, and so much more....not getting enough sleep is HARD on our bodies.  I have been there, friend. I want to share with yo...

Hey, friends!  If remember when I started my first garden... I was so excited and dove right in to all.the.things. In some ways, I got ahead of myself and ended up wishing I had slowed down and planned things out a little better beforehand! Today I want to help you learn from my mistakes by sharing with you 3 questions you should ask yourself before starting your garden this spring!  Ashley FREE F...

Hey friends,  Do you or someone in your family struggle with chronic headaches? Maybe you've been trying to find ways to get relief that don't require over-the-counter medications, but you have no clue where to start? I want to share with you 5 of my tried-and-true natural remedies that I use to support my body when I am battling a headache.  Ashley  Magnesium Cream Lymphatic Cream FREE Facebook C...

Hey friends,  I hope you have been enjoying our spring garden planning series. Today I want to talk with you about steps you can take now for garden success, even though this is the quiet season where we are waiting to start seeds and prep our garden space. It's likely you can't work outside right now, but there is still SO much you can do to create a thriving garden this year!  Ashley  Freeze Fre...

Hey Mamas,  Have you been wanting to switch to living a healthier lifestyle, but switching out all the foods and products in your home just feels too expensive? I have been there before! Today I'm going to share with you 3 different ways you and your family can live a more holistic lifestyle without breaking the budget!  Ashley  FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: faceb...

Hey friends,  Have you been wanting to start a spring garden to begin offering your family healthier foods? I know gardening can feel overwhelming when you're just getting started, so join me for Step 2 in our series on planning your spring garden in 30 minutes or less a week. As busy moms caring for our children, keeping things simple is always a goal and I want to help you create a plan to do ju...

Hey Mamas, Today we will talk about Step 1 in the Plan Your 2024 Garden in 30 Minutes a Week series. If you've been wanting to start a garden, but you don't know where to start, this is the episode for you! Let's work together to create a plan for the 2024 garden! I can't wait to hear about your gardening successes!  Ashley  FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook....

Hey friends,  I hope you have all had a wonderful Christmas. Join me on the podcast where we begin a garden planning series. The goal is to spend 30 minutes a week, starting NOW, to create a plan for you to grow a garden this year. I am so excited to walk through my garden planning process with you!  Ashley  FREE Facebook Community Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindof...

Hey Mamas, Have you been looking for ways to support your family's gut health? Has anyone in your family been dealing with leaky gut, food intolerance, or food allergies? Bone broth has been an amazing (and simple!) way for me to support a healthy gut for all of my family members. If you aren't sure how to make it, store it, or even how to use it other than drinking it warm from a cup, then you're...

Hey Mamas, Are you tired of feeling like you're putting out fires with your kids all day? Do you wish your home was more peaceful and you had more time to spend with your husband?  Wouldn't it be great to find that instead of getting frustrated and yelling at your kids, you were creating true connection with them? Join me today on the podcast as I chat with Katie Keene about how setting up a famil...

Hey Mamas! One thing that I love about the holiday season is having warm, welcoming smells in my home, along with the nice ambiance of a candle and a warm blanket. Perfection. But is it possible to create that lovely environment in our home without using harmful chemical and fragrances? I say the answer is ABSOLUTELY and today I want to share with you how I create this welcoming feeling of the hol...

Hey friends, Are you preparing your home for holiday events? There's nothing like having company over to make you want do a major deep-clean of your home!  You may be looking for more natural cleaning options and feeling VERY overwhelmed by all the information out there. A product says it's natural, but is it really? And who has the time to begin researching every ingredient to make sure it's safe...

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Hey Mamas, We are officially in the busyness of the holiday season! I find so many times when life gets really busy, the first thing that we stop doing is taking care of ourselves. I get it, it's a struggle for me as well! But I've learned over the years that if I want to show up as the wife, mom, family member, and friend that I desire to be, I MUST take care of myself.  Today I want to share a n...

Hey friend,  We know that the holiday season may look different for us compared to those around us. But different doesn't mean wrong and I love finding unique ways to connect with my kids. If you've been feeling like your family is missing out on typical holiday traditions then you're going to want to join me on the podcast today where I share a few ideas for creating holiday traditions that work...

Hey friends, Do you find yourself dreading family gatherings this holiday season because you or your child have food allergies or sensitivities and you have NO idea how to still enjoy holiday foods while giving your body nurturing foods?  So much of the holiday season revolves around food, which makes it even more stressful when you can't have the foods that are part of your family's holiday tradi...

Hey friend, Have you been feeling sad about the difference between what you expected the holidays to look like once you had children and what they actually look like? In this episode I want to remind you that you aren't alone in having these feelings! I will also give you some encouragement for how to get creative on making the most of the holiday season for your family. Ashley

Hey Mamas, Are you starting to feel the excitement of the holiday season?  The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and family, but as parents who have children with special needs, oftentimes, the holidays can be a time of stress and struggle. Today on the podcast I want to share some ways you can make sure everyone in your family enjoys this holiday season while also honoring the needs of each...

Hey friends!  The holiday season is upon us! While I LOVE this time of year, it's also a time that can be extra stressful and exhausting. If you've been struggling with low energy and are looking for simple solutions to help you feel better, you're not going to want to miss today's episode!  Ashley 

Hey Friends!  The holiday season is officially upon us! This time of year typically means extra events, gathering with extended family we may not routinely see, and a major shift in our normal routines. These changes can be hard on our kids and we often end up in situations where our child may be feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated.  Have you ever had a relative make a comment about your child...

Hey Mamas, Join me today on the podcast while I chat with Sharon Tay. Sharon is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who serves special needs parents and caregivers to help them better their health.  If you've found yourself struggling with your mental health, dealing with feelings of grief, and wondering what to do about it, then you're going to want to listen in to this episode!!  Ashle...