Happy Fall! Okay, there’s no more denying it. With football season officially starting and that cool breeze outside here in Jersey, Summer is OVER. It’s bittersweet. As much as we love fun in the sun and sand, Fall is great too. I mean how could you not love a Season filled with beautiful leaves, cozy […]
Healthy Baby ~ All Natural 1st Birthday Smash Cake
My little girl turned ONE this month! Once I got past the emotional rollercoaster and came to terms that the time was coming whether I liked it or not, I began planning her birthday bash. I wanted her to have her own cake to play with and do whatever she wanted with, but I didn’t […]
Light ‘N Healthy Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe
Sometimes I get in a rut with dinner options. Chicken, ground beef, chicken, ground beef….wow, so exciting right? I decided to pull out some organic Dakota beef the other night and try something different. A little Chinese cuisine! This was far from my comfort zone, but the flavors really came together and it was a […]
Zesty Ginger Anti-Inflammatory Detox Smoothie
I <3 smoothies. I think they’re a great way to sneak pesky vegetables into a great tasting, filling drink! I usually make smoothies every morning and share them with all of you on my Facebook or on the blog! Like the Taste of The Tropics Smoothie recipe I posted or the Spring Detox Smoothie with […]
7 Things You Will Realize While Doing The Whole 30 (With Recipes)
Hi, everyone! I have just completed the first week of the Whole 30 challenge! I am also hosting a free accountability Whole 30 Facebook group and we are all learning a lot about our bodies and how the food we eat affects them! Although we are already a week in, you’re still welcome to join […]
Organic Non-GMO Baby Formula Recipe
There is no disputing that “Breast is Best”. The nutrition, immunity and overall health benefits have been astounding scientists around the world for many generations and has yet to be perfectly duplicated. But some mothers are unable to breastfeed for very valid reasons. Motherhood is difficult enough, and we need to support those moms who […]
Homemade Organic Baby Food Made Easy
I never thought I’d be one of those moms. You know, one of those moms. The ones who make all of their own baby food from scratch. I didn’t understand the need or–quite simply, how moms even found the time between all of the crying, diaper changes and cleaning! I would kind of […]
Coconut Banana Chia Pudding
Hello, my loves! I’ve been keeping myself busy in the kitchen lately because It’s crunch time to get that Summer body in check. If I don’t prepare my breakfasts ahead of time, I usually grab something on my way out the door that I end up regretting later. I made this chia pudding the night before […]
Taste of The Tropics Power Packed Smoothie
It’s a gorgeous, sunny morning here in New Jersey, and I just had to whip up a power-packed smoothie to start my morning! I call it “Taste of The Tropics” because sipping it takes me to a nice, exotic island somewhere in the tropics 🙂 I have really been exercising and eating clean recently, so […]
Organic Lifestyle Foods/Greater Living Foods: What To Expect (Includes Coupon Code)
Here at Naturally Nicole, I talk a lot about food and what’s in it. Many people ask me where I get the bulk of my food for my family, and I would love to share that with all of you. I’m a mother of two beautiful babies, and what goes into their bodies is genuinely […]
Cupid’s Fun For Little Ones: Valentine’s Day Treats and Crafts
Some people may call Valentine’s Day a “Hallmark Holiday”, but I just love it and it’s a really cute holiday to get the kids involved in. We have done some really fun crafts and made some tasty Valentine’s treats so far this month. I will share them all below so you and your little ones can get into […]
Superbowl Sunday Recipe Roundup
Hi, all! It’s been a busy Saturday for us here. We have been rushing around to prepare for our Super Bowl party tomorrow. Just because it’s the big game, doesn’t mean you need to cheat big time! I have compiled a few healthy recipes for those who want to stay on track this Superbowl Sunday. […]
No Bake Coconut Flax Energy Snacks
I’m always on a quest for healthy snacks for my toddler and I found a snack that fits the bill quite nicely. These coconut flax energy snacks aren’t too much different from my homemade granola bar recipe that I here posted a few weeks ago, but they have a few different ingredients, less sugar and added coconut. What […]
Baked Coconut Chia Granola Bars
I don’t know why exactly, but I thought homemade granola bars would be so difficult and time-consuming, I kept putting it off, even though I wasn’t happy with a lot of the store-bought brands we were bringing home. Much to my surprise, homemade granola bars are extremely easy and quick. The process is much like baking cookies. […]