Category: Toddlers

  • The Hidden Reason You’re Tired All The Time (That Has Nothing To Do With Sleep)

    The Hidden Reason You’re Tired All The Time (That Has Nothing To Do With Sleep)

    Hi beauty,

    Let me guess – you’re doing “all the right things.” Getting decent sleep. Eating pretty well. Maybe even exercising when you can squeeze it in. Yet somehow, you still feel like you’re running on fumes by 2 PM every day.

    I discovered something fascinating while researching modern fatigue patterns. It turns out the exhaustion most of us feel isn’t actually about lack of sleep or poor diet. It’s about something called “adaptive capacity” – and it explains why traditional energy solutions often fall flat.

    Why Your Body’s “Stress Battery” Keeps Dying

    Think of your body like a smartphone. Just like your phone has a battery that drains faster when multiple apps are running, your body has a finite capacity to handle stress. The catch? In 2024, we’re running about 47 background apps we don’t even realize are active.

    Work deadlines. Family responsibilities. Environmental toxins. Social media. Political tension. That weird noise your car is making. Each one slowly drains your adaptive capacity – your body’s ability to bounce back from stress.

    The Ancient Solution to Modern Exhaustion

    Here’s where it gets interesting. Traditional cultures had a secret weapon against this kind of systemic fatigue: adaptogens. These are rare plants that actually help your body adapt to stress instead of just masking tiredness like caffeine does.

    The science behind this is pretty mind-blowing. Adaptogens work at a cellular level to help your body maintain balance under pressure! Think of them as training wheels for your stress response system. They don’t just give you energy – they teach your body to use energy more efficiently.

    The Cascading Effects Nobody Talks About

    When your adaptive capacity improves, something fascinating happens. It’s not just about having more energy. People report better focus at work, more patience with their kids, a stronger bond with their spouse, and even improved digestion (fun fact: stress wreaks havoc on your gut).

    One woman, a busy mom of three, started incorporating adaptogens into her routine and noticed she wasn’t stress-snacking in the afternoon anymore. Her sugar cravings disappeared because her body wasn’t desperately searching for quick energy fixes. Usually when the body signals that it’s hungry, it’s really saying- we are low on nutrients – feed us. So if you can respond to your body with giving it true nutrition instead of coffee or sugary drinks and snacks that are really a band aid and a very superficial approach, you will revolutionize your health.

    The Simple Way to Test This For Yourself

    Here’s the thing – everyone responds to adaptogens differently. That’s why I always suggest people start with a variety pack to find what works best for their unique system. It’s like dating – you need to meet a few before you find your perfect match.

    If you’re curious about trying adaptogens but don’t want to commit to full-size products yet, I’ve found a pretty sweet deal. There’s a sample pack that lets you try 7 different adaptogenic drinks for $14.95 (with free shipping for first-timers). The best part? It comes with a $15 gift card for your next purchase – basically making it risk-free.

    But whether you try that specific pack or not, start paying attention to your adaptive capacity. Notice when your “stress battery” feels low. Look for patterns. Understanding this one concept could completely change how you approach your energy management.

    → Learn more about the Adaptogen Sample Pack here

    Remember: True energy isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about building your body’s resilience, one small step at a time.

    And of course, make sure you are resting in God’s presence.

    Stay close to Abba

    Julianne

    Psalm 91:16 With a long life I will satisfy him, and shew him My Salvation.

  • When God Led Me to Ditch Toxic Bug Sprays (And What I Found Instead)

    When God Led Me to Ditch Toxic Bug Sprays (And What I Found Instead)

    I still remember that summer evening, sitting on my front porch trying to have my quiet time with the Lord. But instead of peaceful reflection, I was frantically swatting mosquitoes and scratching bites, while worried about the harsh chemicals I’d sprayed on my skin.

    Have you been there? Caught between wanting to enjoy God’s beautiful creation and dreading the swarms of biting insects that seem determined to drive us indoors?

    The Toxic Truth I Couldn’t Ignore

    The Holy Spirit had been convicting me about what I was putting on my body – His temple. When I finally researched the ingredients in my conventional bug spray, I was horrified. DEET, Permethrin, and a cocktail of neurotoxins that could cause everything from skin reactions to seizures.

    1 Corinthians 6:19-20 reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. How could I keep knowingly applying these harmful chemicals?

    A God-Given Alternative

    Through prayer and research, the Lord led me to discover the incredible power of His natural creation. Did you know that organic lemongrass oil naturally repels 176 types of mosquitoes?

    Or that lavender oil not only deters insects but promotes calm and healthy skin?

    This revelation transformed my outdoor time.

    Instead of choosing between toxic sprays or staying inside, I found that God had already provided safe, effective solutions through His creation.

    The Ripple Effects of Going Natural

    When I switched to natural bug protection, something beautiful happened.

    My evening devotional time became truly peaceful again.

    My children could play outside without me worrying about harmful chemicals on their skin.

    Even my garden time became a worship experience, seeing how God provided everything we need in nature.

    Sisters, we don’t have to compromise our health or our convictions to enjoy outdoor living. The Lord has given us everything we need for life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3), including natural ways to protect our families.

    A Simple Step of Stewardship

    If you’re feeling led to make this switch like I was, I want to share a resource that’s been a blessing to our family.

    Abba showed us a place where prayer is the foundation to these turn key formulations, and a natural Bug Off Body Butter was created that combines God’s powerful plant ingredients with deep moisturizing benefits.

    One sister in Christ, Janea recently shared: “Sat outside at a family gathering and not one mosquito bite! I’m usually spraying and double spraying toxic bug spray so I’m so happy to have found this!”

    I give God all the glory for leading me to create this natural alternative. If you’d like to learn more about our Bug Off Body Butter, you can find it here: Natural Bug Protection

    Whatever you decide, I pray this information helps you make wise choices for your family’s wellbeing. May we all be good stewards of these temples He’s entrusted to us.

    In His Grace,
    Julianne

    Psalm 34:8 – “Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”

  • 7 Time Savings Tip for the Postpartum Mama

    7 Time Savings Tip for the Postpartum Mama

    I wish I knew sooner.

    Now you don’t have to struggle or stress through postpartum. It really can be beautiful. These tips were little hinges that swung big doors. Each so worthy. Don’t underestimate them. I did… complete UNNECESSARY pain.

    1. Get a crockpot! Oh Lawd! I cook my beans, then add meat later and veggies last, sometimes pasta. Food for a couple of days. 🤌🏼 Happy husband.
    2. Meal prep so your breakfast is always easy and light. It’s so important for me to have slow peaceful mornings and not be in a rush or feel the pressure of the cares of this world. This little thing really helps. Keep it simple. Mornings are God, the Huggies and preparing your family mentally to have a beautiful day.
    3. Proteins shakes are a MUST. Fast, easy super clean food. Sometimes when there’s a free moment you are debating whether to eat, shower, pee or sleep. This makes things EASY! And this is a season where Mama will totally pay for convenience. Here’s the cleanest plant based one I have found, oh and the flavor is a 10/10. It also helps to keep your breastmilk rich in nutrient while giving Mama a little energy boost. Postpartum nutrient deficiency is a real thing. This is how you fight back. Savings code: faithrefinedbyfire (first timers.) This being plant based and full of enzymes will take a load off your kidneys and liver! Heaven yes!
    4. Shower time! Only God knows what your support system looks like. But if you are anything like me and need to be in and out fast (thank God my husband ALWAYS watches the family when I shower) this gem here saves time! It’s a shampoo and conditioner combined, leaves my hair clean and my curls beautiful. I also use it as a leave in conditioner.
    5. Fast Food is best! Let me explain! No I don’t mean the drive through. I mean raw fruit and vegetables! Nuts. Always have fruit available. Not only will this hydrate you and give you glowing skin but it’s the perfect food for your family too. Hello rich breastmilk.
    6. Master 3 minute makeup. I Ain’t got time for one hour makeup anymore! Seint is the best postpartum makeup I’ve owned. EVERYTHING in One palette. One compact. One brush. Looks like healthy radiant skin! Easy peasy. This is worth mastering. Flawless finish. For every skin tone. Mimics your skin but looks like a filter. No cake face. It really is confidence in a compact. You deserve to look & feel like a queen. Choose your shades here. No selfie required. Or take their find your shade quiz here, it’s extremely accurate. I can also personally color match you here (naked face selfie required). Best decision I made outside of choosing to breastfeed with our 2nd bundle of joy. It’s a fact, when you feel good about yourself, you do better, you feel better, remember, you set the atmosphere in your home (of course so does your hubby) and everyone will feed off your energy. Fill it with God. Fill it with joy.
    7. Spend time with God before everyone wakes up. It’s been pretty challenging to get that time with the family when everyone is awake. This is a lesson learned the hard way so now you don’t have to. Keep the main thing the main thing- Jesus.

    I pray this blessed you. If it did, please prayerfully share it with a postpartum mama or a woman of God that you know.

    Hugs and encouragement your way. Stay close to Jesus.

    JC

     She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. Proverbs 31:15

  • The One Thing That Could Be Stealing Your Harvest

    The One Thing That Could Be Stealing Your Harvest

    Did you know that King Xerxes not only loved Queen Esther, but he deeply honored her.

    So much so that when she approached him he said “ what ever you ask, will be given to you. Whatever you seek will also be done.” Those are weighty words coming from a King.

    But even though his heart toward her was pure & he was devoted to her, there was one thing that almost cost him his beloved.

    He was in alignment with satan and he didn’t even know it.

    And the serpent was the most cunning of them all…

    He infiltrated in a way that was so slow it went undetected as it will lest the Holy Spirit show us.

    It didn’t happen over night but the process was consistent over many years. The events in the book of Esther took place from 486-465 B.C.

    You see, God will warn us of what is to come… IF people would listen.

    The price of misalignment…

    The enemy loves a misaligned person. Because even a grain of agreement can cost an entire harvest.

    Let me tell you about the price … he was FIVE years old. 5. He didn’t have to die. But his mom decided to hop into the shower and he ended up outside. Unsupervised. He died that day because he got ran over by a vehicle. Misalignment.

    I don’t even want to imagine what that was like.

    It didn’t have to happen. It was a great tragedy. Utterly devastating.

    A grain of agreement with the enemy can cause the loss of an entire harvest. I’m sure it seemed harmless for this mother … oh a quick shower … smash … a heartache amongst heartaches.

    Pray for her.

    You may think this post is harsh or intense, but I am not here to butter you up and tell you want you want to hear, but it’s my heart for you to walk as close as a human can to God and to do so joyfully as your reign in your metron.

    I want to share what He’s shared with me so your life isn’t a living hell, so we get our full Abrahamic covenant- the full inheritance not just a slice.

    So we are prepared for what is coming.

    Back to the book of Esther.

    So, even though scripture doesn’t directly say that King Ahasuerus was a man of God, his heart was soft enough to receive God’s instruction when God came knocking.

    Just like the king, there are many lovers of God in body of Christ who are in alignment with the enemy, and they don’t even know it.

    Their heart is pure toward God, and they genuinely & authentically love Him, but part of their alignment is off.

    Doctor Mike Murdock says that pain is a gift from God because it lets us know where something is off. I got that from my husband. (It’s important to give credit where credit is due.)

    I am not talking about good pain like building your muscles, I mean pain like the one God doesn’t want the body of Christ to be in like illness, or oppression, financial struggles or family discord and disunity.

    In the spirit, alignment is everything.

    Agreement is everything.

    So if you are experiencing pain right now & you want change, here is what I do that really helps.

    1. Repent of all things know & unknown. Sin causes separation even if it’s unknown. With a lot of mature believers most of the time they are unaware of the root until they seek God on it & receive healing.
    2. Ask God for optical alliance over the situation. We need heaven’s perspective.
    3. Fast and pray. This is a phenomenal way for seek His will, cut through the noise and get those answers you are so desperate for. Queen Esther was trained in this discipline long before the time came to use it as a weapon of spiritual warfare in the palace. 
    4. Don’t judge how He will answer. He often gives us the answer and it may be in a way you don’t expect or recognize so stay pliable to Him.
    5. Praise Him. Kim Clement says: praise will keep you on your path. It’s the fastest way I know to get in His presence & a most effective weapon.

    As always, Stay close to God.

    JC

    By the way Woman of God, if you ever find yourself in a place where you need mental focus and energy, I esteem this clean drink so much that I make every effort to always have some on hand for my family & I. See it here.

    28 ¶ And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8

    “who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this” Esther 4:25

  • A Bruised Leg

    A Bruised Leg

    Yesterday we were all gathered in the room & our one year old (2 soon) was crying.

    His older brother started pulling out all their toys in the toy box to help his heart.

    It was the sweetest thing. And it worked!

    They were happy & playing, when all of a sudden our youngest took a fall and landed on this little mountain of toys.

    Tears.

    Immediately we went to him. My husband picks him up. We all gather around him, lay hands on him & start praying. After, my husband busts out with his anointing oil and puts it on the red & bruising part.

    Of course, the former nurse in me runs to my natural first aid cream and the coolness of the cream stops the tears for a moment.

    I apply it at least 4 four times in the next couple of hours.

    Today it looked Amazing! The bruise was nearly gone. Swelling looked nonexistent.

    I love the integrity of these clean ingredients. I don’t want toxic garbage on my family. This is my favorite first aid cream.

    I endeavor to keep one in each room, it’s that good and pretty inexpensive.

    It actually has 101 uses!

    As Mama’s, we want the best for our men of God. I know that desire comes from God Himself. That’s why He gave us Jesus.

    Solle Flex AC

    Jesus was the best that Abba had for us.

    And He gave Him without hesitation.

    I want to share some lyrics with you that really touched my heart and left me weeping for days.

    It’s a song by Benjamin William Hastings & Mosaic.

    “Somethin’ isn’t adding up
    This wild exchange You offer us
    I gave my worst, You gave Your blood
    Seems hard to believe
    You’re tellin’ me You chose the Cross?
    You’re tellin’ me I’m worth that much?”

    I just can’t get over it
    What kind of self-control is this?
    When You had angels at Your fingertips
    But on the Cross You remained”

    If you haven’t listened to it… what are you waiting for?

    See it here. I’m not responsible for sobbing tears lol.

    I pray this blesses you, Stay close to Holy Spirit, Julianne 

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