| Notes from the August Meeting |
It was a wonderful discussion about how we each take care of ourselves, as mothers, spouses, and women. Each of us struggle with and celebrate our roles differently and sharing our insights with each other helps us grow. I was recently told by a very talented and insightful healer: when women become mothers they forget how to honor themselves. This holds true for so many of us. But each of us also bears the responsibility to take the time we need for our emotional, spiritual and physical health. It is a difficult task, especially when children are young, but one that is essential for the growth of ourselves, our family, and our community. When we honor our own needs and protect the space we need for renewal, we are able to put good energy into all things we touch.
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| Next Month's Meeting | Open Discussion
September 7, 7pm
Join us for one of our most loved meetings: open discussions!
Curious about natural living or holistic parenting? Want to know more about natural medicine and holistic doctors? Wondering how to handle discipline more gently?
Within our community, we learn from each other. We support each other. We heal each other. And we raise our families with each other. Join us for an open discussion on any and every topic that comes up.
We will meet at The Health Doctors, Inc, 28379 Davis Parkway, Suite 803 in Warrenville, 630-393-2225 www.thehealthdocs.com |
Upcoming Events
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Holistic Moms is committed to spreading the word about natural parenting and holistic living. Please join us at one of the following community events:
August 28, Kids Fair, Whole Foods, Hinsdale
http://wholefoodsmarket.com/storesbeta/hinsdale/store-calendar
September 25, Cantigny Green Fair
http://www.cantigny.org/events/event.aspx?id=630155f9-22c2-dd11-90f4-0016355d9f60
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Holistic Moms Morning Meetup coming this Fall
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You've asked for morning meetings!
You've asked for open discussion meetings!
You've asked for more opportunities to connect!
We want to provide you all three!
We understand that many of you are unable to attend evening meetings
so this September, we will be changing our
Storytime event at Whole Foods to a morning meetup.
We will have an ongoing, open discussion meeting in which there will be lots of opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss holistic and parenting topics,
connect and deepen our friendships.
Our Morning Meetup will be held the 2nd Thursday of each month at
Whole Foods in Napervile from 9:30-11 am.
Please join us! Kids are always welcome at all Holistic Moms events.
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Member Highlight
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Lisa Ayala
Member since: Oct. 2009
Family: Married to Tim, two children, Abigail 12 and Alex 9.
Holistic Passions: One of my holistic passions is connecting with the Spirits of our children. To look beyond the personality and to eagerly await those moments when they "Come Alive!" As a guide, I am passionate about inspiring, encouraging, and supporting that "Aliveness" so that they remain confident to share their gifts with the world!
What inspires me about holistic living: I am inspired by "Lightening Up" on the holistic path. In the past, I feel like I put way too many restrictions on how we lived our lives as a family. Wow, that's exhausting!! So I surrendered to letting my kids eat the cake at the birthday parties and even watch a little Disney channel, OUCH!! And their still thriving beyond my wildest dreams.
Thank you to all the Moms at HMN, I'm always inspired by the passion and knowledge that is exchanged at our meetings and outings.
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| _____________________________________ Holistic Moms serves as a support community for those interested in holistic living and natural parenting. We appreciate all those who have joined our community and spread the word to help make the Western Suburbs chapter possible.
Lisa Rooney, Kate Boyle, & Jen Stahl
Chapter Leaders
Chicago Western Suburbs
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| | | | | Meetings and Gatherings | Open to the Public Chapter Meetings: Held the first Tuesday of every month at The Health Doctors, 28379 Davis Parkway, Warrenville, www.thehealthdocs.com. Morning Meetup/Open Discussion: Join us at Whole Foods in Naperville for a morning open discussion meeting. We will meet in the cafe area the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:30-11 am.
Contact Kate Boyle at kmsboyle@gmail.com, 630-946-6819.
May: Open Discussion
June: Attachment Parenting
July: Green Living in the Suburbs
August: Mommy Self-Care
September: Open Discussion
October: Vaccines (2 part meeting)
November: Consumerism
December: Holiday Open House
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| Members Events | Membership in Holistic Moms is necessary to attend member events. Please go to
www.holisticmoms.org to join!
0-3 years playgroup: meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. This is another wonderful opportunity to get to know other members of our group in a relaxed setting. The schedule and location will vary. If you would like to participate, please contact Kate Boyle at ksmboyle@gmail.com. All ages playgroup: (infants and up) The schedule and location will vary. If you would like to participate, please contact Kate Boyle at ksmboyle@gmail.com. Moms Night Out: takes place the third Friday of each month. Activities will vary. Members will receive an Evite invitation to the event.
Book Club: Book club meets several times a year to discuss the chosen book. Locations will vary.
Mom & Tot Outings, Family Dinner Gatherings, Movie Nights and additional members events will continue
to be scheduled.
Check our local website for details.
http://chicagowestsub.holisticmoms.org |
| Our Sponsors | | We are honored to welcome the following sponsors into our Holistic Moms Network community. We encourage you to learn more about these businesses who share our commitment to holistic health and green living. Tell them HMN sent you!
Millennium Pediatrics,
Dr. Chad Olsen, M.D.
1012 W 95th St, Naperville IL 630-548-1100 *Sponsors of the Chicago Western Suburbs Chapter have been carefully interviewed to ensure they uphold the integrity and mission of our local chapter. |
| Welcome New Members | Welcoming new members to our community:
Heather D
Janet W
Congratulations to Jen Stahl who has recently joined our chapters leadership team. Jen brings insight and passion and will be a wonderful a addition to the team. We are grateful for her involvement!
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| New Chapter Leader |
Congratulations to Jen Stahl who has recently joined our chapters leadership team.
Jen brings insight and passion and will be a wonderful addition to the team. She will be responsible for membership coordination and on-line communications (among other things) and we know her contribution will be great.
We are grateful for her involvement!
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| How to Contact Us | | For more information or to join our community contact: Kate Boyle,
kmsboyle@gmail.com
630-946-6819
Jen Stahl,
630-303-3892
jennifer_kilgore@yahoo.com
local website: membership link: |
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