Holistic Moms Network Chicago Western Suburbs Newsletter

Nurturing our Children Empowering Ourselves Chicago Western Suburbs Chapter Newsletter May 2012 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. With Love & Friendship, Jen Stahl, Theresa Muth & Laura Schreiner Chapter Leaders   Chicago Western Suburbs Next Month's Meeting - Tuesday, May 1, 2012  7-9 PM Movie:  "Happy" For this month's meeting, we will be showing the movie "Happy", and having open discussion afterwards.  :)   Does money make you HAPPY? Kids and family? Your work? Do you live in a world that values and promotes happiness and well-being? Are we in the midst of a happiness revolution? Roko Belic, director of the Academy Award® nominated "Genghis Blues" now brings us HAPPY, a film that sets out to answer these questions and more. Taking us from the bayous of Louisiana to the deserts of Namibia, from the beaches of Brazil to the villages of Okinawa, HAPPY explores the secrets behind our most valued emotion. Member Profile Heather Flowers How long have you been a member of HMN?   Since I was 8 months pregnant, back in 2009.   I'm a Holistic Mom because:  I believe that we have the capacity to treat and cure so many ailments and illnesses with the use of holistic practices. I have seen the magical powers of human thought and that's why I choose a holistic lifestyle. It was vital when I had my daughter Aireanna to show her through nutrition, attachment parenting and sustainable living, we can drastically change the world we live in for the better.   My holistic passions are:  Being a playful loving mom, healing through nutrition, supplements, and touch. I feel in my heart one of my souls purposes is to pass on a view of the world to my daughter that is filled with love and respect for the earth! I try to inspire this in my family as well as others around me not by force but by example. I love, love, love preparing raw and vegan meals for everyone to try especially the desserts:)   What inspires me about Holistic Moms or holistic living?  We strengthen in numbers. When we have the joy of being around others that value and cherish our believes it strengthens our abilities to live a holistic life in a world that hasn't yet embraced this concept. That's why I love this tribe of moms:) everyone offers honest, loving advice and truly cares about each other!! That is an amazing thing to be a part of.    One of my favorite healthy recipes:    Sweet and Sour Coconut Truffles 1 lb Coconut Flakes 1 c. Dried Cranberries 1 c. Pine Nuts 2 tbsp. Honey 1/5 tsp. Sea Salt Carob Powder or Coconut Flakes to taste Blend first 5 ingredients in food processor until thouroughly mixed.  Take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball shape.  Repeat process until all mixture is used up.  The balls can be rolled in shredded coconut or carob powder, or frozen to reduce surface stickiness.  Yields 15 truffles.                                 In This Issue Next Month's Meeting Member Profile Chapter Events & Activities ADVERTISEMENT    THE CHESTNUT TREE ORGANIC DAYCARE   ~ WELCOME TO OUR SPRING OPEN HOUSE ~  EVERY SUNDAY IN APRIL & MAY 2012 ~ 2 to 4 P.M.      THE CHESTNUT TREE ORGANIC DAYCARE    (WALDORF- INSPIRED )   ~   DOWNERS GROVE, IL    ( 5 MINUTES FROM GOOD SAM HOSPITAL )      NOW ACCEPTING FULL & PART-TIME ENROLLMENT 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM    (ADDITIONAL HOURS AVAILABLE) 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 & 5 DAY OPENINGS ~ DROP - IN CARE AVAILABLE   ~YUMMY ORGANIC HOME-COOKED MEALS & SNACKS ~WEEKLY HOMEMADE BREADMAKING &   NATURAL DESSERTS ~ACTIVITIES:   DAILY PLAY-TIME OUTSIDE ~ LARGE YARD, SANDPLAY, SWINGSET, WATER TABLE,  CIRCLE GAMES, ORG. FLOWER &VEGETABLE GARDENS TO PLANT, POTTERY (W/ LOCAL STUDIO FIRING OUR CLAY ARTWORK ), PRESCHOOL READINESS ACTIVITIES,BEESWAX MOLDING, PAINTING ( A VARIETY OF MEDIUMS), PUPPETRY& SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS.    ALL ACTIVITY FEES INCLUDED IN TUITION.   *   *   *   SPRING COUPON   *   *   *    $25.00 OFF YOUR FIRST WEEK OF PART-TIME CARE,    $50.00 OFF YOUR FIRST WEEK OF FULL-TIME CARE: ( JUST MENTION THIS NOTICE)      ~ OPEN HOUSE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED ~    Please Phone or Email ~ 630-207-8011, emilyteagarden@yahoo.com  Director: Emily De Palma Marx   Meeting Topics  2012 Meeting Schedule (subject to change)   May:  Movie: "Happy" (with Open Discussion) June: Scoop on Poop ( Digestion Information) July: Movie: Where the Children Play (Open Discussion) August: Abdominal Massage September: Think Beyond the Pink Breast Prevention October: "What's on your Holistic Mind?" (Open Discussion) November: Gut Syndrome December: Holiday Social/Gift Exchange Join Our Mailing List    Contact Us  Jen Stahl 630-579-0659 Email Jen Laura Schreiner 847-373-9220 Email Laura Theresa Muth 630-915-9387 Email Theresa Local Website Membership Link National Website Chapter Events and Activities Chapter Meetings: Held the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7-9 pm at The Health Doctors, 28379 Davis parkway, Warrenville, www.thehealthdocs.com Open to the public. Morning Meetup & Open Discussion: Join us at Whole Foods Naperville for a morning open discussion meeting the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:30-11 am. http://wholefoodsmarket.com/storesbeta/naperville/  Open to the public. Playgroups: We meet regularly for play dates at members homes. Locations will vary. Membership is required to attend playgroups. Moms Night Out:We gather the 3rd Friday of each month for a moms only "playdate". Babies in arms are welcome. Activities and locations vary. Membership is required to attend mom's night out. Book Club:We meet several times a year to discuss the chosen book. Location will vary. Membership is required to participate in book club. Mom & Tot Outings: Special outings planned several times a year specifically with our young ones in mind. membership is required to participate. Family Gatherings, Movie Nights, and additional members events will continue to be scheduled. Check out or local website for details. http://chicagowestsub.holisticmoms.org

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