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,
Dorothy Coop, Krista Sherinian, and Christy Poniatowski
Chapter Leaders Chicago Western Suburbs
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Monthly Chapter Meeting
A Peaceful Night Amongst the Holiday Crazy Season Tuesday, November 4th, 7pm | | Starting around Halloween and going through Thanksgiving and Christmas, ending around New Year's usually is most peoples busiest time of year. Amongst this chaos we have decided to have a night of peace. Join Genis Schmidt in an Open Discussion and Practices of peaceful and meditative techniques to use all year round and especially during this busy season. Genis will lead the group in yoga, meditation, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and other peaceful practices. Also you are more than welcome to bring and discuss some techniques you have used to maintain your peace and calm. We hope you will take this time out of your busy schedule to join us and BE STILL.
Genis Schmidt is a former co-leader of the HMN Chicago Western Suburbs Chapter and a coordinator for the HMN Fox Valley Chapter. She leads Earth Based Celebrations based on the Changing of the Seasons and the Moon's Cycles. She is being mentored on the Dances of Universal Peace and has attended several meditation and yoga classes. She is a stay at home mom for her two amazing daughters and loving husband. The Health Doctors, 28379 Davis Parkway, Suite 803 Warrenville, IL 60555 |
| Whole Foods Meetup
Wednesday, November 12th, 9:30-11 a.m. | Join us for a special presentation on pelvic health by Carrie Koziol, a Licensed Physical Therapist.
Whole Foods, Naperville
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Member Highlight
Amanda Montano
| | How long have you been a member of Holistic Moms Network? Since July/August 2014
I am a holistic mom because: I care about the health of myself and my family. We try to live as healthy and naturally as possible. I love getting to know other moms who are equally as passionate about these things, bouncing ideas of one another and leaning on each other for support when needed.
My holistic passions are: Organic and GMO free foods, maintaining a clean "back to basics" diet, cooking, yoga, Pilates, being in nature, walking, receiving massage and Thai Bodywork, acupuncture, chiropractic care, making my own cleaning products, using essential oils, breastfeeding, instinctively practicing "Attachment" or "Conscious" Parenting...the list could go on and on!
What inspires you about HMN or holistic living? Learning about the other mothers and the paths they're on inspires and strengthens me on my own holistic living path. I feel like my values and ideas are reinforced, and not attacked, when talking with other holistic moms. I am also learning new things to incorporate into our lifestyle with every conversation it seems!
One of my favorite healthy recipes:
Pumpkin Oatmeal
4c Organic Rice Milk (or alternative) 2c gluten free oats 16oz organic bpa free pumpkin purée
To taste: Organic dried cranberries Organic bananas Organic chopped walnuts Raw honey (local is best!) Organic cinnamon Organic nutmeg In a large pot, bring the rice milk to a boil. Add the oats and walnuts and simmer until softens a bit. Add the remaining ingredients and continue simmering until it reaches your desired consistency.
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| 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 WEDNESDAY of each month from 9:30-10:30 am. (Will only be an hour in the summer due to Kids Event at Whole Foods.) http://wholefoodsmarket.com/storesbeta/naperville/ Open to the public. Playgroups: All ages --4th Wednesday of the month @ 9:30 am. Locations will vary. Membership is required to attend playgroups.
Moms Night Out: A moms only "playdate". Babies in arms are welcome. Dates, activities and locations vary. Watch for postings. Membership is required to attend mom's night out.
Book Club:We meet several times a year to discuss the chosen book. Dates and location will vary. Watch for postings. 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. Dates and locations vary. Watch for postings. Membership is required to participate in Mom/Tot outings.
Family Gatherings, Movie Nights, and additional member events will continue to be scheduled
Check out or local website for details. http://chicagowestsub.holisticmoms.org
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|  | | Meet Our Sponsor |  A special thank you to Dr. Jim Claussen for letting us use his chiropractic office for our meetings! |
| Meeting Topics | | 2014 Meeting Schedule (subject to change)
Nov - A Peaceful Night Amongst the Holiday Crazy Season Dec - Open House/Holiday Social |
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