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, Christy Poniatowski, and Tanya Kreger
Chapter Leaders Chicago Western Suburbs
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Monthly Chapter Meeting Calm Bodies, Calm Families: Using Basic Brain Science to Understand Your Children and YourselfTuesday, January 3rd, 7pm | Have you heard about "sensory issues" in kiddos and wondered how that may apply to your own experience as a parent? Do you struggle to rectify developmentally inappropriate societal expectations of your child when your gut instinct as a parent tells you something feels mismatched? Are you curious about how natural-minded practices integrate with the science of child development and human connection?
Join Pediatric OT Kim Oswald for an evening to delve into these questions (as well as some of your own)...and leave with some new tools, perspectives, and levity for your human experience dealing with mis-firing nervous systems, aka parenting!
Kim Oswald, OTR/L, CYT Kim is a pediatric occupational therapist that specializes in nervous system function, sensory integration, attention, sensory-motor development, and emotional self-regulation. She combines her 13 years of private clinical practice with a holistic approach, including mindfulness, conscious parenting, self-awareness, essential oils, and nature. She has extensive experience both consulting with and presenting workshops to school staff and parents. Kim is a certified yoga instructor, mom, and co-host of the podcast "The Resourced Adult," along with Naturopathic Doctor Danielle Anderson. https://www.facebook.com/theresourcedadult/
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Member Highlight Kim Oswald | | How long have you been a member of HMN?
I joined in August of 2014.
I am a holistic mom because I have been on a long journey of self-discovery and health that has led me to this lifestyle! Continuing similar practices during this path as a new mother just makes sense to me both due to my training as a pediatric occupational therapist, and my maternal instincts.
My holistic passions are:
Natural childbirth (especially water birth), breastfeeding advocacy, whole/natural foods and cooking, baby-led weaning, natural forms of healing, and attachment parenting.
What inspires you about HMN or holistic living?
This group inspires me because I am thrilled to find like-minded, powerful women. Holistic living inspires me because it taps into the intuitive knowledge of my body, nature, and the universe.
What is your favorite healthy recipe?
Thai Coconut Vegetable Soup Recipe
This recipe is both vegetarian and vegan, so it is 100% egg-free, dairy-free and cholesterol-free. It is from vegetarian.about.com and is a favorite in my household! - 1 onion, diced
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 can chickpeas (optional)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 2 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- juice from 3 limes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil or cilantro
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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.
Monthly Morning Meetups: We will meet the third Tuesday of each month from 9:30-11:30 at Grounds for Hope in Lisle. We will have our own room but the kids can also play in the open area. A cafe is also available. The fee for the kids to play is just $5/child. Parents could also purchase a 6 month pass for just $45. This would cover their family (up to 4 children) for 6 months. It cannot be shared between families as this constitutes an agreement to our rules and wavier. Children would still need to be supervised during play and cannot be left unattended. Please pre-register here: http://www.groundsforhopecafe.org/#/kids-birthdays. As for food options, there are many items available, reasonably priced, and should be able to accommodate many food allergies. We have several fresh fruit and vegetable options as well as gluten free bread and snack bars. Please let us know if someone has an unusual allergy to see if we have an option available. Grounds for Hope, 2701 Maple Ave, Lisle, IL 60532. Open to the public. You do not have to be a member to attend. 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 | | 2016-17 Meeting Schedule (subject to change)
Jan 3 - Calm Bodies, Calm Familiess Feb 7 - Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Mar 7 - New Methods for Brain Health
Apr 4 - Pathways of Vitality |
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