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, & Grace Soraparu
Chapter Leaders Chicago Western Suburbs
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Monthly Chapter Meeting Myofascial Therapies for
Neurological Recovery | Dr. Suzanne Joseph will present the latest research on neurological recovery. The attendees will practice reflexes techniques from their seats to demonstrate the quick changes the neurological system can make with the right tactile and sensory inputs. As everyone has a neurological system, this course can affect pain, dysfunction, speech and hearing, cognition, immunity, and attention and concentration. A handout of these techniques will be provided to attendees via email for use with their children and families. This discussion and demonstration is for community, as well as medical professionals.
Dr. Suzanne Joseph has spent over 40 years as a physical therapist pioneering the profession toward manual diagnostics and treatment. She was the first Integrative Manual Therapist in the Midwest United States. Her education includes a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, certifications in Integrative Manual Therapy, Women's Health, Manual Therapy and Autism.
Meeting Location: Four Winds Waldorf School |
Member Highlight
Krissie Garcia | | How long have you been a member of HMN? Since August 2017
I am a holistic mom because: I had a wake up call with my eldest son's health right after his 12 month well baby visit/shots. We completely trusted everything our pediatrician recommended back then and ignored our gut feelings. He stopped walking and wasn't able to bear any weight on his legs within 2 weeks of that appointment. He was diagnosed with Juvenile Arthritis and Uveitis by 18 months. I started to do my own research, began questioning his doctors and dove into researching how to get your body to a healthy state to fight autoimmune disease naturally. We tried every modality you could think of until we found a form of frequency testing that began giving him some great progress. We now do things much differently with him and his younger brother and his soon to be baby brother! We are no longer afraid of diseases and feel empowered when we conquer something naturally and strengthen our boys' immune systems by letting their bodies fight things off.
My holistic passions are: Alternative medicine, getting to the root cause of disease, helping others get their bodies to a balanced state of wellness.
What inspires you about HMN or holistic living? I LOVE being able to talk freely amongst like minded mamas. We moved here at the end of last summer from an area that didn't have an HMN nearby. I love talking different modalities of alternative medicine without people looking at me like I'm crazy �� . It's also great spending time with families who care about what kind of food they feed their kids/family.
One of my favorite healthy recipes:
COWBOY CAVIAR
https://www.thankyourbody.com/recipe-cowboy-caviar/
We frequently eat this as a meal and not a side because it's so good!
Ingredients - 2 Tablespoons organic red wine vinegar, or organic apple cider vinegar
- 1½ to 2 teaspoons organic hot sauce
- 1½ teaspoons organic extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove organic garlic, minced
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 firm-ripe organic avacado
- 1 can (11 ounces) organic black-eyed peas (or black beans, canned or cooked from dried)
- 8 ounces organic corn kernels
- ⅔ cup thinly sliced green onions
- ⅔ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ pound organic Roma tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- sea salt to taste
- Organic tortilla chips (here's how to make your own) or 2 cups organic shredded cabbage
Instructions - In a bowl, mix vinegar, hot sauce, oil, garlic, and pepper. Peel, pit, and cut avocado into ½ inch cubes. add to vinegar mixture and mix gently to coat.
- Drain and rinse black eyed peas (or black beans). Add the peas, corn, green onions, cilantro, and tomatoes to the avocado; mix gently to coat. Add salt to taste.
- Serve with chips as an appetizer, or toss with the cabbage as a salad.
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| Chapter Events and Activities
| Chapter Meetings: Held the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7-9 pm at Four Winds Waldorf School, 30W160 Calumet Ave W, Warrenville, IL 60555. Open to the public.
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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|  | | Meeting Topics | | 2018 Meeting Schedule (subject to change)
May 1st - Myofascial therapies, etc. Jun 5th - Neurodevelopmental Optometry Jul 10th - Vibrant Illinois/Vaccine education Aug 7th - Sensory Issues Sep 11th - Plagiocephaly; flat head/torticollis Oct 2nd - Spirit Animals Nov 6th - Health & Wellness Dec 4th - Holiday Party |
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| Sponsor | A special thanks to Four Winds Waldorf School for offering us the space to host our meetings! |
| Contact Us | | Dorothy Coop Christy Poniatowski
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