Hybrid Rasta Mama

Hybrid Rasta Mama My blog is primarily a natural parenting blog. I am passionate about breastfeeding (especially extended breastfeeding), bed-sharing, co-sleeping, attachment parenting, cloth diapering, green living, babywearing, peaceful parenting, a Waldorf approach to education and parenting, playful parenting, getting children outside, holistic/complimentary medicine, as well as cooking and eating Traditional Foods. You will see all of the topics covered on my blog as well as great recipes. I also host the occasional giveaway.

Web Site: http://www.hybridrastamama.com


Happy 3rd Birthday Tiny! Where did time go?

Happy 3rd Birthday Tiny! Where did time go?

Last year I poured my heart out in Two Years Gone By In A Blink Of An Eye. Tiny turning two just hurt. My little baby was gone and I now had a full-fledged toddler. The range of emotions I felt then was intense. Here we are, one year later. Today I hav...

Kelapo Coconut Oil Giveaway (US & Canada; 03/20)

Kelapo Coconut Oil Giveaway (US & Canada; 03/20)

So if you have not figured it out by now, I love coconut oil! My post on 160 Uses For Coconut Oil proves that. I am always on the lookout for coconut oil even though I am pretty devoted to a couple of brands. A new-to-me company contacted me a while ba...

Oil Pulling – What It Is, What It Helps, How To Do It, and Using Coconut Oil for It

Oil Pulling – What It Is, What It Helps, How To Do It, and Using Coconut Oil for It

Oil Pulling was discovered by world renowned physician Dr. F. Karach, M.D., while suffering horribly from a blood disease. Like millions of Americans and people around the world, he sought out a solution for his pain. He tried everything until he came ...

Love Is The Color Of The Rainbow Children’s Book Giveaway {Worldwide; 03/15}

Love Is The Color Of The Rainbow Children’s Book Giveaway {Worldwide; 03/15}

Many of you know that I am a huge advocate of storytelling for children under the age of 9 and that I personally believe in minimal use of books as it stifles the imagination a bit. However, Tiny and I DO read books which I very carefully select. I pre...

The Unconditional Love Challenge #5

The Unconditional Love Challenge #5

Photo Credit: Music and Lyrics Blog Welcome back to The Unconditional Love Challenge. For those of you just joining me here is a little background on what this challenge is all about: Inspired by Dr. Laura at Aha Parenting, I have created The Unconditi...

Turning a nightmare into passion for helping people live better lives

Turning a nightmare into passion for helping people live better lives

Typically I would write a little introduction about the guest post I am hostessing. However, there is really no intro that would do this post justice. Please read on to learn more about tis amazing couple and their harrowing story.TURNING A HORRIFIC, L...

How to consume coconut oil

How to consume coconut oil

One of the most frequently asked questions I get about coconut oil is how to “eat” enough of it each day. Many readers email me or leave comments on my 160 Uses for Coconut Oil post wondering how I consume it. Well – ask and you shall receive! He...

Giveaway: Plan It Don’t Panic Ebook from Keeper of the Home (Ends 03/04)

Giveaway: Plan It Don’t Panic Ebook from Keeper of the Home (Ends 03/04)

Keeper of the Home is one of my favorite websites/blogs. I get giddy when there is a new post in my reader. Stephanie Langford, the brilliant mind behind Keeper of the Home, is passionate about nutrition, natural living, and alternative health issues. ...

Recipe: Chocolate raspberry avocado pudding

Recipe: Chocolate raspberry avocado pudding

Welcome to the second edition of The Blogger on Blogger Post Swap. On the last Wednesday of each month, I will be featuring a post from a fellow blogger that I love and admire and who I have developed a genuine connection with. In turn, that blogger wi...

Giveaway: 32 Ounce Jar of Gold Label Coconut Oil from Tropical Traditions (Ends 03/09)

Giveaway: 32 Ounce Jar of Gold Label Coconut Oil from Tropical Traditions (Ends 03/09)

It is no secret that I love coconut oil. If you are unaware of my love affair with this amazing product then I suggest you head over to my Coconut Health page or visit 160 Uses for Coconut Oil. When I discovered coconut oil a couple of years ago, I too...