Maison Pur (Molly Hill)

Brand founder, Suzanne LeRoux, gives us a behind the scenes look at One Love Organics. We discuss everything from how products are developed to their high tech ECOCERT lab, built right on their property.

In this episode:

• what sets natural beauty brands apart from conventional
• how One Love Organics got started
• why a hands on approach makes a big difference
• what is ECOCERT and what was the process to obtain this certification

Find One Love Organics products at https://oneloveorganics.com/ and find them on instagram at @oneloveorganics

Ever feel overwhelmed trying to find the best non-toxic paint? Or maybe you want to remodel using non-toxic materials but you're not even sure where to start? Andrew Pace, the Healthy Home Concierge, is here to help! 

Whether you're building an entire house or just doing a bedroom refresh, Andrew is sharing the ins and outs of finding healthier home products and which areas are worth focusing on. 

In this episode:

• Which areas of our homes should we prioritize non-toxic materials
• Why green/eco-friendly isn't the same as non-toxic
• green-washing within building/home products
• How to find better products at big box stores
• How to find contractors willing to work with non-toxic products
• Much more!

Andrew Pace is a Healthy Home Concierge and Founder of The Green Design Center, a leading resource for homeowners and contractors to find healthy and green products. Andrew is also the host of the weekly Non Toxic Environments Podcast. 

Technology rules our lives more and more everyday, but most of us don't stop the scroll to wonder how it can affect our wellness. Today, August Brice of Tech Wellness is here to show us how to set ourselves up to thrive with tech! 

We cover a lot of ground in this episode from privacy concerns, to kids & screens, and even clear the air on EMF. **My mic had a major issue during recording which wasn't caught until after. I've had some audio engineers clean up my audio and hopefully this fascinating conversation can still be a wonderful resource for you.

In this episode:

• What is EMF & is it really a concern?
• Is anti-EMF gear legit?
• Privacy concerns
• Hidden ways businesses or even creepers can track you
• Kids + technology
• What studies show about kid's screen time, early social media use, & more
• Setting boundaries
• Teaching kids how to protect their privacy now and for their future selves
• Catfishing

August’s passion is finding solutions for mindful living in our digital world.  Her online platform, TechWellness.com is the only comprehensive online source that addresses all the challenges of our modern digital world - from EMF Radiation and effects of blue light, to Cyber security and mental wellbeing with tech. On top of her on-going research, August has built an Advisory Team consisting of world-renown experts in each area, who consult with Tech Wellness and review all major content on the site. 

In honor of Pollinator Week, I'm chatting with native plant and pollinator expert, Elizzabeth Kaufman, from Pollinator Partnership. She's sharing all the cool facts on bees, along with what we can do to ensure they thrive, even as more of their habitat is taken away.

In this episode:

• What are native pollinators?
• Why are they important?
• How can they impact our own gardens?
• Easy tips to create a bee-friendly yard or even balcony space
• Ways to keep them safe
• And lots of bee facts!

Links:
Garden Cards
Kid's Activities
Pollinator Partnership

Huge thanks to our sponsor, Earth's Ally! Earth's Ally has an entire line of bee safe lawn and garden products. Check them out at earthsally.com.

Taking a closer look at one of my longtime favorite green beauty brands. HENNE founder, Laura Xiao, joins me to discuss what it's been like to found an organic beauty company and shares tips and practical advice for living a healthy, balanced life.

In this episode:

• The process of becoming certified organic
• Her inspiration for the products and the brand as a whole
• Beauty Tips
• Sleep
• Setting yourself up for success with healthier habits
• Why a balanced approach is usually best

You can find more about HENNE Organics and Laura on their website: henneorganics.com and on Instagram @henneorganics

Use code MAISONPUR for 15% off at henneorganics.com (1 time per email address)

Does your cleanser really matter? As the foundation of your skincare routine, it may matter more than you think! Holistic estheticians, Jess Arnaudin + Kimmy Martin of Ritual Skin Studio, join me to talk all about cleansing your skin.

In this episode:

• Creating a skincare ritual
• Protecting the skin barrier 
• How does your cleanser impact your skin?
• How do you find the right cleanser for you?
• Should you use different cleansers in the morning vs at night?
• Exfoliation

Jess and Kimmy share so many helpful tips in this episode! Be sure to follow them at @ritualskinstudio for more tips and if you're in Florida, be sure to check out Ritual Skin Studio.

Link to the book mentioned in this episode:
Clean by James Hamblin

This episode covers so much ground on underlying health issues and supporting our bodies! Expert guest, Paola Xhuli, joins me to discuss what detoxing means and other systems of our bodies that need support.

Paola is a Functional Nutritionist and Detox Specialist that specializes in stimulating the body’s natural self-healing and self-regulating mechanisms to tackle health issues and symptoms. Her main research focus areas are mitochondrial health, gut health, parasites, drainage & detox, and hormonal imbalances.

In this episode:

• Keys to gut health
• Ways to address gut issues
• What does it mean to detox?
• Who may benefit from a detox
• Common culprits we need to detox from: mold, toxins, parasites + more
• Why is the lymphatic system important and how do we support it?
• What role does our liver play?
• And SO much more!

Find Paola on Instagram at @paolaxhuli

Ever wanted to work with a health coach or maybe you wondered what they do? Certified health coach, Natalie Cardozo, joins me to share what it's like to work with a health coach and she gives us some great tips on how to take care of our health day to day. 

In this episode:

• What working with a health coach is like 
• Key areas she looks at when she works with someone  
• Importance of hormone health
• How to keep hormones healthy day to day
• How to keep blood sugar balanced
• How to set yourself up for success with a good sleep schedule

Find Natalie on Instagram at @nataliee_michel and on her blog: https://precioustimeblog.com/. You can also receive the free 4 day hormone reset guide by signing up for her newsletter on her site.

Many of us enjoy starting the day with  coffee, but there's more to that cup of joe than you might think! Becca from organicallybecca.com joins me to talk about how to find the best quality and healthiest coffee. From how it's grown and processed to what to look for on the label, Becca covers it all!

In this episode:

• Health benefits of coffee 
• Issues with how coffee crops are grown
• Does processing matter? 
• How can we find better options?  
• Becca's tips for brewing a great cup of coffee
• Becca's favorite healthier coffee brands
• What about decaf? 

Plus so much more!

You can find Becca at organicallybecca.com and on Instagram @organicallybecca. Find a list of her top coffee picks here. Use code Molly to save 15% on her Brew It Like Becca E-book.

Becca is a blogger, wife, and dog mom living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Having seen firsthand the benefits of switching to a natural lifestyle herself, she's passionate about helping women make the switch to clean beauty products, organic skincare, and a holistic way of life (without the stress of being perfect about it!). In her spare time, Becca enjoys drinking coffee, hiking with her husband and pup, doing barre workouts, and traveling.

Eczema, chronic runny nose, constipation... Today's kids are plagued with chronic illnesses and often times, little attempt is made to look a bit deeper at what might be causing it. Dr. Sheila Kilbane is changing that for her patients and beyond. She joins me to discuss some of the most common chronic ailments popping up in children and how parents can get real answers and solutions.

In this episode:

• The chronic issues popping up the most
• Why do modern kids seem to be overwhelmed with inflammation and these other outward chronic issues? 
• The role of nutrition and diet
• Dairy and it's links to inflammation and/or symptoms 
• The ideal diet for a child starting to exhibit some of these chronic illnesses or to stay healthy
• What are some of the major contributors to eczema and what can parents do? 

And so much more!

Links:

Dr. Kilbane's practice
Her Book
Supplement Guide
Eczema Guide
Eczema Webinar
Dr. Kilbane's Course

Today, Laura from laurasnaturallife.com joins me to talk about how to create a healthy home. Her own health history has forced her to do a deep examination into what's really in our homes and she's a wealth of knowledge on finding nontoxic furnishings, improving indoor air quality, and preventing mold.

In this episode:
How your home environment can affect your health
Easy steps to create a healthier home
Nontoxic cleaning products
Paint and building materials
Preventing mold
And Laura shares how to hack the system and source nontoxic home furnishings at any budget!

Follow along with Laura on Instagram, YouTube, her podcast, and her blog

Kristin from Live Simply is back discussing budgeting, grocery shopping, feeding kids, and talking picky eaters. Find her over at livesimply.me and on instagram at @livesimplymom. Find her fridge tour here: https://livesimply.me/real-food-fridge-tour/ 

Former beauty editor turned certified health coach and best selling author, Jolene Hart, shares how daily wellness habits can help shape our beauty. To her, beauty is wellness and all the steps along the way contribute to our outward glow. In this episode, we discuss how nutrition, sleep, stress, personal relationships, and our daily attitudes all play a role in our beauty. Check out her Eat Pretty book series and preorder her new book, Ignite Your Light, on amazon. For more, check out her site: https://www.jolenehart.com/.

Organic lawn care expert, Paul Tukey, joins me to talk about the basics on how you can take care of your lawn with an organic mindset. He's the author of The Organic Lawn Care Manual found here: https://amzn.to/3d6nazv, and an award-winning documentary producer, along with being a former host of People, Places, & Plants on HGTV, and is currently the Chief Sustainability Officer at glenstone.org. 

Is botox really toxic? What does Retinol actually do? Why do women dye their hair? Dr. Villafranco from https://osmiaorganics.com/ joins me to bust some natural beauty myths and take a closer look at the beauty choices we make.

Dr. Sarah Villafranco joins me to take a closer look at what our skin is telling us and get the low down on perioral dermatitis. Find her skincare line at https://osmiaorganics.com/ and follow along on Instagram @osmiaorganics.

What if we supported local, smaller farmers instead of large, industrial farming? In this episode Evan McCommon from Mahaffey Farms talks about Regenerative Farming, supporting your local community, rethinking the food supply chain, and holding on to local traditions while improving your health and the environment. Follow along at https://mahaffeyfarms.com and on Instagram at @mahaffeyfarms.

Feeling inspired to start your own veggie garden this year or perhaps you want to join the victory garden movement? Steph Duford joins me to discuss the basics of setting up your own backyard garden. Whether it be just a few containers or a large garden bed. Find her on Instagram @stephdufordlifestyle. Here's the link to the soil supplement she recommends: https://www.teraganix.com/Default.asp?Click=18443.

From sustainable beauty packaging to more sustainable period products, clean beauty makeup artist, Sammie Kolk of @hullosam, joins me for some girl talk this Earth Day!

Holistic esthetician and author of Plant-Based Beauty, Jess Arnaudin, joins me to discuss holistic skincare. In this episode we cover:

• Ways to take care of your skin from the inside out
• How to build a skincare routine
• What products are best for different skin types, including preteen + teen skin.
• Adjusting skincare with the seasons
• DIY products you can make in your own kitchen!

Find out more about Jess and how to purchase her book at jessarnaudin.com and on Instagram @jessarnaudin. 

The lovely Laurel Shaffer, founder & namesake of Laurel Skin, joins me to talk natural skincare. From her background in herbalism to how she creates products to ingredient sourcing, she gives us the behind the scenes from a brand's perspective. Plus, we dish on all the labels and terms surrounding green beauty these days and why educating consumers about why to choose natural beauty is still very relevant. You can find their products at https://www.laurelskin.com and find them on social media @laurelskin. 

Ever wonder what's really in your kid's bath products? Allyson Owens joins me to do a deep dive on common ingredients in children's products, which ones to avoid, and the easiest way for busy moms to spot the safest products on the shelves.

In this episode:

• What's the difference between organic & nontoxic? 
• Greenwashing 
• Different product certifications & what they mean
• Why safe preservatives are important
• Common ingredients to watch out for
• Are claims like 'Hypoallergenic' regulated?
• How to easily find truly safe products

Find out more about Pleni Natural on their website https://pleninaturals.com and @pleninaturals

In this episode I'm joined by Sarah, a conscious lifestyle expert, to discuss what sustainable fashion means and some easy ways to incorporate more sustainable, eco-friendly pieces into your own wardrobe.

In this episode:

• The basics of sustainable fashion
• The ethical and environmental impact of conventional fashion
• How to find sustainable clothing & accessories
• Budget friendly options
• Sustainable options for kids
• Some of Sarah's favorite brands and places to shop
• Resources for learning more

Follow along with Sarah over at @urbanwit on Instagram & TikTok and at urbanwit.com.

Today Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, MD, a holistic pediatrician, joins me to discuss holistic wellness tips for kids. In this episode we cover:

• Immunity Tips
• How food is more powerful than supplements
• Constipation
• Eczema
• How to handle fevers
• Seasonal allergies
• & More

You can learn more about Dr. Temple's Eczema course at https://www.integrativehealthcourses.com/courses/eczema and follow along with her on Instagram @dranamariatemple. 

Welcome back to holistic wellness tips for kids with holistic pediatrician, Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, MD. In this episode we cover:

• Sleep tips and how to make sure kids are getting enough rest
• How to deal with stress and the drastic steps Dr. Temple and her family took to decompress and realign
• Immunity tips for Coronavirus 

Find out more about her eczema course at https://www.integrativehealthcourses.com/courses/eczema and follow along @dranamariatemple. 

All woman deserve safer beauty options but are there safer options for everyone? Today I'm joined by Certified Holistic Health Coach and fellow blogger & podcaster, Tiffany Stuart, to discuss this topic and share her experience switching over to safer products. Multiple research studies show that products marketed to women of color, and especially to black women, tend to contain a much higher amount of ingredients that could be harmful to health and put them at risk. How can we ensure they have better options? Are there safer products being made for and marketed to women of color or are there still gaps to fill?

You can find Tiffany at https://www.itsmeladyg.com/, @itsmeladyg on Instagram, It's Me, Lady G YouTube channel, and on her podcast, What In The Wellness With Tiffany.

Celeste Thomas, Rn, BSN joins me to talk all about holistic skincare. In a world where people are looking for a quick fix, we often ignore the signs our skin is trying to show us and instead look for a miracle cream. Celeste shares how she was able to heal her skin after years of struggling with acne by addressing underlying inflammation and making some diet and lifestyle shifts. The proof is in her skin which is always glowing!

In this episode:

• How diet, stress, and more can have an effect on our skin
• Some common dietary culprits and the benefits of fermented food
• Celeste shares her skincare routine for glowing skin
• Our favorite skincare tools
• We discuss the safety of some common cosmetic procedures

Find Celeste at The True Spoon, on YouTube, and Instagram. Links for resources mentioned: Her Skin Confident Course and Coconut Yogurt recipe.

Ever wonder what inspires someone to create a beauty brand that truly taps into nature? Bee Simonds, founder and creator of H Is For Love, shares her story and what inspired her to create her gorgeous brand. In this episode we go into how important self-care is and the process of creating something when you feel truly inspired.

Follow along with H Is For Love at https://www.hforlove.com and on Instagram @h_is_for_love.

The Enneagram test mentioned in the episode can be found at https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test

Certified Herbalist, Liane Moccia, joins me to take a deeper look at our overall health and talk about a holistic approach to pre-pregnancy planning, fertility, and beyond. 

In this episode:

• What is an herbalist?
• How herbal medicine + lifestyle changes can improve your health + fertility
• Herbs for fertility (for women + men)
• Balancing hormones
• Liver detox and how that plays a role in our hormonal health
• Why painful cycles or PMS is a warning sign that something is out of balance
• Herbs for before, during, and after pregnancy
• Herbs for stress, sleep, + more

Find Liane at https://www.lianesherbalwellness.com/ and on Instagram at @lianemoccia. You can also get a quick list of tips from Liane to help you on your fertility journey here.

Holistic pediatrician, Dr. Temple, joins me again to discuss one of the main pillars from her new book, The Rule Of 5. Healthy eating habits are an intricate part of our overall health. Easier said than done with endless snacking, picky eaters, sugar monsters, and more!

In this episode:

• How to set up healthy eating habits 
• Dealing with picky eaters
• How nutrition impacts our health for the long term
• Healthy snack options
• How sugar impacts our overall health

A big thanks to The Choosy Chick for sponsoring this episode! You can find natural beauty and body care products for the whole family at thechoosychick.com.

For more from Dr. Temple check out her new book The Rule Of 5. Find her on instagram and on her site, Family Wellness Tips.

What's really in conventional wine? The answer may surprise you. Luckily there are better options and Amanda is breaking them down for us! She's also giving some insight into the wine industry, common additives and growing practices, and tips for having your own taste test at home.

Find her on Instagram: @abeautifulpursuit

The wine source Amanda mentioned in this episode is Dry Farm Wines. My listeners can get an extra bottle for just a penny with this link:  dryfarmwines.com/maisonpur

No matter where you're at on your journey to switch to natural and green products, this episode has something for you! Becca and I share our experiences switching to natural, categories that were the toughest, and resources to help a long the way. We're also sharing what we're loving now and some of our favorite products!

In this episode:

• Making informed decisions vs. fear-based decisions
• What helped us find the best natural products
• The hardest categories for us to switch
• Best advice for switching your products
• Some of our current favorites

Find Becca at her website: OrganicallyBecca.com and on Instagram: @organicallybecca. 

Through her own health journey and then her son's, Marilee Nelson has become an expert on healthy living spaces. As a Board Certified Nutritionist, Certified Building-Biologist, Building Materials Specialist, and one of the founders of the non-toxic cleaning brand, Branch Basics, Marilee has helped so many others create a healthier home. She joins me today to share what to watch out for in your own home and some easy swaps!

In this episode:

• How to keep your indoor air healthy
• Areas of concern in our homes
• Budget-friendly DIY air filter
• What to look for when buying furnishings
• How we can mitigate effects of toxins brought into the home
• Newly constructed/remodeled spaces
• Pesticide alternatives

Find out more about Marilee and Branch Basics at Branchbasics.com. You can save on their products with code MAISONPUR. For more information on all the categories of products to remove for a healthier home, check out this article. For tips on buying furnishings, check out this article. 

Can green beauty compete with conventional beauty? Yes, and they may even be out-competing them!

Susanne Norwitz, founder and mastermind behind the high-performance, natural skincare line Maya Chia, joins me to give us a glimpse behind the scenes. We talk about sourcing high-quality ingredients, creating products that work on many levels, and being innovative in the green beauty space.

Find out more about Maya Chia here and connect with them @mayachiabeauty.

Special thanks to today's sponsor: Juni Essentials. Find their sustainable bamboo toothbrushes at juniessentials.com and use code MAISONPUR at checkout to save 20% off until 2/28/21

Curious what kind of products you need for a basic skincare routine? Or wonder what order to apply them? We've got you covered! Today Allyson Owens, founder of Pleni Naturals,  joins me to talk skincare basics. With a career that started as an esthetician and has taken her through product manufacturing and formulating, Allyson knows what makes skin happy and which ingredients can have the biggest impact!

In this episode:

• What you need for a basic routine
• Exfoliation and how often to do it
• What order to apply products
• Must have items in anyone's routine
• How to test and incorporate new products
• Plus lots of tips from Allyson!

Find Pleni Naturals on Instagram @pleninaturals and find out more on their website: https://pleninaturals.com.

Think gardening has to be complicated or expensive? Tiffany's sustainable and innovative approach puts that to the test! She got started with minimal investment, using things she already had and managed to grow a plethora of veggies and herbs for her family to enjoy. If you want to start growing a few things this year, but not sure where to start, this is for you!

Find Tiffany at www.itsmeladyg.com, on her YouTube channel, Instagram, and her podcast, What In The Wellness with Tiffany. 

In honor of Earth Day, we're sharing our top tips for living more sustainably! Today I'm joined by 3 other green bloggers and we're all sharing ideas, products finds, and lifestyle tips to live more sustainably.

I'm joined by:
Sammie from hullosam.com
Katie from thegreenproductjunkie.com
Sarah from @urbanwit

We discuss:

• Sustainable fashion
• Eating local/in-season
• New packaging and plastic alternative breakthroughs
• Reusable products
• Composting
• And much more!

This is part 1 of a 2 part episode all about holistic wellness for kids and how we can support their health. Our discussion is helpful for any parent and may be especially helpful for those kids with underlying conditions or delays. My guest, Shandy from Speaking of Health and Wellness is a wealth of knowledge! 

Along with being a Speech Language Pathologist, Shandy has advanced certification in holistic and functional nutrition as well as health and wellness coaching specifically for families impacted by chronic childhood conditions, neurodevelopmental delays and disorders, and various special needs. 

In This Episode:

+ What is a holistic approach to nutrition for kids 

+ Key nutrients for brain health 

+ How foods can affect certain underlying conditions

+ GF/CF diet

Find Shandy at https://www.speakingofhealthandwellness.com/. And on Instagram at @speakingofhealthandwellness. Find her podcast, Speaking of Health and Wellness, on most podcast platforms.

This is part 2 of a 2 part episode all about holistic wellness for kids and how we can support their health. Our discussion is helpful for any parent and may be especially helpful for those kids with underlying conditions or delays. My guest, Shandy from Speaking of Health and Wellness is a wealth of knowledge! 

Along with being a Speech Language Pathologist, Shandy has advanced certification in holistic and functional nutrition as well as health and wellness coaching specifically for families impacted by chronic childhood conditions, neurodevelopmental delays and disorders, and various special needs. 

In this episode:

+ Complex picky eating- How to tell if it’s a phase or developing into something more

+ How listeners can find more individualized help and info on specific food sensitivities

+ Listener questions 

Find Shandy at https://www.speakingofhealthandwellness.com/. And on Instagram at @speakingofhealthandwellness. Find her podcast, Speaking of Health and Wellness on most podcast platforms.

Functional Pediatric Dentist, Doctor Staci, joins us to share tips and general information for our kids' oral health. We covered a lot of ground: from how diet impacts oral health to cavities to mouth breathing, and SO much more! If you're a parent or caregiver, you don't want to miss this one!

Find Doctor Staci Instagram at @Doctor_Staci and at https://doctorstaci.com/. Her practice is www.nopokids.com

Mentioned in the episode:

Find a functional dentist locally at askthedentist.com

Trace Minerals: Use code Staci15 for 15% off www.earthspure.com and Cell Core CT Minerals use code: 5bz8kBLn to get access to all their products https://cellcore.com/

Ozone oil:  Pur O3 Use code Doctorstaci for 15%off https://www.puro3.com/puro3club/club.php?id=391

Checkout the crowdfunding page for Happi Floss, the compostable flossers Doctor Staci is developing: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/happi-floss-sustainable-flossers#/