Living with a chronic illness isn't easy, especially as a mom. it's time for a modern, everyday lifestyle resource for our unique needs as women, parents, and patients.

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A Rustic Farm Baby Shower

Please note: I received products or promotional items mentioned in this post for free as part of the HP Millennial Influencer Panel. Links in this post may be affiliate. All opinions are my own. A Rustic Farm Baby Shower Over the weekend, we hosted a co-ed baby shower...

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First Trimester Pregnancy Essentials

Please note: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a small compensation if you choose to purchase any products linked below at no extra charge to you! Click here to view our disclosure policy. First Trimester Pregnancy Essentials Wait, why...

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It’s World Arthritis Day!

You guys, it's World Arthritis Day! I'm currently part of the Cure Arthritis Crew, which helps bring awareness to and support research to help fight arthritis diseases. Check out the awesome resources from curearthritis.org to learn more about how you can make a big...

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Fall Decor Finds on a Budget

Please note: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may receive a small compensation if you choose to purchase any products linked below at no extra charge to you! Click here to view our disclosure policy. Fall decor finds on a budget   1 Round Metal Wire...

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6 Things You Must Do Before Emailing Your Subscribers

Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer! These are simple tips to protect your blog or business in the world of digital marketing. If you have additional questions, touch base with a lawyer specializing in your niche to help protect you and your business. Some of the links on...

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Summer Gluten-Free Cake with Berries | Recipe

Perfect gluten-free cake for summer! Summer is all about spending time outdoors - or ya know, on patios - watermelon, cookouts, and hot weather. But why does that mean cake can't come to the party? This little cake is a subtle nod to that popular summer holiday in the...

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about brenda

Brenda Dalton is a voice of hope and humor for moms dealing with the trials and tribulations of living with chronic illness. As an advocate for those with invisible illnesses, she’s changing the way the world views chronic illness and disability, especially in young women and mothers.

Her goal is to show women they can live a fabulous life they love, even with limitations on health and diet. Her blog focuses on gluten-free entertaining, parenting tips, pregnancy and postpartum guides, shopping, and family travel.

Since being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases in her 20s, Brenda knows the toll these illness can take on women’s physical and mental health, and most importantly, one’s livelihood to live a “normal” life like everyone else. She aims to inspire hope, bring humor, and encourage livelihood into her readers’ lives each and every day.

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