One of the most common questions I receive via email is about sugar addiction. Actually, let me take that back. It's rare that someone emails specifically about "sugar addiction." The wolf is cloaked in sheep's clothing, if you will. The emails go something like, "why can't I resist cupcakes?" or "I try really hard but can't stop eating cookies at night. Why don't I have willpower?" or "I have such a bad sweet tooth." 

I think a large part of …

You've got questions... about minimalism! This Minimalist Monday is the first post in a two-part series, in which I will be answering questions from you, my beloved Herbies, about the minimalist journey — both mine and yours!

What are the basics of minimalism?

This is the beauty of minimalism. There are no "rules" or "requirements." You only need to decide to become a minimalist and start living with less. See my previous MM post, " …

Meet Leah, one of the awesome Herbie Parents we featured in this week's Raising Herbies series in honor of Mother's Day. Leah has three beautiful plant-based kiddos, with a 4th on the way, and she also has a baby-centric Herbie Business, Diaper Cakewalk!

Tell us a little bit about your business.

Diaper Cakewalk offers a unique new baby gift — diaper cakes! These are usable disposable diapers bundled into the shape of a cake, then decorated with equally usable …

This is the final post in this week's 3-part Raising Herbies series. Check out Raising Herbies (Part 1): How to Raise Vegan/Plant-Based Kids, Transitioning Diets & More and Raising Herbies (Part 2): Getting Kids to Eat Healthy for more great tips from our amazing Herbie Parents.

Perhaps slightly out of biological order ;) today's Part 3 post focuses on pregnancy, breast feeding, and early childhood. 

Were you plant-based (vegan) before your pregnancy?

"Four months after I had made the …

So we've talked about raising kids vegan since birth, transitioning kids to a plant-based diet, and handling social situations in Part 1 and now we're sharing tips and tricks for getting kids to eat their veggies!

Before I let the Herbie Parents chime in, here are some experiences I have had with my nieces, nephews and friends' kids.

First, it's important to remember that all kids are different. Anyone who guarantees a recipe is kid-friendly is a little too optimistic …