Hi mamas! I’m excited to launch my new project, Plant Based Baby, an online resource for mamas to encourage, empower and inspire. I’m here to tell you that you are doing an amazing job. I’m in your corner, cheering for you. Mamas don’t get enough support so this is my way of making positive change in that regard.

I raise my son Mateo in a plant based home (aka vegan eats, for those of you not into the label lingo), with Montessori inspired principles and gentle, respectful parenting. I treat him like the incredible being that he is and drop my jaw at all that he is capable of at just two years old.

I love sharing plant based meals and treats, DIYs, Montessori life skills ideas and parenting hacks.

I’d love for you to introduce yourself here or over on my Instagram, @plantbasedbaby.us and let me know what types of posts you’d find most helpful. Here’s a preview below of what you can expect over on Instagram.

I went to talk to my son about race and I just cried. I cried so hard. But this isn't about me. I can't begin to imagine your experiences. I am so sorry. And I pledge to you to do better. I am here, an ally, I am listening and I am raising my son, every day, to be kind and just and respectful to all, to be aware, and to be anti-racist like his mama. And so, I brought out all of our books featuring black families and I wanted to share them with you, not at all to say, look what we're doing but because I know a lot of people are looking for books to support their parenting right now. Here's a start. The first photo is of the ones that feature black families and the second is of the ones that feature families of all races together. Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall is definitely a favorite. We also love I am Enough by Grace Byers, which somehow didn't make the picture. Baby Says by John Steptoe is super cute for siblings. That one came to us last month through our book subscription with Little Feminist, which I also highly recommend. 📚@littlefeministbookclub 📚 Let me know your favorite books for both kids and adults. I'd love more for him that actually address racism. What do you recommend? And if you have favorite black owned shops to purchase, I'd love to support them. Let's not all rush to Amazon to get these. The surge should go to the small bookshops who may not be here after Corona if we don't support them now. ❤️🙏 Black Lives Matter.

Black Lives Matter

Black Lives Matter. I can't pretend to know anything other than white privilege but I can promise you that I am here, I am listening, I am an ally and I am doing my best to thoughtfully raise my son to be kind and respectful to all humans. I see you. I love you. ❤️🙏

Plant Based Stir Fry is always a win. Chop up an onion, garlic and some ginger along with literally any vegetables and saute in sesame oil. Add in some Millet and Brown Rice Ramen from @lotusfoods or any noodle of choice. Maybe top with fresh scallions or sesame seeds. Nom nom nom. . . . . #plantbasedbaby #plantbased #vegan #ramen #veganramen

If you have a truck lover, I highly recommend this book. It's the most interactive lift the flap book I've come across. It would make an awesome toddler present, too. Just saying. My 2.5 year old has had it for a year and has yet to tire of it. Although he did rip off a few of the delicate bits when he was younger. . . . . #plantbasedbaby #montessori #passivetoys #trucks

Mostly whole foods. Sometimes processed. All plant based. All good. Thank you to Annie's for making a vegan Mac and Cheese. And thank you as always to our local farms for all of the abundant salads. What's your lunch looking like? . . . . #plantbasedbaby #plantbasedtoddler #plantbased #vegan #veganbaby #vegantoddler #veganlunch #plantbasedlunch @annieshomegrown

Gardening. 👩🏽&zwj;🌾 It's one of my favorite mama son hobbies. I love showing him where food comes from and every aspect is something so sensory. Digging the dirt. Spraying the water. It's amazing on so many levels. We scooped up some golden zucchi

Gardening. 👩🏽‍🌾 It's one of my favorite mama son hobbies. I love showing him where food comes from and every aspect is something so sensory. Digging the dirt. Spraying the water. It's amazing on so many levels. We scooped up some golden zucchini plants 🌱 today from our neighborhood flower exchange. It's such a phenomenal resource. I highly recommend starting one if you don't have one nearby. All it takes is a table, maybe a sign or post on social media. We have gotten so many great plants and regularly bring sage and mint from our huge herb plants. Now back to the golden zucchini ... Have you had it? It's new to me. Please send recipes! . . . . #plantbasedbaby #plantbased #vegan #gardening #goldenzucchini #zucchini #montessori #montessorilifeskills

Plant Based Burger 🤤 Quickest lunch or dinner around when you use @hilaryseatwell veggie burgers and @sietefoods spicy vegan queso. Yummmm . . . . #plantbasedbaby #plantbasedtoddler #plantbased #vegan #vegantoddler #veganbaby #veggieburger #hillarys

Reframing. I had to dig up a huge patch of my lawn because of a weed issue and let me tell you, my son didn't skip a beat to dive into the dirt with his trucks. 🚒🤸🏽 This 2.5 year old can reframe any situation into a good thing. Seeing the world through his eyes is truly magical. 🧒🏼 . . . . #plantbasedbaby

Vegan Banana Nut Muffins! Recipe from @minimalistbaker - one bowl, super easy, super healthy. My 2 year old gobbles these down. 🍌🌰🧁 Do you bake or cook with your little one? It's a great way to get them involved in the kitchen and learn how food comes to be! . . . . #plantbasedbaby #plantbased #plantbasedtoddler #vegan #veganbaby #vegantoddler #muffin #veganbaking #veganmuffins #montessorilifeskills