Archive of Continuing Education Seminars for Moms January 2008 through June 2008
Dr Denmark Said it! Advice to Mothers from America's Most Experienced Pediatrician
by Madia Bowman
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Who in the world knows what's best for my baby?' You do!” says Dr. Leila Denmark. Dr. Denmark is a well-known pediatrician, who is considered the longest practicing pediatrician, who cared for thousands of children for 75 nearly years! That is right, she retired at 104 years of age, and just celebrated for 110 birthday last month.
One reader wrote to me about Dr Denmark:
“When we had the opportunity to meet Dr. Denmark face-to-face in her old-fashioned farmhouse waiting room, my son was put on her old scale to be weighed, and we got pictures of the wonderful doctor.... oh, the memories!
I credit Dr. Denmark with the health of my 15 and 13 year old children. I can count on both hands how many times the two of them have been sick. Because I'd read up on, and had questioned my friend thoroughly, about Dr. Denmark before my son was born, I was extremely confident in all that I was going to do.”
In our fast changing culture, moms can become thoroughly confused and frustrated by conflicting child care advise from doctors and the media. Some doctors recommend over-the-counter decongestants, others say, “NO! they cause more harm than good.” Some doctors say, “Give aspirin.” Others say, “Don't give aspirin.” How do we sort out conflicting advise?
Madia Bowman, mother of eleven, wrote a book, Dr Denmark Said It! (free shipping through March 28), endorsed by Dr, Denmark to accurately reflect Dr Denark's realistic, down-to-earth philosophy and medical recommendations.
Click Here for a complimentary MP3 audio recording of the seminar.
Click Here for a written transcript of the seminar from Kelly the Kitchen Kop.
Both Kelly and I are not quite in agreement with the age of weaning recommended by Dr Denmark and eliminating all dairy products, so we encourage all parents to prayerfully read the research and recommendations and come to a prayerful conclusion about the best time for weaning your baby and whether to use raw milk products.
Most importantly, I appreciate Madia reflecting Dr Denmark's philosophy in such a warm and engaging manner. Mom, you will be encouraged!
- Madia closed by encouraging Moms that they are doing the most important job in world. "The hand that rocks the cradle really does rule the world. You’re making people, never feel like that’s not important, what you're doing with your children is critically important. Don't let someone in the business world or in the policital scene tell you any differently, it is a God-given vocation and a blessing.
The audio recording will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Dr Denmark's book is available with free shipping through March 28.
Cook Your Way to Wellness II
Nourishing Your Body With Organ Meats, Bone Broth and Jerky.
with Maria Atwood and Blair McMorran
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Listen to the audio Phone Seminar Recording.
Cook Your Way to Wellness - Part II with Maria and Blair focused on organ meats, bone broths, and jerky. All the foods demonstrated on the 90 minute DVD will transform the health of your family and you will want to listen in.
If you missed this seminar, Kelly the Kitchen Kop took notes for you to read if you prefer. We talked about much more than organ meats, so don't get turned off! These nutrient packed foods are worth a second look. Click here for a written transcript.
Ed note: Last year Maria and Blair talked about the many benefits of lacto-fermented foods and beverages which are demonstrated on the Cook Your Way to Wellness DVD. Maria and Blair discussed the five benefits of lactic acid, the beneficial by-product of lacto-fermented foods. Some of the benefits are:
1. Lactic acid prevents decay of food in the bowels as well as preserves food.
2. It stimulates peristolisis or movement of the bowel .
3. It assists with cleansing the blood.
4. It has a harmonizing effect on foods being digested - it either strengthens the acidity of the stomach if needed, or reduces over stimulation of stomach acid, a “natural antacid”.
5. Lastly, and most importantly, it encourages the pancreas to produce enzymes and stimulates all digestive processes. It is particularly beneficial to diabetics.
Watching Maria prepare these nourishing foods on the DVD is like having a Titus 2 older and experienced woman right in your kitchen showing you how to master the basics! With Maria's help I have mastered many of these skills demonstrated over the past year.
Cook Your Way to Wellness DVD and Nourishing Traditions can be purchased separately or they are discounted when ordered together. For a limited time only, we are offering Cook Your Way to Wellness with free shipping.
Liver Recipe:
Chicken Liver Pate
1 lb. organic chicken livers
1 onion chopped
3/4 cup of butter (raw or cultured)
2 Tsp. mustard powder
1 Tsp. dried mixed herbs (Suggestion: Sage, Thyme etc.)
1 Tsp. Celtic or Sea Salt
1/2 Tsp. freshly ground pepper
Place chicken livers and onion in skillet (non-Teflon) with 1/4 cup of the butter. Cook gently until livers are not pink inside and onion is soft. Remove from heat and blend livers and onion in a blender or food processor, or rub through a sieve until smooth. Add the remaining butter, mustard, mixed herbs, salt and pepper. Mix well then turn into a serving dish. Cover and chill. Serve with toast, French bread or crackers. Serves 6
Recipe: Heartburgers, Burritos, Meatloaf or Chili - Easy to transition, barely noticeable taste change.
Substitute 1/4 lb of ground beef heart for each 3/4 lb of ground beef; Use your favorite recipe for the rest of the ingredients. If you don't have a meat grinder, a fine mince with a knife will work - especially in the chili recipes. Gradually, increase the ratio of heart:beef over time.
Heart Kebobs - From "Nourishing Traditions" by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, page 309:
Remove cartilage from top of heart and slice beef heart into 1-inch cubes, marinate for 24 hours in the fridge with this mixture:
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup raw vinegar
1/4 tsp powdered cumin
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
3/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1 tsp annatto seeds
1 TBLSP finely chopped fresh garlic
Place cubes on skewers and cook about 7 minutes each side on the barbecue or under the broiler.
Variation - alternate vegetables and meat on the skewer, with onion, mushrooms, green and red pepper chunks.
The audio Phone Seminar Recording will be complimentary through Friday, March 14.
Homemade Liverwurst
Ingredients
1 pound fresh pork liver, cubed
3/4 pound lean pork butt, cubed
1/4 pound pork fat, cubed
1 large sweet white onion, about 1-1/2 cups, finely diced
3 tablespoons powdered dry milk
1 teaspoon freshly fine ground white pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon finely ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 pound fresh pork liver, cubed
3/4 pound lean pork butt, cubed
1/4 pound pork fat, cubed
1 large sweet white onion, about 1-1/2 cups, finely diced
3 tablespoons powdered dry milk
1 teaspoon freshly fine ground white pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 teaspoon finely ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Instructions
This recipe is slightly different from the previous ones in that we don?t use animal casings. You will need a piece of unbleached muslin about twelve inches long and eight inches wide. As an alternative, you can use large collagen casings.
This recipe is slightly different from the previous ones in that we don?t use animal casings. You will need a piece of unbleached muslin about twelve inches long and eight inches wide. As an alternative, you can use large collagen casings.
Fold the muslin lengthwise and tightly stitch a seam across one of the short ends and continue along the open side. Keep the stitching about an eighth of an inch from the edge of the material. The short side of the seam can be curved in a semicirle to give the finished product a rounded end. Turn the casing inside out so that the stitching is on the inside. Set it aside until you are ready to stuff it.
Put the cubes of liver, pork, and fat through the fine disk or the grinder separately and then mix and grind together. Sprinkle the remaining ingredients over the ground meat and mix thoroughly with your hands. Put the mixture through the fine blade of the grinder twice more, chilling the mixture for half and hour between grindings.
Pack the mixture into the muslin casing. It helps to fold the open end down over itself to get things started. This makes it easier to reach the bottom. Pack the meat as firmly as possible. Stitch the open end closed or firmly secure it with a wire twist tie.
In a large kettle, bring enough water to a boil to cover the liverwurst by two or three inches. Put the sausage in the boiling water and place a weight on it to keep it submerged. Two or three large dinner plates work just fine. When the water returns to a boil, reduce heat so that the water barely simmers. Cook for three hours. Drain out the hot water and replace it with an equal quantity of ice water. When the liverwurst has cooled, refrigerate it overnight, and them remove the muslin casing.
Store the liverwurst in the refrigerator and eat it within ten days.
Complete Guide to Getting and Staying Organized
with Karen Ehman
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Karen's other books include: Homespun Gifts from the Heart and Homespun Memories for the Heart.
You may visit Karen's website for a free download information about making her "Brain in a Binder"
The Feb 21st seminar with Karen Ehman talking about the Complete Guide to Getting and Staying Organized can be listened to on MP3 if you Click Here.
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Get into Gardening
JoDana Bright Taylor, Master Gardener
Thursday, February 7, 2008
JoDana has provided some handouts for us tonight. You can grab the handouts at the following link:
http://www.urbanhomemaker.com/downloads/documents/Gardeninghandouts.pdf
These handouts include a Vegetable Companion Guide, Herb Companion Guide, and Instructions for a Simple Cloche
More URL's and info from JoDana or visit her website:
www.covenantcreek.com.
Keeping to the fundamentals:
Soils -
Improving soil with organic matter (OSU Pub EC 1561 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec1561.pdf)
Soil Sampling (OSU Pub EC 628 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec628.pdf)
Composts and mulches (OSU Pub EC 1247 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec1247.pdf)
Backyard Composting (WSU EB 1784 http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/eb1784/eb1784.pdf)
Raised Bed Gardening (OSU Pub FS 270 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/fs/fs270.pdf)
Constructing cold frames/hot beds (OSU Pub FS 246 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/fs/fs246-e.pdf)
Seed Saving (OSU Pub FS 220 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/fs/fs220.pdf)
Planning & Preparing your Site (OSU Pub EC 1228 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec1228.pdf)
Fertilizing (OSU Pub EC 1503 http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/pdf/ec/ec1503.pdf)
Organic Gardening (WSU Bulletin 0648 http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/eb0648/eb0648.pdf)
"Growing Your Own" - an all purpose practical guide to gardening. http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog/html/grow/grow/
"Hardening Off" transplants http://gardening.wsu.edu/library/vege003/vege003.htm
To listen to this gardening seminar, CLICK HERE.
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A More Excellent Way
Helena Mixon, guest
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Marilyn and Duane Moll, moderating
I met Helena Mixon about three years ago after attending a Be In Health Conference in Georgia. I found her testimony of recovery from many illnesses including Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Depression and about 17 other diagnosed illnesses quite compelling and I wanted her to share her story with my audience after some time elapsed to see if her healing would last.I know many people have wondered and struggled with why God has not healed them or not healed them yet. Pastor Henry Wright says that sometimes we don't understand disease from God's perspective. So I am excited for you to have the opportunity to listen to what God has taught Helena over the last few years.
Homeschooling Mom, Helena Mixon shared how God met her in an amazing and powerful way after 10 years of struggle, disappointments, isolation, poor health, and exhausting every medical and alternative medical modality which provided no lasting answers. Helena says, “The doctors gave up on me. My husband took me to Be In Health unwillingly because he didn't want more disappointments.”
Listen to a powerful testimony about how Helena learned through in depth teaching (50 hours) that her negative thoughts of self-hatred, bitterness, guilt, and fear caused physical symptoms which depleted her immune system and how she learned to make her thoughts line up with what God says, and healing came gradually. The book A More Excellent Way lays the foundation of how spiritual causes affect health. The Seminar in Georgia teaches the applications according to Helena and Tim.
This is an encouraging message of God's love, and hope for anyone. You may listen to Helena Mixon's testimony as she talks with Marilyn and Duane Moll along with some clarifications from her husband Tim. Audience questions and answers are also included.
CLICK HERE to download a complimentary MP3 recording of Helena's testimony.
If this recording ministers to you, there are more than 12 hours of listening from the most popular previous seminars called Continuing Education for Moms - Volume 1.
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