Roots Wellness, Farm & Retreat Center

06/18/2026

Welcome baby Arthur 🌀

06/18/2026

We are going to telehealth this morning and open at noon to keep our clients and staff safe in this weather!

See you soon!

06/16/2026

What’s your kiddo eating for breakfast? 🍽️

It may seem simple, but breakfast can play a big role in how your child feels, focuses, and functions throughout the day.

Cathie Donald, M.D. often recommends adding color to breakfast so kids can start their morning on the right foot. Think berries, avocado, eggs, sweet potato, colorful fruit, whole foods, and protein-rich options that help support steady energy.

You’ll often hear us say, “It starts in the gut!” That’s because when we’re looking for root causes, one of the first things we ask about is diet. What your child eats can impact digestion, mood, focus, immune health, inflammation, and overall wellness.

A balanced breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, intentional changes can make a big difference.

Add the color. Add the protein. Support the gut. 🌈

What’s for breakfast? You will hear me say “aim for 5 colors of vegetables and fruits a day”. Why? Because we need vitamins, minerals and fiber to optimize our bodies. So let’s reframe breakfast. Kids don’t have to think muffins and cereal are “breakfast” foods. Pull out left overs. Think sweet potatoes on the side of a turkey roll up, green beans with an egg, cherry tomatoes and a cheese stick, celery with peanut butter.
If you accept this change eventually your kids will too. Don’t forget “just one bite” is a start.

06/13/2026

Wow! What a success!

Mrs Carol, LCSW taught 9 teenagers some life skills this morning while all the parents waited eagerly for feedback…

Greyson Laney, age 14 says: “It was fun!” (With a big smile) 😀

His Mom, Allison Laney says “Wait, What?! 😵”

Next class coming soon!

06/13/2026

✨ Feeling more anxious, exhausted, overstimulated, or just unlike yourself lately?

Your hormones may be shifting. No one talks about how many symptoms perimenopause can cause 👀

Peri-menopause can start in your late 30s or 40s and may cause:

•brain fog
•weight gain
•sleep issues
•mood swings
•anxiety
•low energy
•thinning hair & dry skin
•lower libido

📰 The good news? 📰

Lifestyle habits and key nutrients can help support your body……

☝️Magnesium - for sleep, stress, and muscle relaxation

☝️Omega 3s - for mood, brain, and heart health

☝️B vitamins & Adaptogens - for stress and adrenal support

☝️wild yam - to support ovulation and progesterone production

Other supportive habits:
•strength training+ daily walks
•prioritizing sleep
•stress management
•balanced blood sugar
•identifying & replacing nutritional deficiencies

💫Your body is changing, not failing. 💫

Schedule your appointment with our women’s health specialist, Tanya Harmon for help with hormone optimization during this transitional season 228-245-9960

🌱 Let’s get to the root of it 🌱

06/12/2026

New light washes over the land. Fields, Hill‘s, hedges, back roads. Ordinary country living.

Then light touches something else …a tangle of green & white blossoms, organic, and unruly.

Pools of water… trickling streams.

What a moment coated in this body oil creates. 

Get yours today!

06/12/2026

Elderberry isn’t just for winter—its antioxidant-rich compounds can help support a healthy immune response and overall wellness during the busy summer months, too.

Knocked out my summer cold in 2 days. No antibiotic or steroids needed. 🌻

06/08/2026

When focus feels hard for your kiddo, there may be more to the story.

Difficulty paying attention, staying on task, managing big feelings, or following routines can have many contributing factors. Sleep, nutrition, daily structure, emotional regulation, and school support can all play a role in how a child feels and functions day to day.

Every child is different, which is why it’s important to look at the whole picture. Dr. Cathie can help families better understand what may be contributing and guide them toward thoughtful, individualized support.

Support starts with understanding! Book a functional medicine consultation with Dr. Cathie here: https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/practsNslots?sid=a3dEK0hiT2VJVGFXUDZLMEZNNFp1dz09&pid=cEZDNzBqKzZEdkZNOHJITzRoclZUZz09&lid=S1pWQkp5N0ZKblBpMXVqTjBBY0UzUT09&hideFooterInFrame=&hideHeaderInFrame=&uid=41727&addOnSids=&src=&srcid=&first=&last=&dob=&email=&ph=&address=&city=&state=&zip=&comments=&additionalReqParamJson=&selPatId=&utm_id=&utm_source=&utm_medium=&utm_campaign=&utm_term=&utm_content=&isMobileApp=

06/04/2026

We are so honored that our nonprofit, Swimming to Survive, is in the running for The Scout Guide Mississippi Gulf Coast’s Scouting for a Cause!

Your vote helps bring more awareness to our mission of making survival swim instruction more accessible for children along the Gulf Coast.

Every vote helps us reach more families, share the importance of water safety, and continue growing this mission in our community.

We’d be so grateful for your support. Vote for Swimming to Survive!

Vote here: https://thescoutguide.com/mississippi-gulf-coast-v5-scouting-for-a-cause/

The nominations are in, and we’re blown away by the response! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a local nonprofit for our Scouting for a Cause initiative. After an incredible turnout, we’re excited to announce our 12 finalists:

✨ CASA of South Mississippi
✨ Elijah's Closet
✨ Embrace Abilities
✨ Humane Society of South Mississippi
✨ Jenna Robinson Charities
✨ Pink Heart Funds
✨ Swimming to Survive
✨ The Link Family Resource Center
✨ United Way of South Mississippi
✨ Women's Resource Center of Gulfport
✨ Woodside Wildlife Rescue
✨ Ocean Springs Education Foundation - OSEF

Now it’s time to vote! 🗳️

Head to the link below to cast your vote for the organization you'd like to see featured. You can vote once per day through June 12th.

The nonprofit with the most votes will receive a complimentary spread in Volume 5, along with all the benefits of a Scout Guide membership- helping share their mission and connect with our community in a meaningful way.

Thank you for helping us celebrate and support the organizations making a difference across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. ✨

https://thescoutguide.com/mississippi-gulf-coast-v5-scouting-for-a-cause/