Fun Freetime - Celebrate Mother's Day with Getty

 

Whether you are looking for a day dedicated to art, great food and drinks, or a special gift for mom, Getty has visitors covered this Mother’s Day, May 10. 

Things to do

Kick off Mother’s Day weekend with a variety of guided tours and events. Stroll the beautifully designed Central Garden in full bloom with Getty horticulturist Jackie Flor, practice mindful awareness and deepen your art experience with the Mindful Moment in the Museum tour, and relax, recharge and reconnect through the Breathe Tour. Daily architecture, garden, and collection tours at the Center and Villa will also be available throughout the weekend, along with audio tours through the GettyGuide app. 

On Saturday, May 9, the Getty Research Institute will host “Tastemakers: Earth Mother with Paige Emery,” featuring a talk and brunch inspired by historical cookbooks from the Getty Library collection. Following the talk, Emery will perform a sound piece in the Getty Central Garden, weaving together the healing arts and socio-environmental practice.

If gallery time is on the agenda with mom, visitors to the Center can enjoy Getty’s permanent collection galleries of art from the Middle Ages to Impressionism, or view two featured exhibitions —  “Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985” and “Virtue and Vice: Allegory in European Drawing.”

At the Getty Villa, explore ancient Egyptian manuscripts in “The Egyptian Book of the Dead,”  and stone sculptures from Egypt’s 26th Dynasty in “Sculpted Portraits from Ancient Egypt.” Afterwards, take mom on a walk through the Villa’s Outer Peristyle, modeled after an ancient Roman Villa with a reflecting pool, colonnaded walkways, and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

Food and drink

On Sunday, the Restaurant at the Getty Center will be serving an exclusive Mother’s Day brunch menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., along with special dessert and cocktail options. Select from a variety of entrees including chilaquiles con pollo, Tahitian vanilla bean french toast, 6-hour short rib hash, pan-seared Scottish salmon, and eggs Benedict. 

Spring inspired sweets include The Rose, made of raspberry crèmeux, strawberry compote, rosé gel, matcha aerated cake, and matcha tuile; The Cherry Blossom, made with chocolate crèmeux, a cherry center, flourless chocolate, cherry blossom garnish, and butterfly pea foam; and The Lotus, whipped coconut mousse, mango compote, brown butter crust, pandan tuile and lime gel. Specialty cocktails include the Crimson Spice, made with orange vodka, cinnamon red-hot candies, cranberry juice, Combier and lime; and the Tipsy Shirley, made with Luxardo cherry liqueur, prosecco, Luxardo cherries, and red rose syrup. 

Visitors can also enjoy an afternoon of tea with mom at Getty’s Garden Tea, available at both the Getty Center and the Getty Villa. The Garden Tea experience includes savory sandwiches, sweet scones and tea breads, and gourmet desserts, as well as fruit, cheese and a varied selection of teas. Tickets are $65 for adults and $55 for children. Reservations are required.

The Trellis Bar & Lounge at the Getty Center is also open throughout Mother’s Day weekend from 2 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., with extended hours until 8:30 p.m. on Saturday. The bar serves light bites and art-inspired cocktails and mocktails that can be enjoyed while enjoying a quintessential California sunset.

View all food and drink options and menus online.

Gifts

Shop the Getty Museum Store for unique and charming Mother’s Day gifts inspired by the Museum’s collection, including a beautifully-detailed pop-up card of one of Getty's most popular paintings Vase of Flowers by Jan van Huysum, fine bone china mugs featuring Joris Hoefnagel's illustrated calligraphy book, handcrafted jewelry, artist’s books, and more. 

Every purchase benefits Getty’s programs. View all featured items online at Getty’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2026. Select Mother’s Day items will be on special display at both stores at the Getty Center and Getty Villa. Highlights are below.

Van Huysum Vase of Flowers - Pop Up Card
$13.00
Detailed pop-up card of one of Getty's most popular paintings, Jan van Huysum's "Vase of Flowers."

The Little Chocolate Cookbook
$14.99
An indulgent cookbook chock-full of a chocoholic's dream recipes. For every baker with a sweet tooth, chocolate recipes are the ultimate treat. This cookbook will delight with its stunning photography and 30 recipes for cakes and breads, desserts, cookies and bites, and bits and pieces.

Daring: The Life and Art of Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun
$21.95
The dramatic life story of Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun, one of the greatest portrait painters of all time. Supremely talented and strategically charming, Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun (1755–1842) overcame tragedy and broke gender barriers to reach the height of success as a portrait painter, first in Paris, and then across Europe. After losing her father at age twelve and facing financial insecurity, she fought to gain access to artistic training and opportunity. She was pressured to marry at age twenty, to an art dealer who both helped and harmed her career. Vigée Le Brun deployed her intelligence and beauty to attract powerful clients, who relied on her to style the personal identities they projected to the world.

Beyond Adornment: Jewelry and Identity in Art
$40.00
A must-have for jewelry enthusiasts, this engaging volume illuminates the ways in which jewelry has been used to craft and express identity. Bringing together spectacular and significant art objects depicting figures wearing sumptuous personal adornments that define who they are within the specific milieus in which they lived, this richly illustrated and accessible volume represents a novel, interdisciplinary approach to the ways in which jewelry can be studied and understood.

Hoefnagel Mug Pair
$40.00
Fine bone china mugs featuring Joris Hoefnagel's illustrated calligraphy book, Mira Calligraphiae Monumenta from the Getty Museum collection. The mug pair highlights illuminated manuscript pages, Basil Thyme, Poppy Anemone, & Myrtle and Speckled Wood, Talewort, Garden Pea, and Lantern Plant in a beautiful keepsake gift box.

 

Getty advances art’s meaning and impact—bringing people together to preserve the past, inspire the present, and shape the future.

 

The J. Paul Getty Museum collects Greek and Roman antiquities, European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, sculpture and decorative arts to 1900, as well as photographs from around the world to the present day. The Museum's mission is to display and interpret its collections, and present important loan exhibitions and publications for the enjoyment and education of visitors locally and internationally. This is supported by an active program of research, conservation, and public programs that seek to deepen our knowledge of and connection to works of art.

 

The Getty Research Institute is an operating program of the J. Paul Getty Trust. It serves education in the broadest sense by increasing knowledge and understanding about art and its history through advanced research. The Research Institute provides intellectual leadership through its research, exhibition, and publication programs and provides service to a wide range of scholars worldwide through residencies, fellowships, online resources, and a Research Library. The Research Library—housed in the 201,000-square-foot Research Institute building designed by Richard Meier—is one of the largest art and architecture libraries in the world. The general library collections (secondary sources) include almost 900,000 volumes of books, periodicals, and auction catalogues encompassing the history of Western art and related fields in the humanities. The Research Library’s special collections include rare books, artists’ journals, sketchbooks, architectural drawings and models, photographs, and archival materials.

 

Visiting the Getty Center
The Getty Center is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 6:30pm. The Getty Center is open until 9pm on Saturdays, year-round. It is closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, December 25 (Christmas Day), and January 1. Admission to the Getty Center is always free, but a reservation is required for admission. Make reservations online or at (310) 440-7300. Parking is $25 per car or motorcycle; $15 after 3pm; $10 after 6pm. Saturdays after 6pm, parking is free. The Getty Center is at 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, California.

Visiting the Getty Villa
The Getty Villa is open Wednesday through Monday, 10am to 5pm. It is closed Tuesdays, Thanksgiving, December 25 (Christmas Day), and January 1. Admission to the Getty Villa is always free, but a reservation is required for admission. Make reservations online or at (310) 440-7300. Parking is $25, and $15 after 3pm. The Getty Villa is at 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, California. 

Parenting Pointers - Gentle Parenting Is Getting a Bad Rap. Here’s What It Really Means.

Originally posted by Little Sunshine's Playhouse

If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the debates. “Gentle parenting doesn’t work.” “It creates entitled children.” “It’s just permissive parenting with a new name.”

Gentle parenting has been showing up in headlines and comment sections everywhere, and not always in a positive light. For many families, the conversation has become confusing, polarizing, and even discouraging.

So let’s take a deep breath and slow things down.

This post isn’t here to tell anyone they’re parenting “right” or “wrong.” Parenting is deeply personal, shaped by culture, experience, temperament, and circumstance. Instead, this is a warm, judgment-free look at what is gentle parenting, why it’s often misunderstood, and how it differs from what people usually mean when they say permissive parenting.

Why Gentle Parenting Is Being Misunderstood

A big reason gentle parenting is getting a bad rap is because the term is often used incorrectly. Videos or stories labeled “gentle parenting” sometimes show adults who never set limits, never say no, or avoid conflict altogether. When children struggle with boundaries in those examples, the parenting style itself gets blamed.

But that’s not actually what gentle parenting is meant to be.

At its core, gentle parenting isn’t about avoiding discipline. It’s about how discipline is approached. It focuses on teaching, connection, and long-term skill building rather than fear or punishment.

When gentle parenting is reduced to “never correcting children,” it loses its meaning entirely.

What Is Gentle Parenting?

So, what is gentle parenting, really?

Gentle parenting is an approach rooted in respect, empathy, and developmentally appropriate expectations. It recognizes that children are still learning how to manage emotions, communicate needs, and function within limits, and that adults play a crucial role in guiding that learning.

Some key principles of gentle parenting include:

• Seeing behavior as communication: Challenging behavior is viewed as a signal that a child needs support, not punishment.
• Setting clear, consistent boundaries: Limits still exist. Safety, respect, and structure are non-negotiable.
• Responding with empathy: Acknowledging a child’s feelings does not mean agreeing with their behavior.
• Teaching skills over time: Emotional regulation, problem-solving, and self-control are learned through modeling and practice. 

Gentle parenting asks adults to regulate themselves first, then help children learn to regulate too. That doesn’t mean it’s easy—or quiet—but it is intentional.

Gentle Parenting vs Permissive Parenting

One of the most common points of confusion comes from the conversation around gentle parenting vs permissive parenting. While they can look similar on the surface, they are fundamentally different.

Permissive Parenting

Permissive parenting tends to emphasize freedom and emotional comfort, often at the expense of structure. Characteristics may include:

• Few or inconsistent boundaries
• Avoiding “no” to prevent distress
• Letting children make choices beyond their developmental ability

Children in permissive environments may feel loved, but they can struggle with limits, frustration tolerance, and expectations outside the home.

Gentle Parenting

Gentle parenting, on the other hand, balances empathy and leadership:

• Boundaries are clear, predictable, and enforced
• Adults remain calm and present during big emotions
• Children’s feelings are honored while behavior is guided

In gentle parenting, a child might hear:

“I see you’re really upset. It’s okay to feel that way. I won’t let you hit, and I’m here to help you calm your body.”

That’s not permissive. It’s supportive and structured.

Why Boundaries Matter (Even in Gentle Parenting)

One of the biggest myths is that gentle parenting means never disciplining children. In reality, boundaries are essential to this approach.

Children feel safest when they know what to expect. Predictable limits help them understand how the world works and how to function within it. Gentle parenting doesn’t remove boundaries. It delivers them with respect.

Instead of fear-based compliance, the goal is internal understanding: Why does this boundary exist? How can I handle this better next time?

Those lessons take time, repetition, and patience, no matter the parenting style.

There’s No One “Right” Way to Parent

It’s also important to say this clearly: families have been raising healthy, resilient children long before the term gentle parenting existed.

Many parents naturally blend approaches. Others adapt strategies based on their child’s personality, neurodiversity, or cultural values. What works beautifully for one family may not work for another, and that’s okay.

Gentle parenting isn’t a moral high ground. It’s simply one framework among many that families may find helpful.

Moving the Conversation Forward with Compassion

The recent criticism around gentle parenting often comes from frustration. Parents who feel overwhelmed, judged, or let down by unrealistic portrayals online. That frustration deserves empathy too.

Instead of asking, “Does gentle parenting work?”

A more helpful question might be: “What does this child need right now, and how can I support them while still holding healthy boundaries?”

When we approach parenting conversations with curiosity instead of criticism, everyone benefits, especially children.

A Final Thought

Parenting is not a performance. It’s a relationship that unfolds over years, built on repair, learning, and connection.

Whether you lean toward gentle parenting, a more traditional approach, or something in between, the most important ingredients remain the same: care, consistency, and a willingness to grow alongside your child.

And that’s something all families can agree on. 

If this article sparked your interest, there’s so much more to explore. Our About page dives deeper into how exceptional early education can nurture a child’s natural curiosity, confidence, and love of learning. You can even experience this approach for yourself at a Reggio Emilia preschool and daycare near you. We’re glad you’re here. Let’s keep learning together.

 

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Soul Sustenance - Faith in Miracles

 In a stunning snapshot of the American spiritual landscape, new research from the American Bible Society in partnership with CBN News reveals that faith in the miraculous is not merely an artifact of the past — it is alive, widespread, and deeply personal for tens of millions of Americans today. 

The data, released in conjunction with the powerful new documentary series Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons, offers a remarkable window into a nation that is far more open to the supernatural than many might expect.

48% of Americans say they have received a miraculous answer to prayer. 35% have witnessed or experienced a divine healing.

The findings are nothing short of extraordinary. Nearly half of all Americans — 48% — say they have personally prayed for something that was answered in a miraculous way. One in three Americans (35%) report having witnessed or experienced a divine healing. These are not fringe beliefs held by a small minority—they represent the lived spiritual experiences of hundreds of millions of people across every walk of American life.

"This research confirms what so many people have suspected but rarely seen documented at this scale," said Billy Hallowell, host of Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons. "Americans aren't just curious about the supernatural — they're experiencing it. These numbers should spark a national conversation about what so many of our neighbors are witnessing firsthand."

By the Numbers: What Americans Are Experiencing

The data, broken down by religious affiliation and faith participation level, reveals striking differences—but also a remarkable through-line of openness to the miraculous across virtually every group studied.

Prayer answered miraculously — by religious affiliation:

Evangelical Protestants: 75% — the most likely of any group to report a miraculous answer to prayer.

Historically Black Protestants: 65% — reflecting a rich tradition of deep prayer life and supernatural expectation.

Catholics: 57% — a majority affirming personal experience with miraculous prayer.

Mainline Protestants: 51% — more than half reporting a miraculous answer.

Other Religions: 49% — nearly half of non-Christian-tradition respondents affirm the same experience.

No Religious Affiliation: 15% — even among the non-religious, a significant minority report the experience.

Faith participation proves to be the single greatest predictor of miraculous experience. Among Practicing Christians—those most actively engaged in their faith — 90% say they have prayed for something answered in a miraculous way, and 69% have witnessed or experienced a divine healing. These figures hold consistently across all Christian traditions—a powerful testament to the relationship between an active faith life and supernatural experience.



About Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons

Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons is a compelling new documentary series that explores the evidence for supernatural phenomena through rigorous investigation, compelling personal testimony, and theological exploration. Hosted by veteran journalist and author Billy Hallowell, the series tackles the questions millions of Americans are already asking—and as this new research makes clear, answers many of them may have already found in their own lives.

The series arrives at a uniquely powerful cultural moment. With nearly half of the country reporting personal miraculous experiences and 90% of Practicing Christians affirming answered prayer, the appetite for serious, substantive engagement with the supernatural has never been greater. Investigating the Supernatural: Angels and Demons meets that hunger head-on.

About the American Bible Society

The American Bible Society has been engaging people with the life-changing message of God's Word since 1816. Through research, translation, publishing, and outreach, ABS continues to illuminate the impact of faith on everyday American life. This research is part of ABS's ongoing State of the Bible study, one of the most comprehensive annual surveys of American faith and Scripture engagement.

About CBN News

CBN News is the news division of the Christian Broadcasting Network, delivering trusted, faith-informed journalism to millions of viewers and readers worldwide. CBN News covers the intersection of faith, culture, and current events with integrity and depth.

Healthy Habits - 10 Ways Parents Can Treat Themselves with Tax-free Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Funds at FSA Store® and HSA Store®

Being a parent means putting the needs of your children before your own, but self-care for parents should not be overlooked at any stage of life. As Mother’s Day and Father’s Day approach in the coming weeks, Health-E Commerce^®, parent brand to FSA Store^® and HSA Store^®, is educating more than 70 million Americans who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) about how to use their tax-free funds to invest in their own health.

 

“Self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all, especially for parents navigating different stages of life. Fortunately, an FSA or HSA gives parents a practical way to invest in themselves throughout the year, while saving money by using tax-free funds,” said Jenna Everhart, senior vice president of human resources at Health-E Commerce^®. “Mother’s Day and Father’s Day is a perfect opportunity for parents to purchase products that support their individual health goals, whether that’s improving sleep and mental health, increasing activity, losing weight, or reducing pain that is impacting your lifestyle–it’s important to invest in your own health.”

 

10 FSA- and HSA-eligible Ways for Parents to Invest in Self-care

1. Upgrade your skincare routine. Whether you experience skin irritation that comes with pregnancy and aging, adult acne, or eczema and dermatitis, skincare products are a popular way to use FSA and HSA funds. From award-winning topical treatments and sun protection to cleansers and lotions to light therapy masks and devices, it’s easy to find splurge-worthy skincare products at FSA Store^® and HSA Store^®. You can even use these funds to access personalized dermatology care through our telehealth collaborations.
2. Ease aches and pains that can limit activity. If keeping up with your littles is leading to muscle and joint pain, devices like massage guns, heating pads, ice packs, and TENS units can deliver relief that allows you to get back to play time or back to your personal fitness routine.
3. Get connected with high-tech health. Keeping track of your personal biometrics can be essential if you’re living with a chronic condition like high blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, diabetes, or sleep apnea. Explore the selection of home diagnostic devices that are eligible for purchase with FSA and HSA funds to keep your health on track.
4. Move more, feel better. Regular movement is important at every stage of life–whether you’re recovering from pregnancy or surgery, or if you’re trying to lose weight or improve sleep and mental wellbeing. Wearable activity trackers like the Oura Ring and Whoop! are effective ways to maintain healthy habits and meet your personal goals.
5. Focus on mental health. Parenting can be stressful at any age, and the demands of everyday life can negatively impact overall mental health. If reducing anxiety or improving other areas of your mental health are a priority for you, consider using your FSA or HSA to access virtual mental health counseling. Get the support you need on your schedule, without adding complexity and stress to your life.
6. Achieve a healthy weight. Losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight is central to good, overall health; but this can be difficult to achieve for busy parents. Fortunately, FSA Store^® and HSA Store^® collaborate with leading providers of GLP-1 weight loss medications to make meeting your health goals easier.
7. Improve sleep health. Sleep disruption, including nighttime teeth grinding, sleep apnea, and snoring have been shown to affect cognitive function, metabolism, and mental health. It can also decrease mood, attention span, and the amount of patience we have throughout the day. Parents can address these issues with telehealth services and devices to manage sleep apnea and prevent snoring and teeth grinding, and OTC medications that encourage sleep.
8. Prepare for an upcoming trip. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a first weekend away from your baby, or a trip to the beach with friends, you can support your health needs with your tax-free funds. Find all your travel health essentials, including timesaving bundles at FSA Store^® and HSA Store^®.
9. Update your eyewear. Feeling in need of a change this spring? Consider updating your prescription eyewear and sunglasses at the FSA or HSA Store^® Optical Shop. Find a fresh look from top designer vision care brands. And don’t forget, you can use your funds for annual vision exams or laser correction surgery.
10. Get fertility support. Becoming a parent is a unique journey for everyone, and your FSA or HSA funds can help you get the products or clinical support you need to achieve a healthy pregnancy.

 

 

To explore FSA- and HSA-eligible products and services that support every stage of parenthood, visit the searchable eligibility lists at FSAstore.com and HSAstore.com.

 

 

About Health-E Commerce® Health-E Commerce^® is the parent brand to FSA Store^® and HSA Store^®, online stores that serve the 70+ million consumers enrolled in pre-tax health and wellness accounts. The company also created Caring Mill^®, a popular private-label line of health products through which a portion of every purchase is donated to the Children’s Health Fund. Since 2010, the Health-E Commerce^® brands have led the direct-to-consumer e-commerce market for exclusively pre-tax health and wellness benefits. Health-E Commerce^® plays an essential role in expanding product eligibility for important new categories within the list of eligible medical expenses.

 

Shopping Savings - BeautyStat

BeautyStat's NEW 50ml Universal C Skin Refiner is currently 15% off on Amazon.  

It’s the same viral formula, now in a larger size, powered by triple-patented 20% pure Vitamin C, along with peptides and hyaluronic acid to help visibly firm, smooth, and brighten. The formula is designed to deliver a more even, radiant complexion, with noticeable results in as little as two weeks.

 

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Book Nook - Through the Garden Gate: Author Interview

I recently had a chance to interview Sharon Rose, author of Through the Garden Gate.

What was the inspiration behind this book?
My intention was to leave something for the next generation. My hope is that this book sparks curiosity in children, encouraging them to ask questions, to observe more closely, and to remain engaged in the magic of discovery. Above all, I hope it inspires children to step outside, to explore, and to form a deeper connection with nature—and that it creates space for parents and children to bond, perhaps sharing this story together at bedtime.

How can families encourage nature exploration throughout the gardens in their own community?
I encourage parents to plant gardens in their front yards. Lawns are great for young kids, but if the lawn is not getting used, consider removing it and planting a pollinator garden or planting a vegetable garden in their front yard. Add seating areas or a bocce ball court to encourage connecting with neighbors.

Neighbors could coordinate with their other neighbors when planting fruit trees, so that everyone isnt planting just a lemon tree.. but one neighbor an apple, one a fig, etc.. then they can share
the abundance of fruit with their neighbors.

Why is it important to foster a love of plants and nature in young children?
I’ve grown increasingly concerned about how disconnected both children and adults have become from nature—and, often, from one another. Too frequently, I see moments where attention is pulled toward a screen rather than the people right in front of us, especially children. While technology is an essential part of modern life, so too is the need to connect: with each other, and with the natural world around us.

I am also hoping this book will inspire the next generation of land stewards. A love of plants and being in nature will inspire our next generation to care and project natural environments.

Through the Garden Gate is a lushly illustrated new picture book that invites children ages 4-8 to explore the beauty of nature while sparking their imagination. Written by award-winning garden designer Sharon Rose and illustrated by acclaimed artist Erin Brown, the book is both a whimsical adventure and an introduction to the wonders of native plants and natural ecosystems.

About the Author

Sharon Rose is an award-winning garden designer and environmental artist based in San Francisco. She is the founder of STUDIO SF Landscape Design, where she revitalizes natural landscapes and creates distinctive outdoor spaces. With over two decades of experience, her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Sunset Magazine, and Luxe Interiors + Design. She is passionate about inspiring children to see the magic in the natural world.

 

About the Illustrator

Erin Brown is a Northern Irish illustrator based in Jersey, Channel Islands. Known for her detailed, traditional-meets-digital style, her work includes Tales from the Forest and Finding Calm in Nature. She draws inspiration from folklore, nature, and her coastal upbringing.

 

Shopping Savings - MIGHTYLICIOUS Gluten Free

May is Celiac Awareness Month, spotlighting a condition that affects millions of Americans who must follow a strict gluten-free diet to protect their health. Today, more than 1.3 million people in the U.S. live gluten-free, yet many still struggle to find products that deliver on both taste and quality.

MIGHTYLICIOUS Gluten Free is working to change that.

 

Founded by Carolyn Haeler after her own celiac diagnosis, the company was born out of frustration with dry, crumbly gluten-free baked goods. Determined to create something better, Haeler developed a line of cookies and baking mixes that prioritize flavor, texture, and clean ingredients.

 

To mark Celiac Awareness Month, MIGHTYLICIOUS is giving back and engaging its community with:

• A donation of 10% of sales to Celiac.com
• A month-long promotional discount (code: CELIAC2026)
• Instagram giveaways throughout May ($50 Gift cards)

 

The brand’s product lineup includes seven varieties of gluten-free cookies, with vegan and vegetarian options, as well as gluten-free flour blends and a brownie mix favored by home bakers. All products are made with non-GMO ingredients and are certified gluten-free and kosher.

 

“After my diagnosis, I realized how hard it was to find gluten-free foods that actually tasted good,” said Haeler. “I wanted to create something that people would reach for because they love it, not just because they have to eat gluten-free.”

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Common Gluten-Free Mistakes

 

As more people adopt a gluten-free lifestyle, Haeler notes that many make avoidable mistakes. Among the most common:

 

• Relying too heavily on processed gluten-free foods, which can be high in sugar and additives
• Missing key nutrients like fiber, iron, and B vitamins
• Overlooking labels, where hidden gluten can appear
• Cross-contamination at home, especially in shared kitchens
• Not checking medications and supplements for gluten
• Assuming restaurants are fully gluten-free without confirming
• Following a gluten-free diet without medical need, which may not provide benefits

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Simple Ways to Stay on Track

Haeler recommends focusing on whole foods, reading labels carefully, and consulting with a healthcare professional or nutritionist when needed. For those newly diagnosed, small changes and reliable products can make a big difference.

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About MIGHTYLICIOUS

MIGHTYLICIOUS Gluten Free produces small-batch cookies and baking mixes made without gluten, wheat, rye, or barley. The cookie line includes seven varieties, with both vegan and traditional options, ranging from classic chocolate chip to oat-based favorites.

 

For home baking, the brand offers gluten-free flour blends and a brownie mix designed to replicate the texture and taste of traditional baked goods.

Products are available online and at retailers nationwide, including natural, specialty, and regional grocery chains.

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