The other day I was scrolling through the hundreds of photos on my phone of Baby M, and I thought to myself, “Gosh, this baby is beautiful. He is absolute perfection.” I know I’m not the only mother in the world who’s thought that. In fact, I hope every mother feels that way about her…
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NEDA 2015: I had no idea…
When I began my blog in late 2012, I dove into the “healthy living” community with gusto (in my mind, at least). I spent the better part of my (then) slow work days reading food blogs, imagining myself a raw vegan (that didn’t last too long thanks to my deeply rooted love for bacon), and…
Transformation Tuesday
Chances are, if you have Facebook or Instagram, you’ve seen the hashtag #transformationtuesday and the oodles of weight loss/weight gain photos accompanying it. Bodies transformed from loose to ripped, pre- and post-pregnancy comparisons, or even an underweight frame with a healthy smile and few added pounds are common themes. I think it’s great to celebrate…
#LetLoose2014 for National Stress Awareness Month
I’ve mentioned before that April is one of my favorite months of the year, but did you know that it’s also National Stress Awareness Month? We all lead busy, often-stressful lives, which is why I’m taking part in Vegas.com’s #LetLoose2014 event. I’ve been to Las Vegas twice (for my honeymoon in 2008 and on vacation…
Body Image: Revisited
I’ve talked about body image somewhat recently, but after this past weekend, I realize I have a long way to go when it comes to truly accepting and loving my own body. Apart from maybe Jennifer Lawrence (who, according to this opinion, may be inadvertently “body-shaming” through her unapologetic attitude regarding food, Hollywood, and her own…
Finding Confidence & Loving Your Body
Let’s talk about confidence. After pondering body image in the last few months and reading this insightful post from Sam at Better with Sprinkles, I started thinking a bit more deeply about my own body image and recent surge in confidence. I use the word “surge” with trepidation—because I frequently have days where I feel…
Healthy Living Blogging + Mental Illness Awareness Week
In the healthy living community, there are infinite resources for eating well and finding the perfect fitness routine; there is, however, much less attention being paid to mental well-being. Today is the beginning of Mental Illness Awareness Week. Having both a therapist husband and a family history of depression and anxiety, I’m well aware of…
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