We don’t hear about weaning depression and anxiety too often, but they affect more women than you know. I’m sharing my own postpartum and post-weaning struggles. I’ve mentioned it before, but breastfeeding was initially a struggle. I was close to giving up until I realized that it didn’t matter how my baby was fed as…
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Exhaustion isn’t a Merit Badge: An Argument for Holding Back
Push through the pain! You can do ANYTHING for 30 seconds! If you’re not feeling the burn, you’re not doing it right! Don’t think about it, just DO it! Temporary pain for long-term gain! Do these phrases sound familiar? If you’ve ever worked with a trainer or taken a fitness class, you’ve probably heard them…
A Working Mom’s Struggle to #BeFitAllYear (+ Giveaway)
This post is sponsored by BeFit through my affiliation with Sweat Pink. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I know there are many women who have it tougher than I do (single moms—how do you do it?!), but it goes without saying that sometimes I struggle to take care of myself. Specifically,…
An Open Letter To The Women Who Read Healthy Living Blogs
I often have mixed feelings about the healthy living blogging community. I’ve come across some relatable and encouraging posts, I’ve shaken my head in disgust at certain images or quotes on Instagram, and I’ve even read a few blogs where I’ve developed a concern for the author’s health (based only on what I’ve read, of…
Fitness Goals for the New Year
Here we are at the start of the first full week of 2016! It doesn’t seem real to me how quickly time has passed. I waivered on writing this post since I hate the commercialized push of “getting into shape” and “ditching the holiday weight gain” and “becoming your best self in the new year”…
3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life…Right Now
I don’t like to admit this, but I used to be a bit of a Debbie Downer. Instead of looking inward, taking care of my health, and trying to find the good in each day, I caved to the comparison trap, ate crappy food, and focused on the negative. Newsflash: that is not a way…
The Body You Deserve (& What Does That Mean?)
Last Thursday night’s cardio barre class was one of the best I’ve taken in a while. There was a good energy, and despite the 2 donuts I ate prior, I felt great the whole time! I’ve mentioned it before, but I really like our instructor. She’s energetic, motivating, and hands-on, but this time, something she…
Body Knows Best
If I’ve learned one thing throughout my pregnancy and first year as a mother, it’s this: our bodies are remarkable, and we could do a great deal of good to trust them. I’m sure you’ve heard—when someone is asked what kind of diet or exercise regimen they follow—“oh, I just listen to my body.” In fact,…
#BOSUStrong Challenge: Week 3
Hi there! I don’t know about you, but I’m glad today is over. Not that it was a particularly bad day (it was actually a good one), but the weekend was a little stressful after our GI appointment for Baby M. He’s fine—we just need to stuff him silly and make him gain weight. Anyway,…
#BOSUstrong Challenge: Week 2 (Balance)
Hi there! Hope your week is off to a good start. How was your weekend? Ours was busy; we drove to New Orleans for a special someone’s 2nd birthday party. Sunday was spent relaxing after Baby M finally slept through the night again! Let’s hope this trend continues. Moving on… If you forgot to join…
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