I became inspired to write a letter to my son after my sister-in-law wrote a blog addressed to her daughter. Her message was so heartfelt and touching that when I read it I thought, “I want to do this when my son is born.” So here it goes… Dear Roman, Today your are 5 weeks old. I just woke up…
It has been 7 days since giving birth to my son. He made his grand entrance into this world on Monday, November 14th at 2:58 p.m. Weighing in at 9 pounds and 15 ounces, 22 inches long, and boasting a 37 cm head circumference! All measurements were in the 95th percentile or greater for his age (already an overachiever I guess).…
I’ve been wanting to write this blog for what has seemed like an eternity. I wish I would have written this earlier in my 3rd trimester when I felt like a rock star, but hey, better late than never. Now there’s probably going to be things I have forgotten to include (yes, “pregnant brain” is legit) because I have not carved…
Here’s my healthy attempt at satisfying my craving for Thin Mint Cookies! Very easy to make…let me know what you think! Hope you enjoy them! Ingredients: 1/2 cup melted coconut oil 1/4 cup organic milk (of your choice) 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt 2 1/2 cups of Mint Chocolate Isalean Protein Powder…
Ok, you be the judge, but I think I have figured out the missing ingredient in my protein pancakes that will make non-health nuts believe they’re eating real pancakes vs. our healthy trickery versions. Below are the ingredients I recommend for maximum satisfaction & health benefits. The list is void of artificial ingredients/gmo’s/hormones. Feel free to swap out what you want…
In a world full of eye-catching, flashy, and often times over-the-top fitness professionals, how does one break out of the pack to gain a following in order to make a living in the fitness field? Start by following these 6 steps to establish your own personal niche and build your fitness community! Whether you are just breaking into the world…
Whether you want to save a fortune from going to you-know-where (eh hem, a “small” runs you about $4.25 per visit) OR you want to avoid consuming a cupful of pesticides from conventional coffee, OR perhaps you want to avoid drinking 40 grams of refined sugar everyday – this PSL recipe is for YOU! Give it a shot and make it a delicious,…
This has gotta be the EASIEST thing you’ll ever make! It will be a crowd and kid-pleasing treat too. I have taken this to parties as a festive, Fall dip and brought along organic apple slices and graham crackers – YUM! Also, I have made this as a mid-afternoon snack/ dessert (guilt-free, HELLO) and I count it as a serving…
Among all the questions I have been asked about being pregnant, one that I am certain all moms out there have discussed is, “Do you have any cravings?” There is little scientific evidence to validate whether pregnancy cravings are “real” but they are what you make of them in my opinion. Some doctors suggest we are craving certain foods due…
To all the women reading this who have had children, are currently pregnant, and who want to have children, I send my utmost love and respect to you! Life is a blessing and please know that before you proceed to reading this, I am writing this from a place of personal experience and am beyond impressed with how strong the…