With the official start of Spring just about a week away, I'm anticipating being able to get outside and enjoy all of the Spring-like weather at some point. Unfortunately, it was a mild 16 degrees here in Illinois this morning, which is a little too chilly for me to consider it Spring. Yet. … [Read more...]
For me, it’s not so much about the activity, but about shopping for the stuff for said activity
March 12, 2009 By 2 Comments
iPosture: Your Personal Posture Coach
February 4, 2009 By 6 Comments
Today, I'm going to share a simple beauty tip that will make you instantly look five pounds thinner, while also helping you to appear more confident and self-assured. Are you ready? Here it is: Stand up straight. Good posture can cover a multitude of sins. It's one of the first things … [Read more...]
Putting the “Oh!” back in H2O
December 24, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Before I had kids, I was one of those annoying people who claimed caffeine had no effect on them. I would drink a cup of coffee and never notice the "burst of energy" everyone always claimed to get from that morning hit of caffeine. Apparently, in my early years, I was the picture of … [Read more...]
Putting the "Oh!" back in H2O
December 24, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Before I had kids, I was one of those annoying people who claimed caffeine had no effect on them. I would drink a cup of coffee and never notice the "burst of energy" everyone always claimed to get from that morning hit of caffeine. Apparently, in my early years, I was the picture of … [Read more...]
Bun in the Oven? Here’s Some Mama Lovin’
October 10, 2008 By 8 Comments
Oh my people. There's just not a lot of beautifying going on at my house these days. With my 9 week old nursing every 90 minutes and my going-on-four year old soaking up the remaining 10 minutes, I'm lucky if I get to employ the basics of personal hygiene any given day. So instead of raving … [Read more...]
Bun in the Oven? Here's Some Mama Lovin'
October 10, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Oh my people. There's just not a lot of beautifying going on at my house these days. With my 9 week old nursing every 90 minutes and my going-on-four year old soaking up the remaining 10 minutes, I'm lucky if I get to employ the basics of personal hygiene any given day. So instead of raving … [Read more...]
Say Goodbye to Counting Sheep
August 26, 2008 By 2 Comments
As moms we are constantly on the go. I don't know how many times I have said or heard somebody else say, "If only there was more time in the day." Unfortunately many of us try to make more time by staying up until the wee hours of the night trying to get it all done or just … [Read more...]
Weight Watchers Giveaway!
August 12, 2008 By
***UPDATE: Cogratulations to commenter #42, Leah!! "What an exciting opportunity! I just gave birth to my first child two months ago. Before I got pregnant, I was at my all-time highest weight. I am seriously motivated to get things into gear & be fit so I can keep up with my … [Read more...]
There Is No Such Thing As A Healthy Tan
July 21, 2008 By 2 Comments
I don't know about you, but that phrase always makes me wanna thumb my nose and say something juvenile and snotty. I don't really CARE that a tan is unhealthy. It just looks better. Right?? Well, like it or not, sun exposure is the single most harmful thing you can do to … [Read more...]
And if anyone needs me, I’ll be on the treadmill in the basement, power-walking and eating radishes.
July 18, 2008 By 5 Comments
I saw my OB earlier this week. I see a lot of her lately, and well, she sees a lot of me, too. Ahem. Our weekly meetings over the past 9 months have evolved beyond just quick, routine exams to fun, edifying discussions. I feel really lucky to have developed this rapport with her - I … [Read more...]
