Many new mothers are concerned with gaining weight when pregnant. This fear often doubles for women who are already overweight. Pregnancy is NOT the time to diet. When you’re pregnant it’s very important that you nourish your body and your baby with healthy food so your baby develops and grows. The suggested amount of pregnancy …
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It always seems like there is so much to do that there’s little time to fit in exercise, but did you know that you’ll get more done if you take a break and exercise? Exercise produces feel good hormones called endorphines, plus exercise gets your blood circulating so you’ll have more blood flow to your brain …
When my clients tell me that they “wanted to exercise, but they didn’t have time”, I remind them that we all have 24 hrs. in a day and it’s our choice of what we to with our time. The most important thing should be your health since without it we can’t take care of those we …
In the last trimester of pregnancy it’s common for women to experience low back pain. A great exercise to relieve low back pain is what I call “modified cat and cow” performed in the shower. See how to do it below: Low Back Soother- Modified Cat and Cow *Stand in the shower with your feet …
Being a mom I know first hand that the word “tired” is a common word in my vocabulary and the vocabulary of many other moms I know. I’ve found that at the most of us moms just don’t have the energy, motivation, or interest in working out at the end of the day. I’ve found …
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You’re tired, you’re feeling huge…and the last thing you feel like doing is exercising. But did you know that exercising will benefit you both mentally and physically? Mentally exercise will reduce stress and anxiety and improve your mood, and physically it will decrease muscle discomfort and can aide in labor. So the next time you …
Our days are busy, even busier than ever before…especially if you’re a new mom. The power of the breath can do wonders for releaving feelings of overwhelm. Try this simple exercise to release the stress in your body. Neck Roll: De-Stress With Your Breath *Seated in a comfortable position inhale and roll your shoulders up …
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Have you ever noticed how much energy your kids have? At the park I decided to do whatever my kids did. That means I climbed up the slides (not the stairs, the slide), and “chased” after them (meaning tagged along trying to keep up with them). In less than 10 minutes I was totally pooped and sweaty! I’m …
You’re pregnant, so now more than ever you need to listen to your body. If you’re hungry, don’t deprive yourself, EAT, just chose foods that will nourish you AND your baby. One of my personal favorites was a smoothie I made from orange juice (note: folate found in oranges is good for baby development), half …
The power of what we tell ourselves has a strong affect on how we feel. Start telling yourself positive messages and you’ll start feeling better. I encourage my clients to creat positive self-statements in the form of “I am” and repeat them out loud. For example, every morning and every night repeat 10 times “I …
