What are macros and how many do I need? If you’ve read any health article, I’m sure you’ve heard of macros. You know you need them, you know you should count them, but what are they? A new type of health food? Nope. A kind of protein supplement? You’re getting warmer. Before you start counting…
I’m strolling through Target with my toddler and baby, both sitting nicely in the cart, when a sweet lady compliments me on how lovely and well-behaved they are. I smile politely and thank her, while in my head I’m laughing to myself. We do make a cute picture, but really, if only she knew how…
I’ve been a busy mom for two years now, and that’s been enough time to learn some inevitable truths of motherhood. I have two beautiful kids, a toddler and a baby. Take it as advice for those of you who are still pregnant, and those of you who have kids, you’ll find yourself nodding along…
When it comes to the health of your “below the belt” area, it can be embarrassing to talk about it. If you feel this way, then know you are not alone. The Women’s Health Initiative study found that about 44-percent of women have some degree of prolapse. So, don’t be afraid to mention any discomfort…
Many women experience a little bit of “the baby blues” after birth. After all, being woken up by a baby crying at 2 a.m. for the fourth time in one night would be trying for anyone. A little bit of the blues or some minor mood swings are normal in the postpartum period; your body…
When can I begin postnatal exercise? This is one of the most frequently asked questions women ask after having a baby. According to the guidelines of ACOG, women who had a normal delivery can start exercising as soon as they feel fit. This guidance is a bit misunderstood by some and some think they can…
As a mom, you have a lot of hats to wear. You take on the roles of cook, maid, nurse, chauffeur, referee, and many, many more. When you plan days out, more often than not it’s storytime at the library or a trip to the playground. And when you have some extra money to spend,…
Energy in. Energy out. Sounds simple, right? When you plan your meals and activity for the week, you want to make sure you eat enough to provide the energy you need for your workouts. And if you are trying to lose weight, you want to make sure you have a calorie deficit for the week….
You’re all ready for the birth of your baby and have your bags all packed. In your hospital bag are your headphones for your calming labor music, your toothbrush and toothpaste, some comfy slippers, makeup, and a t-shirt and your skinny jeans for the day you go home. But hold up! There’s something wrong with…
Losing weight and becoming fit is a journey. For many people on that journey, there are often pitfalls. One of these pitfalls: the scale. Just the thought of stepping on the scale gives some women anxiety. Sadly our society has a very specific image of the “ideal” woman….as if there is such a thing. So…