There are many options for obstetric care out there. There are OB/GYN physicians, family practice providers, nurse midwife groups who work under the observation of a physician, independent nurse midwife groups, birthing center midwives, home birth midwives and certified professional midwives. The opportunities are endless and in many areas, we are fortunate enough to have… Continue reading Pregnancy: Choosing a Provider
I was reading or listening to something about self-care recently and wanted to reiterate one thing about this topic. For me, self-care is not necessarily about self-pampering. Yes, I consider myself a huge advocate of massage, hot baths and taking some you time to get your hair or nails done, but it is also important… Continue reading Expectful App for Meditating Mamas
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning and focused effort”. -Paul Meyer Good morning, everyone! I just can’t get enough of my slow mornings here at home. I am a pretty lucky gal and do not have to drag myself to work every morning. At… Continue reading The Importance of Getting Dressing Everyday & High Lunge Pose
Happy Day After Valentine’s Day! I have had so many things to be thankful for this week and the gratitude journal I am working on keeping has helped with putting all of them into perspective. As much time as I spend on daily to-do’s (which really more recently are daily must-do’s by the time I… Continue reading Scheduling Time for Loved Ones
HI Friends! As you all well know, I am behind this week. So, I am dedicating a little bit of time today to catch up on a couple of posts that I owe you 😉 That is, instead of reading my textbook before my husband gets home to whisk me away to the rock-climbing gym.… Continue reading Yoga Pose of the Week: Malasana
Running a bit behind this week, but that happens! Life has been taking over a bit the past couple weeks and I haven’t been able to prioritize writing as much as I would prefer. However, I am giving myself some grace. Nothing bad happens if I don’t get to write everyday. I do my best,… Continue reading Home Fitness: Why It Rocks
Every week, every day of my life is filled with appointments, work, communications, school, house-work, etc. A couple of weeks ago on a Wednesday evening I found myself exhausted, on the couch and in tears because I just did not want to go anywhere. Our evenings are often filled with the climbing gym, seeing friends… Continue reading For Continued Patience
I have seen this book EVERYWHERE on social media the past 6 months. I really wanted to read it, so I think I was wait-listed on my local library’s list for at least 4 of those months. When they told me it had arrived, I can sort of forgotten I reserved it…..Ha! Still, I… Continue reading Book Review: Present Over Perfect
“An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly.” – Unknown I’ve been getting more inquiry lately regarding self-care. What can we all do to take care of ourselves? The only bodies and minds we will ever get. How do we optimize what we have to be… Continue reading Self-Care: Where Do I Start?
It seems I did pretty well picking days for my blog topics! Thankfulness Thursday is here!!! The past week I have been thankful for: A patient and loving husband who supports me even when my pregnancy hormones are out. Of. control. A gas fireplace…because it is STILL 2 degrees outside!! Dog snuggles Essential Oil… Continue reading Back to School
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