July 2011
The Perfect Snack for Families on-the-Go
July 30, 2011 by Jenn
The following is a sponsored post for Beanitos in exchange for their support of our Fit Bottomed Girls’ Weight-Loss Challenges. For our sponsored post policy, click here. Toot jokes aside, beans are totally awesome. They’re packed... Continue reading...
Get Fruity with FruitziO Fruit Snacks
July 29, 2011 by Erin
Full disclosure: I am not, nor have I ever been, a fan of dried fruit. I have to check my gag reflex when eating fresh bananas. Dry them out? Gag city. Dried apples? Meh. I’d rather have my fruit fresh and juicy. That being said, I put... Continue reading...
NouriShea’s Pampering Line: Great For Moms but Kid-Friendly, Too!
July 28, 2011 by Erin
The only thing better than bed at the end of a long day of getting dirty in the motherhood trenches is taking a shower before going to bed. There’s nothing quite as refreshing as washing away all of the drool and spit-up of the day with... Continue reading...
Pregnancy Cravings: Try These Healthier Options!
Pregnancy cravings and aversions are both fascinating and hilarious to me. I remember a few cravings I had during my pregnancy: s’mores, Chipotle, Arby’s roast beef sandwiches, Oreos and jalapenos. While I didn’t have morning... Continue reading...
Division of Household Labor: Always a Work in Progress
July 26, 2011 by Erin
I work from home. I write, edit, try to maintain websites. I take care of my daughter. I grocery shop. I try to cook a reasonably healthy dinner most days. And I try not to let the house become a total disaster. That last one? I do not do... Continue reading...
Housework: It’s Not Your Job
July 25, 2011 by Erin
Jenn reviewed a book last week over on Fit Bottomed Girls that really got me thinking. Like Jenn, I’m guilty of watching mindless TV that only serves to shrink my brain cells (Real Housewives, anyone?). While sometimes the fluffy stuff... Continue reading...
MamaLinks: Playground Workouts, Snarky Maternity Tees & More!
July 23, 2011 by Erin
We’ve got some fun reads for you today, including some dy-na-mite drinks, hilarious maternity T-shirts and things no one told you about being preggers. Read on! Love Bethenny Frankel and her ideas for low-cal summer drinks. Mmmm. —Health Make... Continue reading...
Review: Prego-fit & Fabulous
July 22, 2011 by Erin
Just because I’m no longer pregnant and Jenn isn’t yet pregnant doesn’t mean that we want prenatal workout DVD reviews to go by the wayside. Luckily, my cousin Leslie is almost in her third trimester and was more than willing... Continue reading...
3 Months and 3 Moves for Stronger Arms
July 21, 2011 by Erin
It’s always a little shocking to me how physically demanding having an infant is. My arms almost always feel tired, like they’re recovering from a workout. And really, they are, because carrying a 23+ pound baby around all day... Continue reading...
Post-Pill Amenorrhea: It’s Real But How Common?
July 20, 2011 by Jenn
Unlike over at Fit Bottomed Girls, where I feel like my experience and certifications allow me to speak intelligently on all things fitness, when it comes to pre-pregnancy, rocking a bump and actually becoming a mother to a mini-me, I’m... Continue reading...
