Wondering how to exercise when you have little ones? Try the 15 Minute Jungle Gym Workout!

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Without a good gym nearby or the finances to afford a gym pass and daycare, a mom can be at a loss as to how to get in the kind of exercise she needs to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  I was in the situation until recently when I decided to get creative at the playground. [...]

Fitness Apperal for Expectant Moms and Post Pregnancy – Bundle of Joy Maternity Review

Do you guys know the greatest thing about taking care of ourselves and our bodies?  We can get into shape no matter what stage of life we are in.  Whether you are young, old, pregnant or post pregnancy.  And it doesn’t matter your fitness level either.  You can be a seasoned runner or you can [...]

Hallmark Mothers Day “Moment in Time” – Review and Giveaway

When it comes to greeting cards the first thing that pops into my head is Hallmark.  They have been known for many years for their cards, stationary, invitations, keepsake ornaments, books and gifts.  They even have e-cards now so you can send them with just a click of the mouse.  You don’t even have to [...]

Sara Haley’s Expecting More prenatal workout DVD – Review

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Unlike most prenatal workout DVDs, which are focused solely on prenatal yoga and workouts for beginners, the Expecting More DVD workout program is meant to encourage women to move and feel strong and sexy, whether their inspiration comes from dance, athletics, strength training or yoga. I exercised regularly (mostly swimming) through both my pregnancies.  When [...]

35 Healthy Snack Food Options

Why is it that everytime you are trying to lose weight or just trying to eat healthier you seem to always be hungry or craving chocolate?  Well that always seems to be my problem!  So I looked around and came up with some healthy alternatives for when I’m really hungry or just need a little [...]

Find new cooking inspiration (and entertainment) in “The Looneyspoons Collection” cookbook + #Recipe

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The Looneyspoons Collection is jam-packed (as in “loaded”…not as in “full of jam”) with Greta’s amazing recipes (wait until you try her gluten-free brownies!) and tons of cutting-edge nutrition and lifestyle tips. It’s Janet & Greta’s most comprehensive cookbook to date and includes reader-favourite recipes from Looneyspoons, Crazy Plates and Eat, Shrink and Be Merry, PLUS recipes developed for [...]

Leading Lady Review and GivAway

Being a women and having to shop for a new bra is sometimes a tedious process.  You have to try to find one with a great fit while making it stylish, functional, comfortable and affordable and sometimes that is a big process!  The makers at Leading Lady have made it their goal to help women find the ideal fit [...]

Starting a Healthy Post-Pregnancy Eating and Excercise Program

My baby was born just after Valentines day, and I just can’t believe how life has changed since.  Life seems a little crazier but always for the good!  So with all the changes around the house I have made some changes to my diet and excercise routine to help boost my energy level and help me stay happy [...]

An Energy Bar that helps you feel great and your skin look great! Nimble Bar Review and GivAway!

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Ahh, life just seems to keep getting busier and busier.  Isn’t that the way?  Whether you’re a mom or a working woman it seems that there is never enough time in the day to get everything done.  Unfortunately, all too often it is the essentials, like meals that fall victim to the tight schedule.  Whether [...]

Le Edge – The only exfoliating tool you’ll need. Review and GivAway!

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Welcome to day 1 of…. During Fit 2 Be Moms we’ll be talking about fitness, health, and style.  Today I wanted to introduce you to a product that is fairly new to the US, but that both me and my husband now totally love. What is Le Edge? Le Edge is a hygienic personal exfoliating [...]

5 Convenient Gift Ideas for Mother’s and Father’s Day

Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to express to the mothers in our lives how much they mean to us.  Occasionally–well, quite often, actually–it can be difficult given the distance that most people now live from their parents and grandparents to find meaningful gifts that are also convenient to send.  Here are 5 ideas to [...]

Pink Butterfly Aprons – Review and Giveaway

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Looking good is important for me.  I don’t wear a lot of makeup or dress to the nines, but at the end of a long day I feel like I’ve accomplished something great if I have managed to make it til 6pm still looking presentable.  LOL, it is kind of sad in a way.  Being [...]

Motherlove Herbal Company – Review

As mothers, I like to think that we try to always offer the best to our children and our environment.  I know that is a goal that I strive to do.  I am not a pro by any means, but I do try to recycle and I enjoy growing our own fresh fruits and vegetables [...]

Something that Sparkles for Valentine’s Day – DiViene Amethyst Ring (ARV $189) and GivAway

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“Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” You’ve heard that phrase, right?  I’d have to take it down a notch and say that “Things that sparkle are a girls best friend.”  Those who know me, know that I’m practical person; a no frills (well, maybe just a little frill) kinda girl.  I try to pretend I [...]