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August 21, 2013
Hope your week is going well and that you are on your way to finding your best post-baby body by applying the first 2 keys for success. Before we take a look at the 3rd key, let’s do a quick review. Forgive me, I was a teacher in my former life ...
Key # 1 – Exercising with your baby in the Ergo
- Make it your goal to exercise at least 4 days a week for about 30-45 minutes
- Cardio + Strength work = Fat loss
- Put your baby in the Ergo and try out the Workout with your baby video (Note: By clicking the link, you are agreeing to the Tailored Fitness Terms of Use)
Key # 2 - Cooking healthy with your baby in the Ergo
- Focus on what kinds of foods you are eating and pay attention to portion size
- If you are breastfeeding, make sure to eat at least 1500 calories to maintain your milk supply
- Wear your baby in the Ergo while you cook and use it as a teaching opportunity.
- Try out some great new recipes like this Power up Smoothie
August 14, 2013
[youtube]http://youtu.be/uT9dnm8xhl8[/youtube] So did you get a chance to try the Workout with your Baby video in last week’s post? I hope it showed you how easy it can be to get a great workout at home, with just your baby and the Ergobaby Carrier. Don’t forget that you can still sign up to try out Tailored Fitness free for 30 days if you want to try creating your own custom workout video. This week we are going to take a look at the 2nd key to finding your best post-baby body, cooking healthy with your baby in the Ergo. Eating healthy is a MUST for new moms! You need to fuel your body with good foods so that you have the energy you need to care for your family (and yourself). Here are 3 tips for how to master this key to finding your best post baby body: Focus on WHAT you are eating rather than counting calories. When you are newly post-partum, it’s not the best time to start a strict diet. Instead, focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods. My
August 06, 2013
It's no news that summer is hot and when you've got a little one one your body, it's even hotter. And while there aren't any baby carriers with an air conditioner feature, there ARE carriers that are built in with ultimate breathability. Plus, we can offer a few tips for babywearing in hot weather ;)
1. Dress both yourself and baby for the weather.
Light and airy clothes are best. We like linen or 100% cotton or linen, although sporty performance fabrics are also great if that is your style! Remember that whatever carrier you are using acts as a layer, too. Also keep sun protection in mind. Baby Legs or other leg/arm covers are an easy on/off way to provide light protection while staying cool (some Baby Legs even have UV protection).
2. Keep a layer of fabric between you and baby to help make things feel less sticky!
Wearing a high neck shirt is the easiest way to do this. Some people like to keep a thin piece of muslin or cotton to place between them and baby (bonus:
August 01, 2013
I have breastfed all of my babies. When my first born was a year old, I quit nursing her cold turkey. Being 21 and quick to accept advice, I listened when the pediatrician said that I didn't need to nurse her past a year old, and that quitting right after her birthday was best. Truthfully, I snuck in a few extra nursing sessions- sobbing my eyes out thinking that each session was our last. I got terrible mastitis when she was 14 months old, and went through the worst pain. The nursing experience ended on a sad note, and I couldn't wait to have another baby and begin the sweet journey all over again.
We then had Riley.
And another loss after that.
When my next love was born, I soaked it all in. By that time, I had done so much research on babies in general, that I knew long-term breastfeeding was our plan. My first son nursed until he was two and half years old. He weaned himself, and it was the smoothest transition I had ever experienced.
When our second son was born, I had done even more
July 25, 2013
I believe sharing what you are passionate about with your children can be such a gift to them. In my opinion, it inspires your children to find things in life that they are passionate about. For me, it is Holy Yoga (a Christian based approach to yoga). I'm a certified yoga instructor, and I am currently going through Holy Yoga training to become a Holy Yoga instructor. Next to being a mother and wife, it is what I am passionate about. I love incorporating my faith into movement of body, mind, and spirit.
It can be difficult finding the time to exercise as a new mom. But it doesn't have to be! Incorporate your time on your mat with your little ones! Below are a few yoga poses you can do with your little one in your Ergo.
I would suggest having bare feet when you practice, and to stand near a wall or a sturdy chair to balance yourself while practicing yoga with a little one in tow. Take all the precautions you would regularly take while wearing your baby. Don't
July 25, 2013
Especially if daddy’s doing the babywearing. On a hot day!
We set out one morning (a bit later than we’d planned) to harvest fresh, ripe blueberries from our local berry farm.
Set on a windy hillside, the acres of land include a playground, farm store, pond, and fields after fields of fruit trees and berry bushes. It’s truly a sight to behold as you drive in, and then later as you ride the truck out to the berry patch.
Daddy and sons took a stroll out to find frogs while we waited for the farm truck.
Babywearing while berry picking is a must, as you’re not likely getting a stroller onto the bench-seat-only farm truck. At least not without some frowns from the other passengers who’d love the space!
Plus, the ride out is bumpy, and a baby securely on your back (or snuggled against your chest) is best for this kind of a ride.
With the heat… and the rate at which we ate the berries! … we definitely had to pick fast to keep our mouths and buckets full! I was so grateful our nearly-one-year old
July 18, 2013
For years, I have dreamed of visiting Chicago and spending the day in The Shedd Aquarium. I never really thought it would come to fruition but I continued to dream. This summer my dream came true when our family drove through Chicago on our way to a preacher's conference in the Detroit area. It was just as amazing as I thought it would be and even though we spent 6 hours there, I could go back again.
The Shedd Aquarium is located on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. It is the largest indoor aquarium in the world, with more than 8000 aquatic animals. Depending on when you go, there are always special exhibits. Our family had the opportunity to see the Jellies and to participate in the new Stingray Touch.
When you decide to visit the Aquarium, the first thing I recommend doing is deciding what times you would like to be there and which exhibits you want to see. Our family decided to buy the All-Access pas
s which allowed us to do everything The Shedd has to offer including
July 18, 2013
We're thinking of taking a day trip to the beach. I wanted to go longer, but my husband thinks it will be a big hassle with the baby. I've been trying to think of everything we'll need to make the trip go smoothly:
1. I'm thinking some sort of sun shade is in order. Although there are some really amazing sunscreens out there, I've read that you shouldn't use sunscreen on babies younger than six months. So an umbrella or tent/cabana is going to be necessary to keep the rays off that baby-fresh skin. I love that this cabana is made using UPF 50 fabric and folds up for easy transport. (These sunscreen wipes look really convenient - might have to snag a pack for our toddler!) 2. Something to carry the babe in. I don't think pushing a stroller over the sand sounds like much fun to me, so I'd probably bring our Ergobaby carrier, and a beach-y bag to carry all of those teeny weeny baby things. Plus we can use the carrier's hood to help shade her little bald head :) 3. And,
July 16, 2013
Do you know an exhausted Mom with a new baby? A sleep-deprived Mom who is so tired she can't sign herself up for this giveaway? Well, you can help her out! Nominate a tired Mom with a new baby who deserves a good night's sleep for a chance to win our Good Night, Sleep Right Sleep Essentials Pack, which includes the new Ergobaby Swaddler.
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July 09, 2013
When my husband and I were on a recent trip to Italy we visited Castello di Ama and did their winery tour. The winery has an amazing Chianti Classico, Olive Oil and an amazing art exhibit.
Before planning the trip we had to plan how we would carry our one-year-old daughter, Ava around. It was Ava’s first trip to Europe and the terrain at the winery was not ideal for a stroller.
We found the perfect solution to our problem, the Ergobaby Organic Baby Carrier. The Ergobaby is easy to put on and it fits to your size. The fabric is high quality. The Ergobaby holds your baby in an ergonomic, natural sitting position. Not only was it great for my daughter, my husband managed to carry Ava through the vineyard tour without getting a sore back.
We spent the day roaming through the vineyards and Ava was all snugly and slept most of the trip. The day was really sunny but the Ergobaby had a cover that protected Ava from the sun while she slept. She loved the carrier and it certainly