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Last weekend Liam had some observations about my footwear:
"Mama what the heck are you wearing on your feet? Those are tennis shoes. I've never seen you wear those. You only wear regular shoes."
He's correct. The harsh realization that my 4-year-old is inadvertently pointing out that I haven't worked out in years. Oh well, ya gotta start someplace.
How do you busy mamas squeeze workouts into your crazy schedules?
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- alisab
I have a 3 month old at home. Any advice on how to get the body back in shape in between naptimes, breastfeeding, playing w/ baby, and oh yeah - eating!?
Feb 6, 2012-
- Teris Butler
I need motivation--- that or a personal trainer and chef! lol
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- Jeanne Tutt
wow! very observant kid!
Feb 6, 2012-
- Tina Isakson
I have 5 young kids and a husband who travels frequently. Running keeps the crazy away. It is a few moments of sanity/quiet in an otherwise crazy life. I don't always want to do it, sometimes its hard, sometimes I don't enjoy it, but I never regret taking the time or making the effort. Try it....you'll be hooked!
Feb 6, 2012-
- Lemon Meringue
Because we only have one car, which my husband always takes to go to his job, I have to cycle to go to work, do the schoolrun, bringing my 3 kids to playdates or sportingclubs, picking them up again and doing groceries, etc. Mind you, it is -15 degrees Celcius right now (I believe that makes 5 Fahrenheit?). All that cycling gives me a basic stamina. And when my youngest started school in september I joined a local club who teaches kickboxing to mums in my neighbourhood. You would not believe what that workout (called Kick & Fun) 3 times a week does to you: I have rocksolid abs (didn't know I had them for 38 years!), a nice perky bum, no more bingo wings, and so on! Sometimes it's quite a challenge with all my family's busy schedules to attend the lessons, but I rarely miss one: I just MAKE it squeeze in, sometimes even take my brood with me. We watch our kids together during the lessons. So, all you Mummy Balboa's: UNITE!
Feb 7, 2012-
- Alison Clemency
I am actually starting in a week. I am using this week to prepare a scheduled routine so that I can imbed it into my head as hope for some motivation..LOL! Anyway, I pretty much have to squeeze a work out in early in the morning. I hate the idea because I LOVE sleep too much, but it is the only time during day light hours that I can get out and leave the kids with someone. So that is where I will be fitting it in. However, I was able to get my daughter into the children's yoga on OnDemand so she and I will also be doing that after I take my son to the bus stop. So that is how I am going to fit it in.
Feb 7, 2012-
- Barbara Adams
I have two hyper dogs that i take on walks a few times a day..plus i do yoga and pilates..my delightful children remind me that i'm old and need to work out...
Feb 7, 2012-
- Lonestarcasie
One time we were on our way out the door to church when my 5-year old daughter said, "Mom, we are all wearing pretty shoes. You can't wear those."
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We’re excited to bring you another great article from LilSugar, a fantastic source for mamas who want advice and news about everything from packing healthy lunches to mastering the art of stroller chic. This week, we’re featuring their Precious Princess-Themed Birthday Party guideline.
Hear ye, hear ye! A princess-themed birthday party can be a simple and beautiful affair without having to be over-the-top fabulous! Check out this simply stunning princess-themed birthday for a sweet little girl and get inspired to plan your next royal celebration.
Princess Birthday Invitation
Guests were cordially invited to attend this princess-themed celebration for a little princess's 4th birthday with custom invitations — in pastel pink and blue.
Princess-Themed 4th Birthday
The pastel pink and blue color palette used for the party decor made this royal bash supersweet. Hot pink and pale pink balloons floated over the dessert table, making this a picture-perfect party setup!
Princess Dessert Table
A royal birthday cake — flanked by candy-filled glass vases — took center stage at the dessert table. Pink lemonade was the beverage of choice — and there were plenty of baked goodies on hand to enjoy!
Princess Birthday Cake
A light blue two-tier birthday cake with pink detailing — topped off by a pink paper crown — was the crowning jewel of the dessert table.
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Princess Cookies
Crown-shaped cookies in hot pink, pale pink, and blue were among the princess-themed goodies available at the dessert table. Aren't they just the cutest?
Princess Cake Pops
No party would be complete without cake pops — even a princess-themed party! We love that the cake pops were decorated to complement the birthday cake.
Princess Cupcakes
Little blue cupcakes were also on display — and available for consumption — at the dessert table. Each cupcake had a pink paper wrapper and pink crown cupcake topper. Yum!
Caramel Popcorn
Caramel popcorn was also available for guests to enjoy. Handfuls of popcorn were perfectly displayed in blue paper holders.
Princess Party Favors
After the party was over, all guests got to take home a box with chocolate cookies, a balloon, and a crown!
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