Bringing a beautiful new life into the world is a joy like no other, but it often comes with a host of changes to your body. Losing weight after baby number 2 can be particularly challenging, as you have less time and more responsibility than the first time around. The truth of the matter is: […]
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The term mindfulness has become popular because it encourages conscious awareness of whatever the focus may be. Mindful nutrition is the act of paying attention to our food, on purpose, moment by moment, without judgment. It’s an approach that focuses on the individual’s sensual awareness of the food and their experience of the food. It
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This is a super simple air fryer spaghetti squash recipe that is as delicious as it is healthy. I have also included four additional recipe variations to try (so you have options). Air fryers have become very popular for their convenience and fast cooking time. I consider myself a pro when it comes to spaghetti squash,
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It’s not a secret that home cooked meals are healthier than eating out. With a bit of preparation and planning, you might find yourself opting for less processed and convenience foods. Check out these low calorie, high protein meal prep ideas that could work for either lunch or dinner. If you’re a working mom, these
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As if you didn’t have enough to worry about while carrying a child, now you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. With all the nutritional recommendations and restrictions out there on the internet, it can seem quite confusing. In this post, I will share 13 breakfast ideas for gestational diabetes along with guidelines on how to
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Hooray! You’re finally out of the baby phase. Now you have a toddler with a longer wake window, and a lot of energy to expend. If you’re running out of ideas of things to do with your little ones, here’s my comprehensive list of fun places to take toddlers. This list is coming from experience
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Enjoy a delicious twist on an Italian classic with this chicken alfredo spaghetti squash recipe. If there are two things I am obsessed with lately – it’s spaghetti squash and cottage cheese. These two healthy ingredients combined make this deliciously creamy and nutritious dish. As an Italian, I absolutely love pasta. However, sometimes it is
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Consuming high volume, low calorie meals can be an effective strategy for weight loss and maintenance. Research studies have shown that consuming a large volume of low-density foods, such as soup, salad or fruit can enhance the feeling of fullness and lead to overall decreased energy intake (1). If you’ve been trying to restrict calories
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Meal planning can be exhausting, but it is widely known that cooking meals at home is much healthier than eating out. When you don’t have a plan, these are some easy, last minute dinners you can cook instead of opting to order in. Striving for a healthy diet that isn’t always perfect is part of
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Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom seeking solace in shared experiences, a mom deciding if she should take this path, or someone curious about what the day to day is like being home with children all day- this post will take a deep dive into the heart of the matter. Here’s my honest truth of being
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