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As moms, it’s our job to take care of the little people that have been entrusted to us. So often we set our own needs aside in the process. But if we don’t care for ourselves, we won’t be equipped or fuelled to care for anyone else. Our health is the most important thing we have. Nutrition, fitness, stress management, and self-care are all components of ensuring we are operating at our best in all areas of our lives.
It can seem overwhelming to think about making massive changes in all areas, especially when your time is limited by work, kid activities, and home management. It doesn’t have to be a big deal. And the important thing is to keep in mind WHY these changes are important. Imagine jumping out of bed in the morning with tons of energy, ready to have an awesome day? Having the physical and mental energy to accomplish all you need to in your day, AND all that you want to as well?
So let’s break it down. Can you set a goal to make your nutrition 10% better this week than it was last week? Or get 30 minutes of exercise three days this week? Making small changes a little at a time can lead to big changes over the long term.
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Beyond The Sandwich – Different School Lunch Ideas
When you think about packed school lunches, PB&J or ham and cheese sandwiches come to mind. In our school we can’t even have peanut butter, so our choices get fewer and fewer. While sandwiches certainly make for a nice school lunch, they are not your only option. Mix it up by fixing something different for your kids this year.
Benefits of Exercise
We all know about certain benefits of exercising – above all, that it’s good for us. But this isn’t always enough to get us motivated into actually doing it. If you’re looking for a little inspiration to get started on a new routine, here are 10 reasons why exercise can improve your life. 1) More Energy: Although exercise in itself may be tiring,
Meal Planning 101: How to Plan Your Week Ahead
If you are short on time and still want to make nutritious food for your family, or if you are embarking on a new healthy eating program, you should start meal planning. This involves planning out what you will eat for the week, getting ingredients and meals ready to cook for each day, and minimizing how much needs to be done when it’s time to prepare dinner.
