You got invited to a holiday party where you don’t know a soul. You:
a) politely decline the invitation
b) accept, but then fake a stomach flu the day of the party, or
c) accept and go.
(Pssst… choose C, choose C)
Holiday parties used to drive the sharp knife of fear through my chest. I don’t have party clothes! What am I going to wear?
Problem solved.
It’s easy to get lost in motherhood.
There are endless books to read, gadgets to buy, places to go and activities to do. So much that you forget what you read, bought, visited and did before that tiny, beautiful creature entered your life. You go from being Kate or Lindsay to being “Piper’s mommy” or “Brady’s mom.”
And, even though parenthood changes you in some of the most amazing ways, the you that existed before is still there. You still have desires, needs, dreams and preferences. You still need certain things to be the best version of yourself and yes, those things have absolutely nothing to do with your children.
If you don’t make your own health, happiness, and wellbeing a priority, then it’s pretty hard to be the mom I know you want to be.
So, let’s all agree that the absolute best thing we can do for our children and families is to fill our own tank!
Shopping. Shouldn’t there be rules for buying clothes?
Because here’s the thing about shopping for clothes, it can really go up or down. Am I happy with the weight I’m at? Then shopping is a knockout-good time. Don’t know what I’m looking for? Well, then we get into the gray territory.
When I don’t know what I want, I tend to buy anything. I’ll fall for all the latest trends, regardless if I’m really in love with them or if they even fit in my current wardrobe. Then, a week later, I’ll have major shopping regret when I find that not only does the garment not really fit me but it doesn’t go with anything else in my closet.
So, how can you tell if you should actually buy the clothes you like?
You’ve heard from countless style mavens, “make sure you wear a bra that fits,” but how exactly are you supposed to tell if you are wearing the right bra?
All you know is you have underwear – maybe its a little loose or possibly digging into your side. But, a bra is a bra, right? If the fit is a little off, no big deal.
Actually, you would be surprised. A proper fitting bra can make your entire world sing. It can change the shape of your body in your tops. It can solve world hunger.
No, it can’t do that. But, you get where I’m going here.
How can we check if we are wearing the correct bra?
How do you words and thoughts shape you?
You hear all the time about the power of positive thinking. What happens when all you can think of is failure?
For me, it caused my entire body to crash down. That’s why you and I both need the reminder
How much do you love clothes but detest shopping?
Me!! I hate shopping. Mainly because I can never make up my mind. Faced with too many decisions, my brain simply shuts down.
Plus, throw in shopping with kids and it’s pretty much impossible to keep my brain focused enough to make any choice – nonetheless one that has a financial obligation.
So what are the options?
Do you have a place that you always want to hold in your heart? It’s filled with wonderful memories and every time you think of it, you feel happy.
How happy do your kids get when they receive something in the mail?
They jump up and down, right? They squeal. You can feel and hold their excitement because it is so evident. So joyful.
Every time I get the mail, my daughter asks me if her Highlights magazine is there. When in it is, she gets so excited! She starts tearing through it immediately the second that I hand it to her.
Do you ever wish you could have that same feeling when you get mail?
That is exactly how I feel when I get a FabFitFun box!
Do you ever look in the mirror at your outfit and think, “I just don’t look put together.”?
Babies ruin bodies. At least, that’s what I thought before I was pregnant. When I first told my co-workers of my pregnancy, amid the cheers of “Congratulations” was the quiet remark, “your body will never quite be the same again.”
And it’s true. You might have stretch marks, varicose veins, extra weight… or maybe something else. But we shouldn’t be ashamed of it. We should celebrate it.
Oh, hello Stitch Fix waiting for me outside my front door! I love when my Stitch Fix box arrives. I’m always excited to discover what…
Disclosure: Megan’s weight loss program was gifted, however, her weight loss journey is her own! 30 Day Results: 11.2 pounds; 17 inches I think…
Many moms are convinced they don’t spend enough time with their kids.
I get that because I often feel the exact same way.
I adore my small wardrobe. I have less stress, more outfits that work and less clutter in my closet. My seven-year-old daughter however needs help. At times, it seems like a small bomb exploded in her room, strewing clothing everywhere. Here’s how I helped my tween pare down her wardrobe and how she found pieces for her new clothing collection.
This post contains affiliate links to Amazon.com products that I find helpful in painting my nails. I used to have horrible nails. Streaky and clumpy……
Wondering how you’re supposed to get stuff done when you have kids? What about when you don’t feel like doing anything? These four practical tips will have you of the couch and getting things done.
“I’m the worst mom”
I’ve told myself this more than once.
Yesterday, I was on the phone with my mom.
On the road to a Girl Scout leader’s meeting, I complained to her about a fight I had earlier in the day when I said, “I just feel like I’m failing all the time.”
“No,” my mom told me, “You’re not failing all the time. Look how much you do.”
Your healthier ways are paying off!! Go you!! But now, you have no idea what to wear before you reach your goal weight. Here are 6 tips to use during the weight loss transition that will help you feel confident and fantastic!
Where in the world do you find cute tween outfits without spending a ton time or money? Kidpik may be your answer.
Being a mom is hard work. We’re usually running from drop-off to pick-up and catching all the errands in between. Yoga pants just seem like the easiest thing. But, wait! What if I told you that fashion doesn’t have to be uncomfortable and that it is easy to feel good about what you wear. You need to find an Evereve!
Need to get away? Portland is a mecca of beautiful scenery, droolworthy food and tons to do!
Have you always wanted to have a small wardrobe but have no idea how? This post will show you how to create a minimalist wardrobe, tips to get rid of clothes and how to find your style. Never stress over what to wear again with this capsule wardrobe idea!
Are you a stay at home (or work at home) mom that wants so desperately to escape the sweat pants? You want a small wardrobe, but you have no clue how to put enough casual outfits together. Here’s help.
When you have kids and are a professional, you need a winter small wardrobe that does double duty.
I used to get really stressed out at the thought of everything I had to buy to straddle these two lives. I want to look professional in my work, but I also don’t want to look like a bum on the weekends.
What to do?
You make sure you have these in your closet.
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No one wants to talk about embarrassing health issues. I’ve put off writing this post for so long, because it’s well… uncomfortable to talk about in SO many ways.
But, when I had all these symptoms, I lay in bed while my husband and kids slept, looking for posts like this on my phone. And I couldn’t find anything that addressed it.
So here goes… and as a heads up, yup, I’m going to talk about poop.