Lately, on my runs, I've been listening to Laura Vanderkam's I Know How She Does It. In her book, she shares the habits and secrets of successful working moms and how they manage to get it all done while still creating time for family and life. I find this idea fascinating. I thought I'd have … Continue reading How to Find Time to Do It All
The other day, I picked up some weights and decided to lift my lower body. As I try to get my fitness back after baby, one key component is building my muscle mass back, because pregnancy and breastfeeding do a number on your muscle. (It's those hormones, man.) It was a tough workout, but that … Continue reading God Uses Growing Pains
I've been blessed with wonderful sisters who are gifted writers. Today my sister Anna, shares some of her struggles and some encouragement for you! Note: This post originally published on thedarlinggirls.wordpress.com Written by Anna Schaefer "I don't know about you, but I have it all figured out. I know what motherhood should look like. I … Continue reading The Mom Tool You’re Missing
If it seems like it's been a while since my last post, that's because it has been. I knew that having a fourth child would be crazy, but I don't think I was prepared for the level of crazy that my house is currently living. Life with four kiddos is B-A-N-A-N-A-S! I'm reminded of that … Continue reading Life With Four
I pray. Daily. Sometimes I pray for my husband, sometimes I pray for my kids. I'll pray for my family, friends, and country. I pray for safety, health, and protection for everyone I know and love. But you know what? I probably pray for myself more than anything. I pray for strength and courage. I … Continue reading What Happens When you Pray
I'm an information junkie. I love learning, and when I fine a topic that interests me, I have a tendency to read and research until I become a "mini expert" on the subject. And when I'm pregnant, you can bet I'm going to research and read and learn all about pregnancy, labor, and delivery. The … Continue reading 4 Books to Read for Pregnancy (And one to Skip)
I have reached the point in my pregnancy where I'm done. Try as I might to keep some perspective and be grateful, I'm simply uncomfortable and in pain. Little pleasures like eating and sleeping are no longer enjoyable. Pregnancy. Is. Hard. I worry that sharing this won't be well-received. Because I realized that there are … Continue reading How to Keep Going When it’s Hard
Back at the beginning of my second trimester, I had a bit of a scare. I experienced some cramping and a bit of spotting, which I had never had during any pregnancy. Needless to say, I was a little worried and called my doctor immediately. After an ultrasound, and a check up with my doctor, … Continue reading 4 Workouts for Pregnancy That Help Prepare for Labor
Did you miss me? Maybe don't answer that. Chances are you didn't even register that I've been silent for several months. That's ok. You're a busy person; I get it. I've been absent for a while because, basically, life happened. It does that, doesn't it? Life interrupts the best laid plans of us all, and … Continue reading It’s Been a While
It's the age-old mom question: Can we have it all? This dream of having the family, the prefect job, the great house, the relaxing vacations, the life-enriching hobbies and extra-curriculars, and intimate and meaningful relationships with our spouse and kids seems doable, doesn't it? Not to mention a clean house, home-cooked meals, and a super … Continue reading Something’s Gotta Give: A Mom’s Struggle
