Week 13

We are closing out week 13 this Friday and I cannot believe the boost in my energy levels.  This weekend has been one of the best week as far a feeling a little more like myself.
After a massive Cleaning Spree my dog's are a little scared of me but my house is absolutely spotless, thanks to me putting my foot down and keeping my two 90lbs Lab's out of the main living and bedroom area (sorry Nash and Daisy)....

I wanted to share with you my cleaning tip this week.  Harsh Chemicals are found in almost every household cleaning product, so I chose to make my own household cleaner and used it for literally everything in my house from the baseboards to the furniture.
I mixed 1 gallon of warm water  $ free
            3 tbsp Dr. Bronner Pure-Castile Lavender liquid soap approx $13-$15 for 32oz
            2 tbsp white vinegar $ Cheap
You can find Dr Bronners soaps at Whole Foods and Good Foods Co-op
Dr Bronner Website Click here

Coming up: 15 week 3-d Ultra Sound!!!!!

Week 12

 What has my first Trimester taught me.....?
Although I cannot complain too much, my first trimester was full of adjustments and realizations for me.  I have learned to look for simple pleasures throughout my day.  I would like to share with you a few simple finds that have made my first trimester enjoyable.

1. I love coffee, however caffeine is frowned upon. I found a little jem of a coffee shop who makes Iced Decaf Coffee!!! Third Street Cafe located on the corner of N. Limestone and 3rd St. Ask for Hendrix

2. Reclining Queen's Pose. A restorative pose for relaxing and regaining energy. My Fav after a long day on my feet of a lengthey car ride to see my inlaws.

3. Good Foods Co-op! My appetite has been coming and going these past few weeks.  What I love about  Good Foods Co-Op is the variety of healthy items they offer.  You can pile on the veggie's and fruit or sometimes my plate can be full of brussel sprouts and cantaloupe????....(prego craving) You can pick and choose what items your body needs and feel good about what you are putting in it!

Week 11

This weeks doctors vist went well, we got a chance to hear the baby's heart beat from outside the belly it was a reall treat! 160 HB

Feeling a little irregular.... Try this yoga pose to help ease digestive discomfort.
Spinal Twisting while expecting should be done softly and with our strain.
Option 1. Lying on your back, bend your knee and put feet flat on floor.  Begin to move the knees back and forth like windshield wipers. Repeat 4x, carefully sit up and repeat if necessary.
Its important when spinal twisting to move to the RIGHT first, this follows the flow of our colen. Lowering the knee's to the floor should be done by experienced Yogi's

Week 10

So we are now at week 10! Fatigue has set in big time, my yoga practice has taught me this week that less is more.  Does 2pm feel like 2am? Has nap time become your favorite part of your day?

To help deal with my fatigue during yoga classes I have made the decision to allow myself to verbally teach class rather then physically leading.  This took a while for me to finally admit, but once I made the decision to walk around during the most intense part of my class I felt a sense of relief and energy.

GYN update/ Had a 3D ultra sound which was Awesome!!!! everything looked great Heart Beat 180.
Complaint of the month: TMJ???