I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Folgers. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. These days, waking up ready to tackle the day doesn’t happen easily. Growing up, a bowl of my beloved Golden Grahams or the smell of pancakes and syrup helped me take on the day, but as an adult (and mama), I definitely need something stronger. For me- that’s coffee. I wake up around 6 am Read More
Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Granola
I recently whipped up a batch of pumpkin spice chocolate granola. Sweet, spiced with fall flavors and super delicious! Perfect mixed in with yogurt for breakfast, or on its own for a snack. YUM! I picked up the chalkboard top jars from Target in their dollar section and gave these as gifts to neighbors, friends and family. The recipe fills 3 small jars and 2 regular mason jars, FYI. Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Granola (recipe adapted from Iowa Girl Eats) makes 4-1/2 Read More
Hero 10k (and Other Races Post-Baby)
This past weekend, I raced in the Hero 10k at the gorgeous Indiana Dunes State Park back home where I grew up. This was actually the 4th race I’ve done post-baby. The others were: 5k over 4th of July in Tomahawk, WI (24:44)- didn’t bring Bryce- he stayed with his grandparents! 10k in August in Gurnee, IL (50:20, 2nd place AG)- early race, so Bryce stayed home with Daddy! My first evening 5k in September in Pleasant Prairie, WI (24:09, 3rd place AG)- first race with Bryce as Read More
Weight Watchers Check In, Tips, Recipes #3
Dress: J. Crew Factory, sold out [option, option, option, option] Shoes: Naturalizer via Savers [option] Got this scalloped edge dress on super clearance. So classic and can be layered in lots of ways, which I’m a fan of. Can’t go wrong with a plain navy dress, right?! It’s been yet another month since my last Weight Watchers check in. Using this space as a means to stay accountable, so wanted to share an update now that it’s been 3 months on good ol WW. Sooo…overall, I am Read More
Healthy Living Tips for New Moms + Giveaway
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SipandBeFit #CollectiveBias As a new mom, it can be really hard to take care of yourself with a little one becoming the center of your world. But it’s so important to make sure you are taking care of yourself so you can take care of your baby! So, here are my tried-and-true healthy living tips for new moms: 1. Hydrate. Definitely first on the list. Hydrating when you are Read More
Weight Watchers Check In + Tips
Necklace: Kate Spade [exact] Vest: J. Crew Factory [option, option, option] Dress: Old Navy, out of stock [option, option] Sandals: Tommy Hilfiger via TJ Maxx [exact] Well, it’s been about another month since my last Weight Watchers check in so figured it was time for another update (not trying to be vain, just want to hold myself accountable here.) As of now, after 10 weeks on WW, I am down 17.8 pounds- YES! I am officially back at my pre-pregnancy weight, although I would like to Read More
Easy Breakfast with Quaker Real Medley Yogurt Cups
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #QuakerRealMedleys #CollectiveBias I’m always on the lookout for quick and tasty breakfasts. And if there are no dishes, it’s even better. Enter Quaker® Real Medleys® Yogurt Cups. Crunchy. Cool. Yum. This new product come in three flavors: Strawberry Almond, Apple Cinnamon and Raspberry Pecan. My local Walmart carried two of the three in the ready-to-eat cereal aisle, so I Read More
Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe + Protein Powder Recipe Roundup
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PowerInProtein #CollectiveBias Taking care of a 14 week old baby while training for a half marathon takes a LOT of energy. Needless to say, I am hungry all.the.time. Between exclusively pumping six times a day for Bryce and getting in my workouts, I need nutritious options that keep me fueled. Often times, I don’t have the luxury of preparing something that takes forever to make OR Read More