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Time to Exercise?????????
Asked by K.R. from Richmond
on September 17, 2009
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Hi all, I'm trying to figure out how other busy moms find the time to work exercise into their busy schedules. I get up every morning at 6:30 to get my older son up a...
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- You've got a 13 yr old, right? My son is 10 and his chores are: put clean dishes away from dish washer, load dirty dishes into dishwasher, help carry in/put away groc...
- I understand and I only have one child. It is VERY hard to find/make time to exercise. The only way I squeeze a workout into the equation is if my husband takes over s...
- I'm there with you! I stay home full time with only one baby and I still can't seem to get any regular exercise done! My best chance is on Saturday mornings when the h...
Help!!
Asked by D.H. from Houston
on October 24, 2006
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I am trying to lose the weight after my son was born, but am having a problem. I work 12 to 13 hours a day and by the time I get home and spend time with my son, feed...
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- I was having the same problem and am in the same situation as you. I don't exercise, but watch what I eat. Make sure you get your 64 oz of water a day. I tried eatin...
- I AM IN THE SAME BOAT!I WORK 10 HR. DAYS AND MY HUSBAND WORKS LATE, AND I HAVE 2 CHILDREN 5 & 8 AND THEY ARE SO BUSY! MORE BUSY THEN WHEN THEY WERE LITTLE !!! SO ENJO...
- D. H., In idea, for your "play-time," maybe 2-3 times per week, put your son in a stroller and you and him go outside for a walk. Maybe just a block or two to get s...
Anyone Want to Start a Weight Loss Support Group???
Asked by M.D. from Dallas
on October 5, 2007
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Hello mamas -
I know I'm not the only one with this problem, it just seems like it. My son will be one year old on Tuesday and I am still carrying around almost 30 ...
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- I think it's a great idea! I'm in! Since day one of pregnancy with my third daughter it has been a struggle both physically and mentally. She is now 1 yr old and its t...
- yes! count me in i started walking and change the way i eat and in a month i lost 10 lbs it's hard but i'm hanging in there. my e-mail : ____@____.com
- that sounds great! im having my baby this november, and i really want to get back into shape afterwards! I know I tend to make big plans and then get lazy, so it would...
4 Year Old Behavior Change
Asked by C.A. from Albany
on November 6, 2011
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My daughter has always been involved in activities and lately she's been dying to take basketball. We found a basketball program for her age group and signed her up. W...
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- Luv, She's likely hungry or thirsty without really knowing it. AND, don't mess with regressing. It's not just that it happens - it is inevitable. She's going to...
- Hi, Maybe she doesn't really need a "program" yet? Maybe she just wants a Jr.-sized ball and net, and to play with Mom and Dad? My 4 y.o. loves to throw the ball ...
- She probably just is not quite mature enough yet. We had a similar problem with our son when he was 5 (just turned 5, the summer before he started Kindergarten). He wa...
Yoga or Something Else?
Asked by M.V. from Los Angeles
on October 20, 2007
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I am a SAHM & am wanting to find a good dvd for at home yoga or pilates. My goal is to get back in shape after my son is born(any day at this piont). I've looked at Ta...
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- Hi M., I would actually get one of each :) The pilates will help stretch and lengthen your body and help tone you back into your old shape. The yoga tape will ene...
- check out restore the core. It's a class, also available on DVD that focuses on rebuilding the strength in your core (abdominals and pelvic floor) exactly what you'll ...
- Why don't you do both? Alternate days. M W F yoga and T TH pilates. I don't have any suggestions on any videos. Maybe try going on Amazon.com and check the reviews.
Favorite Products at Trader Joe's?
Asked by L.C. from Columbus
on February 18, 2008
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Hi Ladies,
I love to shop at Trader Joe's when I get the chance, but I only go there for a few items. I love their everything pretzels, soyaki sauce, and whole mea...
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Need to Lose Weight
Asked by S.B. from Augusta
on August 29, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone has taken slimquick? i want to lose 30 to 40 lbs. any suggestions?
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- My mother has a lifetime membership with Weight Watchers and it really does teach you how to eat right. Now when she finds herself gaining the weight back on, she sim...
- S., Last year I lost 33 lbs. on Weight Watchers. It is a great way to eat healthy, start exercising, and get support from others doing the same thing. I thin...
- I have recently lost 30lbs. I tried every diet pill on the market and nothing worked. What did work was changing my eating habits and working out. I went to a person...
Marriage Advice Needed Please
Asked by D.M. from New York
on September 6, 2009
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My husband and I have been having what I think is "typical" marriage problems since the birth of my son, 3 years ago. Long story short, after going back to work for a...
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- Totally understand! I am in the process of recovering from HATING my husband (again!). We have a 2.5 yr old and I never imagined how much I could hate him - but ther...
- Hi D., Sorry that you're going through this rough time and I hope that your counselor is going to be able to help you and your husband. Are you saying that if you we...
- I am right there with you! I have an 8yo, 3yo and 1 month old and just getting a shower is a chore! If my husband asks me 1 more time, "why do you need a shower?" I ma...
My 2 Yr Old Waking Every Night
Asked by H.J. from Stationed Overseas
on October 30, 2008
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Hi-I have a beautiful 2 yr old and am 5 months pregnant with our 2nd baby girl. We moved from europe in June(husband is military). My daughter was 18 months then and b...
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- HI...I am a mom of 3. 12, 11, and 7 so I have been there. #1 if you do not want her in your bed you need to keep her out. The more you let her in she thinks it is no...
- She's only two you are lucky! My four year old was doing this because we had to go back and forth to the states MANY times for a good year so he was all messed up waki...
- H., a bit late, I know but I did through all the posts and did not find our exerience: My first son's sleeping problems got so much better when we took of the front...
Want to Take Daughter to Childcare at Bally's While I Work Out
Asked by M.L. from Miami
on May 20, 2009
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I really want to make use of my gym membership at Bally's but, I am never able to because I am home with my 2 year old all day. By the time my husband gets home it is...
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- she will sense your insecurity about leaving her and it will be harder for her. Just take her there, confidently drop her off, tell her you'll be back, and walk out. D...
- I finally figured these things out by child #3... It's usually more a problem with the MOM being a worry wart than the child freaking out that they aren't with you ...
- YES! You should do it. It will be a healthy break for both of you. Start small... talk it up... she'll get to go "play with other kids". Take some favorite things ...
