I love soup, especially in this cold weather, but I never know if I'm choosing a healthy option. Should I stay away from soups with words like "bisque" or "cream of.."? What are some of your favorite soups? Soups can be tricky because we often think of soup as being a "light" and "healthier" option and sometimes that just is not the case. You want to either check the ingredient label or ask the … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2018
My Weekly Grocery List
There are two types of people...people who view grocery shopping as an annoying errand and would prefer to have it delivered to their house and there are people like me. Whole Foods is like my version of Disneyland...I'm a kid in a candy store...my happy place... you get the picture. I could spend an hour plus going up and down every.single.aisle. taking my sweet precious time making sure I got … [Read more...]
Top Easter Picks Under $100+Something Personal
dress: Leith (on sale for $33) | cardigan: Leith (on sale for $45) It's officially Spring and Easter is right around the corner so I thought I'd share my top Easter dresses/jumpsuits under $100. I recently found myself on ASOS website and they've stepped up their game and their price point can't be beat. However, I also linked some options from ol' faithful: Nordstrom and Revolve. These outfits … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
You linked some dresses and jumpsuits for a boat party but can you give me some more casual options? Yes, so many cute options right now and all at really good price points. This Leith jumpsuit is really feminine and this Madewell is brand new and SO cute (WANT!). If you want something more casual for daytime, this Loft romper is under $100 and could be paired with a cute jean jacket or Leith … [Read more...]
5 Ways I Stay Motivated to Workout
Fitness is my jam and always has been. I've been super active my whole life and played D1 soccer in college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Once my soccer career ended and I didn't have mandatory workouts, games, and practices I had to really take it upon myself to be accountable for my fitness. I've continued to make working out a huge priority in my life not only for my physical health, but it … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bites
You guys know I have a sweet tooth and when I made my husband those real deal chocolate chip cookies a few weeks ago for his birthday I probably ate like 5 cookies worth of dough in the process...and it got me thinking. I wonder if there is a way to make healthier cookie dough that also won't put me at risk for salmonella if I eat it raw. Bam! Ingredients 2 scoops Vital Proteins … [Read more...]
My Sleep Training Experience: A Version of Cry It Out
Sleep training. I'm afraid to even say those two little words because of how much controversy and opinion it stirs up. However, over the past 3 years I have received countless emails and texts from friends asking about my sleep training experience and how I got my kids to sleep from 6:30 pm-6:30 am by the time they were 4 months old. I wish I could say that I sleep trained my babies without … [Read more...]
Happy Hour
This week flew by and with daylight savings, we just can't quite get our bearings. Oh, and waking up early for workouts. Not. Happening (at least for Heather) ;) But Seattle temps are rising and the extra sunlight in the afternoon is SO NEEDED, especially with the kids. We can already feel a shift in our energy and mood: sun=happiness! And it's Friday.. PRAISE! Time for happy hour :) What are … [Read more...]
Sugar Talk Part II: Artificial Sweeteners, Sugar Alcohols & More…
Last week I discussed natural vs. added sugar (unrefined and refined) read it here if you missed it. Today I felt it was important to also define artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols. As consumers continue to be more aware of their sugar intake, the popularity of sugar substitutes continue to rise as well. Folks trying to avoid the extra caloric intake and/or hormonal response associated … [Read more...]
How to Conquer NYC in 3 Days
Outfit deets: hat | sunglasses | tee | coat | leggings | shoes | bag I am currently on a plane home from Boston and I can't wait to see my two boys-but damn, what a fun trip Britt and I had. We spent three nights in NYC and three nights in Boston and it was glorious. We haven't traveled together since before Jackson was born and it was such a good reminder why we chose each other in the first … [Read more...]
