Happy Hour

Alix- can you share your “healthified” strawberry shortcake recipe from Instagram stories on Father’s Day?

Here is the recipe and it was SO good (and easy) to make. I used this dairy free whip and topped with fresh strawberries. I will be making all summer long.

I want to learn more about how to sync your workouts with your cycle.. I think I saw something on your stories about this. Can you do a whole post on it or give me some more background here?

Basically during your follicular phase (pre-ovulation) is when energy is the highest and you should be doing all the cardio, HIIT, intense yoga, whatever your jam is because this is the time you can burn fat and build lean muscle- word! Post ovulation (luteal and menstruation phase) is the time to do less high intensity workouts and more low impact and restorative workouts. Ultimately listen to your body and adjust your workout so you don’t add extra stress to your body.

I just ordered this book which explains it more about it and also foods you should be eating during different cycles- I find this very interesting! I can definitely do a post once I learn more and continue to incorporate it into my routine!

What were the most recent podcasts you listened to about hormones and fertility?

I listened to episode 27 of the Be Well by Kelly podcast interviewing Dr. Anna Cabeca and the Rachl Mansfield podcast episodes 20 and 21 with Alisa Vitti. I also listened to Dr. Anna Cabeca on the Intermittent Fasting Podcast talking about hormone health (although I’ve stopped IF since discovering it can be harmful for women in their reproductive years even though this podcast disagrees). Those were all very informative. Let me know if you’ve listened to a good podcast lately you think we would like!

I need a few cover up dresses for the summer.. any recent finds?

Do you think Anine Bing shirts and sweatshirts are worth the price? If so, why?

We love our Anine Bing pieces and have since invested in a few t-shirts and sweatshirts. The quality of her stuff can’t be beat.. her tees are thick and LAST. We know we will have them for years and years to come!

Have either of you tried a “running romper”? I’ve seen these and wondered if they are comfortable to run in?

I’m not running right now or I would 100% jump on this trend because I think they are adorable! They could also work as a cute bathing suit cover up- I saw another blogger running in this one and might get it just to wear around this summer! They are tough to find in stock right now, but this or this romper look like other cute options. I wouldn’t run in this, but this Beyond Yoga romper looks so comfortable.

What is the best bra insert to help enhance what I have without looking over the top and works with a wedding dress? I want more than nipple coverage…I need a little enhancement as well 😉 I have been looking at these. Can you link a few other options?

We might not be any help here because Heather didn’t wear anything in her wedding dress and my (Alix) dress was so tight I only wore something like this. Ideally, it might be best to work with a seamstress and have her sew something in. These might be another good option that get good reviews. I would buy a few of them and test them out beforehand to make sure they fit right and you can’t see lines or something once your dress is fitted and zipped up! Good luck!

I need a cute sweater for the 4th ASAP! Maybe something from Amazon that can get here quick?!

Yes! Obsessed with this one that comes in a range of color options from red and white to navy and white!

Wondering if you had any recommendations for a portable toddler bed? My 18month old sleeps in her crib (lowest setting) but we have some family visiting that involve overnights coming up. Any recs?

My friend just ordered this inflatable toddler bed for Quinn when we visit next and it looks awesome! This option looks like it would work well and is super cute or this may be another good option.

Do you know of any “healthier” tampons I could be using…something more natural?

I use these tampons that do not have an applicator (less waste, but a little more effort 😉 I like this company- they use 100% organic cotton, free from all the chemicals, fragrance, parabens, chlorine, etc. that you don’t want inside you! You can also see what other brands Thrive Market sells because I trust what they sell.

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xx, A&H