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I can’t believe that my little ladies started pre-school! Does anyone else miss their summer routines of sleeping in, ice cream trucks, mountain visits and late night park plays? I love having all of my babies at home during the…

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EATING FOR TWO: TWICE AS SMART, NOT TWICE AS MUCH

September 18, 2017

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So you’re pregnant…Yay!! Many women hear this and think, great, I can eat whatever I want…I am eating for two! Sorry ladies, but pregnancy is a time in your life where being mindful of what you are eating is most…

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TOTS N’ SQUATS: MY PASSION, MY GOALS, MY MISSION

September 11, 2017

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To My Incredible Ladies, I am so unbelievably excited to be re-lauching my blog and business with a new site, new look, new content and new workouts with my twins and my little man on the way! 🙂 My Passion:…

WHY WAIT FOR A NEW YEAR?

December 20, 2016

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Our biggest factor that contributes to failing at fitness is OVERTHINKING IT! We think that we need the perfect day to start (usually a Monday or the 1st of January) The perfect workout outfit that doesn’t make us look fat…

A MOTHER’S JOB…

November 8, 2016

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Being a Mother is difficult yet, one of the most rewarding jobs one can have. The pressure of molding and shaping these young people can be overwhelming, stressful and worrisome at times! This past summer, I joined my family for…

HOLY HORMONES!

May 21, 2016

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Ups, downs, twists, turns! As women, our hormones can take us on a crazy roller coaster ride! Especially during and post pregnancy! I am a pretty emotional person as it is…add a couple of buns in my oven and this…

REFUEL YOUR SOUL

May 11, 2016

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Do you ever have days where you feel like you have lost a bit of your soul? Feel like you are completely just going through the motions of day-to-day life and wondering why you are not “happy and blissful” when…

HOW TO BECOME A SUPERMODEL

March 22, 2016

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Sorry, I have zero advice for becoming “that” kind of supermodel! 😉 But I can offer you a few tips on how to become the best kind of “super” model…the supermodel of health! As my girls get closer to two,…

LOVING YOUR BODY AFTER BABY

March 16, 2016

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I have been in a battle with my body most of my life. If only I could lose 5 more pounds, grow taller, tone this, tighten that, tweak this, be more athletic, have clearer more radiant skin, would I then…

TEENIE WEENIE YOGINI

February 9, 2016

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Hi Mommas, Meet Megan! Not only is Megan an incredible Yoga Instructor, she is a Super Momma to two adorable girls; Londyn, 2 and newborn Karssen! This Mom does it all from inspiring women to live a healthy and balanced…

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YOGA-HHHH

January 26, 2016

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When I was younger and before having kids, I never fully bought into the whole “yoga craze!” I never understood why someone would spend an hour holding poses, meditating and just breathing when they could have an insane workout, sweat…

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WRAP WHAT YOU LOVE

January 20, 2016

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Even though my little girls are no longer babies, I still love keeping them close to my heart, literally. The Wrapy is one of my favorite baby wraps that is versatile, holds baby weight from newborn – 35lbs, is very comfortable…

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SET THE EXAMPLE…THEY’RE ALWAYS WATCHING

December 17, 2015

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Hi Ladies, Are you aware of your actions and behaviors? Are you conscious of your habits both good and bad? “Lead by example” has really hit home for me as I find my daughters starting to literally mimic what Mommy…

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BABY STEPS TO ULTIMATE HEALTH

November 26, 2015

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Photo by: Aja Kichula In a society obsessed with quick fixes, fad diets, weight loss pills and juice cleanses, it can be confusing and a challenge to find accurate and safe information! Making a lifestyle change can seem daunting…especially if…

MOTHER NATURE’S VITAMINS

November 13, 2015

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I spent an amazing semester abroad “studying” 😉 in Fremantle, Australia. As part of our Australian History course, my classmates and I spent a week in the outback living with the Aboriginal people of Broom. I was in complete awe…

WHAT’S YOUR BALANCE?

November 10, 2015

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Wearing ASICS Women’s Low Cut Short in Pink Glo! Life works best with balance! It can be challenging finding that balance when becoming a new Mother! Let’s accept this, love the chaos and work on our balance act! Tips for…

LOSE BABY WEIGHT WITH BABY WEIGHT

October 13, 2015

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Who needs a gym when you have your very own squishy, cuddly and adorable piece of equipment?! New Mom’s know first hand that life is busy once the baby arrives! With limited sleep, multiple feedings and trying to adjust to…

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DOWNWARD DOG IT FOR FERTILITY

October 7, 2015

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Namaste Ladies, Trying to conceive is an exciting time! However, it can also be a very stressful time for a woman…especially when things don’t go as smoothly as planned. Stress is very counter productive when trying to plant the…

SLEEPING BEAUTY IS NOT A FAIRYTALE

October 2, 2015

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There absolutely is some truth to “beauty sleep!” I know that I am definitely not a “beauty” when I don’t get my sleep! Sleep deprivation is a given when becoming a new Mother. Feedings every 2 hours during the night, colicky babies, new…

“FALL” IN LOVE WITH HEALTHY BAKING

September 30, 2015

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Crisp cool mornings. Exquisite reds, yellows and oranges. The delicious earthy smell. Fall is here and it is one of my favorite times of year. With fall comes baking! Enjoy the tastes of autumn in a guilt-free way. Apple Carrot…

START YOUR DAY ON THE RIGHT NOTE!

September 25, 2015

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Video Here! By: Marin McCue I am a huge believer in the power of a morning routine. What I have learned along the way is the importance of variety and allowing yourself to evolve. Each day looks different. Each day…

GET OUT AND MOVE!

September 22, 2015

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Wearing: Asics Cleo Pop Tunic in Cool Mint Hi Ladies, I apologize for the radio silence… This Momma needed a good “time out!” However, it is in these times of stress and feeling like we are about to break that…

MOTIVATION MATTERS – What motivates you to be your best?

August 17, 2015

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Wearing: ASICS Cleo Pop Double Tank – get it HERE What motivates you to be your best? A simple question, yet difficult to answer, in my opinion. I feel very lucky to be able to stay home and take care…

BALANCE YOUR pH…BE YOUR BEST YOU!

August 4, 2015

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Hi Ladies! I was never a chemistry whiz in high school however I do know a thing or two about the importance of balancing your bodies’ pH to optimize health! The pH scale is a scale from 0.0 (very acidic)…

COFFEE CRAZED?

July 28, 2015

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Coffee Crazed? Me too! However, I am trying to nix the caffeine and reach for hot water and lemon instead! Caffeine Concerns: Caffeine is particularly taxing on our liver Too much caffeine can over tax the liver and slow down…

BREAKFAST OF SUPER BABES…MOM INCLUDED!

July 14, 2015

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I feel like my babies have become “little people” over night! Very busy “little people,” mind you…No more laying on their backs under their activity sets! These ladies are getting into anything and everything! My gals are on the move…

THE NECESSITY OF NATURE

July 10, 2015

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Crisp summer morning air. Smell of fresh poplars. Warm orange sun spot lighting the mountains. Light breeze whispering through the trees. Birds singing their morning lullubys. Bragg Creek, Alberta is home to me and brings back many fond memories of…

SOPHIE’S INTERVAL WORKOUT

July 2, 2015

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Howdy Mommas and Mommas to be! Back in Cow Town and ready for the Calgary Stampede! With beer gardens and deep-fried everything on a stick just around the corner, I must compensate with a quick workout to lessen the guilt!…

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ORAL HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY

June 10, 2015

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Why Is My Oral Health So Important During Pregnancy? By: Sima Uppal B.A, R.D.H “More than 75% of the population experiences gingivitis at some level” [Colgate-Palmolive Company 2009]. There are many forms of periodontal disease (commonly called “gum disease”); Gingivitis being the mildest form….

STROLLER SUCKERS

June 1, 2015

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It is heating up here in Houston and June has only begun! With summer just around the corner, I need to keep my babes’ bellies full and their bodies cool on our walks! I love Munchkin’s “Fresh Food Feeders!” These…

TOP MOMMY BLOG :)

May 29, 2015

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Hello Ladies, I am thrilled to announce that Tots N’ Squats has received the “stamp of approval” from Top Mommy Blogs! I am beyond excited about this opportunity to continue growing, inspiring, motivating and educating more Mommas and Tots! If you are…

RECONNECTING TO YOUR CORE

May 27, 2015

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We all have our perfect “birth plan” in mind when we go in for delivery. But when things don’t go as planned, we must accept this and be grateful for a healthy baby! Both vaginal and caesarean births take a…

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MOTIVATION MONDAY: MEET MARIN

May 18, 2015

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Hi Mommas and MTB. I have been in contact with an amazing woman from my past, Marin McCue. I think it is crucial to continue growing, dreaming, challenging and bettering oneself, especially after becoming a Mother. Marin has been such…

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LAURA’S TOOL OF THE WEEK

April 22, 2015

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“Stop and smell the roses…” This age old saying may be more beneficial than we think! Anxiety is when one has too much fear and worry. Many people have “generalized anxiety” where they worry and stress about anything and everything,…

CUT THE CRAP LADIES…PLEASE!

April 20, 2015

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Whether you are trying to conceive, pregnant or are already a Mother, it is time to “cut the CRAP!” Filling your tank with CRAP could possibly affect: Your fertility Your growing fetus Your sleeping patterns Postpartum weight loss Postpartum depression You…

FIND YOUR INNER KID!

April 17, 2015

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Happy Friday Ladies! Get out there and find you inner kid! Last weekend, my sister-in-law Janelle and I ran the Insane Inflatable 5K in San Antonio, Texas! A race consisting of gigantic “bouncy house” obstacle courses! I felt like I…

KEEP MOVING MOMMAS TO BE!

April 15, 2015

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Hello beautiful Mommas to be! I have many girlfriends who are nearing the end of their pregnancy and have asked me how I found the motivation to keep moving! I know that pregnancy can be taxing on the body, leaving…

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WHAT DID LAURA PUT IN OUR TOOLBOX THIS WEEK?

April 13, 2015

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Happy Monday lovely Mommas! I am sure that I am not alone when I say that I can be my own worst enemy! That little voice in my head, picking myself apart and saying the worst things about myself! Why…

MEET LAURA

April 7, 2015

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Hi Ladies. One of the many wonderful aspects of blogging is connecting with people from the past. I feel so incredibly lucky to have connected with Laura – we went to college together in Minnesota, but unfortunately, our paths never…

BREAKFAST FOR 2?

April 6, 2015

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My mornings are busy getting the girls up, dressed, bottled, fed, read to and played with. Before I know it, it is 11am and I have not even had breakfast myself! We all know that breakfast is a very important…

IF YOU WANT THAT COOKIE YOU’RE GOING TO HAVE TO WORK FOR IT!

April 2, 2015

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I believe that rewarding yourself is important. Completely denying yourself of something will only make you want it more and will likely lead to overindulgence. I especially love treats that taste completely sinful, yet are surprisingly healthy! Takes a bit…

DANIELLE’S FLAWLESS FACE IN 5!

March 31, 2015

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Hi Mommas! Meet our amazing make-up artist, Danielle Hanson! Danielle has worked as a makeup artist on Steven Spielberg movies, Nike commercials and is currently a makeup artist on the hit television series, “Heartland” and the Golden Globe winning television…

HOW IS IT ALREADY BATHING SUIT SEASON?!

March 27, 2015

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I know how you feel, Sophie, especially after housing you two peanuts! Putting on that itty bitty bikini seems a tad daunting! Circuits are my favorite way to get the most out of my workouts! They torch calories and tone…

HAPPY HAPPINESS DAY! :)

March 20, 2015

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It just so happens that this Friday is “International Day of Happiness!” 🙂 Happiness is one human desire that we all have in common. The pursuit of happiness has no borders, no backgrounds and no cultural barriers. No matter who…

WHINE TIME? WINE TIME!

March 18, 2015

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If our babes can whine, then heck, so can we! 😉 Bonjour Momma’s! Living in France changed me in many incredible ways. It gave me an appreciation and a new found love for amazing culture, food, family life, travel, architecture,…

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MOMMY MATTERS

March 9, 2015

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Mommy Matters. The title says it all. Hello Ladies and welcome to Mommy Matters! I am so excited to launch this new section of my blog! As a new Mother, I have come to learn that it is crucial to…

THE REC CHECK

March 4, 2015