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How to Chill – One Mother’s Guide

How to Chill – One Mother’s Guide

Like most mothers, I often wonder how AE and LM will one day describe me. Being the goal-setter that I am, I maintain a vision statement of sorts, a list of a few things I hope they will say about my mothering. Remembering these ideals helps me intentionally work toward them in my day-to-day routines. One of statements I’d love to someday hear from their lips is, "Mom was able to stay cool, even when things got hot." That is my goal, but I often feel myself heating up. Then the unhelpful self-talk…Read more
Tuesday Baby Link Up {Week 17}

Tuesday Baby Link Up {Week 17}

Last week was a bit of a technological fail in this little corner of the internet! BUT, two women I adore gave birth to THREE babies (one set of twins!) last week. So, it was a pretty awesome week! I'm excited to see all of your baby posts this week! The Tuesday Baby Link Up   Grab the Badge Your Hosts Shannon at GrowingSlower Jennifer at Every Breath I Take Charise at I Thought I Knew Mama Christine at African Babies Don't Cry Featured Post I absolutely loved this post shared by Rachel at Intoxicated on…Read more

VBAC Birth: A Guide to Overcoming Opposition

I am honored to be guest posting at my friend Shannon's blog, Growing Slower, on a subject that I became an expert on last summer. My Little Man came into this world in the most beautiful birth six months ago. While my labor and delivery were marked by an amazing peace, the journey to my VBAC was anything but peaceful. I have never fought so hard for something in my life. Thankfully, my husband and doula were a constant stream of support and encouragement. I'm so grateful Shannon invited me to share some of that…Read more
Yoga 411…How Often Should I Practice?

Yoga 411…How Often Should I Practice?

I’m happy to kick off a new series today entitled Yoga 411. I will be answering the most  common questions I receive about the practice of yoga. If you have a yoga question you’d like me to answer, comment below or email it to jennifer@everybreathitake.com.    Countless studies have shown the benefits of a regular yoga practice. Most people report an improvement in their well being after just a few minutes of even very basic yoga poses. But, people often wonder... How frequently do I need to practice yoga to see benefits? There…Read more
Tuesday Baby Link Up {Week 15}

Tuesday Baby Link Up {Week 15}

As January comes to a close this week, I can't help but feel a sense of urgency. Time goes by so fast, it is so important to cherish this time with our littles. Our little community here gives me so much inspiration to do just that! Thank you for linking up! The Tuesday Baby Link Up   Grab the Badge Your Hosts Shannon at GrowingSlower Jennifer at Every Breath I Take Charise at I Thought I Knew Mama Christine at African Babies Don't Cry Featured Post Emily at Random Recycling shared this fun post about DIY…Read more