Timing Your Snacks

Snacking is key to weightloss. Not only has it helped me lose 50lbs, but it keeps me from getting HANGRY (hungry/angry). Even during pregnancy, I snack almost every 2 hours to keep me full and happy. If you cant remember when to snack, try planning the night before and putting your snacks and meals into little baggies to pack with you or to stash in the fridge.

WHEN YOU EAT MATTERS!

Think of your body as a fireplace. It constantly needs wood to burn, right?

Your body is no different. It NEED calories constantly to keep running. A healthy metabolism is a fast metabolism. Keep it working overtime. Do not let yourself slip into a starvation mode by not eating enough.

Skinny Strawberry Sangria

This is a light and yummy cocktail you will be sure to enjoy without the guilt.

You will need:

-1 container fresh strawberries

-1 bottle of moscato

-1 bottle of strawberry Schnapps

Its so simple to make. Mix the whole bottle of Moscato with 1 cup of strawberry Schnapps. Add in sliced strawberries to your liking.

Stir well and chill for 3-4 hours.

Serve!

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Getting Your Baby Into a Head Down Position!

As a mom to be, one of my biggest fears is a breech baby. I do not want a C-section whatsoever because I am aiming for a natural drug free labor & delivery. However, I know things happen and the baby will come on its OWN terms (haha). But I have been talking to several different midwives who prove that there are many different exercises and movements that you can do to ensure a head down baby. These are not guaranteed by any means, but by 36 weeks, your baby should be head down. And yes, your baby can turn at anytime though during the last month it is not likely due to little room, but hey it happens.

The best things you can do to ensure a head down baby are:

• Leaning forward over a birthing ball
• Pelvic tilts
• Staying on all fours for 10-15 minutes
• Exercise
• Leaning forward during sitting
• Sleeping on your left side
• Knee chest position
• Manual turning Spinning Babies
• Sitting on the birthing ball.
• Hip circles on the birthing ball.
• Placing a cold ice pack on the head to make baby move away.
• Shining a light.
• Play music or apply heat at the hip bone.

Please remember that these are just home remedies. They may or may not work. Please consult your doctor regarding your concerns for a breech baby before trying these methods.

At 36 weeks, my baby is head down thanks to some of these tips.

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