Mundia 32 weeks pregnant from Instagram @A FitterHappierYou.
This months’ bellyfabulous woman is Mundia from the inspirational instagram account @afitterhappieryou. ” A Mummy to be, who enjoys good food & working out. Hoping to inspire & motivate along the way to a fitter, happier and healthier lifestyle. “ Mundia’s Bellyfabulous Tips : How many weeks pregnant are you ? 32 weeks Why is…
Read MorePelvic Girdle Pain, Pubic Pain & Pelvic Instability in Pregnancy – SIJ, SPD, PGP
Many women become pregnant and think the only exercise they can do is walking. Unfortunately excessive walking can trigger a very uncomfortable condition called SPD – symphysis pubis dysfunction or pelvic pain, pelvic instability or pelvic girdle pain. You can’t STRETCH your way out of pelvic pain ! Often pelvic pain is dismissed as lower…
Read MoreFudgy Chocolate Banana Muffins.
Most Fridays or Sunday’s I make some lunch box / after school snacks for my kids for the following week. I try to chose options that are “taste like treats” but have a much greater nutritional value than something straight out of a packet. These Fudgy Choc Banana Muffins are not only great for the…
Read MoreCan I lift weights during pregnancy?
I often get asked “Can I lift weights during pregnancy ? “ The answer : YES you can and if you have been lifting weights pre-conception there is no need to lower the weight straight away. And YES, lifting weights is good for you. It just needs to be done sensibly and preferably under the guidance…
Read MoreWhat does a Doula do during pregnancy and postpartum ?
I was lucky to chat with a doula and midwife with over 30 years experience – Cheryl Sheriff from Ideal Birth. I had never met Cheryl before, yet I immediately felt a wonderful connection with her, and as a mother myself appreciated her wealth of knowledge on birth and babies. Cheryl has spent over a decade…
Read More1 pan meal : Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Cauliflower & Lamb – gluten free
I am all for an easy and nutritious meal that can be made in 1 pan. This is one of my favourites : Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Cauliflower and Lamb cutlets. Yep I said brussel sprouts and… YES my kids loved it, I am sure this recipe will change your perception of this little under-rated vegetable too …
Read MoreSocial Media – the power of the unrealistic celebrity.
Today instagram released VIDEO posts. Justin Bieber this weekend became the first Video Instagram user to earn 1 million Likes on a very simple shirtless video post. I admit I am a “Bieliber” – the boy is kinda cute and hard to resist especially as my eldest son is a big fan of hip hop…
Read More10 Tips for POSTPARTUM fat loss – post natal
As a Mum to 3 kids I understand that post-pregnancy there is a tonne of confusing advice about fat loss, how to eat and where and how to exercise. As a postnatal trainer I constantly hear things such as…. “Have you tried the Dukan diet….I only eat Paleo style, Do I need to quit sugar…What…
Read MoreHealthy Chocolate Mug Cake.
This chocolate mug cake is a great little snack if you are craving something sweet .. It actually works brilliantly for breakfast. Yes that’s right – I love cake for breakfast ! It’s grain free, gluten free and cane sugar free Chocolate Mug Cake 2 tbs protein powder try the “no nasties” protein powder from…
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