Sweeping Through Life

A few weeks ago I posted about how the doctor wanted me to increase Miss G activities. Over the last few weeks, Miss G has been riding her bike in the evening or I have been going to the gym to workout where she can go the kids gym and run and play and participate in large motor activities. I know that with the milder weather that we have been having that her class has been going outside for at least one time a day to play. She seems to like all the activities and even ask if we are going to the gym or if she can ride her bike when she gets home. In addition to the increased activities I have pulled out one of her old plates that had the dividers sections in to assist with portion sizes for her. She currently is signed up for swimming and dance. When I stated that to the doctor, she stated that I needed to look for another activities. Well  I have. I have her signed up for soccer. We will see how this goes. I think she thinks that she is going to play like the people she has se...

Last week I took Miss G. to her 4 year old check up and her over all health is good. The doctor did express some concerns about the amount of weight she gained over the last year.I will say that my first reach was, is this doctor labeling this African American child. Then I regrouped, due the working relationship that I have with her pediatrician and the care that she given to her over the years. The doctor also stated that she was tall as a 6 year but she weight as much as a 8 year old, so she could not really tell if the weight was a concern or not. She got me all confused. Now I am supposed to watch her carb intake and give her more fruits and veggies, which she already loves, last year it was how much milk intake she was getting. It is so frustrating. Miss G goes through periods of time when she is a little puffy to when she has a huge growth period and really lean. Now since that visit, I have been limiting her snacks, which tend to be high in carbs and balance them more out oth...

    My name is Dana and I am addicted to my Fitbit. I can honestly say that it has changed my life. I am walking to the farthest printer at work, parking farther at the grocery store,  feel bad if I do not workout that day and tracking my sleep. I find myself looking at other peoples arms to see if they have a Fitbit or if I notice that they have one and I know  them I immediately add them to my friends list. I tend to be in several Fitbit challenges a day  and week, I find them motivating. This little thing has helped me become more aware about myself and my daily needs to continue with my healthier lifestyle. Are you a Fitbitian? Or do you use something else?

With me exercising more and changing my eating habits, I am always looking for more healthier ways to satisfy my sweet tooth. I found these on Pintrest, I am obsessed,  and want to share so check  them out.  They seem like they would be great for summer or if you just want some sweet. http://www.theslowroasteditalian.com/2012/06/blueberry-vanilla-yogurt-popsicles.html