Remember how I said I was going to meditate every day in December? I did it! Ok, I did it every day but one. The dilio was, I felt like I was going a little crazy, so I told Dan I thought this was a post-partum-y kind of deal and maybe I ought to schedule an … Continue reading Inner Peace with a Side of Guilt
Category: post-partum
Race Report: Monster Dash 5k
Last weekend Dan and I ran the Louisville Monster Dash 5K. I was nervous and excited to see where my fitness was, as this was my first race since Lady Bug was born in June. Dan and I spent more time trash talking each other in advance of this race than we actually spent running … Continue reading Race Report: Monster Dash 5k
It Gets Easier
I overheard the only dad in Sweet Pea's swim lesson mention something about a baby at home in between blowing bubbles and practicing reaching and pulling. "We have a baby at home too." I offered. "How old?" he asked. "Four months. What about you?" "Three days." I smiled and offered congratulations. "Does it get easier?" … Continue reading It Gets Easier
Workout Wednesday Vol. 3: Postpartum Running
Welcome back to Workout Wednesday! Here is a reader question on a topic that is near and dear to my heart, especially right now, as I recently had a baby- postpartum running. Q: When is a good time to start running after having a baby? A: The short answer is, whenever your doctor or midwife clears … Continue reading Workout Wednesday Vol. 3: Postpartum Running
The Bizarro World Golden Rule
Yesterday morning I set my alarm for 6am. All I wanted was an hour or so to myself before people would start needing me. (Although who are we kidding, I'm on call 24/7. Or my breasts are, anyway, with a newborn in the mix). The baby was up at 4:45 to nurse. When I put … Continue reading The Bizarro World Golden Rule
