tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53073844965564853712024-03-14T08:59:18.089-07:00Chauncey Hollister The Balanced MamaChauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-47482044446707849622020-10-06T07:15:00.001-07:002020-10-06T13:34:43.216-07:00Clean Hair With JOHNSON’S Kids <i><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My kids LOVE bath time at our house. I mean what is not to love? Getting to splash around and play with toys at the end of a long day sounds pretty nice to me. As their mom, I love making sure every square inch of my sweet babes are clean from head to toe, and I use the JOHNSON'S Kids Shampoo and Conditioner to make that happen.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">What I love about these Shampoos and Conditioners from JOHNSON'S Kids is there is a line for EVERY hair type. This is fantastic for me because I have 3 kids with different hair types.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Blair's hair is fine, but very long. She is also very tender headed. I LOVE the <a href="http://bit.ly/3d0Xd4D" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration: none; transition-duration: 0.25s, 0.25s, 0.25s; transition-property: color, border-color, background-color;">JOHNSON'S Kids Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner</a> for her hair type. Formulated with vitamin E and wheat bran, this shampoo gently cleanses, nourishes, and helps prevents breakage to B's rapidly growing hair. She loves the fact that it is TEAR-FREE, and I love the fact that it is a hypoallergenic shampoo that is also paraben-free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, and dye-free.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.8571px;">The boys have fairly normal hair, however it gets rather dirty and sweaty from their running around and just being boys in general during the day. For their hair needs, I choose the </span><a href="http://bit.ly/3d0Xd4D" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.8571px; text-decoration: none; transition-duration: 0.25s, 0.25s, 0.25s; transition-property: color, border-color, background-color; transition: color 0.25s, border-color 0.25s, background-color 0.25s;">Clean & Fresh Kids' Shampoo & Body Wash. </a><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.8571px;">This tear-free formula is also sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, and dye-free. I love that it is a 2-in-1 shampoo and body wash and it is great for Colt's very sensitive skin. I should also mention that it smells amazing, so my boys leave the bath smelling clean as a whistle.</span></span></div>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Baby Ultra-Hydrating Kids' Conditioner with Tear-Free Pro-Vitamin B5 and Proteins</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Ultra Hydrating Kids' Shampoo with Tear Free Proteins & Pro-Vitamin B5</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Curl-Defining Kids' Shampoo with Frizz Control Shea Butter</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Baby Curl-Defining Kids' Leave-In Conditioner with Frizz Control Shea Butter</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Baby Clean & Fresh Kids' Shampoo & Body Wash with Sulfate-, Paraben-, Phthalate-, & Dye-Free No More Tears Formula</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"> JOHNSON'S Shiny & Soft Kids' Shampoo with Softening Argan Oil</span></li>
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As a mother of three very active children, staying home during this time has not always been an easy feat. I have had to become a little more innovative when it comes to making sure my family stays healthy AND happy while being at home. Fortunately, we have our <a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/3-door-french-door/26-cu-ft--capacity-3--door-french-door-refrigerator-with-family-hub--2-0-rf265beaesr-aa/">Samsung 3-door Refrigerator with Hub 2.0</a> to help out. We have had this wonderful fridge for a little over a year now and it has been one of, if not the most used item in our house ESPECIALLY while we are staying at home- because, lets face it, these kids are ALWAYS eating. </div>
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What I love about my <a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/3-door-french-door/26-cu-ft--capacity-3--door-french-door-refrigerator-with-family-hub--2-0-rf265beaesr-aa/">Samsung 3-door Refrigerator</a> is how spacious it is. It holds A LOT of food. This is a good thing because, like I mentioned earlier, my kids eat a lot. It is my job to keep the fridge stocked with good, nutritious foods so we all can feel our best during this time. </div>
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I'm going to admit that even though I have been on top of a lot of things while staying at home, I have let my refrigerator organization go. So I am going to take you step by step on how I clean and organize my Samsung refrigerator. If you haven't cleaned your fridge out in a while, then save this post for later so you can do the same! </div>
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This is what my fridge looked like BEFORE I started taking out all of the contents in it. It's not terrible, but it definitely could use a cleaning and some light organizing. </div>
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So, the first thing I did was start taking out all of the contents of the fridge. Every single thing. Make sure your countertops are cleaned off before you start so your food and the packages aren't dirtied in the process. </div>
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Next- make sure you throw out all expired food items. I did not even have to check the expiration date on these bags of lettuce to know they were not edible. YUCK. I also checked all expiration dates on things in containers just to be safe, and sure enough I had a couple that had expired. </div>
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Next- CLEAN YO FRIDGE </div>
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I used a fragrance-free cleaner to clean mine. Make sure you get every nook and cranny possible. </div>
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Speaking of nook and crannies.. Did you know you can remove the drawers in Samsung's Refrigerators? I didn't until this very moment. You would be shocked at how much crud accumulates in these drawers. So make sure you pull these out as well to ensure they get a good cleaning. </div>
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The shelves on the Samsung Refrigerators are easily removed also. This made it easy for me to wipe them all down thoroughly. I just popped them back on once I was done. Easy peasy. </div>
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Once you are done, you can put the drawers/shelves back in their original spots and begin to ORGANIZE your food in your newly cleaned refrigerator! </div>
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Okay, here is my little dollar store organization hack for you guys. I buy these clear containers at my local dollar store for ONE DOLLAR and use them to organize my food. Its a great way to keep foods that are alike together, and it also keeps from a lot of messes happening in your fridge because these containers catch a lot of possible crumbs/spills. </div>
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I love how clean and organized these containers make my refrigerator look! </div>
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And thats it! So simple! Took me about 30 minutes to do this entire cleaning/organizing project. What do you guys think? </div>
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Now, let's talk stocking this nice and clean refrigerator. Yes, it has food in it NOW but in a few days I can guarantee you that I'll need to be restocking it. I have been relying heavily on Insta Cart these days to help ensure that I do not have to get my kids out in the grocery stores right now. I can simply choose my items I need, right there on my Samsung Refrigerator, and they are delivered to my front door that same day. Talk about convenience for this mama! </div>
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Staying healthy at home is not my only priority for the kids and myself. I also want to keep our household HAPPY at home as best I can. <a href="https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/3-door-french-door/26-cu-ft--capacity-3--door-french-door-refrigerator-with-family-hub--2-0-rf265beaesr-aa/">The Samsung 3-door Refrigerator with Hub 2.0</a> has been a great tool for us to use to boost our moods when we are in a funk.</div>
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If you know me, then you know that pictures are one of my love languages. I can upload any picture I want straight from my phone to my Samsung Refrigerator and I am able to have these memories playing on repeat all day long. Sometimes I find myself just standing in front of the fridge, not because I am hungry, but because I am caught up in looking at these wonderful memories my family has made. Instant mood booster for us. </div>
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Another thing that the kids and I do on the reg, especially when we are all in a funky mood is have DANCE PARTIES! </div>
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We crank up our favorite music and I just let the kids (and myself) get loose for a few minutes just to shake the funkiness out. Let me tell you, this works wonders! Especially for kids. They love being able to pick out music on our family hub and I love this simple way to boost our spirits during this often difficult time. </div>
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How did you like these tips? It is my goal to not only help, but to also make sure you know that you are not alone. There is no 'one size fits all' method to keeping your family healthy and happy during this time. To be honest, most of the time I feel like I am just in "survivor mode." But I have found these simple things to be of HUGE help to my family and I, especially these past couple of months. How are YOU staying healthy AND happy during this time? </div>
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<b><i><br /></i></b>Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-56436276322290246602019-11-14T06:53:00.001-08:002019-11-14T10:09:48.324-08:00Wake Up Happy With Bed Bath & Beyond<span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="font-size: large;">This post is sponsored by Bed Bath & Beyond, however all opinions are my own. </span></i></b>
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You guys all know how important sleep has become in my life this year. Towards the end of the summer, I was making all kinds of efforts to get better sleep. It wasn't until I found out my <a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/blogs/story/what-type-of-sleeper-are-you">sleep persona </a>, thanks to Bed Bath & Beyond, that I was able to hone in on what my true sleep needs were. </span></span></div>
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I learned that my sleep persona is The Overthinker. </span></span></div>
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When the lights turn off, my brain turns on. This has often led to many restless nights, even when I am plum exhausted. Can anyone else find this relatable? Fortunately, Bed Bath & Beyond has dedicated sleep solutions for my sleep persona! I have been using four of them for close to a month now, and I cannot even begin to explain how much of a difference they have made in relaxing me and creating an overall sense of calmness in my sleep space. </span></span></div>
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My <a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/therapedic-reg-weighted-cooling-blanket/5332960" style="letter-spacing: 0.1px;">Therapedic® Weighted Cooling Blanket</a><span style="background-color: white; display: inline; letter-spacing: 0.1px;"> has been one of my favorite items that were suggested for my overthinker sleep persona. I have been resisting the whole weighted blanket movement for a while and never thought they lived up to the hype. I stand corrected. This weighted blanket lives up to the hype and then some. I find the pressure from the weighted blanket to be extremely calming. </span></span></span></div>
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You know how they say, "you learn something new every day." Well, I learned that there was such a thing as weighted eye masks. These are so cool! My <a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/therapedic-reg-weighted-eye-mask/5247821" style="letter-spacing: 0.1px;">Therapedic® Weighted Eye Mask</a><span style="background-color: white; display: inline; letter-spacing: 0.1px;"> is great for blocking out any light, and also has a fabulous way of calming. I have even found it to be useful if I have a tension headache, which those happen often to a mom of three. </span></span></span></div>
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I saved my favorite product for last because even if you are not an overthinker sleep persona, like myself, I think you still need this </span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.1px;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/brookstone-reg-cbd-oil-infused-bed-pillow/5386473?categoryId=15584">Brookstone® CBD Oil-Infused Bed Pillow</a>. First of all, CBD oil has become very popular in the health and wellness world, and for good reason. It has effective calming effects and has been proven to help those with anxiety, stress, depression, and even body pains. I knew this pillow had potential to be amazing, but it has outdone my expectations. In combination with the sheets, the weighted blanket/eye mask, I truly feel like I am sleeping on a giant cloud of zen. </span></span></span></span></div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-83964009446765495832019-11-12T06:34:00.000-08:002019-11-18T08:34:20.020-08:00Ask the Moms- Dealing With a Difficult MILHey friends!<br />
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This post has been in the making for a long time. The reason it took so long for me to finally be able to press "publish" is due to the fact that it took me FOREVER to get through all of the dm's that were sent to me in response to this topic on the Ask the Moms series. Thank you to all who opened up to me about their experiences and gave honest and helpful advice. This week's topic is actually one that I cannot relate to in any way, shape, or form because it is my personal belief that I have the world's best mother-in-law. She doesn't ever step on my toes as a mother, she doesn't give unsolicited advice about how to parent (although she will when I ask), she understands that her role to my children is that of a grandmother and not of a mother. It is just a huge blessing, as is she. With that being said, I know this is not the case for many women/mothers out there. This week, I asked you guys to share experiences, input, and helpful advice on how to deal with a difficult mother-in-law (or father-in-law).<br />
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<b>"Setting appropriate boundaries firmly, yet with respect and love." </b></div>
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<b>"Have your husband deal with his mom. Everything comes across much better that way."</b></div>
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<b>"Be upfront and remain a united team with your spouse." </b></div>
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<b>"JUST LAY IT ALL OUT. Boundaries. Sit down and have a convo." </b></div>
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<b>"I know what this is like and all I can say is... whoever's mother it is needs to reign that sh*t in!"</b></div>
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<b>"Rely on the Lord and don't hide uncomfortable situations from your spouse. This can cause unwanted tension. Stand firm in your belief on how to raise your children and don't back down from what you and your spouse have decided on how to raise your children. MIL and FILs are important and valued, but what's more important is that you and your spouse are on the same page and hopefully with that your spouse would have your back." </b></div>
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<b>"How funny, I was about to say I'm not a mom but it's fun to hear what people say about parenting plus I just love everything about you. But this topic, wow. I have so much to say from a perspective of a MIL who really disliked me and honestly the feeling was mutual until she got sick with cancer and the last few months I believe God allowed us to find balance in our relationship. A simple thing as finding out I still balance a checkbook (which I still do to this day) bonded us to the point I was in charge of all of her finances until she passed. She trusted me that much. And less than 24 hours before she passed I balanced her checkbook. A simpole thing she needed in order to pass peacefully. I know, long story but my advice is to find SOMETHING... anything as stupid as it may seem to find in common that can bond you. I wish I had figured that out way before." </b></div>
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<b>"This used to be me!!! At first my MIL was scary to me. She was VERYYY stand off-ish compared to my family in the beginning. When I was over at my husbands house (boyfriend at the time) she rarely talked to me... maybe "hey/bye". Where my FIL would literally talk my ear off. One day I finally talked to her about how intimidating she was to me. I know I texted her becasue she scared the sh**t out of me in person. She literally replied that she didn't want to be a monster in law and she would try to do better. Now we are really close, she never steps on my toes about anything parenting related or life choices (since I am a stay at home mom people tend to judge my career choices). So my advice is to communicate your thoughts and wishes towards her. If she keeps stepping over the line then try having the husband talk to her. If that doesn't work, then move away lol"</b></div>
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<b>"I put myself out there and took the heat for 4 years and finally, I said enough. She has even gone as far as to question my son's paternity and now even says he's not her grandchild. I feel bad for my son not having that relationship but I also know it's not okay to have toxic people like that in our lives." </b></div>
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You guys, this was BY FAR the most responded to topic on this ATM series thus far. I want to take a second to say that I appreciate every single one of you who reached out to me, held conversations with me about this, opened up to me about this difficult topic, and gave honest and helpful input. I cannot imagine how hard this kind of situation must be and if gives me such a good perspective to hold onto for when I do become a MIL one day. </div>
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Thoughts for the next ATM series topic? Let me know! Always looking for great and helpful topics of discussion with you guys. </div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-12601824845565784872019-08-22T11:13:00.000-07:002019-08-22T11:13:26.935-07:00Ask the Moms- Preparing Your Child for KINDERGARTEN Hey friends!<br />
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With school being back in session for most of us (HALLELUJAH), this topic of discussion is perfect because most of us have our minds set on school. One of my sweet followers asked me to touch on this topic when the whole Ask The Moms Series was merely a thought. I think this was a great topic for all of us moms because sometimes we question whether our child is ready for a big step like Kindergarten. What I wanted to do that was a little different this go around is not only ask the moms, but also ask the TEACHERS for their input on this topic. I think it is really important to have both moms and teachers' perspectives when asking what our child needs to know before going into kindergarten. So without further ado, here are the responses to this week's question.<br />
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<b><i>"Kindergarten teacher here- LETTERS AND SOUNDS." </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Keep your weekends relatively free... kiddos will be SO tired adjusting to the new routine especially when just starting out. Let weekends be for rest and for creative play!" </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Former Kindergarten teacher here (now I teach 1st). Write their name, count to 10, button their own pants and pick up after themselves, phone number, recognize when words rhyme, recognize the letters of the alphabet. Opening their own milk carton would be a major plus as well!" </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Sit quietly and really listen." </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Recognizing each letter/sound it makes. This is ESSENTIAL for pre-reading." </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"All letters and sounds. Number recognition and counting up to 30. Colors and basic shapes." </i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Potty trained fully and know how to write name with correct capitalization. Also, know most all letters, numbers, and letter sounds! (I am a pre-k teacher in town :)) Following directions and walking in a line is key too. " </i></b></div>
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A HUGE thank you to all who sent in their advice/input! If your's did not end up being featured, it is only because there were some sent in that touched on the same/similar things and I like keeping these informative and concise. Let me know your thoughts on this, and stay tuned for next week's topic! </div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-87601096723735513662019-08-05T06:50:00.000-07:002019-08-05T06:50:09.974-07:00Moms Talk About SEX -- After Baby Hey friends!<br />
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First of all, I want to thank you for your patience with me on this latest post. I had to put it off due to some family/health related things that took precedence. But I made the time to do it while my husband was out golfing and the kids were conveniently preoccupied with their dreams (aka nap time). This post got a ton of buzz and response from you guys, and I seriously cannot thank you guys enough for your contributions to this week's Ask the Moms topic: Sex After Baby.<br />
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Last week, I asked you guys if you had any experience, thoughts, or advice about the rather daunting thought of having sex after giving birth to a baby. I mean... you expelled a human out of your lady bits... the last thing on all of our minds is having sex, right? WRONG. Honestly, I was rather (pleasantly) surprised to see all of the responses about how some of you "couldn't wait" to do the deed after baby, because I felt the same way. By week 2-3 postpartum with each of my kids, my husband and I were READY, but that doesn't mean my body was. Obviously, each woman is different- different bodies, different birth stories, different recovery times, etc. and that is why I think this is such a great topic because there is no "one size fits all" answer or piece of advice to go with it. So without further ado, let's read what the REAL moms have to say about sex AFTER baby.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">"Give yourself grace and TIME. Lots of time. Don't do it until you want to/are ready." </span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">"Just trying not to think about it as I'm about to experience it after a complicated c-section." </span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">"Well, I think the timing truly depends on mom's health. After my first child, I had to undergo repairs a couple of times. FINALLY, after 6 long months post baby, I switched doctors and was repaired correctly. Another week of healing, and I was able to be with my VERY patient husband. With our second daughter, I had an emergency cesarean. The recovery time was estimated 6 weeks. That was correct for me. Continue praying together and growing together. The right time will happen. If you don't feel as comfortable in your skin, get a cute silk top. Allow your husband to love on you." </span></b></div>
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Thanks again to all of the wonderful women who contributed to this week's topic on the Ask the Mom Series! Do you have a topic in mind that you'd like to bring to the group to discuss? Please feel free to comment below or send me a message/comment on a post and let me know so I can add it to the list of topics. Stay tuned for next week's topic of discussion, and as always, THANK YOU for being here! </div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-53125105205185323682019-07-22T08:10:00.000-07:002019-07-22T08:10:05.582-07:00Ask The Moms- Staying Active Amidst the Busy SchedulesHey Friends!<br />
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Welcome to the first of, what I hope will be, many posts in the new Ask The Moms Series! I am SO excited YOU are here with us. I am going to share a little back story behind this idea of mine before we dive into this week's topic. So, back in May-June, I found myself resorting to Dr. G (google) for a lot of my mom/woman related questions. And then I had an epiphany. Amidst my googling, I thought to myself, "what if I always had a group of moms I could ask my questions to and always have real experiences and ideas and thoughts instead of google (no offense, Dr. G)." And that is essentially what lead me to birth this idea of asking YOU, a real woman/mother, for input, advice, and ideas to all of our questions. So without further ado- let's get into what the moms have to say!<br />
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"It's all about my morning routine. I wake up 1 hour before everyone for my me time." </div>
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"Take 30-45 minutes to exercise. Chances are, you will be a better mom because you took that time. I used to feel guilty being a working mom and didn't want to spend extra time away. But I am a better mom because I do it. I am more patient, energetic, and just more present with them now." </div>
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"I invested in some exercise equipment to work out from home. I only work part time, but since I have a treadmill and some weights, I feel like whether I am working or staying at home I don't really have an excuse. I also use my cardio time as my tv watching time. I only give myself the hour or however long I am on the treadmill to watch my shows, so that is a good incentive for me." </div>
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"I chose a gym that has a daycare included in the membership. It is a little pricier, but if it means I get up to two hours of me time/exercise, then I think it is worth the money. Invest in your health." </div>
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I want to thank all of the moms who contributed to this week's question! If your response did not end up in this week's post, don't worry! It just means your response was very similar to another person who also responded. Your input is SO VALUED! Have any other pieces of advice about staying active as a busy mom, whether you are working or staying at home, please leave it in the comments below! We would love to read your ideas too! Stay tuned for next week's Ask The Mom's topic!<br />
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-58576744769498293642019-06-10T05:33:00.001-07:002019-06-10T05:33:07.191-07:00Family Summer Snacks With Samsung <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey friends! I am excited to share today's blog post as it is all about one of my family's favorite things to do during the summer- SNACKING. I know that I am not the only mom out there who feels like their kids eat them out of house and home during the summer. I always have to have my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung Refrigerator </a>stocked with all of our fresh summer favorites. </div>
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As many of you know, one of our favorite snacks to have on hand during the summer is WATERMELON. I mean, who doesn't like watermelon? It's sweet, hydrating, delicious, and it is actually good for you! We eat ALL the watermelon during the summer. </div>
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You guys all know how much I love my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung 3-Door Refrigerator with Hub 2.0</a> and I love it even more during the summer time because it affords me to be able to store ALL the fresh fruit in it. I can store two full watermelon halves, 2 pounds of grapes, apples, strawberries, peaches, a giant bowl of diced honeydew melon, an entire carton of cherry tomatoes and SO MUCH MORE. </div>
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Other than watermelon, some more of our family favorites to snack on during the summers are grapes, cherry tomatoes, apples, peaches, and cucumbers. I love how hydrating these all are and how they are usually easy to find locally because they are in season. My kids can't get enough and mama is definitely not mad about that.<br />
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One of the features that my sons like to use on our <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung Refrigerator</a> is ask Bixby to "show the fridge." This directs the refrigerator to show the inside contents via imbedded cameras. This is a cool feature for them to use because they can see what fresh fruits that I have washed and cut up for them already, so they know what to expect when opening the doors.<br />
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So, thanks to our <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung Refrigerator</a>, we will be enjoying ALL the fresh fruits and veggies our hearts desire all summer long! And you know this mama is getting in on the watermelon eating action!</div>
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<br />Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-62946894953174746862019-05-20T11:57:00.002-07:002019-07-22T08:10:21.914-07:00The Harsh Reality of a Type 1 ParentFor those of you who have been around for a while, you know my oldest son, Sawyer, has Type 1 Diabetes. He is going on 5 years living with this disease, with no end in sight. I feel like at this point in my life, my days (and nights) completely revolve around Sawyer's diabetes. I wake up, the first thing I do is check his Dexcom to see what his numbers are. I go to bed, and the last thing I do is check Dex to make sure his numbers are good and stable or leveling out. I wake up several times a night to make sure his numbers are good, that he is breathing, give gummies or tabs, give a correction, etc. I haven't consistently slept soundly in almost 5 years and it has begun to catch up to me. I am starting to get physically run down. I have been more sick in the last month than I have in the past 5 years. My metabolism has slowed. I am probably experiencing adrenal fatigue. I am tired, always. I have aged probably 10 years. I have severe anxiety that I try to treat through natural remedies. My digestion is always dealing with something, which is most likely due to increased cortisol (the stress hormone). My husband and I don't always agree on how to properly take care of our child with this life threatening autoimmune disease and it is affecting our marriage... which adds more stress to my body. There are so many things that have just added to the weight of having a child with diabetes and there are some days, like today, where I feel like I might break. Might. Probably won't. But might.<br />
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People look at me and see this very uptight and rigid woman. Someone who has to have things her way or the highway. Very Type A personality, if you will. I have been told countless times by people on the outside looking in, to just "relax." I don't have the luxury to relax. When I try to relax, bad things could happen. If I am not on my mental A-game 24/7, then it could be the difference between life or death for my son. So when people tell me to relax, I of course just smile and say, "I'll relax when I'm dead," because that's the truth. And even then, I don't think I will be able to. Because if I were to go, who would take care of my son? His Dad? He does a good job, yes, but he still doesn't understand a lot of things that are required of a primary caregiver of a child with t1d. He just doesn't. How could he? It's pretty much impossible for anyone to understand unless you are living it. Let me paint you a quick picture. I literally had to quit my 9-5 job because taking care of Sawyer became a full time job for me. So anytime someone comments on my being a "stay at home" mom saying, "Oh you're so lucky," I think to myself, "sure. I'm blessed. I wouldn't say lucky." I would give ANYTHING to be able to get back into the work force. I don't hate being a content creator, but I feel like I am made for so much more than just blogging/content creation. But that is how I am able to make money while being a stay at home mom so I am able to take care of Sawyer 24/7.<br />
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I feel like most days are good. I have a solid head on my shoulders. I feel the support of people within my "village." I feel strong. I feel confident to take on the day. I feel brave. Then there are days like today, where I feel like the weight of my child's autoimmune disease is on my shoulders. So much so, that I feel like I just might break. Might. Probably won't. But might. But what worries me the most is when Sawyer grows up. That weight won't be on my shoulders anymore. It will be on his. And that is what hurts me more than anything is the thought of my baby having to carry this burden his entire life. Even though most days will be good because I have taught him well, there are going to be these debilitating days. The days where he feels so alone because no one understands what it's like to live with diabetes. This is what I pray for the most (besides a cure). For his strength, his wisdom, his courage, to get out of bed and fight every single day. Because it is a fight.<br />
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You see friends, I am not sharing this really raw and transparent post to get sympathy or anything like that. I don't want your sympathy. I want you to understand. Because right now, I feel completely alone in this battle. Truthfully, I don't even feel like my husband understands what I go through on a daily basis. It's crippling at times. Have you ever held your child's limp and helpless body in your arms while he is fighting back from a low blood sugar? I have. Have you ever had to tell your child he can't spend the night with a friend because we wouldn't be able to take care of him in the middle of the night if we needed to and we didn't want to chance it? I have. Lot's of times. Have you ever had to tell your child that he can't eat something because he accidentally left his diabetes supply bag in dad's car, so I can't give him insulin for that snack he is about to eat? I have. It's a lot and I think the only way for me to feel even a little bit better is to put it into words. I don't want you to read this and think I can't handle what cards I have been dealt. I've got this. Today is just a rough one. And I need your prayers.<br />
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<br />Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-56731544932075839652019-05-16T05:12:00.000-07:002019-05-16T05:12:56.041-07:00Organizing My Samsung Refrigerator <b><i>This post is sponsored by Samsung Home Appliances. All opinions are my own. </i></b><br />
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Today I am sharing one of the most requested blog posts, which is how I organize my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung 3-Door Refrigerator with Hub 2.0.</a> One of the reasons why I chose this refrigerator is because of its size. It seriously holds SO MUCH FOOD. It has made my life so much easier in keeping my fridge organized because there is literally a place for everything. </div>
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One of the features that I absolutely love about the Hub 2.0 is that I am able to view inside my refrigerator via embedded cameras within the fridge. This is such a game changer for me because now, I can just view inside my fridge if I am running out the door and need to check and see if we need milk or eggs or something real quick. It helps me keep all of my "ducks in a row" so to speak. This feature has also helped me stay on top of organizing my fridge in the sense that I know what we need and do not need. It is seriously a game changer for us organized folks out there.<br />
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So without further ado, let me introduce to you my family's refrigerator... because it's what is on the inside that really counts, right?<br />
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Like I said, I LOVE how much space this refrigerator offers. I feel like there is just so much I can work with when it comes to organizing and arranging where my food goes. As you can see, we eat A LOT of food... most big families do though, so I am not mad at that.<br />
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You can see that there is a specific place for everything (I am kinda OCD about that). Let me break it down for you so you can see a little more clearly on the specifics, and also share with you my little dollar store hack that I have been doing for a while to help keep everything super clean and organized.<br />
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Okay, so if you are a reader of the blog then you know I have kids. The main reason for my organization is so my kids have easy access to their favorite healthy snacks. On my right door, I like to keep apple sauce pouches (one of the kids' favorite and convenient snacks), cold brew (for the mornings that I have forgotten to make it the night before), and my almond milk and creamers.<br />
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The left door holds our sauces and condiments, as well as my cold pressed juices and Sawyer's lantus. Nothing fancy, but I like that everything still has a place. </div>
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Now, for the top shelf... nothing fancy, but again, organized. Just how I like it. I choose to keep my eggs in the original cartons that I buy them in because those are made to keep any kinds of smells or odors away from the eggs and will keep my eggs tasting fresher longer. I also have a space for extra condiments and other items in bottles or jars that we may tend to use. Lastly, I like to keep a few cold water bottles in the fridge just for easy grabbing when we are on the go. We go through these fast, so once they are gone we use our refillable water bottles because the water that our fridge dispenses tastes so clean and pure. </div>
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Middle shelves I use for milk and any produce that I may have purchased in bulk. We are big fans of apples, oranges, lemons, and cucumbers at the moment and I love having enough space to be able to buy a ton of these items and keep them in my fridge. I also like that I am able to buy more than one gallon of milk at a time, because this family loves them some milk. </div>
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Alright, now to my little dollar store hack... One of my favorite ways to keep my refrigerator organized is using these little dollar bins. You have noticed I use these for everything from condiments to produce. They hold everything in one place (so you don't have a ton of stuff just rolling around in your fridge), and it also makes your fridge look cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing. </div>
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Having our produce in these clear containers allows my kids to be able to see what is available for them to eat, which results in them wanting to eat healthy food more often and you know that this mama is here for that. </div>
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And speaking of produce... you can probably guess what I use my two Humidity Control drawers for, right? Yep, you guessed it... More produce! I have a space designated for our greens (spinach, lettuce, etc.) and a drawer that is designated for berries, fruit cups, and other smaller space-filling fruits. </div>
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The next space for organization is the CoolSelect Pantry, which, can I just say how much I LOVE this feature in my fridge??? It's so nice to have a designated space for my meat and dairy (this is something that I did not have in my previous refrigerator). I seriously am obsessed. On the left side of this drawer, you will see I have my meat/fish selections placed neatly. I don't buy a ton of meat so I don't feel like this space ever gets over crowded. On the right, I have my dairy items- cheese assortments and gogurts (another one of the kids' favorite easy snacks). </div>
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This drawer is low enough to where both Sawyer and Colt are able to open it with ease and get their own snack should they choose to, although I still like for Colt to ask me first so I can help monitor his refrigerator usage (don't want him to accidentally leave those french doors open).<br />
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The last place of organization that I want to share with you all is the freezer drawer. There are two levels of the freezer drawer in my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung 3-Door Refrigerator</a>. I have made a designated "Kid Drawer", which houses all the easy food items for when mama is in a bind and we need a quick meal or snack. Honestly, I feel like every mom needs one of these drawers. They can be real life (and time) savers.<br />
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I hope you guys enjoyed this little tour of our family's refrigerator! It's nothing super fancy in terms of keeping it organized, but it works for us. The reason we are able to keep it organized is primarily because of how spacious and user-friendly our <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung 3-Door Refrigerator with Hub 2.0 </a>is. It fits our family of five's needs to a T and we could not love it more.<br />
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Want more refrigerator organization tips? Let me know and I'll be happy to address them in my next blog post!<br />
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-23158771878456675662019-04-20T05:58:00.001-07:002019-04-20T05:58:25.325-07:00My Favorite Buffalo Wings Recipe<span style="background-color: white; color: #1c1c1c; font-family: , sans-serif; font-size: 13.6px; line-height: 20px;"><b><i>This post was created in partnership with Ninja and I received a complimentary product, but all opinions are my own.</i></b></span><br />
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Hey friends! I don't know about you, but I am so excited about today's post. You all know how much I love my <a href="https://www.ninjakitchen.com/tendercrisp-foodi-technology/?utm_source=AspireIQ_thebalancedmama&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=foodi&utm_content=learnmore">Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker</a>, and I am so excited to share with you all my favorite recipe that I have learned since using it- Buffalo Chicken Wings! This recipe can be made using either frozen chicken wings OR thawed because one of the many amazing things about the Ninja Foodi is that with the TenderCrisp technology, frozen is the new fresh! You can pressure cook frozen meats to defrost and tenderize them at the same time, then use the AIR CRISP function to crisp your meal the way you desire! So without further ado, let's get to the recipe!<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.ninjakitchen.com/tendercrisp-foodi-technology/?utm_source=AspireIQ_thebalancedmama&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=foodi&utm_content=learnmore">Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker</a></div>
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2. Ninja Foodi Pot*</div>
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4. Ninja Foodi Pressure Lid*</div>
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1. 1/2 cup water</div>
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2. 2 pounds frozen (or thawed) chicken wings- make sure drums and flats are separated</div>
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3. 2 tbsp oil (I used extra virgin olive oil)</div>
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4. 2 tbsp buffalo sauce (I used Frank's Red Hot Wings Buffalo Sauce)</div>
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5. 2 tsp kosher salt (optional) </div>
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1. Pour 1/2 cup of water into pot. Place wings (frozen or thawed) in the Cook & Crisp Basket and place basket in pot. Attach the pressure lid, and make sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position.<br />
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<i>If you are using fresh/thawed chicken wings instead of frozen, toss wings with 2 tbsp oil. Then, close crisping lid, and select AIR CRISP, temperature set at 390 degrees for 24-28 minutes. Enjoy! </i><br />
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2. Select PRESSURE and set HIGH. Set time to 5 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin.<br />
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4. Pat wings dry with towel and toss with 2 tbsp oil in the basket.<br />
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5. Close crisping lid and select AIR CRISP. Set temperature to 390 degrees and set time to 15 minutes. Press START/STOP to begin.<br />
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6. After 7-8 minutes, open lid and toss wings with silicone-tipped tongs. Lower basket back into pot, close lid, and continue cooking.<br />
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7. While the wings are cooking, stir buffalo (or sauce of choice) with optional salt in a large mixing bowl.<br />
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When you're done, serve with your favorite dipping sauces (our family loves ranch) and veggies on the side! What I also love about the Ninja Foodi is that the pot and the Cook & Crisp Basket are both dishwasher safe, so that makes my life easier when cleaning up. </div>
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If you try this recipe out, feel free to tag me in a post or message me and let me know how you liked it! This is quickly becoming a family favorite, and with the convenience that the Ninja Foodi offers me, I don't hate making it all the time! Enjoy friends!<br />
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Hey friends! You all remember how excited I was when I got my new <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung 3-Door Refrigerator</a> with Hub 2.0 a few weeks ago. I have been loving every single second with it. I had several people reach out and ask if I could do a review of what I like about the refrigerator, specifically the hub. So here it is in all of its glory! </div>
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One of the things that I am really into is ORGANIZATION. I feel like this refrigerator helps me amp up my organization game to the millionth degree. I love that the Hub has my Google calendar synced to it, so I never miss a single practice, game, PTA meeting, deadline, doctor's appointment or lunch date. </div>
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Another feature that my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung Refrigerator</a> has is it pairs with my Ring Video Doorbell. I absolutely love this feature because my kitchen is in the back part of my house, furthest away from the front door and so if someone pulls up to my house, or comes up to my front door I am still able to have eyes on my house. The truth is, you can never be too careful and I like having this extra surveillance, especially being a stay-at-home mom with three children. In the words of Kevin McCallister, "This is MY HOUSE. I have to defend it." </div>
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All of the kids are a huge fan of the hub because they can draw me pictures and express their creativity without wreaking havoc. The memo pad is a family favorite, especially for Colt because he loves drawing and I love that he isn't damaging my new refrigerator with a sharpie or something. </div>
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One of Sawyer's favorite things to do is write me little love letters and leave them in places like my pillow, the front seat of my car, my underwear drawer, and now, the fridge! </div>
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He is seriously the sweetest! I love that I can save these sweet little notes he leaves me on my refrigerator forever!</div>
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One of the things that B and I love doing during the meal cooking time is put on Pandora and dance around in the kitchen, singing, and laughing. I am a huge believer in music and how it can be an instant mood lifter. Our refrigerator can continuously play our favorite stations on Pandora without skipping a beat while we fix dinner.<br />
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Thanks for letting me show you my new favorite "toy"! More blog posts to come, featuring my <a href="http://bit.ly/thebalancedmama">Samsung Refrigerator with Hub 2.0,</a> including fridge organization, and tips on healthy living as a family. I am still new to this and am still figuring it all out, so if you have the Hub and there is a feature that you LOVE, please share it with me!<br />
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<br />Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-28083032502478445872019-03-01T05:11:00.000-08:002019-03-04T18:39:58.940-08:00A Family Favorite Healthy Snack - With FAGE <b><i>This post is sponsored by FAGE, however all opinions are my own. </i></b><br />
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You all know how much my kids love to snack. They are NON-STOP snackers. Bottomless pits, if you will. I don't mind this because they usually choose healthy foods. One of our favorite snacks as of late has been a "build your own" yogurt bowl. We love <a href="http://bit.ly/FAGETotalPlain">FAGE</a> Total 2% Greek Yogurt because it is low in sugar, and high in protein- only 7 grams of sugar and a whopping 23 grams of protein per cup!<br />
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I like to let my kids "decorate" their own yogurt, but I always help by putting a serving size of FAGE 2% Greek Yogurt in bowls as their starting point. FAGE Greek Yogurt has a distinctive rich and creamy taste that pairs perfectly with my kids' favorite toppings. Now, you know that my kids are partial to any and all fruits. So, they tend to go for those first for the toppings. In B's case, she just dumps the entire bowl of fruit into her yogurt bowl.<br />
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One of the things that I think tends to throw people off of plain greek yogurt is that it isn't naturally super sweet. I love that <a href="http://bit.ly/FAGERecipes">FAGE</a> Total 2% Greek Yogurt has no added sugar in it. A little hack that I learned years ago is to puree some sweeter fruits like bananas, strawberries, and mangos and let my kids use that as a natural "sweetener" for their yogurt.<br />
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This is an easy and FUN healthy snack that my entire family loves. Not only that, but it is a great way to get the kids involved in the "cooking" and food prep process early on and allows them to appreciate what they put in their bodies at an earlier age. We love <a href="http://bit.ly/FAGETotalPlain">FAGE</a> because it is Non-GMO Project Verified, packed with protein, and no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. I feel confident as a mother when I see my kids choosing healthy snacks like FAGE. </div>
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If you have been following me for any amount of time, you know that I am a huge advocate for living an active and healthy lifestyle. These healthy choices are not just for me, but for my family as well. I say this, but please know that it has not always been this easy (anything worth having or doing usually isn't, right?). Our current lifestyle has been about 6 to 7 years in the making, and all started by making small changes that wound up making a big difference.<br />
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One of the small changes that our family made was to cut out excess sugar. We reduce our refined and added sugar intake on a daily basis by doing a few things:<br />
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Now are there times where we drink something that isn't water? Sure. You all know how much I love my diet lemonade (which one of the 3 ingredients is... you guessed it... water). </div>
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I've talked about this before, but if it isn't packaged then there is no way for it to have added sugar (or anything for that matter). We tend to stick to fresh/frozen fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, whole eggs, etc. </div>
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Any packaged food that we do buy, we look at a few things. First, the ingredients. A mile-long list of ingredients is a red flag to me because that means this product has tons of additives and chemicals and is very far from its natural state. Second, we look at the sugar content and look for any added sweeteners. One of the reasons we love <a href="http://bit.ly/2S4Eld2" target="_blank">FAGE</a>, is they have made it easy for our family (and yours) to consume less sugar with their split cups now having 30% less sugar in them than before (*reduced from 16-17g to 11g per serving), PLUS zero artificial sweeteners. </div>
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Sawyer has absolutely no favorites when it comes to the flavor of his yogurt. He eats it all! He especially loves the 0% milkfat split cups in the flavor blueberry acai. He loves the taste by itself or with some berries to top it off. </div>
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Colt is a new lover of yogurt and is slowly discovering new tastes and flavors. He is one of those kids that likes to "stick with what he knows" and always seem to grab for the 2% milkfat in the flavor, strawberry. I say you can never go wrong with strawberry in my opinion! </div>
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You all know B isn't picky when it comes to food! But I do like for her to eat the 5% milkfat split cups so that she is able to get some more healthy fats in her diet. She loves all the flavors, of course, but I think she is partial to the blueberry! It's her favorite fruit :)</div>
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These FAGE Split Cups are PERFECT for after-school snacks, healthier sweet treats, or on-the-go breakfasts. They offer the same sweet, creamy taste and consistency, only with 30% less sugar. That's a win-win in my mama book. If you are interested in finding FAGE Total Split Cups in stores near you, click <a href="https://usa.fage/storelocator?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=social&utm_content=es_splitcup" target="_blank">here</a> to take you to their store locator. </div>
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You all should know by now that I am a person who likes to ball out on a budget. I am a firm believer in the fact that if you look hard enough, you can find some really good pieces to add to your wardrobe that may not be expensive, but still look great. Fortunately for you, I have done the hard looking already and have found some AWESOME staple items for your transitioning into spring wardrobe that you do not want to miss out on. </div>
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I'm just going to go ahead and start out with my favorite. You know I am a queen of Walmart finds, and I think I have found some great ones for your spring wardrobe. This Time and Tru top is PERFECT for spring! It is light-weight, but not see through. Can be worn with some cute jeans OR shorts. Dress it up, or dress it down. The best part... it is under $13! And comes in several other pretty spring colors like coral, aqua, and navy. I paired this top with another awesome Walmart find. These Time and Tru high waisted sculpt jeggings are a DREAM and seriously make your booty look SO GOOD. And you guessed it... the price is the best part. These bad boys are under $18 and come in several colors. SCORE!<br />
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<i>Size references: I am wearing a size 6 in the jeggings, and a size medium in the top. </i></div>
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If you have been following me for a while, you know that 99 percent of my wardrobe is neutrals- white, cream, tan/taupe, black, grey. And honestly, I am so glad because neutrals are perfect for EVERY season. I love the combining white with another neutral, especially during spring. I think it looks so fresh and vibrant, sorta like spring feels to me. For this outfit, I paired the same Time and Tru High Rise Jeggings with this soft Luxe Pullover Sweater. It comes in several colors, and again... the best part is the price. It is under $18. But hurry, this one is selling out fast!</div>
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Alright, clearly I am a sucker for comfy tee shirts with cute sleeves. This adorable top is under $10 and comes in several pretty spring colors, including sky blue, mint green, and coral. I love this lilac color for spring! What I love the most about this top is that it can be worn with athleisure wear... just throw it on with some cute leggings and some sneaks or slip on shoes and you are good to go!<br />
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Most people say the kitchen is the heart of the home, but I'd disagree. I'd say the table is the heart. It is the place where we come together at the end of each day, and no matter where we've been, we come back to this place. It is a place where we laugh, cry, and sometimes fight or argue. It is where homework is done, where stomachs are filled, and memories are made. It's not perfect, but it's ours. </div>
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I love everything about my farmhouse table! I love that it was custom-built for our family's needs and wants. I love that it reflects my style as a wife and mother. I love that even though our house isn't the biggest, it fits the space perfectly and accommodates many, many little bottoms (room for a few more kids? lol) What I love the most about our family table is, like us, it is imperfect. It has little spots, cracks, blemishes here and there, but I think that is what makes it something special. The imperfectness is something to be admired. </div>
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Because our table was custom-built, I cannot link the exact table in this post. I am sharing a few similar items, but if you are a Chattanooga local and are interested in supporting a small business and having someone build you a custom table for YOUR family, I can give you the contact information for the man who built ours. </div>
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If you've been following for a while, you probably know that I like purchasing items for my home that are multi-purpose because I do not have the budget nor the energy to buy completely new decor every time my creativity arouses me to "change things up." I love this simple tablescape (thats a word right? tablescape?) because I can pretty much keep it as is throughout the entire year. Eucalyptus is not for just one season, just ask Joanna Gaines. I picked up these mini eucalyptus wreaths at the target dollar spot back in October/November and I'm pretty sure these are the best $3 I have ever spent! If I'm feeling a little extra, I'll put a candle in the center of each of them (I actually got that idea from Wendy, one of my followers :)). </div>
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The final touch that we made to our cozy and warm space is our light fixture. I think it completes the table setting, and completely opens and brightens up our room. This particular model was OOS, but I found several similar items that resembled this look and at different price points. I definitely think a new light fixture is an easy and affordable way to transform a space and make it fresh and new.<br />
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One of the reasons why I love being active is how it makes my body feel. I love feeling strong, confident, capable, having mental clarity, and just feeling so darn good. I've said it before, but y'all, endorphins are AWESOME. So, how could I not want these same things for my children? As their mother, I feel like it is my responsibility to show them how to love and take care of the one body that they have been blessed with for the rest of their life. With that being said, I also understand that for many families, it can be difficult finding a starting point with getting the entire family into a new lifestyle change such as this one. Here are my top tips becoming more active and healthier as a family. </div>
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Whatever you guys are doing for your activity, get the entire family involved somehow. What we like to do is go to a local community track/baseball field and I am able to walk/run with Blair in the stroller, Colt is able to run around, ride a toy, or play in the dirt with his trains and dinosaurs, and Sawyer likes to either ride his bike or hit baseballs with Tyler. There is something for everyone in this little outing, and it not only encourages physical activity for everyone but it also serves as family bonding time. Win-win in my book. </div>
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This sounds like a no brainer, but you would be amazed at how many times I have overlooked this little detail when it comes to our family active time. If it's cold, layer the kids up. Put some comfortable and warm pants on them, a couple layers and a jacket or pullover. And if they especially want to be warm, add some gloves and a toboggan. If it's warm, dress in shorts/t-shirt... or if you're like me and Tyler, we just let the boys run around without their shirts on during the summer time. </div>
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It is very important, also, to make sure that your kids have properly fit shoes. All three of my kids have different shoe needs. Colt, is my wide-foot child, and requires a wide shoe for better fit and comfort. We love these New Balance shoes, and the fact that they come in wides! </div>
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Keeping your family active doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Tyler and I actually bought Sawyer this bike for under $100 at Walmart and he loves it! Pair it with a helmet and some good sneakers, and this boy is good to go. Sawyer rides his bike, Colt chases him, and I chase Colt with B in the stroller... Bam! Everyone is exercising and having fun. </div>
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This is especially important if your family is not used to much extra physical activity. You may need to start out slow. Even if it is just for 20-30 minutes, that may not sound like much, but it does make a difference. Also, when having these outings with your children, understand that they are not perfect and may have a meltdown or two (or a thousand in my case lol). Remember that patience is important and grace is necessary. Remember that this is not a change that will occur overnight with your family, but hopefully healthy habits being formed that will last a lifetime and transcend generations. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hey friends! </span><span style="font-size: large;">You all have been loving my Walmart finds this season! From the puffer coats, to stylish sweaters, shoes, sherpa jackets, and tons more, I think Walmart has really stepped up their game this season. I had an almost unanimous vote for me to share my top Walmart picks for the family this Christmas, and I was more than happy to oblige. I have broken it down</span><span style="font-size: large;"> to <i>Gifts For Her</i>, <i>Gifts For Him</i>, Gifts <i>For Big Kid</i>, <i>Gifts For Little Kid</i>, and<i> Gifts For Baby</i>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wanted to break it down into sub-categories for you guys, just in case you all think like me. I like to buy for my family based on two things: wants and needs. I always like to get my kids something they need at the present moment (i.e a nice winter coat, some new clothes, new shoes, etc.). I also like to obviously buy them something they want or that I know they would like. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We all know that most men are really hard to buy for because they tend to already have everything they need, and if they want something then they will just go out and get it themselves. Anyone else's hubs or boyfriend like this? Despite this known fact, I have put together a list of needs and wants for your man/man friend in your life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I want to preface this post by saying that I AM NOT A SLEEP EXPERT, especially as it pertains to babies, toddlers, and children. What I am about to share is what worked for me and my family. Each child is different when it comes to their sleep training needs, and each family should choose the method(s) that work best for them.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The reason I started implementing sleep training in my household is due to the fact that Sawyer, our first born, literally did not sleep in his bed EVER until he was about 4. He would start out in his bed, and scream until he made himself sick at times and I would cave in and allow him to just come in the bed with Tyler and me. When I became pregnant with Colt, I knew that I needed to adopt a different way of going about things with the sleeping situation. Because Colt was an avid nurser (like his brother), and did not take a paci (I was his paci) he co slept with me and Tyler most nights. I tried the sleep training thing around 6 months of age, but it was just really hard when he needed me for comfort. So, I waited until a year of age. I did this with Blair as well. I know that some parents do sleep train earlier than a year, but this is what worked for me and my kids.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The entire process took about a week to create the "habit" of going to sleep and STAYING asleep in their own beds. Here is what I did step by step:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>7:00-7:15</u></b>- <b>BATH TIME, PJ'S and MILK </b><i>(Cue #2 that it is getting closer to bedtime)</i>. I do not prolong bath time longer than 10 minutes. Usually it is shorter than that. They need to know that play time is over and it is time to start relaxing their bodies for bed. We are usually in and out in 5 minutes so we can get pajamas on quicker. I continue to say <i style="font-weight: bold;">"Night Night time" </i>as I am getting them bathed and ready for bed. This just helps train their minds to understand that they are tired and that it is time for bed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>7:20-7:30</u></b>- <b>SING, PRAYERS, and LIGHTS OUT</b> (<i>Cue #3 that it is bed time). </i>I sing a special song that is personal to my family and that I sing to all three of my children at bedtime. You can pick any song or nursery rhyme, or if you prefer reading a short book, that would be good too. This just helps get them relaxed a little more. I always say prayers with my kids before bed, including Blair too. I just want them to always grow up with the Lord being a big part of their lives, and this starts early on. I lay them in their beds, give them a kiss, say "goodnight and I love you," turn the lights out, and I don't look back.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Day 1</u></b>: (I recommend you starting this on a Friday night because the first two nights are the hardest. If you have other kids, you might want to send them to grandparents house for a couple nights.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">After doing everything mentioned above, all was well until about midnight. That is when kids would stir for the first time. I knew they were not sick, hungry, and the temperature in the room was right. So I let them cry it out. If the crying persisted longer than 15 minutes, I went in there and patted them on the back and said <b><i>"It's night night time" </i></b>(remember that phrase I mentioned above? You're gonna use this throughout the week, even during the middle of the night too). You can say the phrase over and over again for no longer than a minute, then close the door and leave. Never turn lights on when going in to soothe. My kids cried for about 10 more minutes (it seems longer than 10 minutes but I promise that is all it really was) and they were back to sleep. Woke up 1-2 more times the first night and I did the same procedure as stated above. I remained consistent through the entire process. Remember, sleep training is not for the faint of heart. You have to be okay with listening to your child cry it out for the first few nights. As long as they are healthy and fed and located in a safe sleeping place, then you have nothing to worry about.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Day 2:</u></b> Second night went about like night one. Maybe cried a little less, but I still remember being tired as a mother in the morning.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><u>Day 6</u></b>: Slept all night for the first night in a long time. If he/she woke up, I never knew. Best I had felt in months.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, in summation- the total time it took for the entire process to fully take into effect was 7 days. It was a hard seven days. I remember asking myself each time I did this with my kids if this was worth it. IT IS COMPLETELY AND TOTALLY WORTH IT. When you are not having to fight your kids to the death to go to sleep at night and you are able to get 8 hours of sleep, you will absolutely think this is worth it.</span><br />
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I hope you find this blog post a helpful resource. This has been the most requested post that I do and I am so happy to finally have it all together for you to refer back to when needed. If you try this out and love it (or don't), I would love your feedback!</span><br />
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-40982497830418984202018-10-30T16:38:00.000-07:002018-10-30T16:42:24.626-07:00Tips on Staying Positive When Stressed<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk8SKxG0_3z-1trv1nMCEkIaqgjm2i5rLBPuECjqST5GLa3TzUU6d9IgneU3WtRB9g66dMiVVGSTE_QAzyPP6SJad_ljHNRtYEA0M01eT15GVXginChYO7F3PpxrtV6AbhS16ly6ZBo5U/s1600/Image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk8SKxG0_3z-1trv1nMCEkIaqgjm2i5rLBPuECjqST5GLa3TzUU6d9IgneU3WtRB9g66dMiVVGSTE_QAzyPP6SJad_ljHNRtYEA0M01eT15GVXginChYO7F3PpxrtV6AbhS16ly6ZBo5U/s320/Image.jpg" width="240" /></a><br />
It's no secret that we all get stressed. I don't believe that any of us are meant to live a stress-free life. In fact, I think in many cases that stressors are a sign that big things are happening. With that being said, I have dealt and will continue to deal with my fair share of stress in my life. As a mom of three children, one of whom has a life threatening auto-immune disease, stress is going to happen in my life. What happens when it does occur is how I am able to control the situation and stay positive. Here are my top tips on staying positive when stressed.<br />
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1.<i> I submerge myself in the word</i>.<br />
Anytime I begin to feel the stresses of life get to me, I immediately open my Bible and read my favorite verses that help me when it comes to stress and anxiety.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">"The Lord is my strength and shield, I trust him with all my heart. He helps me and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving." </span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." </span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." </span></i><br />
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2. <i>I exercise</i>. I exercise HARDER than normal. I do this because everyone and their mother knows that exercise releases endorphins and "endorphins make you happy."- Elle Woods. But I also like to exercise harder than normal when I am stressed because working out is an actual physical stress reliever. If you are carrying stress in your life, your body feels it. Exercise helps relieve the tension from that stress and literally makes you feel "lighter" in a way after doing so.<br />
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3.<i> I listen to uplifting music</i>. You all know how much I love listening to contemporary Christian music these days. It fills my cup. It is encouraging, moving, uplifting, and just everything I need when I need it the most. If you haven't tried this method of stress relief, I highly recommend it. Also, just listening to uplifting music in general has a tendency to create a positive atmosphere in your home, car, during your workout, etc.<br />
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4. <i>I talk to someone</i>. Have a healthy conversation about why you are stressed and how you can deal with it. There is a reason why we "vent" when we are stressed out about something. It makes us feel better when we get it off our chests, than it does when we bottle up our emotions.<br />
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5. <i>I make a "Stressed vs Blessed" list </i>(like a pros vs cons list) and actually write it down so I can visually see it. Doing this helps me see that the "stressors" in my life don't even remotely compare to all of the blessings that I have. If you are someone who has trouble actually thinking of reasons to be happy and positive when you are stressed, this method is highly recommended for you.<br />
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6. <i>I unplug. </i>The truth is, social media can cause a lot of stress. And it shouldn't. It should never be so important that my health and well being is affected. So when I find myself stressed out and not sure where the actual stressor is coming from, I choose to unplug for a day or two, or even a week. It is refreshing and it allows you to really connect with others around you far more than usual and also allows to to truly hone in on what is stressing you out. I think unplugging from social media is a MUST for everyone when they are dealing with stress and need to take a minute to breathe and recoup. Don't get so caught up with your virtual life, that you forget to live your real one.<br />
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It is my prayer that this post fills someone else's cup today, or at the very least whoever reads that needs it knows that they are not alone and stress, in all forms, is manageable.<br />
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com65tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-84495260944145002452018-06-28T14:53:00.002-07:002018-10-18T18:14:19.945-07:00Copycat Chick-fil-a Diet Lemonade Hey friends! It's been a minute since I got on here, but I guess I just really want to share things that are totally worth your while to read, ya know? Well, if you're like me and LOVE Chick-Fil-A's diet lemonade, then you are going to love this post. Yesterday, I went through Chick-Fil-A on my way home from the gym (even though it's slightly out of the way, but oh well) and I ordered a large diet lemonade. I got it and it tasted fermented, like it had been sitting in the dispenser overnight or something. It kinda messed up my stomach all day, yesterday. Safe to say it was a bad experience, and probably the first one I had ever had at Chick-Fil-A to be honest, so I didn't hold it against them. I'll be back. :)<br />
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But it got me thinking that it can't be that hard to make this lemonade myself. So I googled some copycat recipes and went and bought the ingredients, and tweaked the recipe a bit to my taste and OH MY LANTA, it is unreal. Unreal, guys. And there is seriously nothing like freshly squeezed, cold, lemonade. Especially on a hot summer day. So without further ado, this is my Copycat Diet Lemonade recipe, made with only 3 simple ingredients.<br />
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Hope you all enjoy! Let me know if you tried out this recipe and if you liked it. I still love my Chick-Fil-A, but it's nice to be able to make this at home and not have to put on pants to go get some :)</div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com76tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-81796983656151663862018-04-30T14:11:00.001-07:002018-10-18T18:12:31.172-07:00My Top Mother's Day Gift PicksHappy Monday, friends! I can't believe that tomorrow will be MAY! So many exciting things go on in our family during this month, including my sweet B's birthday. One of the most popular days to celebrate in May is Mother's Day, and this day is extra special to me as a mother of three. I get asked all the time to give a "mother's perspective" on gift buying when it comes to these kinds of holidays, so I thought this month I would share my top picks for gifts to buy the mama in your life for her special day. This post consists of products in all price ranges and in several different categories to cater to all mamas' preferences. Here are the categories that I have broken them down in:<br />
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If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebalancedmama/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> you know how Jesus is my saving grace first, then there's coffee second. And lots of it. Back in December of 2017 I found the coffee company, <a href="https://coffeeovercardio.com/" target="_blank">Coffee Over Cardio</a>, and completely fell in love with it and wanted to work with right off the bat for a couple reasons. 1. I love coffee. Do I really need another reason? Well, I do and I'll give it to ya. 2. It is a WOMAN-owned business. Coffee and women are two things any mama can get behind and support. Can I get an amen? Listed below are my favorite coffee flavors from this line of coffee, and I'll share my little trick with you. I like to do 1/2 workflow and 1/2 messy bun. It's the perfect combination of caffeine and sweet (without the creamer or extra sugar). I've also added some of my favorite apparel from this site, as well as some cute mugs and such... because a mama can never have too many coffee mugs :) <i>Also, if you are purchasing from Coffee Over Cardio, don't forget to use my code <b>balancedmama15 </b>for a 15% off discount!</i></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cy5drqcend7" target="_blank">Mama Needs Some Coffee mug</a></td></tr>
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Alright, if you follow me on Instagram, you know I have a hard core love for my "mommy bags." Some of my favorites are linked below and range in prices from under $50 to the ones you'd splurge on your mama for around $300. The reason I like these bags is they serve far more purpose and functionality than just a traditional diaper bag. I use mine for purses, gym bags, travel bags, etc. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.lily-jade.com/collections/diaper-bags/products/madeline-charcoal-jade" target="_blank">Lily Jade Diaper Bag | Madeline in Grey/Gold</a><br />
<i>Mother's Day Sale going on right now! Other styles/colors available.</i> </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3sgvmcend7" target="_blank">Skip Hop Greenwich Simply Chic Diaper Bag</a><br />
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Now, please keep in mind that this selection is MY PERSONAL STYLE/TASTE. I am well aware that other women prefer different taste in jewelry and that is completely fine. I am sharing these picks with you guys because I get messaged almost daily about them and thought I would be doing everyone a disservice if I did not share. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/cvd3picend7" target="_blank">Monogram Pendant Necklace</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3wpifcend7" target="_blank">Enso Ring Stackable Braided Silicone Rin</a>g<br />
<i>Several color options available</i> </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3wpnncend7" target="_blank">Enso Rings Thin Elements Silicone Ring | Rose Gold</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qvpgcend7" target="_blank">Mama personalized bar necklace</a></td></tr>
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PSA this is probably my favorite section because it is right up my ally. I practically live in workout apparel (even if I don't workout that day). I love a good water bottle. And I just love all the active gear. It makes me even more motivated to be my healthiest and best self. So, if your mama or wife is like me and enjoys these things, this section is for her. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/czu75zcend7" target="_blank">Hangry Muscle Tank</a> </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~am9pA" target="_blank">Active Crisscross Top </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~amceH" target="_blank">Active Cutout Muscle Tee</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~an7h6" target="_blank">Low-impact Striped Sports Bra </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~anEaS" target="_blank">Women's Adidas Primeknit Sneaker</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~anEb1" target="_blank">Women's Adidas Edge Lux Clima Running Shoe</a> </td></tr>
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<i>(We love this water bottle especially for the hot summer days)</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3dhxjcend7" target="_blank">Gymshark Seamless Energy High Waisted Cropped Leggings</a> </td></tr>
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Now I will admit, I have become quite the fan of this latest trend (or maybe it's not the latest trend and I am slow to hop on the band wagon), and that is the RUFFLE SLEEVES. If I could wear a ruffle sleeve shirt every day for the rest of my life, I think I would. They just make you feel feminine in the best way, and are modest and classy as well. Can't beat that. Listed below are my favorites (I own most of these, myself and love them! I will also list sizing info and for reference, I am 5'10" and a true size 6/size medium. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qtmzcend7" target="_blank">Blue Shoulder Ruffle Tee</a><br />
<i>Fits TTS, but size up one if you are busty</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qtk8cend7" target="_blank">Pink Blossom Ruffle Top </a><br />
<i>Fits TTS</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qtj9cend7" target="_blank">Pinstripe Ruffle Tee</a><br />
<i>Fits TTS</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qtiycend7" target="_blank">Twilight Ruffle Top </a><br />
<i>Comes in 2 colors<br />Fits TTS, but size up one if you prefer a longer shirt</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qtijcend7" target="_blank">Sweet Pea Eyelet Top </a><br />
<i>Comes in 2 colors<br />Fits TTS</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c2fb2ccend7" target="_blank">A New Day Women's Ruffle Sleeve T-shirt </a><br />
<i>Comes in 3 colors<br />Fits TTS, but size up one for a longer shirt</i></td></tr>
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Skincare is something I started caring a lot more about in the past year or two. And unless you go under the knife or get injections, you can't get new skin. It's yours for life. So my best advice is to take care of it... Listed below are my favorite skincare products, as well as some products to give your mama a little extra pampering in her life. I think these items would be the makings of a great little gift basket :)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~alnwx" target="_blank">IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/~anwQA" target="_blank">Native Cosmetics Paraben Free + Aluminum Free Deodorant </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/czx5grcend7" target="_blank">BareMinerals BarePRO Concealer </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c2q99bcend7" target="_blank">Patchology FlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels </a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://rstyle.me/n/c3qwydcend7" target="_blank">Grace + Stella Co. Bath Rocks </a></td></tr>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-87999023075761410582018-02-19T08:08:00.001-08:002018-10-18T18:13:50.243-07:00My Postpartum Health Journey After BlairHey friends! I hope everyone has had a great start to <strike>2017 </strike> 2018 (anyone else need about 6 months to get used to writing the new year down, or is it just me?). I talked a little about this on social media, but only when asked. However due to an increased amount of questions wanting to know my weight loss "secrets" and how I jumpstarted it after having Blair, I decided to talk about what was hindering me from losing weight right after birth, and what I did to get my health back on track. I want to preface this by saying I AM NOT BACK TO PRE BABY WEIGHT. I still weigh about 10 pounds above what I weighed when I found out I was pregnant with B. My hips also still have some healing to do, as they are still very wide (explaining why I still cannot wear many of my pre B pants, dresses, and shorts). I am, however, feeling the best I have felt since becoming pregnant and I am as confident as ever that I will be back to my normal self before I know it.<br />
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There are three main things that I want to talk about when it comes to postpartum weight loss - diet, exercise, and HORMONES. </div>
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I nursed Blair until 3.5 months old, and pumped exclusively until 4 months. During this time, I was eating well, but I was also eating a TON of food. I was a bottomless pit. Could not satisfy my hunger if I ate an entire cow. This was something that I was frustrated with because I knew in order for me to lose weight/fat, I needed to be in a slight caloric deficit and I simply wasn't. I was lucky that my weight stayed the same and I did not gain weight... Until I got on a very bad form of birth control, which I will talk about in the Hormones section. It wasn't until I stopped nursing and I got off of hormonal birth control that I started not being hungry all the time and was able to eat at a slight caloric deficit to aide in weight loss. </div>
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During the first few months of Blair's life, I was still trying to figure out the whole "mom of 3 kids" thing. I was exhausted and lack of sleep and energy kept me from doing anything extra related to exercise. I simply did not make that a priority. Yes, I was active. Always going to a ball game or chasing a toddler around the house, etc. But I wasn't doing anything purposeful to exercise and sweat. Once Blair was about 6-7 months, I slowly started getting back into the gym. When I say "slowly," I mean it. I remember the first time I went back, I could only do about 15-20 minutes of walking on the tread mill before I was completely pooped. Fast forward to today, I still don't "work out" as much as I'd like, and this is something I am going to be working on changing in the immediate future. I do, however, workout about 3 times a week and in those days I perform 30-40 minutes of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) either on the treadmill or on the stair master. It is the most efficient way to burn calories and shed fat, in my experience. I also do LISS (Low Intensity Steady State) cardio 3-4 times a week as well. This helps tremendously with shrinking those hips after pregnancy and just a great way to burn some extra calories and stay active during the day. I do not lift heavy weights, as I suffered from some terrible joint issues from my depo provera shot, and I do simple body weight exercises at home almost every day. What I do isn't time consuming or exhausting. My goals are simply to improve my quality of life so I am able to be the best mom I can be for my kids, and so I feel good on the inside. </div>
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I am a firm believer that the hormones part of this puzzle is the biggest one for me this go around. There is just too much coincidence for it not to be. I already talked about how I was nursing and pumping exclusively for four months. I would have gone longer, but Blair was stubborn with the nursing and simply preferred a bottle and with taking care of not one, not two, but three children, pumping exclusively simply was not in the cards for me. So we switched to formula around 4.5-5 months. I remember after weaning both of my boys, I lost 10 pounds in a month without changing anything and when this did not happen with B I was frustrated. I immediately started researching the form of birth control that I got on right after having B called Depo Provera and how it affects hormones and the research was appalling. So, for those of you who have never heard of the depo shot, it is a birth control shot that lasts for up to 12 weeks. So basically, you are getting 3 months worth of birth control in a single day. Can you imagine what that does to your body? Well, you name it, it happened to me. Within days, I started experiencing insane mood swings (poor Tyler), hot flashes, joint pain/discomfort, fatigue (literally zero energy), and yes, weight gain. I didn't gain a lot of weight because I was already carrying 35+ pounds of baby weight, but even 1-2 pounds gained at that time was enough to frustrate me. I finally convinced Tyler to let me get my tubes tied, as a permanent form of birth control that would have zero hormonal side effects. I had that procedure done at the end of September, and my Depo shot ran out in the middle of October. Literally 1 week after my shot ran out, I lost 3 pounds! 3 pounds, you guys. Since then, I have lost 28 pounds (total of 37 pound weight loss since having B). I have a much leveled out appetite and eat a far more sensible amount of calories for my energy expenditure. I eat a lot of cruciferous vegetables, try to get enough sleep, and exercise when I can to keep my hormones right. If you feel like your hormones may be off and may be keeping you from losing weight (because it certainly can!), then don't hesitate to contact me if you need help or have questions in that regard. </div>
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I hope this post helps anyone who is struggling with postpartum weight loss, especially after having their second or third child. It is hard. Its hard on our minds more so than our bodies, in my opinion. When you think you're doing everything right and things are moving the way you want them to, it frustrates you. I get it. My best advice for women who are going through this same thing is to first and foremost remember the big picture. Your health and your baby's health. Look at it longterm, and not just in the short term. Second, focus on the basics - eating REAL food that nourishes you and move your body. Even if you're not losing weight immediately, it is important to form these good habits. Thirdly, I strongly suggest you researching the form of birth control you take before getting it. Look at the side effects. Ask your doctor questions. Ask people who you know have taken that form of birth control. Lastly, give yourself grace. I had to really practice that last one this go around because things simply were not going like I had planned in the weight loss department. When you're in the wellness and nutrition industry, there is an unsaid pressure to look your best and this past year I truly had to give myself grace and focus on my mental health (because all of this was a true mind screwer). Thanks for all of the love and support you guys have given me, and please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about this topic. </div>
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Chauncey Hollisterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11662345349304099006noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5307384496556485371.post-88649134975695417102017-11-13T05:04:00.000-08:002018-10-18T18:14:47.282-07:00Type 1 Diabetes Awareness: Recalling Sawyer's Hypoglycemic-induced Seizure I had initially thought that January 26, 2015 was the "worst day of my life" due to my four year old's diagnosis with Type 1 Diabetes. But I was wrong. So wrong. The worst day of my life was September 16, 2016 (a year and a half post diagnosis) when I thought I was going to lose my baby due to severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).<br />
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It was a typical day for Sawyer, except he did not have his CGM in due to needing a new transmitter. We did everything we needed to do at school to make sure we avoided any lows. When we got home on that day, he was starved and wanted a snack. He chose a healthy snack, a bowl of fruit with some yogurt. After checking his blood sugar and seeing that he was 155, I took it upon myself to be the responsible parent and give my child a small dose of insulin for his roughly 20-25 carb snack. If I had had the resources of the CGM, I would have been able to see that his blood sugar was most likely dropping fast and that he did not need any fast acting insulin with the snack he had. Since there was no CGM, there was no way for me to know that. After Sawyer got his snack, he went outside to play. Within 15 minutes, he came inside saying he was low. I gave him a 15 carb popsicle. As he was eating his popsicle, I was preparing dinner. I was talking with him and noticed that he started talking really funny. I turned around and saw that he was slumped over in his chair at the table and that he had dropped his popsicle on our floor. My heart sank. I rushed to him and held his weak body in my arms and screamed for him to be more alert. He started shaking and tried to get words out but couldn't. I knew immediately what I had to do. I didn't have a chance to cry or act scared. I laid him down on our kitchen floor, put a dish towel under his head, and rolled him over to his side. I immediately grabbed two juice boxes and his glucagon pen. For those of you who are new to this, glucagon is a hormone that is made in the pancreas that brings your blood sugar up when it needs to. Since Sawyer's pancreas is dead, he needs both insulin (to bring blood sugar down) and emergency glucagon (to bring blood sugar up). I immediately gave him his first juice and checked his blood sugar to make sure he needed glucagon. His meter read 26. A low blood sugar is anything under 70. I measured out the glucagon, drew it up, and injected the needle into his abdomen so it would work sooner. My baby was still shaking and his eyes kept rolling back. I gave him the second juice box, then picked up up and held him and kept talking to him and made sure he wouldn't fall asleep or pass out on me. It took 5 minutes for him to start to act sort of normal again. Longest 5 minutes of my life. It took him about another 20 minutes to regain some energy again. And after a full 30 minutes after the glucagon injection, he was back to normal. Blood sugar of 110. I held him a little longer than normal that evening. Once he went to bed, I balled my eyes out. I felt so guilty. I felt like a failure. I felt defeated as a mother and caretaker of a child with Type 1 Diabetes. I kept replaying the scene over and over in my head and thought, "what if I hadn't thought to get the glucagon pen?" "What if he hadn't come inside and told me he was low?" </div>
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This wasn't easy to write. The truth is, I still feel guilty. This is something that I have nightmares at night about still. Something that I have had to talk to doctors about having anxiety over. This is something that I pray over and over to God that it will never happen again. I thank God every single day that he gave me the strength and wisdom I needed to get both Sawyer and myself through those tough moments. I thank him for giving Sawyer a fighting chance. Sawyer has so much life in him and he is meant to live it to the fullest. I am always praying for a cure, but also for continuous strength and wisdom that it takes to take care of a child with this life threatening autoimmune disease.<br />
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