Throwback
Andrea
4:33 PM
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For #tbt, I thought it would be appropriate to dig up this sweet picture from 5 years ago!
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My sweet sisters enjoying their summer at the pool : )
April 25, 2013
April 19, 2013
I love to snack...I would much rather graze all day than eat meals. Better choose the right snacks though :)
Here are a few ways I have cut calories while still enjoying a treat.
Vanilla Almond Milk
Alright, I love coffee. I need my fix every morning. I also love flavored creamers, but when I realized I was drinking around 200 calories, I knew something had to change! Silk's vanilla almond milk was perfect-good flavor without all the calories. No, it's not exactly like flavored creamer, but it does the job. And, I'm starting to actually enjoy good coffee instead of good creamer! I use about 1/4 cup.
90 calories for 8 ounces
Special K Cracker Chips
I'm the kind of person that likes to have a little *crunch* with my sandwich. Typical potato chips are high in calories with a serving size of like...7 chips. Are you kidding me? These bad boys are only 110 calories and you can have 30! THIRTY! Now that's a serving. There is a new flavor-Honey BBQ-I must try!
110 calories for 30 (THIRTY!) chips
Yoplait Greek Yogurt
Yes, please! Greek yogurt is an awesome treat because it is packed with protein to keep you full for longer. Plus...it's tasty. I'm usually a Chobani girl, but I've cut about 40 calories per serving by switching. And 40 calories counts! Yoplait Greek is smooth and creamy-a very good greek yogurt choice. Yum-o
100 calories per container
Skinnny Cow Cookies 'n Cream
We all need some dessertevery night
from time to time. I mean real dessert...not some stupid fruit covered
in fat free whipped topping. I am obsessed with Skinny Cow products. My
favorite Cookies 'n Cream ice cream sandwich is delish. And BIG! Like, a
real ice cream sandwich.
150 calories for 1 sandwich
Of course, our old friends fruits and veggies are always a good option for snacking, and very nutritious. But sometimes, you just need a little something else.
Happy Snacking!
Here are a few ways I have cut calories while still enjoying a treat.
Alright, I love coffee. I need my fix every morning. I also love flavored creamers, but when I realized I was drinking around 200 calories, I knew something had to change! Silk's vanilla almond milk was perfect-good flavor without all the calories. No, it's not exactly like flavored creamer, but it does the job. And, I'm starting to actually enjoy good coffee instead of good creamer! I use about 1/4 cup.
90 calories for 8 ounces
I'm the kind of person that likes to have a little *crunch* with my sandwich. Typical potato chips are high in calories with a serving size of like...7 chips. Are you kidding me? These bad boys are only 110 calories and you can have 30! THIRTY! Now that's a serving. There is a new flavor-Honey BBQ-I must try!
110 calories for 30 (THIRTY!) chips
Yes, please! Greek yogurt is an awesome treat because it is packed with protein to keep you full for longer. Plus...it's tasty. I'm usually a Chobani girl, but I've cut about 40 calories per serving by switching. And 40 calories counts! Yoplait Greek is smooth and creamy-a very good greek yogurt choice. Yum-o
100 calories per container
Skinnny Cow Cookies 'n Cream
We all need some dessert
150 calories for 1 sandwich
Of course, our old friends fruits and veggies are always a good option for snacking, and very nutritious. But sometimes, you just need a little something else.
Happy Snacking!
April 12, 2013
It's about time for me to get excited about getting fit again! I'm bringing back my Fitness Friday series in hopes that it will keep me motivated! Summer is around the corner, and I have no excuse for maternity wear this year ; )
Skinny Spinach Ziti
(adapted from SkinnyTaste)
What You'll Need:
12 oz ziti noodles
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp olive oil
3 cloves minced garlic
10 oz frozen spinach, thawed
1 tsp oregano
2 tbsp fresh chopped basil
8 oz fat free ricotta cheese
1/4 C Parmesan cheese
2 C part skim mozzarella
What You'll Do:
1. Preheat oven to 375. Spray a 9x13 dish.
2. Cook pasta according to directions (al dente).
3. In a medium saucepan: saute garlic with the olive oil. Add chopped spinach, salt & pepper to taste, tomatoes, basil and oregano.
4. Combine sauce with pasta, then add 1 cup of mozzarella, parm cheese & ricotta. Transfer to 9x13.
5. Top mixture with remaining 1 cup mozzarella.
6. Bake 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are slightly brown.
Serves:8
WW points plus: 8
Calories: 296
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| photo adapted from SkinnyTaste |
April 10, 2013
Spring is Here!
Andrea
12:18 PM
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Y'all, please tell me that you have been enjoying this gorgeous weather! I know we have been taking full advantage of the sun and mild temperatures :)
After what felt like a looong winter, we are so ready to enjoy our spring and upcoming summer!
Family picnic at Fowler Park
New treat for my big girl
After what felt like a looong winter, we are so ready to enjoy our spring and upcoming summer!
April 06, 2013
Ten Months
Andrea
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It's hard to believe I have a ten month old. My little baby is quickly becoming a toddler...this Mama is not ready for that!
10 months old
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| Please excuse my photos...lighting was terrible that morning! |
Eating: My little bug LOVES to eat! Pureed foods are about to become a thing of the past as Peyton enjoys finger foods the most! You name it, she will eat it. I'm still trying to introduce new food groups slowly to monitor possible allergies, but she typically eats whatever we are eating! Favorite go-to foods: cheese quesadilla, grilled cheese, peas & carrots, banana, chicken bits, yogis, puffs, and waffles! I have dropped an afternoon nursing session, so she nurses 3 times a day now.
Sleeping: No changes in her schedule! (Although Peyton is starting to wake earlier and earlier...?). We start our day around 7:00am, nap 10:00-11:30 and 2:30-4, then bed around 7pm. I can really tell that P feels secure when we are on schedule...she knows what to expect and that her needs are being met!
FUN!
Teeth: Still just two on the bottom. It certainly doesn't stop her from eating though...she just gums everything! :)
Favorite Toys: Miss P has rediscovered her Fisher Price Activity Table since we put the legs on it! From her overflowing toy box, she typically chooses the Kleenex box, dish towel, and bottle of lotion... Why do we even buy toys?!
Skills: Peyton's fine motor skills are still on track, and she has begun to pull up (with some assistance). She can easily stand while holding on and is beginning to cruise...slowly. She says "hi" and calls everything "cat" and LOVES to nod.
It's clear that P can now follow simple directions (as in-"Leave the dog dish alone").
"No ma'am, leave that sign alone"
Happy Times: P loves to practice her new standing skill! She is slowly becoming a little more independent and I am really hoping this clingy phase is almost over! <Fingers crossed> This kiddo still absolutely LOVES the water, and we just moved her to a big girl bathtub!
We have started to introduce a little more TV time and she loves The Baby Channel.
Unhappy Times: When P gets 'scolded' she usually shows her attitude, then gets her feelings hurt (see above picture!). This last month was very difficult for our family as we just couldn't shake this respiratory infection...so I think everyone was a little needy and on edge :)
Months 1-10
Stats: Peyton still weighs 18 pounds. Our pediatrician assured us that this plateau in weight is normal and that she might only gain 2-3 pounds in the next YEAR!
Still in 9 and 12 mo clothing.
My sweet girl,
You have officially been here for longer than you were in my belly...that's a hard reality to face because I still think of you as my tiny newborn! There are days when I long for that newborn time again-when all you did was sleep-but I have so enjoyed watching you grow and develop. You certainly keep your Daddy and me entertained as your sense of humor is beginning to emerge. You are becoming a goofy girl, and we love it!
Always,
Mama and Daddy
March 11, 2013
Swim Lessons
Andrea
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Our little P bug continues to love the water, so I was super excited when a swim class opened up at the YMCA...just in time for summer!
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| {Yes, this is the same bathing suit from when she was 3 months old! We just made it work} |
The class is for babes 6 months-2 years, and is meant to get them comfortable in the water and start to learn some basic 'survival' skills. I don't think Peyton will be swimming laps anytime soon ; )
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Well, she LOVED it! I think she was the youngest one in her class, and definitely the happiest and most comfortable in the water! P splashed, kicked, and screeched with joy! She was so giddy!
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This kiddo is fearless in the water-I have a feeling we will be at the neighborhood pool a lot this summer! This class will provide a good basis for P, and hopefully she will be ready for some real swimming skills in a year!
March 05, 2013
Nine Months
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9 months old
Eating: Peyton eats "big girl food" for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. She has snacks in between meals and I still breastfeed her with each meal and at night before bed. P has never refused anything I feed her, and gobbles up every bit. Her favorites are yogurt with apples, and she loves finger foods!
Sleeping: We are now on a "by the clock" schedule, which is so nice when I want to plan things ahead of time. P wakes around 7am, naps from 10-11:30 and 2:30-4. Bedtime is 7:30. She really thrives on this schedule :)
Planning her escape
Teeth: Still just two on the bottom. Every time I check for top teeth, I nearly lose a finger. I think I'll just wait and see what happens!
Favorite Toys: Peyton LOVES books, especially touch 'n feel. She also loves magazines, cell phones, and Rowen's food & water bowls. And electrical cords :)
Skills: P loves to wave, point, and clap. She easily feeds herself finger foods, and is still signing "milk"-which I think means "food". Peyton is becoming more mobile, but is not yet crawling on all fours. No worries-her inchworm/army crawl gets her around just fine. She is starting to pull up to her knees. She is blabbering all the time, and loves to practice the word 'cat'.
I'm outta here
Happy Times: P is always happy when she's eating. She loves spending one on one time with us, reading books. Ride the horsey is definitely a favorite! As always, being out socializing is the best! I can't wait for the weather to warm up a little so we can spend more time outside!
Unhappy Times: Well, this is where we've had a lot of changes. I'm not sure if it's her recent illness (respiratory, ear, and eye infections) or just a stage, but Peyton has become incredibly clingy. The days of independent play are gone. It's difficult to get things accomplished...so I'm really hoping this is a phase that will pass! Her little 'tude is starting to show, too...we are in for it!
Months 1-9
Stats: P weighs 18 pounds (weighed at her sick visit; we will have more stats at her well visit this week). 9 and 12 month clothing!
My Dear P-bug,
I can hardly believe you have been here for 9 months! Daddy and I love to watch you grow and learn new skills. At lunch today, I was shocked to look over and see our big girl drinking out of a sippy cup and eating peas and puffs. Wow...when did that happen? I'm glad you find comfort in us, and I look forward to you becoming an independent little lady. We love you so much sweet girl!
