Being a WAHM and staying healthy

I am sure many work-at-home-moms find this as difficult as I do. The main problem is we rarely leave the house. We work from home and stay at home with the kids so it is difficult to get out and get that exercise we need! Not to mention, if you live out in the country and get tons of snow like we do, leaving is not an option this time of year!

There is also another problem: eating healthy. While managing 2 businesses from home, sometimes I don't pick the healthiest choices. I do try and cook healthy for the kids, but I refuse to use unnatural ingredients while cooking for the kids. Using natural ingredients adds flavor and sometimes more fat to food. While the kids eat the portions they should, I just grab and go, not noticing how much I am actually eating.

I am also a bad snacker, especially when working. I often like to munch on anything salty or sweet for a quick snack while I check emails.

So, I have decided that I need to live healthier so I feel better and have more energy. It's not impossible. I already identified the problems, now all I have to do is fix it, right? ;)

Here are some of my solutions I have come up with to my problems:

1. Getting out of the house to get me time/exercise. I am looking into local gyms and even though we live out in the country, I found a nearby Curves that I may join. I am going to go check it out and see if I feel comfortable there. Not everyone may feel the need to exercise out of the home, but considering I work from home (and so does Adam) I would like to take the opportunity to get out and do something healthy for myself!

2. Portion control. I have had a membership to Weight Watchers online for awhile because I have used it in the past and it worked. I have not been strict about keeping track of what I put in my mouth. I leave the tracking tools open on my desktop so I have a constant reminder to keep track.

I sometimes do buy ww frozen entrees for myself but I have also started making dinners for myself that are low fat and I enjoy. I make several portions of the same dish and measure it out into containers and freeze.

3. Snacking. I need snacks that are pre portioned. I bought several ww and 100 calorie snacks that are all 2 points so I emptied them all into a bag and I can grab one when I feel the need. I have also taken a look at my eating habits and I make sure I keep enough points for those snacks I crave!

Any WAHMs out there on WW? Leave a comment or connect with me on twitter: http://twitter.com/bubele to support one another!

Bubele Giveaway: Chocolate bodysuit with loop and Snappy

This week's product is the Bubele Bodysuit with loop and Snappy!

Description:
Our super comfortable bodysuits are made from 100% combed cotton and come in colorful colors and patterns. All Bubele bodysuits have our exclusive loop on the side seam for attaching a pacifier or toy.



Contests will end on Fridays at 12am est. A winner will be chosen by random.org
Please leave your email address so that I may reach you if you win!
For extra entries:
1. Twitter about the contest
2. Post in your blog
3. Add the Bubele button to your site/blog (found on bottom right)
4. Post on facebook
5. Follow this blog
Thanks and looking forward to reading comments!!

A video review of the Bubele Bib!

I had the awesome opportunity to work with a new online vblog site called http://www.newbaby.com/
who reviewed some of my products. It's a new site dedicated to mom video bloggers!

A new mom reviewed the Bubele Bib:


Thanks to http://www.newbaby.com/ and new mom Nell from http://casualfridayeveryday.com/

Tuesday Giveaway: Set of 4 Snappies!!

It's time for the Tuesday Bubele Giveaway!



This week's product is the Bubele Snappy. You will receive a set of 4 Snappies (your choice of boy or girl set). I designed the Snappy for the bodysuits with loop but they can snap onto just about anything! Never lose that pacifier again!

Description:
Our snappy string has simple snaps on each end for connecting to anything! Clips slip off and our snappy string is perfect for attaching to our bodysuits with loop and our burpies!
You can never have enough of these! Snap them to your car seat or stroller and have that pacier or toy stay in baby's reach!
Now improved! Third snap in center of string to shorten length!

Contests will end on Fridays at 12am est. A winner will be chosen by random.org

For extra entries:

1. Twitter about the contest

2. Post in your blog

3. Add the Bubele button to your site/blog (found on bottom right)

4. Post on facebook

5. Follow this blog

Thanks and looking forward to reading comments!!

Tuesday is Bubele Giveaway Day!

I have decided to run my own weekly giveaways of Bubele items! What better way to clear out some clearance items and make room for new inventory! I also think it will be a great way to get some added exposure online while giving some products away to moms!

Every Tuesday, I will post a new item. In order to get an entry, you will need to visit the Bubele site and post which item you like best, or simply a comment about the site or an item in general(I love feedback).

Contests will end on Fridays at 12am est.

For extra entries:

1. Twitter about the contest
2. Post in your blog
3. Add the Bubele button to your site/blog (found on bottom right)
4. Post on facebook
5. Follow this blog

Thanks and looking forward to reading comments!!



Today's item:



Bubele Swaddling Wrap



The Bubele Wrap is over sized (42x42") and is 100% breathable combed cotton. It's stretch allows parents to swaddle baby more securely. Fold over to swaddle a newborn. It's generous size allows you to find the right fit for your baby!

This wrap is also great for nursing. I used to throw over my shoulders on a chilly day at the park!