Let’s make Earth Day everyday and continue to make lifestyle changes to reduce are carbon footprint. These changes will save you money, improve your health and even help you be more active. The BabyFit community and Resource Center has great suggestions to Go Green.
BabyFit would love to hear steps you have taken to make your household more green and how you’ve included your children in the process. Share with us the changes you have made and the benefits to your family.
Visit the BabyFit Cafe (http://tiny.cc/dbbt3) today for tips and suggestions on going green.
4.21.2010
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"I recycle as much as i can i even recycle yogourt containers." -- ABDOSMOM
"My son (2) has begun recycling for us in the house. He loves to sort it all and is a big help. We've gotten down to only 1 bag of trash a week and that includes diapers." -- TEACHERKIM4U
BabyFit will be offering a Busy Mom Boot Camp in May to help you set a consistent fitness schedule. Busy Mom Boot Camp is a 4 week program to help you build a consistent exercise routine. It's a daily commitment that includes a 10 minute exercise video and five days of cardio exercise of your choice. Our program is suitable for pregnant women, women who are trying to conceive or who are postpartum. No matter what stage of life you are in, this program will work for you.
We are looking for team leaders and would love for you to get involved – send a MommyMail to BabyFit if you are interested.
4.13.2010
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"Are there group leaders and groups meeting for "Busy Mom Boot Camp" in June or July?" -- 2SURFSRH
Join us on Facebook and show your support for your favorite healthy pregnancy site by becoming a fan of our page. Help us by telling your BabyFit friends about our fan page, too!
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4.13.2010
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The change of seasons is in full swing and so is your household. New
schedules, teachers and extracurricular commitments create a flurry of
activity that can take on a life of its own, making fitness and nutritional
choices even more important for you and your family and often more difficult
to carry out.
BabyFit realizes that this is a time of adjustment, and we want to know how
you juggle the demands of a new school year. What has been working for your
family? Share a personal update on your BabyPage blog and create a link to
your blog by leaving a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment
linking to your story, you'll be able to share your story with your BabyFit
friends, and you will be eligible to receive a prize from
BabyFit.
9.14.2009
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"One of my best strategies is using a four colored pen to organize my calendar." -- TANYA_BABYFIT
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. We realize that not all
mothers can offer the gift of breastfeeding to their little ones, but at the
same time we want to applaud those who are able and willing to do so. This
month, we want to hear your breastfeeding Success Stories. Share something
that will inspire other mothers and raise awareness to the benefits of
breastfeeding.
Post your story in your blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to your
blog by leaving a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment
linking to your story, you'll be able to share your story with your BabyFit
friends, and you could receive a prize from BabyFit.
8.17.2009
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"Hi, here is my experience of breastfeeding......." -- SARAH0
"Sorry about that. I hvae changed the privacy settings now. Hope this works. :)" -- NEWEXP
"I had a very tough start to breastfeeding, so my story is about perseverance. It wasn't easy, but I refused to quit!" -- POSITIVEKRISTA
"NEWEXP's blog is private, so it's unable to inspire many.
A note for all: It may be helpful if you want to enter the blog contest, to change your privacy settings to allow your blog to be read by the public. That way we can all share in one another's successes." -- ECLECKTIC1
"Here is my story. Hope it inspires some other moms to give it a try.
With summer more than halfway over, many families are thinking of vacations. Whether you are already home or you're still counting down the days, the trips you take will create lasting memories for your family. Before your memories fade like your summertime suntan, BabyFit encourages you to take a few precious moments to record a summer memory on your BabyPage that you can share with friends, send to family or simply put in the bank for one of those rainy days to come.
Post your story in your blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to your blog by posting a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment linking to your story, you'll be able to share your story with your BabyFit friends, and you could receive a prize from BabyFit.
7.14.2009
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"We took our 2 and 4 year old boys to Storyland in NH again this year and reinforced what a perfect place this is for little ones. The rides are all appropriate for the little guys, and enjoyable for Mom and Dad too. Even at 7 months pregnant there was little that I couldn't do! Of course, it was all set in the beautiful mountains wqith amazing views and plenty of outdoor places to explore. I recommend it to anyone with small children!" -- NICKNBENSMAMA
"We took our first family vacation with some help from my in-laws!
Mothers know how to melt the hearts of their boys, encourage the dreams of their girls and still find time to be there for their own moms, sisters and girlfriends. For those of us lucky enough to have a mother in our lives, each day is like Mother’s Day.
Thankfully, our society sets aside one day each year to focus on moms: cooking what they like to eat, buying gifts they like to receive, and sharing words in cards and champagne toasts that remind them just how special they are to us. Take this opportunity to reflect on Mother’s Day as a daughter and a mother and share a favorite thought or memory with your BabyFit community.
Post your story as a blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to your blog by posting a comment on the BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment linking to your story, you'll be able to share your story with your BabyFit friends, and you could be selected to receive BabyFit gear of your choice.
5.12.2009
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"My Mother's Day was a wonderful time of spending quality time with the children and doing things together which is what I really love.
The customs are different here in Japan for Mother's Day, but we are learning to make our own customs and traditions and make sure they really mean something special to us!
"Let's see... Mother's Day this year...? I took DS to church with me (DH only goes for holidays and special events like if I'm performing). 22 mo old DS "made" me a card in Suday school, I had to trace his hands on the inside then he scribbled on the outside for me. Whe I got home DH met me outside and said he'd hoped to have more of my gift done by the time I got home but he would show me anyway. My gift was a ladder. Yes, a ladder. Oh and putting boards up in the rafters to make storage space t..." -- JNO225
"My husband and kids took me to the beach for a relaxing afternoon. I loved being out of the house having family time." -- SAMANTHABABYFIT
"I found out that my husband has had a special friend since 3 month after we were married. I have been married for just about 4 years and have a 2 and 3 year old and one on the way. WHat the heck is a girl to do? Not the ideal mothers day. " -- LAURAMANDILE
"As a first time mother this mother's day was very special to me. I finally was a MOM and could celebrate that accomplishment with all the other mothers in my church. I finally had a true appreciation for what that word really means, it is great!!!" -- ALLEY_I
The media has been abuzz about the swine flu, which has sickened and killed
people in the United States, Mexico and elsewhere. From cable channels to
newspapers, stories of the flu outbreak are everywhere, but much confusion
remains.
What is swine flu? Should I be worried? What exactly is a pandemic? How am I
supposed to know what's sensational TV and what's a legitimate danger?
Harvard Medical School has written an article that explains the disease, its
origins, treatment and dangers. Plus, learn about symptoms of the flu and
precautions to help keep you healthy. Their article answers all your FAQs
about swine flu to debunk rumors and help you rest easy.
Guess what, Moms? BabyFit is now on Facebook. We've had some unofficial groups and fan pages for awhile, but we're happy to announce that BabyFit.com now has an official fan page.
Support your favorite healthy pregnancy website by becoming a fan of BabyFit.com today!
"pls give me babyfit's current link to facebook. the link posted, is either expired or is not found......... i have tried to join babyfit on facebook to no avail." -- BETTYBABE
"pls give me babyfit's current link to facebook. the link posted, is either expired or is not found......... i have tried to join babyfit on facebook to no avail." -- BETTYBABE
Moms can be bombarded with information, tips and suggestions on how to care for a newborn. Registries are filled with “must have” items and magazines trumpet the latest solutions, but there is little that can replace real-life experience. Take this opportunity to share something with the BabyFit community that you wish you would have known before your baby came. Make a contribution from the world of hard knocks and make another mother’s day.
Post your story in your blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to your blog by posting a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment linking to your story, you'll be able to share your story with your BabyFit friends, and you could receive BabyFit gear of your choice.
4.20.2009
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"I wish I would have known how to take things a little LESS seriously....everything in the beginning to me was such a BIG deal....looking back, I was a mess of hormones and lack of sleep. This time around, I will take it one step at a time and enjoy every single minute. I wish someone would have told me how many washcloths babys go through! Or how its pointless to buy tons of newborn clothes. ! Or how you can mourn when your child weans from the breast ( I cried for days after we put Jacob on a c..." -- SARABEARA
"I wish I would have started doing my research about breastfeeding sooner, since my son came a month early. This was my first child and I was so unprepared, I didn't know that when your milk comes in the first couple of days are extremely vital and determine the rest of your supply. I would have been more dedicated in getting my son to latch on" -- JOHANNA2737
"I wish I would have known that no matter how much you plan, there is no way to control what happens when you decide bring another child into the world.
Before I had my first child, I never thought it was possible for me to have a child with severe disabilities, and I certainly never thought I would give birth to twins. It CAN happen to you.
And while you are pregnant, you have such dreams for the little one on the way, but in reality, your child's future, just like his/her gender, is bey..." -- CALLYSUE
"That breastfeeding is not easy. I thought it would just happen easily but my milk came in late and my daughter started to refuse breastfeeding. I didn't have a pump and I waited a day to send my hubby out for a hand pump. By then my body thought I wasn't going to nurse so in the end I never got my milk supply up especially with a hand pump. I didn't know it was all based on supply and demand. With my son, I left the hospital with a pump - he nursed wonderfully, my milk came in on time and I have..." -- TALTICE
"I love being pregnant, I wish someone had told me that the last 6-8 weeks of pregnancy you don't want to be touched at all. TMI I know but I cringed about the 34th week when DH wanted to make magic. I wanted to scream leave my chest alone. I do Love my DH with all my heart, and he is a wonderful husband, it was just part of being pregnant." -- #3UNKNOWN
A hard working Mom spends her energy and resources pouring herself out
for her loved ones. While expecting, she gives her body as a living
vessel that provides nourishment, warmth and protection. Even when she is
working on something completely unrelated to her child, she is thinking
about their needs and wants, development, milestones, birthday parties,
dietary restrictions, growing feet, etc. There is no overtime or hazard
pay for being in the trenches, but there are those moments when
everything calms down and we can enjoy the simpler pleasures of just
being a Mom. Post a blog topic about something wonderful, inspiring,
ironic, meaningful or just plain silly from the wonderful world of You.
Post your story in your blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to your
blog by posting a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment
linking to your story you'll be able to share your story with your
BabyFit friends, and may have a chance to receive BabyFit gear of your
choice.
3.9.2009
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"I have a real life thought to share. Check out my blog entry 3/31/09. Be Blessed" -- PWASH0502
"I have a blog entry from the Wonderful Word of Me! Just click on my baby page! Enjoy!" -- JENNASTEPH
"Here's my entry from a typical "day in the life" - Enjoy!
Spring is almost here, and with warmer weather comes charity run and walk season! Have you signed up for a charity run or walk? If so, give yourself a big pat on the back and then tell everyone about it by posting in the Moms Give Hope team!
If you haven't signed up yet, BabyFit and the Moms Give Hope team encourage you to select an event that will challenge your body and allow you to support a cause that you feel strongly about. Remember to share your story and any fundraising needs in the Moms Give Hope Team.
Not ready for a race? No worries! You have time to train. BabyFit has guides for of all fitness levels.
This is a great time of year to do something positive for your body, your family and your community. To show our support, BabyFit will give a BabyFit baseball cap to any mom who participates in a charity event and posts about it in the Moms Give Hope Team.
Have more questions? Please read the Moms Give Hope team guidelines.
3.9.2009
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As mothers, we show our love in all we do for our children and families.
However, when we are caught up in diaper changing, feedings, naps and
loving instruction, there is little time remaining to pause and reflect
on the ways our children touch our hearts and inspire us. Though we say
kind and loving words each day, we often don't take time to immortalize
them on paper.
Use this Valentine's Day as an opportunity to write a letter to the loves
of your life: your children.
Share your feelings with your little ones by writing a love letter to
them in the form of a blog post. Write about the first time you heard
their heartbeat or how much you love the hugs you get as they're running
out to play. Add a favorite photo and either read it to them or save it
to share at another special time.
Post your Valentine in your blog on your BabyPage, then share a link to
your blog by posting a comment on our BabyFit BabyPage. By posting a comment linking to your Valentine you'll be able to share your Valentine with your BabyFit friends, and may have a chance to receive BabyFit gear of your choice.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
2.1.2009
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"Hello Ladies,
Thank you for sharing such wonderful words of inspiration. Read others blogs for touching stories. We'll be randomly selecting a few of you today to receive BabyFit gear. Thank you for participating.
"Such a sweet idea, I've written a letter for my two little Peanuts, Abigayle and Austin. I've read it to them, and printed copies to put in their scrapbooks :)" -- JACKIE02
"I love this idea! I wrote one each for both my daughters: For Maren: http://tinyurl.com/ce2rdg and for Bryn: http://tinyurl.com/aqsm2s" -- MAPLE_LEAF_MAMA
"This is the best Valentine's Day yet! I am complete!" -- LORICHM
Healthy Babies Start with Healthy Moms" is our motto, so BabyFit is challenging the women in our Community to set a goal with that in mind. What can you do become a healthier mom in 2009?
Here's how to join the BabyFit Healthy Mom Challenge.
1. Set your goal. How will you be a healthier mom in 2009? Create a goal that is realistic for you. Consider nutritional, fitness or overall life management goals. Below are small changes that can make an impact on how you feel on a day-to-day basis.
Eat an extra serving of fruits and vegetables each day.
Limit sweets to one serving per day.
Reduce the amount of soda that you drink--or eliminate soda.
Drink eight cups of water a day.
Exercise every day for at least 10 minutes.
Do strength training twice a week.
Take a yoga or Pilates class once a week.
Learn a new form of cardio exercise.
Write in a journal once a week.
Read an encouraging article on BabyFit.
Meditate once a week.
Read one motivational or self help book.
2. Share your goal in a MommyTeam. Encourage our Community to hold you accountable. Post status updates throughout the year. Encourage other Team members to set goals as well. Be an inspiration for others; perhaps your goal will encourage another member!
Suggested MommyTeams to join:
Postpartum Weight Loss
Keep Fit During Pregnancy
Fit Mamas
Racing Mommies
Yoga Moms
Getting Fit First
Eat More to Lose More While Breastfeeding
On My Way to 100 Miles
3. Share your goal in the BabyFit Monthly Team Challenge MommyTeam. By sharing your goal with the challenge Team, you'll be entered into a drawing for BabyFit gear. The drawing will be held on February 1, 2009, and some of your goals will be featured on the site.
12.31.2008
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Blogging or journaling on your Babypage is a great way to share what's new in your family to your friends and family members. Including a picture is also a great way to make your entry come to life.
Since friends and family can subscribe to your Babypage and get a notice when you make an update, they will always know when you have updated your blog/journal as well.
Another great feature is the ability for friends and family to reply to the blog/journal to let you know they have been there and shared in your life just a bit. So give the blog/journal a try as a way to update your friends and family in the new year.
12.17.2008
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BabyFit will be offering a Busy Mom Boot Camp in May to help you set a consistent fitness schedule. Busy Mom Boot Camp is a 4 week program to help you build a consistent exercise routine. It's a daily commitment that includes a 10 minute exercise video and five days of cardio exercise of your choice. Our program is suitable for pregnant women, women who are trying to conceive or who are postpartum. No matter what stage of life you are in, this program will work for you. 
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. We realize that not all 
Spring is almost here, and with warmer weather comes charity run and walk season! Have you signed up for a charity run or walk? If so, give yourself a big pat on the back and then tell everyone about it by posting in the Moms Give Hope team! 
As mothers, we show our love in all we do for our children and families. 
Blogging or journaling on your Babypage is a great way to share what's new in your family to your friends and family members. Including a picture is also a great way to make your entry come to life. 
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