Get In Shape Girl: Lullaby Exercises by Chicks-N-Chickens (Plus a Giveaway)

*Update*

This giveaway is now closed.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  The winner is Jenna.  Congratulations!

I am a busy mom!  I work part-time, we just bought a house, and I write for several different sites including my own.  So guess what always gets put aside…working out!  I pay for a gym membership every month and it is literally 5 minutes from my house.  Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to get to the gym with my husband’s hectic work schedule. It’s frustrating since I used to work out several times a week.

After my son was born, I aspired to get my baby weight off as quickly as possible, definitely before the end of the first year.  This goal proved to be much more difficult than I had realized.  Chicks-N-Chickens launched a postpartum fitness program on DVD earlier this year, called Lullaby Exercises. I only wish I had known about the program after my son was born so I would not have been so frustrated with the last stubborn 10 pounds.

While it’s likely that your baby will sleep right through Lullaby Exercises, this lively, fun workout is designed to get you moving!  A couple of weeks ago I put my son in the Ergo and we started grooving to the hip tunes of Lisa Phenix.  I have to admit that I’ve never really had much success with fitness DVDs.  I’m quickly learning that if I’m going to get exercise in, I have to do something that offers the flexibility of working out at home.  And at only 35 minutes, you’ll get a decent workout without worrying about your baby getting bored, hungry, or fussy.  The squats are amazing and who knew you could tone your tummy without having to lie down?  Check out a preview!

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I have worn my son since he was born and I’ve learned to do pretty much anything with him in the carrier. Working out with him was a first, and I have to say that I got a really good workout (you know, the kind where you sweat!).  The music and workout are a really nice mix of soothing, fluid movements for babies while still maintaining an upbeat feel.  You’ll dance, sway, stretch and feel good afterwards!  My son was a very fussy baby and I really feel like this would have helped me get him to sleep while getting in some cardio benefits for myself.  While the recommended age for using this program with your baby is eight weeks to one year, my son really enjoyed this (perhaps because he’s so used to being in the carrier).  We laugh and he just enjoys being danced and bounced around.  And I don’t have to go to the gym!

Founder Darcy Novo Albrecht incorporates her years of fitness and “mom” experience into  this program to give moms a creative way to tone and shape their bodies while soothing their babies to sleep.  You can purchase Lullaby Exercises on her site for $29.95.

Win It!  I have a Lullaby Exercises program (including CD and DVD) to give away to one very lucky reader, courtesy of Chicks-N-Chickens. You’re absolutely going to love this!  Head on over to the site and then come back and let me know what you like most about the program or how you think it will benefit you.  Comments will close on November 7, 2008 at 10 pm PST and I will announce the winner here the following day. One comment per person, please. US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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THE House!

I cannot believe that we have finally moved into our very first home.  Jason and I are beyond excited and extremely a tad bit overwhelmed.  We have waited so long and have saved for so many years and it has finally come to fruition.  If you can believe it, we put an offer on this house in July, the day before we left for BlogHer.  We never knew it would take almost 4 months to close and move in.  I have to say that there were times when I really doubted that the house was meant for us.  I knew that buying a foreclosure would take more time than a straight sale, but never realized HOW long and what hoops we’d have to go through to make it happen.  My amazingly patient husband was the one who encouraged me when I lost hope and wanted to give up the entire process.  

Over the weekend we moved from a tiny one bedroom apartment to an almost 1400 square foot house. With new paint, carpet, and some cleaning we were ready to move in.  All I can say is that I’m hoping we don’t move for a very, very long time!  So, without further ado, here are some of the pictures from this weekend.  Please bear in mind that we JUST moved in on Saturday so we are obviously in boxes and pretty much in a mess.  Our son’s room is the worst.  He’s never had so much room to play or throw his toys around.  

BTW…I am a little behind on posting winners but don’t worry…I’ll be catching up in the next day or so since our spotty internet reception has been fixed!  Enjoy!

Innovative Solutions: Mabel’s Labels

My son and I were at Whole Foods the other day and a very nice lady informed me that my son had taken off one of his shoes.  If only we had someone else constantly on the watch for the stuff our kids throw, drop, or misplace.  It’s inevitable…children are going to lose things.  We might as well accept it so that we don’t lose sleep over the $20.00 sippy cup or the $40.00 pair of shoes.

I met Tricia from Mabel’s Labels a few weeks ago while attending Mammalicious in Orange County.  Not only is she friendly and genuine, she is one of the moms behind a fabulously ingenious company.  Just like other moms and dads, the women behind Mabel’s Labels were frustrated with the amount of kid gear that never returned home.  With the state of turmoil our economy is in at present, we are all trying to save money where we can.  I can’t afford to buy duplicates of toys or gear that my son has lost and perhaps you share my sentiment.

Mabel’s Labels are durable, personalized labels for anything and everything that could possibly get lost at school, day care, or elsewhere.  The sticky labels are dishwasher, microwave and UV safe, and the clothing labels are laundry safe.  Tricia took my son’s love for trains and designed an adorable set of blue, green and red labels.  I’ve already stuck his labeled sippy cups in the dishwasher and the labels look new just like they did when I first stuck them on.  

The company has expanded their product line to include personalized stationery products , identification wristbands , and household labels .  I’d like to get some My 411 Wristbands for my son since we just found out he is allergic to penicillin.

I can’t even begin to share with you the diverse array of labels you’ll find at Mabel’s Labels .  Fortunately you can buy combo packs to get you started.

Mabel’s Label’s is also looking for Buzzmama’s to spread the word about the company.  Check out all of the information on the site.

Innovative Solutions: Mabel’s Labels

My son and I were at Whole Foods the other day and a very nice lady informed me that my son had taken off one of his shoes.  If only we had someone else constantly on the watch for the stuff our kids throw, drop, or misplace.  It’s inevitable…children are going to lose things.  We might as well accept it so that we don’t lose sleep over the $20.00 sippy cup or the $40.00 pair of shoes.

I met Tricia from Mabel’s Labels a few weeks ago while attending Mammalicious in Orange County.  Not only is she friendly and genuine, she is one of the moms behind a fabulously ingenious company.  Just like other moms and dads, the women behind Mabel’s Labels were frustrated with the amount of kid gear that never returned home.  With the state of turmoil our economy is in at present, we are all trying to save money where we can.  I can’t afford to buy duplicates of toys or gear that my son has lost and perhaps you share my sentiment.

Mabel’s Labels are durable, personalized labels for anything and everything that could possibly get lost at school, day care, or elsewhere.  The sticky labels are dishwasher, microwave and UV safe, and the clothing labels are laundry safe.  Tricia took my son’s love for trains and designed an adorable set of blue, green and red labels.  I’ve already stuck his labeled sippy cups in the dishwasher and the labels look new just like they did when I first stuck them on.  

The company has expanded their product line to include personalized stationery products , identification wristbands , and household labels .  I’d like to get some My 411 Wristbands for my son since we just found out he is allergic to penicillin.

I can’t even begin to share with you the diverse array of labels you’ll find at Mabel’s Labels .  Fortunately you can buy combo packs to get you started.

Mabel’s Label’s is also looking for Buzzmama’s to spread the word about the company.  Check out all of the information on the site.