Mommy Review VitaFusion PreNatals

I never used to be one for gummy vitamins. They just seemed so, well, kiddy to me. Then I discovered VitaFusion PreNatals gummies and I kissed my old gigantic traditional pills goodbye. These not only taste amazing but they have no questionable ingredients which is super important to me. For a full lowdown on these chewy candy like vitamins check out the video above.

I found mine at Target but couldn't find them on the Target website. I did find them HERE. 

What prenatals do you use?

XoXo and Happy Friday!!!

Documenting Weight Loss...

 

Earlier in the year I let you guys know that I needed to loose weight for various reasons. For starters I have PCOS, secondly I will be TTC for #2 later on in the year and third because its just what needs to be done. Its a battle though. I decided to start documenting the process with quick vlogs. Not only will this give me something to look back on but it pressures me ( in a good way ) to stay on track and make substantial progress since I will be uploading them for anyone to view. I wont be posting them on this blog regurlary unless that is something that is requested so if you wish to follow along with me you can check them out on my YouTube channel here.

If you are venturing onto a weight loss journey be sure to share your story! Let me know if you are blogging or vlogging about it! We can all help each other.

Mommy Makeover Tip: Banish Mommy Circles

Okay I know that it isn't just mommies who struggle with dark circles underneath their eyes but I thought it was funny to call them mommy circles. Please forgive my nerdy ways. In any case I absolutley had to share my love for Garnier Skin Renew Anti-Dark Circle Roller. I am a hater of concealers. On my skin they always settle, crease and make me look old. But then I discovered this little magic concealing roller and Voila!

• Doesn't crease, smudge or settle.
• Covers up about 90% of my sleep deprived under eye skin.
• Produces a nice cooling effect upon contact with skin.
• A noticeable brightening effect.
• Thin consistency, which I love.

Those are the effects I have noticed on my skin from using this roller for about 5 months now. It contains caffeine, lemon essence and natural pigments.

This mommy gives it 2 thumbs up. But we all are different so please do tell what under eye concealer works for you?

First photo from here. Second photo from here.

2012 TTC Game Plan...

With the new year comes new and exciting plans. TTC plans to be exact. TTC for baby #2 to be even more exact. Its so much fun to start thinking about trying to conceive my second little munchkin. Visions of BFP's, nursery decorating and name picking all dance around my head. But then I remember I have PCOS. Oh that's right...I also remember it took almost 3 years to conceive baby #1. Bummer.

So to up my chances and to aid in a future pregnancy being the healthiest it can be I have a simple game plan.

First, I must loose weight. This is very important to me as I know it effects my PCOS and general health. I need to loose a good 25 lbs before I can even begin to think about trying. I want to loose weight in a healthy manner meaning exercising and eating as many natural unprocessed foods as possible. Soda must be eliminated.

Second, I must start taking prenatal vitamins again. I have not once popped a vitamin since the birth of my daughter 7 months ago. Bad, I know.

Third, I must ensure that I have a positive outlook on life in general. Being positive will lead to not only a better life but a more stress free life. The more stress free you are the higher your chances of conceiving. 

Sounds simple but I know it will be hard. So lastly I must keep in mind that getting through difficult tasks brings great rewards.

More detail on my 2012 pre-TTC journey to follow throughout the year. Stay tuned!

Photo via Pinterest.

Mommy Makeover Tip: H20

We mommies use water on a daily basis for many things. Washing our littles ones, brushing our teeth, watering gardens, making bottles, washing bottles...so many things we do with water.

However, a lot of times we neglect to drink up this crystal clear liquid we sometimes refer to as H2O. Well mommies here is to drinking more water, not only in the name of health but in the name of beauty as well. Drinking lots of ice cold refreshing water not only quenches thirst but it aids in mommy makeovers...I promise.

Beauty benefits of drinking more H2O.

• Clear and radiant complextion
• Detoxifying
• Glossier hair
• Brighter eyes
• Increased energy
• Improved circulation which leads to glowing skin

So mommies...its time to drink up. This easy tip will aid us in looking beautiful which makes us feel better inside and out. Keep chilled water bottles in your purse, at your desk and take one wherever you go. At home? Keep a pretty glass pitcher in your refrigerator.

Make it pretty, add lemon slices or frozen berries. Drink from a pretty glass. Buy a water bottle that you think is adorable. Drink H2O!

All the pretty pictures are from Pinterest!