Life, Love, and a little bit of Aloha

This week Alex has met a lot of new faces. Spending time with her great-grandparents while they are in town and old friends visiting as well. I had my first beach day without the babe (she is still too young) and it felt amazing to relax and get in the ocean- the water is so cold!

Though it may seem easy, nursing in public is extremely hard. As much as I would love to just flash everyone to make it easy on myself I try my hardest not to make everyone uncomfortable. This week we have been out of the house a lot and finding clothes to wear out of the house that are easy to nurse in is actually pretty hard to come by in my closet. But a definite nursing essential is a Bravado bra. I picked mine up at Target. I have tried so many other bras but these are the most comfortable and also easy to sleep in too.

Alex was given a very beautiful Hawaiian quilt that we now have hanging in her room. If you are ever interested in simple and colorful quilts, pillows, etc. take a look at Hawaiian Quilt Company. They are a little pricey but they are known for their great quality.

Winter Weather

I saw this picture and it made me laugh because I have been hearing so much about snow and blizzards this winter and, well, its just been the same here. Sunny and warm.

Lucky we live Hawaii.

not sure who to give credit to for this picture but thanks, it made me smile!

Life, Love, and a little bit of Aloha

Can it be possible that my 2 month old has a tooth coming in? Alex has been rather fussy lately, drooling like crazy, and I see a little white under the surface of her lower gum. Well, I think I see white, every time I try to feel it with my finger she starts sucking on it.

As the weather is getting warmer and all I can think about is how little clothing I want to be in (according to my car 88 degrees yesterday). I came across this breezy dress. I love this vintage aloha print and how comfortable it looks.

Maybe I have just been craving it this week but a definite Hawaiian must is always Giovanni's Shrimp truck in Kahuku. What I would do for some shrimp scampi and rice right about now...

Losing the Baby Weight- Food

 For Breakfast:

Plain Greek Yogart
Handful of Blueberries and strawberries
A little granola
and some honey










For Lunch:

Mixed greens and kale
Carrot shreds
some boiled beets
avocado
and a simple balsamic, dijon mustard dressing








For Snack:

Some homemade bruschetta (tomatoe, basil, garilc, olive oil, balsamic vin, and a little pepper) on little bread crisps.

OR

Mixed berry, spinach, pineapple, banana, yogart, carrot juice smoothie



For Dinner:

Shrimp stir fry on quinoa
(Shrimp, bell peppers, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, a little teriyaki sauce)

Losing the Baby Weight- Exercise

On a budget like me? Well if you can't go take yoga classes at your local studio here is a great video for stretching:

During my pregnancy my friend let me borrow her yoga video. This video has pre and postnatal workouts that aren't that difficult but really help to stretch you out in the right places like hips, back, and arms... everything that aches from carrying your new baby around.

This past week I was able to set out time everyday to stretch out. The yoga practice is only about 30 minutes so I would either do it while Alex was napping or just put her on the ground next to me. This week... I know its only Tuesday but I am not doing quite as good as last week.

Lately

According to my iphone.
Big girl sitting alone. Dane and Alex sleeping.
Octopus friend. That face.
Smiley girl. First night in her crib.
The cutest bootie ever! Alex, confused.

Life, Love, and a little bit of Aloha

I was told my daughter is the same size as an average 4 month old. I have been working hard to cut out the unnecessary sweets and this week Dane brought home a Costco size box of doughnut holes. He is mean.

Totally in love with my new sewing machine. It is a Singer and my in-laws gave it to me for Christmas. I have been making pillow covers, curtains, and even some fun onesies for Alex. I am even trying to find some material so that I can try to make a bikini...

Fighting Eel is a local clothing company. It was started by a couple of girlfriends who went to the University of Hawaii and has just continued to grow. They now have 2 shops on island. They are a favorite of mine because they use soft, stretchy fabrics in colorful solids and stripes!

Losing the Baby Weight: Food

For Breakfast:

1/3 cup of steel cut oats
handful of chopped almonds
handful of blueberries
handful of blackberries
with some cinnamon on top

If it tastes too dry, or I dont have berries, I add a little 100% pure maple syrup

For Lunch:

Egg, bean, rice tacos
Add a little salsa and some avocado.

Fiber and protein, good for me and good for the baby!











For Snacks:

Fruit, satisfies my sweet craving after a meal.

Papaya or Banana with some peanut butter.
(I read eating a papaya a day will help reduce your chances of getting cervical cancer.)






 For Dinner:

I know this doesn't look appetizing. Bad lighting too. But it was actually really good and I finally found a way to prepare Kale that Dane likes!

Chicken with mushrooms and capers with a white wine sauce, quinoa, and steamed Kale with minced garlic and a dash of balsamic vinegar.