🌲 I’ve decided to make a change. My Instagram and blog will be taking on a new vibe.. I constantly find myself stressing to find new pictures about food and health because that’s what I originally started writing about.

But as I’ve grown I’ve realized what I’m truly passionate about is being outdoors and taking adventures with my kids. I love to travel but I always felt so scared to post about it because that wasn’t my original “niche” and didn’t wanna lose followers.

I don’t wanna feel pressured or limited on what I post so from now on I’ll just be posting WHATEVER I want ✌ Y’all can feel free to continue following me and join in on our adventures or not.. The choice is yours 😘 I appreciate you ALL and I’m so excited for this more freeing perspective 🌸

Hey y’all – My friend Angela over at Mountain Mama Wellness posted this amazing article on a way to help your kiddos destress after all the back to school craziness and I wanted to share it with y’all because I love it and will be using it for my own kiddos who start school this week! *Eeek!

The back to school transition can be hard on everyone! Structure returns in many forms: morning routine, school routine, after school activity routines and lunch making routine! Children are small humans and need time and help to adjust to change just like adults. As adults, we deal with change in a variety of ways but for me allowing the time and space to process the change is so important. I need to feel all the feelings about the change to be able to move forward. When I give myself this space I often process the change much faster. Yoga is a tool I use for this often. I can use the time to move my body and then settle into the quiet space to process my emotions. If we can pass some of this wisdom on to our kids the back to school transition will be easier for everyone.

Yoga is a great tool to help kids transition too. Here is how you can use it with your kids!

1. Do a 10-15 minute asana movement together. This could include some cat and cows, some sun salutations and some balance poses. If you have a regular yoga practice it would be fun for you and your kids to create a flow together. If you would like to follow along with a video check out Cosmic Kids on YouTube, they have a lot of fun themed yoga adventures!

Tree Pose – a kid favourite!

Partner Boat Pose

2. After you flow spend 5-10 breaths sitting quietly just focusing on your breath. These breaths should be slow and deep. Inhale for a count of 5 and exhale for a count of 5. We love using our Hoberman sphere to help the kids visualize the inhales and exhales. You can click here to find it on my amazon list. These breaths are an important practice and will transition to their everyday life. My two year old utilizes her Magic Breaths when she is frustrated or scared!! Magic Breath with Hoberman Sphere

3. Settle into a quiet meditation. Have your kids lie down with something over their eyes, this helps removed one distraction. We love listening to New Horizons meditation on YouTube to help the kids stay focused. It guides them through a visualization that will take them out of their thoughts and into their imagination. This should be time for them to just relax and disconnect. I would suggest starting with just 2-5 minutes and working up from there. Also, gage your child. If you think they need more or less then adjust as needed.

Meditation and Visualization to finish!

Adding a yoga routine to your kid’s weekly routine will help give them the tools to manage the transitions and changes in their life. It is so important to empower them to take control. If they can recognize their feelings they can better communicate how they are feeling and what they need.

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I’ve survived! Oak and Bäer are turning three months old.. It went by incredibly fast and as much as I’ve enjoyed the newborn phase it’s a LOT harder with two, so I am excited they’re getting older 😉

I’m a huge research person – If I’m going to be buying anything I do as much reading up on it as I can, because I like to be prepared. So I did all my hunting for “Twin/Newborn Must Haves” as it’s been awhile since Hudson was a little babe..

But even those lists didn’t prepare me for the chaos that is being a multiples Mama.. That being said I wouldn’t trade it for the world! So to help other Mamas expecting twins soon – Here is a list of products and tactics that got me through! *None of these are affiliate links, I’m genuinely just trying to let y’all know what worked!

1. UpSpring Baby C-Panty High Waist C-Section Support, Recovery & Slimming Panty with C-Section Scar Healing

Y’all, NOT even kidding this was a lifesaver! If you know you’re going to have a cesarean buy these now. With Hudson I had a natural birth so I was in no way prepared for undergoing surgery but these panties not only made me feel human again immediately after because of its slimming compression support but because of the silicone patch that applies pressure to your scar to make it feel less “vulnerable” and sensitive. The silicone actually treats your scars for a flatter and softer appearance.

I’m wearing one as we speak even because it’s still working it’s magic at getting my tummy back to pre-pregnancy size!

2. Baby Brezza Formula Pro

I could not IMAGINE our twin life without our Brezza. Our kids help us make bottles, we aren’t making a mess every time which keeps us from wasting formula, it’s the perfect temperature EVERY TIME and it makes nighttime wakings a brezza (Pun intended). Seriously, if you’re expecting twins GET A BREZZA. (They’re usually really affordable on Facebook Marketplace! Got ours for TWENTY dollars!

3. THE TWIN Z PILLOW – 6 uses in 1 Twin Pillow ! Breastfeeding, Bottlefeeding, Tummy Time, Reflux, Support and Pregnancy Pillow!

I didn’t have this pillow for the first two weeks and MAN was that rough.. As the link above states it literally has 6 uses in one pillow. We’ve used it mainly for bottle feeding and having them together (They can’t sleep without being arms length from each other) **One con is that it is causing their heads to not shape properly, so our Doctor recommend us to discontinue use 😦 But it’s great if you’re only using it in small doses!

4. The Weego TWIN Baby Carrier

Okay.. I am terrified of having a carrier on my back – I never did it with Hudson and I can’t imagine doing it with two babies to keep track of so I was SO excited to find a carrier that had slots for both babies in the front – This has been a LIFESAVER.

5. Twin Table for Two

We. Love. Our. Twin Table for Two! An amazing way for our boys to sit up and eat together! They sleep in it, eat in it and lounge in it. It’s a little pricier but MAN it’s so worth it! And it goes towards an amazing cause, a charity for parents who cannot afford prosthetics because of the creators own beautiful daughter, London.

6. Formulate Shampoo/Conditioner

Obviously we don’t have much time for ourselves after having a baby so I’m really glad that I had found this company before I had my TWO babies.. It’s a subscription service that sends you regular supplies of your own perfectly formulated shampoo and conditioner! Hair feeling drier after babies? Get hydration goal added to your formula! Hair really oily after babies? Add oil control! It’s an awesome subscription service and the only beauty one I use!

Twindom is an amazing roller coaster ride that I wouldn’t change for the world. These two little guys are the biggest blessings and these products have made it SO much easier than I could’ve imagined!

I’ve needed all the help I can get with this pregnancy. Carrying twins is no joke but it is such an amazing experience feeling both of my little guys moving and growing together.. They’ll undoubtedly be best friends when they’re born and I cannot wait to see their faces!

Throughout this pregnancy I’ve had some major cravings and Bundle Organics Mom-To-Be Bites were there with amazing ingredients that all have a purpose that ensure that I feed my maternal wellness with deliciously organic nutrition in every bite!

Along with cravings I also struggled with extreme nausea and heartburn – Bundle Organics has teas to soothe the symptoms of both which made life way more bearable!

Now that my boys could be here any minute I’m already beginning to stock up on their nursing products.. I was told I’ll have to have a c-section because my boys are both breech and not showing any signs of turning and with this they warned me that there is a chance that my milk could not come in immediately or not as plentiful as needed – So I’m really happy to have nursing products with natural ingredients to pack in my hospital bag to help me as much as possible!

I absolutely adore Bundle Organics, not just for keeping women’s needs at every stage in mind but because of their extreme thoughtfulness that went into their ingredients. They’ve sincerely got Mamas and their babies health as a priority. Companies like this really make you feel valued which really creates a trustworthy relationship that keeps you wanting more!

Their Mission Statement says it all:

We are Bundle Organics, and we are on a mission for motherhood. To nourish and comfort. To support and encourage. To entice and delight with certified organic, non-GMO snacks and beverages made with functional, flavorful ingredients and one woman in mind: you.

Because at Bundle, it all begins with mom. From fertility and pregnancy to nursing and beyond, our products are crafted by food lovers and designed with a renowned OB/GYN to keep you safe and satisfied through every stage of motherhood. Wherever you’re at, Bundle will be.

(I was compensated as a partner for this post, however all opinions are my own!)

My favorite restaurant in Denver is Ocean Prime. Their Larimer Square location is gorgeous, classy and the staff is literally perfect. We’re making plans to visit in February for our Anniversary/Valentine’s celebration and Ocean Prime is always our tradition!

So to spread the love wanted to share their amazing 2019 Valentine’s Specials! First, is their “Cupid’s Kiss” cocktail – A delicious love inspired beverage made with prickly pear puree, lemon, St. Germain, prosecco, and orange bitters ($13).

Next, their amazing appetizer – Chargrilled oysters (6-piece), served with Worcestershire Sauce, butter, and parmesan ($24) *drooool* I wish I could have shellfish *cry*

End it with their incredible entrees with your choice of Waygu NY strip (6-oz.) served with lobster ravioli, charred broccolini, and lemon tarragon sauce ($60) or the Roasted Sea Bass over Alaskan King Crab Gnocchi with Champagne Cream served with baby carrot salad topped with a preserved lemon pepper vinaigrette ($60)

Then top off your exquisite romantic dinner with their decadent raspberry marble cheesecake with a macadamia nut crust ($13)

You know how busy Valentine’s can be so reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling: (303) 825-3663 (Ocean Prime Larimer Square), or: (303) 552-3000 (Ocean Prime DTC), or by visiting: https://www.ocean-prime.com/reservations.

Enjoy the delicious food and charming atmosphere while spending time with the one you love most. You’ll make it a tradition too once you try it – No need for thanks 😉