Mother's Day 2018

"As it stands, motherhood is a sort of wilderness through which each woman hacks her way, part martyr, part pioneer; a turn of events from which some women derive feelings of heroism, while others experience a sense of exile from the world they knew." - Rachel Cusk

My daughter was sick on Mother's Day and I felt so bad.  Both of my kids were supposed to  serve at the mass  on that day but since big sister  was sick, our son  had to do it alone and  we were very proud of him for stepping up.  He was nervous but he did it anyway and he realized that he doesn't have to depend much on her sister.  It gave him  the confidence he needed to believe in what he can do on his own.

We had a great time celebrating Mother’s Day at 🏠. This is the kind of bonding that I love, just chilling with my kiddos and hubby! #MothersDay2018💝 🌹💕 #MyKids #motherhood #ChildrenAreGodsGreatestGift

A post shared by Chubskulit Rose (@chubskulitrose) on May 13, 2018 at 5:53pm PDT

So proud of this little guy for stepping up his game today. His sister was feeling under the weather this morning so she couldn’t come to ⛪, he had to serve alone during the mass. He was nervous doing it by himself but I think he did very well. We prayed with him before the mass so he could do his job and he did it. #OurSon #AltarServer

A post shared by Chubskulit Rose (@chubskulitrose) on May 13, 2018 at 12:13pm PDT

Happy Mother’s Day to all the greatest Moms in the world especially my Mum! #HomemadeCard #greetingCard #MothersDay #motherhood #food #BestMom

A post shared by Chubskulit Rose (@chubskulitrose) on May 13, 2018 at 11:50am PDT

They got me some  athleisure outfits and a pair of Jordan Air running shoes for me.  I didn't really want anything but they got it anyway.

I haven’t workout in the gym for the last couple of weeks due to leg injury (again!) but since I got some new athleisure outfits for Mother’s Day, I thought it’s time to get back at it again. I’m taking it slowly this time, no more 10k running for a while. I also got some #succulents yesterday, thanks lovelies! #MothersDayGift #homeGym #sweatingitout💦💓👊 #workout

A post shared by Chubskulit Rose (@chubskulitrose) on May 14, 2018 at 8:41am PDT

Motherhood is the best thing that ever happened to me. When I was still single, I used to think that finishing my education on my own and having a job in school that I like was pretty awesome but when I became a Mom, none of it really comes close to feeling accomplished knowing that I have two wonderful children.  I  have given  up my career for them and  that's okay, they are my priority and they are everything to me and my husband.

The kids asked me last night to take them for a long walk, so today I woke them up at seven and we head down at St. Paul Cemetery. It was a really good bonding for us all. Then I made #blueberry #pancakes when came 🏡. #activeLifestyle #FamilyWalks #WeekendBonding #FitnessMotivation💪

A post shared by Chubskulit Rose (@chubskulitrose) on Jun 16, 2018 at 6:46am PDT

I grew up with 8 siblings and it was never easy but my parents made it work. We did not have fancy toys or store-bought stuff but we had great childhood memories because my parents were always present, they made themselves available for every moment and that's what I would like for our children. We might not have the most expensive stuff or fancy things that their friends have but they will always have us. That's why it was easy for me to give up my career and focus on them, it's challenging but very rewarding at the same time.  Motherhood is really a great blessing.

Weekend with Friends

Our parish had a seminarian visitor for two weeks and he wanted to meet some families with children to share some  fun experience that he learned through his vocation.  Our friends invited us over to  share the same experience with them since our children our close with each other.  We also got to bond with our parish priest so it was a great time  for us all.  

Get together means  catching up and lots of food to eat.  I am very grateful that our friends invited us over.  I am not a very good host so I don't really invite people to my home, I think that is something I need to work on.  Hosting a party is just something I am not  comfortable of doing.  I guess, I am always worried about what people will say about my home, the food, and all that stuff, that's why I shy away from opening our home to people.  

 I used to host a party when my kids were little for their birthdays but ever since they started going to school, we stopped doing it.  Anyway, here are some of the foods that the host have during the get together.  

Their dog is such a ball of energy, he is a sweetheart and very playful.

Aside from seeing our friends, the part that I love about the whole thing is the  sharing exercise we did.  The last time I have experienced doing it was when I was still working at a catholic school.  We used to have an annual retreat and I kind of miss doing that so I am grateful for the opportunity  offered to us.

The kids had fun playing and  swimming at their pool.  It was chilly but  they didn't mind.

It's always great to visit  our friend's home but  at the end of the day, it is hard  because the kids don't want to leave.  I feel bad that we always overstayed lol.  We all had a great time though and I really do appreciate  them welcoming us to their home all the time.  It means a lot because we don't have many friends and it's nice to have few but very close friends.  

How To Look After Yourself After Giving Birth

Giving birth is the equivalent of running a marathon, so it’s no wonder that a woman is going to be exhausted after going through labor. Whether it was a vaginal birth or a c-section, the body has gone through a lot, and will need to recover. Here are some excellent tips for taking care of yourself after you have given birth.

Plan Ahead

It’s important to plan ahead for after you get home with your new baby before you even go into labor. Food is something that is particularly important, for example. You’re going to need to eat regular meals, particularly if you are breastfeeding, but you may not feel much like cooking for yourself when you’re recovering. Therefore it makes sense to prepare a load of meals in advance and freeze them so that all you have to do is defrost and reheat them after giving birth. You can choose pretty much anything, and you can even freeze mashed potatoes.

Drink Enough

Something that can happen easily after giving birth is dehydration. Everything is so busy and there is such a lot to do that you may well completely forget to drink. However, you really need to ensure you get enough water; being properly hydrated is essential for a good milk supply. Every time you have a chance to sit down, have a drink. Sip water throughout the day. When you are breastfeeding continue to drink to keep your silk supply flowing.

Nap

Nothing is going to stop your baby from waking during the night; it’s just how their little body clocks work. So you know you’re going to be tired, and you know you’re not going to get a good night’s sleep for a few months. That means that you should grab a nap when you can. You might think it’s more important to do the housework, for example, than sleep, but you’ll be a much calmer, happier parent if you’re well rested, even if the house is a bit of a mess. A tidy clean house isn’t worth the exhaustion of not getting some sleep when you can.

Don’t Use A Rubber Ring

Your lower regions are going to be super sore after you’ve given birth, and they’ll take a little while to get back to normal – they will though, so don’t worry about that. However, as tempting as a rubber or even foam ring might be when it comes to added comfort, they can actually do more harm than good because they allow your perineum to sag down, pulling on any stitches you might have and delaying healing).

If you’re feeling sore down below then there are special creams and tinctures you can buy that will soothe but not irritate the area, and this can definitely help you.

Go Outside

Don’t just stay in your home with your baby and forget about the outside world. It’s great to go for a walk with your little one and get some freshair – it’s good for both of you. It’s true that when you go out you won’t have your home comforts around you, and your baby may well scream, but so what? Breathe deep, comfort your child, and go home again. You can try again another day.

2nd day of running and walking.. Catching our breath while enjoying the birds #singing here at Serra Manor. #fitnessGoal💪 #SpringRunning #outdoorFun #walkingWithMyKids #RunningWithMyKiddos #stayingActive

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List of Healthiest Foods For Your Kids

Yes, it is the biggest worry of every mother, day and night. Children today are very demanding when it comes to eating. They are very choosy about the choice of foods, their taste, texture and the visual appeal of it. Mothers’ (or those who cook) today have the need to cook for the eyes, tongue and the health of the child. Yes, this weird reality is what happens in many homes today. Deciding on the menu that equally gratifies the taste and health needs of children is more like climbing a mountain with high heels! Considering the busy schedules of mothers’, this post gives them a helping hand on some healthyfood choices for kids.

Health vs Taste   

This has always been a tough race to win, but with the modern digital world, people across the globe virtually meet each other to share healthy food menu which can be made in delectable ways. It’s good that there are plenty of online resources such as Finddigitalmagazines.Co.Uk available today that offer digital magazines for your iPad and you can easily have access to healthy food recipes for kids.   

Healthy Food Choices

Choose foods that are fresh and organic for giving a healthy lifestyle to your children. Giving fresh fruits and vegetables to children as an everyday snack will boost the health of the toddlers and growing children. A minimum of two servings of colourful, bright looking fruits and three servings of vegetables has to be a regular routine.

Spinach: Some kids might not be a big fan of spinach and greens, but all kids love cartoons. Showing cartoons like Popeye to make children learn about the health of spinach and other green leaves will kindle their interest.

Homemade Cheese Spinach Puff.  Click the link for recipe.

Peanut Butter: The goodness of peanut can be fully absorbed by the body through this form of peanut butter. Spreading a lavish scoop of it on top of pieces of bread or tortillas or even having a spoonful just like that will help meet the nutritional requirement of the child on the daily basis.

Lentils and Beans: Protein-rich foods are very healthy for growing children. Giving lentils and different varieties of beans as part of a regular diet will improve their overall health and stamina.

lentils

Beans that we grew organically.  See my kids harvest it here 

Yogurt or Curd: Be it the sweetened yogurt version or the plain curd version as per your child’s taste, somehow include at least one cup every day for having all the essential pro-biotics.

Eggs: Minimum of two eggs per day, preferably in the mornings, either poached or full boiled as per the taste of the children must be a compulsory of a daily meal.

Eggcellent breakfast for my kids

Nuts and Seeds: Children’s snack time must have a strict healthy choice, such as nuts, seeds and other cereal choices, whatever they make less fuss to eat.

Getting ready to go to school. I'm helping a friend with a #fundRaiser . I'm not sure what time we'll be able to finish so I'm bringing some #snacks . These #energyBars will be great. #nutBars #healthySnacks #orange #fruit

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Fruits and Veggies: Fresh fruits and vegetables always have their health goodness, especially when they are organically grown.

Conclusion

Some children might be fussy eaters while some others really love eating. Every child’s eating habit varies. Mothers must bring in a healthy eating practice right from the early age, and healthy foods should be a meal for the family, instead of just forcing them on children.

How Cooking Websites Are Bringing The Food Lovers On A Single Platform?

People who are fond of food, love to cook whenever they get time. As a house wife or house husband, there is a lot of time at hand to think, design and make delicious food for your family. However, the passion and creativity to do these traits slowly fade away if you don’t get the required encouragement from the people you love the most, your family. Tough we all love our family but we also need the required encouragement from them as well. There is a lot that you can learn while you are freeing your time for cooking.

If you are someone who loves to cook you know that you want to learn about all the famous cuisines of the world. This way you grow and rise in your love for cooking food. Different cuisines have different method of cooking and hence different ingredients too. For that matter it is best to share your passion and recipes with those who have the same line of interest. There are many websites who are sharing recipes with the world but very few who ask others to share theirs’s as well. Cuisine Study is one of those websites which is sharing its love of cuisines with the world and also asks others to share their feedback and recipes in it. You can View Site to see the various kinds of cuisines and flavors.

The site is not only about the recipes but also encourages people to connect with others and help them if they want a specific recipe or advice about their food. There are several recipes and suggestions about food, utensils already shared on the web and we can get some more if you want. If you are new to the cooking side and are planning to purchase a set of new utensils, it would be best to seek advice from someone who has already used many and can give the best suggestions. Not only that, you should also know the health benefits of using and eating green foods. There are various ingredients in your kitchen which can help with fat burning only if you know how to use them, similarly the olive oil which is used for cooking also has various health benefits about which mostly people are unaware.

There are several recipes of home cooking which are in practice for several years and are loved by many people on the site. Apart from recipes, there are also cooking tips in the kitchen which allows a person to cook as well as make use of the organic ingredients as home remedies. You can also find tips to handle the tough ingredients like how to pear a glove of garlic fast, how to remove a flesh off a whole fish quickly, cooking different cuisine like French with toast and cassoulet, Italian pasta with risotto, and several other Italian and Japanese cuisines. If you are looking for good homemade recipes, tips and tricks to be used in the kitchen, and ingredients which can help you enhance your health, you might as well look through the site.