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24.01.2022 Just in case you need it this week. You are safe, you are loved, you are amazing. All is well. Just breathe darling...
23.01.2022 Yasssss Two weeks ago we had a paediatrician appointment for Lucy and found out she had ‘breastmilk colitis’ - basically an intolerance to something I am eating. So I have now removed dairy/beef and soy from my diet. It has been a huge learning curve, but I have found some great DF SF products, like this chocolate! I am also loving the Green & Black’s organic dark chocolate. So good! And the best part is that we have already seen an improvement in Lucy Do you have any intolerances (or allergies), or does anyone else in your family? #dairyfree #soyfree #intolerance #CMPI #babies #breastfeeding #breastmilk
23.01.2022 Friendly reminder - don’t forget to eat your greens! #foodforfuel #broccoli #baby #babyledweaning #greens #realfood #wholefoods
22.01.2022 Can I get a hell yeah? #truthbomb #selflove
22.01.2022 Another breastfeeding post... #sorrynotsorry My sweet Lucy, Any day now we will nurse for the last time darling girl. I know you won’t be sad, you’re thriving and happy and oh so adaptable - and it’s time. I know there will be tears from me when it comes to an end, but I’m grateful to have had a little bit of time to do things in our own way and at our own pace. I have to admit that there will also be a touch of relief when we do stop, now that you have decided biting and... grinding your gums whilst feeding is fun - maaaate (RIP nipples!). And whilst breastfeeding is about nourishing and sustaining a tiny life, it has also been such a special and healing experience for me, albeit at times not easy. Never did I imagine that we would have been nursing now, at 7 months. I’m proud of us baby girl. And I’m so thankful for the moments we have shared - every 1200+ breastfeeds together Love Mama xxx See more
21.01.2022 A step is a step, no matter how small or shaky... #babysteps #youvegotthis
18.01.2022 Shower cleansing Feel your feet planted firmly on the floor. Bring your shoulders up to your ears as you take a big deep breath in and as you breath out with a loud breath, feel your shoulders relax deeply. Envision your stress, worries and fears washing down the drain. Feel the water droplets on your skin. Imagine each one is encased with light, washing over your body and cleansing your soul. As the water rolls down your body it carries away any sadness, anger or anxiety with it. This is such a simple but powerful ritual you can do daily #showercleansing #showermeditation #ritual #stress #anxiety #relax #shower #selfcare #breathe
18.01.2022 Just in case you need to hear this today. I sure as heck needed the reminder! Take one small step, do one small thing, and then do another, and another. And look at you go, you’re now on your way! #babysteps #takeaction #youvegotthis
18.01.2022 On Tuesday night I set myself a challenge to intentionally move my body atleast 3 times this week. Sounds crazy that I even needed to set that intention, as moving should be prioritised. It should be regular. It should be enjoyed. But it simply hasn’t been for a long time. And that’s a damn shame, because man it feels good afterwards! But that’s okay. This week I felt that goodness again. In fact it felt so good that I have done something each day! Thanks to @lesmillsondemand... Today I planned to go for a walk but had plenty of excuses why I should leave it for another day: I was busy all day, it was about to rain, it was cold, I still had a bunch of things to do at home, hubby was out so I had the kids, etc etc. Late this arvo I decided to just get it done because despite all the reasons not to, I actually really wanted to! I rugged up the kids, told Mr 6 to put his running shoes on, got the pram out of the car and hit the pavement. We didn’t walk super far, or for super long, but we had fun racing each other and it turned out to be the perfect walking weather! If you haven’t moved that amazing body of yours lately, I would love to suggest that you show up for yourself this week, even once, and see how you feel afterwards Enjoy! #moveit #workout #endorphins #lesmills #walk #family #loveyourself #justdoit #feelgood See more
17.01.2022 Next week this beautiful little girl is 6 months old. I’m not only still pinching myself that she is even here some days, but that we are lucky enough to still be breastfeeding. I am overjoyed and grateful to have exclusively breastfed her up to this point (and plan on continuing) and wanted to share some hope for those mamas who perhaps are in the early days of breastfeeding their newborn and having a rough time - lord knows we certainly did! I only managed to BF my son 6.5 ...Continue reading
16.01.2022 Do I love the way my body feels right now? No, I don’t. Do I love the way it looks right now? Hmm, no, I don’t particularly love that either. But let me be very clear when I say I don’t hate the way it looks either. I don’t hate anything about my body - looks or otherwise. I bloody love my body. I have done terrible things to this body at times, yet here she is doing her best every day. Over the years she has grown babies, been cut open, carried extra weight, been neglected a...nd abused and been pushed to her absolute limits. Sometimes she moans and groans (and clicks and crunches ) and on occasion she has screamed at me when I haven’t listened, but here she is forgiving me day in and day out begging me to love her more. To give her the respect and care she deserves - consistently! She merely asks for nourishing fuel, kind words and movement. She asks to be watered regularly, and to give her something to smile about daily. And she totally deserves that, and more. She is capable and powerful and I am so grateful for all she has given me, done, and continues to do. Dear body, I fucking love you. #selfcare #selfrespect #selflove See more
16.01.2022 For anyone who has a really full plate and/or young children, and finds it difficult to prioritise time for moving their body due to not being able to make set gym classes, or leave the house/kids to workout, I really encourage you to look online at options - there are SO many! Or even if you do also go to a gym or similar, home workouts (with or without the family!) could complement what you already do. From apps to YouTube to facebooks groups. Of course it’s not for everyon...e - some people need that different environment, or a trainer with them, or friend for support. But it’s certainly worth trying! I have been enjoying my @lesmillsondemand membership over the past few of weeks, squeezing in workouts when kids go to bed or before they wake up, or doing them alongside them on the weekend. You can see Lucy in the corner of this photo watching me ;) LMOD have a huge variety of workouts, from balance to attack and everything in between. And you can choose how long your workout is, from 12min to 60min, based on your schedule or goals. I’m a big believer in finding something that makes you sweat whilst being enjoyable - and if you haven’t found that yet, try something else! X #moveyourbody #workout #lmod #homeworkout #feelgood See more
16.01.2022 For reals! After getting my first period since prior to conceiving Lucy, earlier this week, I am having a bit of an internal struggle with it. I used to appreciate my period. After so many years of irregular cycles, it was confirmation that my body was working they way it should, and each month it felt like a fresh opportunity to try and conceive. Even though it was disappointing to begin with, it was also beacon of hope for the month to come. Well now that we are done havi...ng babies (D.O.N.E!), I just feel like I really don’t need to ovulate and have periods anymore thank you very much Buuut, I am trying to remind myself of the other benefits of ovulating (and therefor menstruating). Did you know that estradiol promotes muscle gain, insulin sensitivity, and the long-term health of bones, brain, and the cardiovascular system? Or that progesterone reduces inflammation, regulates immune function, and supports thyroid, brain, bones, and breast tissue? So we actually benefit from our 40 odd years of ovulating cycles, not just for fertility but also to prevent osteoporosis, stroke, dementia, heart disease, and breast cancer (according to Canadian endocrinology professor Jerilynn Prior). Glitter would still look much prettier! #menstruation #webleed #period #glitter #womenshealth
16.01.2022 Ahhh. Here’s the truth friends. I feel rubbish lately. I have some mega inflammation going on (even my elbows hurt!), I have been getting headaches, I’ve been sick 4 times in 3 months, the list goes on. I haven’t been eating well, or regularly. My sleep is broken. I haven’t intentionally moved my body (apart from some short walks) in far too long. I am constantly rushing. Raise your hand if you are thinking that sounds familiar? I will bet that many of you are mamas. When we ...are blessed with little people in our lives, we often put our own needs last. And that works for a bit, but not forever. We went away on the weekend, and for the first time in a while, I realised how uncomfortable I felt in my body. Walking along the beach with my family is one of my fave things to do, but this weekend I was sore and exhausted far quicker than I should have been! But, I’m grateful for it. It gave me another opportunity to reflect on my health. I started this process a few weeks ago (when sick last time) and already started making some changes - focussing on reducing stress and getting more sleep to begin with. When we give ourselves the space to stop and breathe, and the grace to know we can choose change whenever we are ready, we can start to peel back the layers and see how we can incorporate positive changes in our lives and routines. My time to focus on me again is now. I want to feel good. I want a healthy life. I want to be a positive role model for my children, teaching them what self love really is - loving and honouring one’s self enough to prioritise YOU and take care of YOU physically, emotionally and spiritually. It’s time #selfcare #selflove #reflection #healthylife #change #spring #feelgood
15.01.2022 Today was my birthday. 35 years on this earth And it was different to any other. Does your birthday usually pan out the way you think it will? Do you dream of putting your feet up and doing nothing all day? Do you have hopes or expectations of hearing from or seeing certain friends, or maybe even hopes for a gift or token of appreciation, and then feel that sinking feeling when it doesn’t come to fruition? I have to put my hand up and honestly say yes, this has been me in y...ears gone by. And it nearly was this year too. Most of us are taught that birthdays are about being ‘spoiled’ and many of us grow up with this spoiling being very materialistic. Toys wrapped in big bows, bigger and better gifts as the years pass, birthday parties filled with balloons and giant cakes, etc. And all of those things are lovely and fun, and a huge part of our childhoods, but perhaps we miss the lesson as we grow older, and take for granted that we are actually celebrating another year of being alive and all that encompasses... So today something different happened. I knew I would be heading to work after our usual hustle and bustle of getting the kids ready. I knew there would be no cake, no balloons (I hate balloons btw ). I knew I couldn’t see some people that are really special to me. I knew it would be a Monday much like last week, and probably much like next week. AND, that is OKAY... I wanted to simply think about what celebrating a birthday really is to me. My day started with opening my eyes and ended with my children in my arms and husband by my side... I mean, how lucky can one be? Are they not the best gifts ever? Anything else to come my way was a bonus - not an expectation. I am utterly grateful to each person that took the time to send me a little birthday love in some way or another - the kindness and thoughtfulness (and pressies) are so very much appreciated as I personally celebrate another trip around the sun, revelling in the gifts of life I have been afforded PS. I totally bought myself some DF birthday chocolate, a delicious lunch and some sparkly shoes too!
15.01.2022 Today we set off on a mini adventure to explore somewhere new in our own backyard (Wide Bay/Burnett QLD). We jumped in the car with no real agenda or expectations, just us and the open road. We came across some great scenery and stopped at a country pub along the way for a bite to eat. Spending that time outdoors with your loved ones and no phone service is just what we need sometimes! Happy long weekend friends xx
15.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day beautiful people An extra special mention to the new mamas celebrating their first Mother’s Day - oh so special!!! And to those with babes in heaven, especially for the first time - sending you so much love. And of course to MY mum - love you Mum! I hope every mother takes a moment today, to not only be grateful, but to remind yourself of what you have been through, and given, to the wee babes you love so much - YOU ARE AMAZING #mothersday : @jasmineforecast
14.01.2022 Tell me, do you use disposable or reusable sanitary products? I am a huge fan of reusable and LOVE that I have so many options these days - cloth pads and liners, menstrual cups, period undies etc. I think more and more women are moving to sustainable products that are better for our bodies, wallets and the environment. And they are talking about it more, breaking down taboos - I love it! Today I was caught off guard by my period returning out of the blue whilst not home, aft...er not having to think about it for a year and a half - damn that having to come to an end I ducked into the chemist and grabbed some @tomsaustralia pads to get me through the afternoon and keep in my drawer at work for emergencies! If you’re going to use disposables, I highly recommend using products that are free from harmful chemicals like chlorine and bleach. These pads are also biodegradable but I was a little dissapointed to find so much non biodegradable packaging in the box I was, however, really excited to see menstraul cups readily available on the shelf! I have been using a cup for well over 5 years now (purchased online), and have loved having conversations with many friends about them since. I had to grab this Toms one that comes complete with little container for sterilising to try. If you are interested in reusable products, I also very highly recommend checking out @ecopadsaustralia. My beautiful friend Freeda is the founder and has a wealth of knowledge if you need any help finding the right products for you! #periods #menstruation #menstrualcycle #lowtox #womenshealth See more
13.01.2022 The other day I cut open the perfect looking avo, only to find that it was brown and yucky inside - cue utter devastation lol. Yesterday I grabbed another one from the fridge that didn’t look great on the outside. I did not have very high hopes for it at all. Then I sliced her open to find that she was SO good on the inside. Winner! Moral of the story - you are so much more than your skin! #morethanyourskin #selflove #womenshealth #feelgood #avocado
11.01.2022 So here’s the thing. If you think it’s okay to negatively comment on someone else’s weight/size/shape/whatever please let me remind you - IT’S NOT OKAY. Maybe you think your little remarks are no harm, maybe they slip out without much thought, and maybe they aren’t even said in front of the person so what does it matter? But if their ears aren’t listening, someone else’s are. Mine for one. And it is really not okay. I am very passionate about advocating for body positivity an...d perhaps I need to call out body shaming more. It honestly just blows my mind that people still think it is okay to say ‘oooh, it looks like Jenny is getting a bit chunky - she’s really piling on the pounds’. Or ‘oh she’s gotten skinny - not sure if I like that look’. OR ‘does she realise how she looks wearing that thing that is none of my fucking business?’ So what Karen!? What is the point of your comment other than trying to shame the gorgeous woman in question? And by the way, she looks hot as fuck in what she is wearing because her smile is contagious and her confidence makes everything look even better. Well until she hears what you said Karen, then she’s going to do a double take in the mirror and begin to question her worth thanks to a bullshit comment made by you. Does it make you feel better about yourself when you point out what YOU think are someone else’s ‘indiscretions’ Karen? Just stop. It’s getting old already. And all around us there are ears listening... Stop making other people’s bodies your business unless you are telling them the truth in how amazing they are! #bodypositive #bodyshaming #fatshaming #bodypositivity #beautifulbodies #bekind #bekindorbequiet #supporteachother #littleearsarelistening
07.01.2022 So much this. Nothing else to add Happy Saturday beautiful people x #youchoose #loveyourself
07.01.2022 Hellllo! So lovely to see you here A little while ago I told you that I would be popping in and sharing more frequently again. And let’s be frank - I just haven’t! I’ve spent a lot of time doing this instead, when I would once upon a time be working on my biz and creating. This little lady is almost 5 months now! Within days of sharing my post promising to be around more, I returned to work full time, and underestimated how different life would be working again with a you...ng baby and a 6 year old! Whilst I love being back with my beautiful colleagues in the office, of course I miss my little (and big) chicken, and have shifted my priorities outside of work. For those of you who have followed me here from the beginning, you would have seen my focus change over the years, as I learnt about, discovered and experienced new things. Fitness, Nutrition, Natural Health, Self Love, Creative Works and more. All important and bring out a deep passion in me, at the right time in my life. Love Nourish Be is ever evolving, ebbing and flowing just like my life. Right now my focus is on my babies and all things that come with parenting - play, learning, loving. And this is why I haven’t been sharing much here, because I hadn’t fully given myself permission to change gears, or the freedom to share differently - in an even more personal bloggish type way. Sure I had been doing that more over the last 12 months, but never without a ‘not sure if I should share that’ feeling. Well, I should share that! Here I am declaring that Love Nourish Be can once again expand with me (and maybe shrink when it feels right too) through this next phase in my life. If you choose to hang around, you can expect to see me sharing more broadly again. It might be a recipe, or something I create, or telling you about the nappy habits of a 5 month old That’s just kind of where I’m at in my life right now I will be sharing things we use and love too - from fashion to health to baby stuff. And of course I am ALWAYS here to support my amazing doTERRA team and customers - old and new! All the things. Just because I can. I hope you continue to share this little space with me
05.01.2022 Let’s talk real for a minute... I read a comment on TikTok today that suggested the OP, a bopo advocate, shared videos of them self purely for validation. Oh mannn Let me assure you, that each time somebody is vulnerable and shares themselves in this way, trying to shine light on normalising all bodies in an often toxic space, they are always opening themselves up for criticism. Trust Me Over the years I have received my fair share of shitty unwarranted comments an...d messages. Thankfully I am generally strong enough to not buy into the bullshit. I share in this way, in the simple hope that one woman may be scrolling and see the photo/video/words and not feel alone. She sees another sister that looks like her, in amongst a sea of women that don’t, giving her permission to feel good about who she is. That one woman may pause for a second and remember her worth is not determined by her body. She might feel seen and heard and breathe a sigh of relief as the message resonates deep within. It’s okay to be exactly as you are. It’s okay to be seen. You are allowed to live life fully, joyfully and unapologetically, regardless of what you look like. I am now 6 months PP and have barely lost any of my pregnancy weight. My stretchmarks have doubled. I have plenty of cellulite. My breasts are saggy. I’m kind. I love hard. I try my damn best to be a good human. And I am worthy So are you XX #bodypositive #bopo #stretchmarks #cellulite #fat #woman #lovetheskinyourein #bodylove #youareworthy #normalisenormalbodies #empowered #postpartum
04.01.2022 Ahhh, C H A N G E... Bound to come with the turn of seasons, as Spring grabs our hands and envelopes our hearts. Tell me, do you like/love/hate change? #change #spring #season #selfcare
