The other side of C-V-D
This is the side we are not talking about. This is the side that has been slowly picking away at us for nearly two years. This is the...
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Jennifer Abbott
Nov 20, 20215 min read
I'm still not "back" at 2 years postpartum
On November 19 my youngest son turned two making me two years postpartum from my second pregnancy. Some would argue that you're no longer...
Jennifer Abbott
Sep 12, 20216 min read
The journey to motherhood is like an iceberg
This story of pregnancy loss will bring on the waterworks. I share these stories to bring normal-ness to the struggles of motherhood.
Jennifer Abbott
Aug 18, 20215 min read
Top Tips for Exercising with Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is very common postpartum but that does not mean that it's normal. You CAN get back to the activities you love!
Jennifer Abbott
Aug 3, 20217 min read
When the pressure to "bounce back" is too much
When did our postpartum bodies become the primary concern of celebrity gossip?
Jennifer Abbott
Jul 13, 20215 min read
Did someone say cookies?
This recipe came to fruition as a result of my breastfeeding journey with my son. I wasn't even aware that low milk supply was even a thing.
Jennifer Abbott
Jul 6, 20216 min read
6 Tips for Working Out with Toddlers
Does this sound familiar? I don't have time to workout for an hour so there's no point. My kids won't leave me alone when I try to...
Jennifer Abbott
Jun 27, 20219 min read
I was terrified to have another baby...
This is the second part of my postpartum story. If you missed the first part of the story you can head back to Part 1 now and then come...
Jennifer Abbott
Jun 14, 20216 min read
But what if I can't fall asleep when the baby sleeps?
I'm pretty sure EVERY mother has been given the unsolicited advice to "sleep when the baby sleeps" by medical professionals, family...
Jennifer Abbott
Jun 6, 20213 min read
MYTH - You can't exercise your abs during pregnancy
MYTH 👉🏼 You can’t exercise your abs during pregnancy. TRUTH 👉🏼 You CAN 100% exercise your abs during pregnancy BUT the the exercises...
Jennifer Abbott
Jun 1, 20218 min read
Did I make a mistake?
This is Part 1 of my story. I'm choosing to share in two parts because I've had two very different postpartum experiences - and yet both...
Jennifer Abbott
May 26, 202113 min read
In a room full of people, I've never felt more alone
This mother's story brought me to tears as I read it. It brought me back to those chaotic moments in the delivery room when I was scared...
Jennifer Abbott
Dec 22, 20203 min read
Why I DON'T Make New Year's Resolutions
Have you ever set a New Year's resolution to lose weight, workout more or eat healthier? How did it go?
Jennifer Abbott
Nov 30, 20202 min read
You Matter Momma
I see you. I see how hard you work. I see how much you love your small human(s). I see your struggle.
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