Post-Baby Body: I’m Easier on Myself
March 12, 2013 by Erin
Filed under Body Image, Family, From Erin, Mamas
Over on Fit Bottomed Mamas, we’ve talked a lot lately about cutting ourselves some slack. From telling your inner critic to take a hike to writing yourself love letters, we’ve been all about self-love. I talked about whether moms are aware of the comments they make about their bodies now that they have kids—and little ears and eyes [...]
The Parental Influence on Food Choices
Now that I’m feeding my daughter all normal human foods, it’s really made me stop and think about what I’m eating—and not eating. I’m not at all a picky eater. I don’t nitpick what goes on a pizza or pick around foods when eating something with a lot of ingredients like a soup or casserole. [...]
A Super Scooter for Kids and Kids at Heart (and a Giveaway!)
October 8, 2011 by Erin
Filed under Family, Fitness Equipment, Past Giveaways
We get to try a lot of seriously cool products around here, and my most recent trial might be one of my faves. It might also be one of the largest review items I’ve ever received in the mail. Scooters are all the rage these days—at least if you judge by the kids scooting around [...]
The Latest on Mamas: Fitness for the Fam, Melissa Joan Hart & More!
It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and fly a kite with the family! But before you do, check out these links from Fit Bottomed Mamas! Five easy ways to encourage fitness for the entire family! Just another reason why we love this female comedian. Clarissa—er, we mean Melissa—explains it all! The mom [...]
A Reader’s Tips to Deal with a Stubborn, Unhealthy Family
September 16, 2011 by Jenn
Filed under Couples, Family, Guest Posts, Hot Topics, Mamas, Nutrition, Tips
Today’s post on dealing with an unhealthy family is part of FBG’s Back to Basics Week that features the best beginner fitness and beginner nutrition posts that help you to be a little healthier and—in theme with the week—a little smarter. Read on to learn how, in her own words, reader Beth Osborne has managed to make [...]
Hiking in Ohio: An Unexpected Bonanza
When I think of top vacation destinations, I don’t think of Ohio. I think of the Bahamas. Or Florida. But I was pleasantly surprised earlier this month when I spent a few days in the Hocking Hills region of Ohio. My family was doing a meet-in-the-middle sort of vacation, and Ohio happened to be as [...]
18 Healthy Essentials for Your Kitchen and Pantry
Registered dietitian Michelle Dudash recently weighed in on getting kiddos (and adults) to eat their veggies on Fit Bottomed Mamas—even if it means sneaking them in—and how moms can easily get healthy meals on the table. Today, she shares her must-have healthy items that we all should have in our pantries or fridges. Michelle says she could [...]
Keep the Weight Off After Saying “I Do”
April 15, 2011 by Jenn
Filed under Brides, Family, SparkPeople
Take a trip with me to your post-wedding future, would you? You found the perfect dress or the just-right tux. You had the big wedding and the fun reception. You spent time together on your honeymoon in total wedded bliss. And now you’re back at home enjoying the married life. You found your life partner [...]
Introducing Fit Bottomed Mamas!
When Jenn and I first started Fit Bottomed Girls, we knew there would be opportunities for additional sister sites. We always had it in our heads that when one of us had a baby, “Fit Bottomed Babies” had a nice ring to it. And it does. It sounds cute, and we adore alliteration! So when [...]
Baby-Stepping Back Into Fitness
I was in the best shape of my life in the months leading up to my pregnancy. I had been working with a personal trainer and was almost a little addicted to workouts. It wasn’t out of the ordinary for me to do two classes back to back or to do a killer strength workout [...]
