The Big Race

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Thursday, July 22, 2010
by Jeannie Fleming-Gifford

I admit it. I haven't registered for that yoga class yet (www.planningfamily.com/blog/happy-mothers-day/). But today, I took a step in the right direction. I took a step towards caring for myself.

Yes, here I go on my soapbox. Again. Are you taking care of yourself? We all know that it is true and somehow, it seems that it is one of the things we put on the back burner most often - happy parents = happy kiddos. One of the best things we can do to ensure we are able to take care of our children is to also take care of ourselves.

Here I sit. I'm still holding onto a few extra pounds from that pregnancy. Yes, I do read the blog (www.planningfamily.com/blog/health-fitness-and-nutrition/). Sometimes reading is as far as I get. I have such good intentions.

This morning I ran a 5K. Well, I ran most of a 5K. I crossed the finish line and I felt great about my accomplishment. What made me feel even better was the munchin and her daddy at the finish line chanting, "Go, mama, go!"

I am not an avid runner. In fact, I didn't run my first 5K until about a month ago. The only reason why I attempted it was a friend's request in celebration of her birthday. It wasn't so bad.

So many times, I talk to other mamas who are also holding onto a few extra pounds. We're more tired than we ever have been. Our bodies often ache from holding a kiddo in our arms or on our hip (though we wouldn't trade it for the world). It's a hard balancing act. I'm not sure I'll ever get it perfect, but today, I took one step in the right direction. Back to baby steps (www.planningfamily.com/blog/baby-steps/) - for my development and my child's.

What are you doing for your development?

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