Happy New Year!!

THIS is it!!!  We are ending 2012 and the new year is about to begin!   I hope 2013 brings all of us much health and happiness!

 

I have NO IDEA what this year will be like in our home....we are bringing a baby into the world next month!  I am excited, scared, anxious, nervous, elated, EVERYTHING!  Today we are going for what will probably be our last ultrasound at the hospital, last night we took our infant care & feeding class and this week I finished cleaning out my desk so it is ready to become the changing table!  We are in the home stretch!!!  Speaking of stretching.....

35 weeks

 



As you ring in the new year tonight, before you make your resolutions and grand plans for 2013, take a moment to say "thank you" for 2012.  Recognize your accomplishments, acknowledge the people in your life, be thankful for your health and the challenges you have faced with grace and courage.  I know I have more to be grateful for with each passing year! 

 

Happy New Year everyone.....I can't wait to see what 2013 brings for all of us!!

xo,

j

You Always Need Your Parents.....

That's the title of my guest post this month on the Lucky Lil' Darlings website!  I'm honored to be among their moms keeping track of this amazing journey.  I hope you'll click on the link and check it out...this time it's all about Grandma & Grandpa Baca :)

My parents' recent visit reminded me how lucky we are and how much I still rely on them.  Maybe even more now that I'm about to be a parent myself.

Here's a sneak photo peek, but check out Lucky Lil' Darlings for the full story and "thank you note" to my parents.  :)

 

 

I'd love to hear how/if you still rely on your parents for sage advice and loving help....leave me a comment below.

 

Have a great weekend!

xo,

j

 

This is going FAST!!!!!!

I CANNOT believe it is December OR that I am in in my eighth month of pregnancy!  Let me get right to the belly pics that I have been remiss in posting!!

 28 weeks                                                                     32.5 weeks (last night)

Our little peanut is growing!  Now I'm feeling lots of playful movement from inside my belly, and I love it!!  Though every time I put daddy's hand on my belly it stops....Rob has that calming effect on me too :) 

 

We JUST took maternity photos with the super talented professional photographer and wonderful friend Lori Berkowitz !!  I highly suggest capturing this magical time on film.  It was fun to do as a couple and what a special way to remember this miracle!  I'll post a sneak peak when I get one!

 

We have been busily getting the baby's room ready for his/her arrival in late January and were VERY fortunate to have my parents' help over Thanksgiving.  We had a great time with them setting up the crib, sewing curtains (my mom did that....we just selected fabric), trying out gliders...Grandpa almost fell asleep in most of them, so we can't trust his opinion :) and just enjoying their company.  Sadly, we won't be able to go to New Mexico for Christmas this year because it's too close to our due date.  Happily, we had a great time with my parents while they were here!  My mom brought a fantastic array of my baby memorabilia (this is where I get my pack rack tendencies).  It was so fun to see my baby pictures and even more fun to see my parents' hairstyles & wardrobe!!  Check this out, a pair of shoes my Grandma Isabel gave me in the ORIGINAL box!!

 

 

Now, before and after nursery pictures are forthcoming.  However, while we put on the finishing touches and mom makes the full transition from office to nursery (AKA cleans her stuff out!)  here's my favorite corner.

 

This little spot represents four generations of my family.  The circular mirrors belonged to my Grandma Isabel and hung in her house for as long as I can remember.  My mom bought her grand baby the adorable monkey lamp shade over the Thanksgiving weekend, the very existence of the room is my (and Rob's) vision for our child and baby Jaekel will complete the circle in her/his crib here. 

 

In case there was any doubt how excited my parents are to be grandparents (and even more exciting...twice over as Andrea is also pregnant!!) or you missed this photo when it hit Facebook.....

 

 

 More to come.............







Cyber Monday Special!!

Happy Cyber Monday!

We've got a GREAT deal for YOU!  This week is our monthly Mommy Talk after class and we've got professional photographer, Lori Berkowitz giving us tips for taking and shooting your best picture!!  Whether you're taking pics of your little ones, posing for professional photos, or just want to look your best in every shot.....Lori's got great ideas!

Normally, this one hour intenSati workout + Mommy Talk is $30 when you drop in for a day.  TODAY ONLY we are offering this whole package for $15...that's half price!!  Simply leave a comment in the comment box below saying "I love intenSati for Mommies!" and come to class on Wednesday with your $15 in hand.  I'll save you a spot :)

**childcare costs are additional and require a 24-hour advance reservation

Happy Cyber Monday!! 

Wednesday's class to benefit Sandy

Good morning and happy election day!!!  Don't forget to vote!

Ripley Grier Studios, the location for intenSati for Mommies, is taking donations for The Red Cross this week.  So, guess what?  We're gonna help!  That's right, all of the net proceeds from class this week will go directly to their collection! 

What a fantastic and EASY way to help those who lost so much during the horrible storm last week.  You're coming to class anyway :)  Please tell a friend!  Let's raise as much $$ as we can!!

Also, we have a sitter this week for kiddos and the more kiddos, the lower the cost of childcare...so bring your wee ones too!!!!  Just let me know today that they're coming.

Think you're not ready to tackle intenSati?  Believe you're not yet fit enough?  Worried that you're pregnant and it's not safe?  WRONG!!  Check out the pic below.....I'm seven months pregnant and this shows me (third from right in grey tank) with other intenSati leaders + creator Patricia Moreno just after filming an intenSati workout video!!!  NO EXCUSES!!  Come to class! Do some good!

xo,
Jolynn

Happy Halloween!!

Happy Halloween everyone!! 

 

I was hoping to teach in this today, but unfortunately storm Sandy has thwarted my plans.  Can you see the tiny heart in the baby skeleton?  I love it!!!  Hopefully you and your little ones are still enjoying the holiday, and if you're on the east coast I sincerely hope you are all safe.

Even though we couldn't have class today, I wanted to spread a little intenSati love.  So, I'm reposting the link to my guest blog all about my journey with and the benefits from intenSati for Mommies.  Click on this link from our fantastic childcare providers Lucky Lil' Darlings and read all about it!!  Then join us for class next Wednesday morning at 9:30am at Ripley Grier 72 Studios.

**SPECIAL ALERT** If you need childcare for the next three Wednesdays during class, let me know....the more kids, the better the price!!

Trick or treat!!
J

I'm a mom now!

Good morning and may everyone be safe and sound from storm Sandy.  I am happy to report that we never lost power and have no damage.  Much love and support goes out to all who were less fortunate.

 

So, I haven't posted in quite a while because LORDY baby prep is busy work!!  I know, I know, nothing compared to when baby is here.  That's part of my "problem" though, I have all this energy right now....blessed second trimester....and I think I have to do EVERYTHING I ever wanted or needed to do NOW before the baby comes and because the baby is coming.  Well did I get a wake up call a couple of weeks ago!

 

I was simply walking down the street with a friend (thank goodness I wasn't alone) when all of a sudden I stepped on uneven sidewalk and lost my balance.  Instinctively, I twisted my body to the side to protect my belly but fell all the way down to the ground.  I have NEVER been so scared in my life!  In that instant, all of those motherly instincts people tell you about kicked in full force! My ankle was in extreme pain (later to be diagnosed as an extreme sprain) but all I could think about was, "what did I do to my baby?!"  I started to hyperventilate, I knew that wasn't good, but I couldn't catch my breath because I was panicked.  The tears were welling up in my eyes, I was unable to move from the middle of the New York City sidewalk because I was just in shock. Yes, a pedestrian did stop to inquire about my condition (New Yorkers aren't all that bad).  My friend eventually got me to a safe seat where I could elevate my now swelling ankle and try and catch my breath.  I calmed down and called my doctor and my husband and my podiatrist.  I checked in with everyone that needed checking in with, and then just wanted to go home and be still so I could feel my baby move...that was what I needed.  To be sure that he or she was ok.  Nothing else mattered.  I didn't care that I relied on healthy feet for a living, the golf ball sized ankle was of no concern to me, I wanted to feel my baby move!!! 

 

Here's the kicker, my placenta is low which provides a pillow between the baby & me...whew! extra padding, but I generally don't feel a lot of movement because of it's position.  So, waiting was agony.  But that's what I did, waited.  I went home & put ice on my elevated foot, layed back on the couch giving my belly optimal space and waited with my hands on my belly.  I was sooooo happy when I felt movement!!  I finally felt like I could breathe.  It hit me, I'm a mom now and my baby comes first.  Someone else's needs trump mine.  I will do everything in my power to protect my child. 

 

I now understand why my parents agonized every time we got hurt playing soccer, were out later than expected or worried when we traveled without them for the first time.  Last year, last YEAR, not when I was a kid, my mom and I were sharing a dessert and she let me have the last bite.  I thought to myself, "How does she do that?  This is delicious!  I don't know that I would do that, maybe I shouldn't be a mom."  Guess what?  I now get it, I'd give my child the last bite of cake too.   

 

So now, I'm taking a new approach.  I DON'T have to do everything NOW!  I am almost seven months pregnant and I SHOULD slow down a bit.  THAT is part of protecting my child...making sure mom is rested, safe and healthy.   I am writing to you now with my still healing ankle elevated and relaxing on this second day of unexpected storm vacation and am quite content to be doing nothing more than that!

 

Below are belly pics!!!  I took them one week apart from each other because when it came time for the six month pic, the baby hid!  It's now almost time for the seven month pic so stay tuned....

 

24 weeks (camera shy baby)                                                      25 weeks (there you are!)



Body Local October Deal!

Hi Body Local Community,

I'm so excited to offer you a special deal for my Fun Fitness for Mommies class!!

Join us for four, one hour intenSati workouts on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 at Ripley Grier 72 Studios, 131 West 72nd St.

What is intenSati? An empowering and powerful workout that combines interval training, martial arts, dance & yoga with positive affirmations. This innovative workout srengthens your body, mind and spirit. Effective and safe for ALL fitness levels.

I'm currently pregnant, so YES it IS safe for everyone!!!

The goal of intenSati is to help you live a life you love in a body you LOVE!!! At Fun Fitness for Mommies we are building a community of expectant, hopeful and current moms. Once a month, after class, we offer a "Mommy Talk" on topics relevant to motherhood including acupuncture for fertility, prenatal massage, healthy nutrition and so much more!

Need a sitter? We've got on-site childcare from the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings available for a small additional fee and a 24-hour advance reservation. (Based on sitter availability.)

Come burn up to 800 calories in one class, HAVE FUN, and FEEL GREAT!

Grab this $40 four-pack deal for the Body Local community by clicking on the PayPal "Buy Now" button below and email me at funfitnessformommies@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

**four classes must be redeemed within six week period of first class taken
**classes purchased through this Body Local promotion expire on 12/13/12
**additional fees for childcare

I'll see you in class!

 

Quick hello!

Friday night we spent an exciting evening shopping for strollers at Buy Buy Baby, but tonight we're celebrating my birthday!  In honor of the date night, I got a manicure!  I am la la loving Luxedo by Essie!!!

Essie is safe for pregnant bodies because it doesn't contain the big bad "three" - formaldehyde, toluene and dibutyl phthalate (DBP).  When going to a salon, you just want to be careful that it is well ventilated and I take my own tools so that I don't risk infection from anyone else.  Mind you, I never did this before, but now I'm extra careful for baby's sake!

Doing something nice for yourself is super important - ALWAYS! :)

The other thing I wanted to share with you before my big night out, is my recent blog post on the Lucky Lil' Darlings blog .  They have asked me to be a monthly contributor throughout my pregnancy and this was my debut!

Gotta get beautified....more later!
xo,
Jolynn


 

This week's class is a benefit!

Every week in class we set an intention, we ask for what we want and we build the strength to go for it.  This week our intention is to honor a young man whose strength and spirit is inspiring!!  His name is Noah and at age five, he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. 

This life altering diagnosis has drastically changed Noah's life and the lives of his family, but according to his mom, it has not changed Noah's positive attitude, ""..Our day-to-day life has been so greatly altered in the last eighteen months and we have experienced many milestones. We must constantly monitor his blood glucose level as there can be grave complications if it is out of the target range. Noah, for his part, is handling this new normal with amazing resilience. He was still in the ICU after diagnosis when he decided he was going to do his own fingerpokes. We transitioned to the insulin pump last summer and it has allowed us to achieve much tighter control of his blood glucose. Noah just finished kindergarten and had an extremely happy, sucessful year. For the most part, Noah takes it all in stride and often has everyone around him laughing. He amazes those close to him with his positive, "can-do" attitude. When I look at him, my heart swells with pride and love. I feel so blessed to have such a strong, bright little boy call me Mommy."

Pretty great right?  I heard about Noah from his aunt Sarah, who also teaches intenSati.  She is helping Noah and his family raise money to purchase a life saving, but very expensive D.A.D., Diabetic Alert Dog, so that he and his family may have a little peace and security.  Sarah is teaching a benefit class in New Jersey this weekend.  I immediately thought a class like ours, that focuses on family should step up and help too! 

SO, this week ALL of the net proceeds from class will go to Noah's D.A.D. fund!  Because we want to raise as much money as possible for Noah, no special offers or passes** will be honored...you can use them next week.  Makes sense right?  We WANT him to get his D.A.D.!!  This is a Mommy Talk week so class is $20, but guess what we're talking about?  DESSERT!!!!  Mercedes Vargas, one of the pastry chefs at the Ritz-Carlton, Central Park, mom of two girls and locavore (eats locally grown food) will be treating us to with cake make with olive oil and greek yogurt and brownies made with zucchini!  She'll help us find ways to incorporate healthier ingredients in our recipes. Let us eat cake!

**if you've purchased a multiple class pack, you're all set, you don't need to pay extra...unless you want to give more to Noah :)

I hope you'll join me this Wednesday morning at 9:30 for class followed by dessert at 10:30!!  Please tell your friends to join us too.....Noah needs our help! 

Let me know ASAP if you need childcare so we have enough sitters!!

With love and gratitude,
Jolynn

Fall fashion & fun!!!

So here I am at almost 22 weeks and I think I finally look pretty preggers!!

Keep in mind, this was BEFORE I had the Ben & Jerry's :)  Rob and I just spent a lovely weekend in Stowe, Vermont...it was our First Anniversary celebration!!!  I can't believe it's been a year~and what a year it's been!

While we were away, we felt the baby kick for the FIRST time and it was nothing short of amazing!!!  I mean to think that something the size of a carrot has that much power!  I can confirm she will either be a Rockette or he will be a field goal kicker for the Giants...nope, we don't know and I don't know if we'll find out.  EVERYONE has their opinion on whether or not we should, but we're happily not taking anyone's advice.  Not even yours eager Grandma, sorry :)  Who knew my VERY traditional mom would be dying to know, and I quote, "what kind of baby I'm having"...as in her, not me...because this is what happens when your mom waits 40+ years to be a grandma...it becomes HER baby :)  And Grandpa Baca has declared this his most stressful pregnancy to date!  Keep in mind he's a father of three, but being a grandfather of one to his Advanced Maternal Age daughter is VERY stressful for him.  Funny, it's been pretty darn enjoyable and non-stressful for me :)

Look, I even hiked up a mountain this weekend...

Begin at Smuggler's Notch and hike a 1.1 mile trail climbing up 1000+ ft in elevation, and you will be rewarded with Sterling "Pond".

We had a FANTASTIC weekend full of activity and it wasn't even ski season!!!  I HIGHLY recommend Stowe, Vermont as a relaxing destination and the Stowe Mountain Lodge as a place to stay.  They took EXTRA special care of us because it was our Anniversary and can I just tell you...the spa treatments were AMAZING....the facial has really helped my baby acne :) Thanks to my sister and brother-in-law for finding these amazing spots and letting us carbon copy your trip!!

So, remember my last preggers post I talked about the lack of maternity fashion?  It is NOT just my imagination, there really is NO resource for this!!  I even consulted with experts...

 

That's my friend Vinnie and me with fashion expert Stacy London from TLC's "What Not to Wear"!  We met her at this year's Fashion's Night Out and I asked her about maternity fashion.  First, it must be said that she gave my cropped leggings and crocheted dress a thumb's up...yippee!  Ok, so Stacy (we're best buds on a first name basis now) said I was right!!  There IS no place to go for advice so she gave me some of her own, which I will happily share with you!

 

1-Jersey is our friend, it will show off our bumps yet hug and hang in the right spots.

 

2-Dresses are easier than pants.

 

3-Wear open closure jackets (in other words DON'T button a blazer).  We want to still show shape in our upper body as our lower body begins to expand.

 

4-For petite pregnant peeps, keep your hemlines no longer than knee length...longer lengths will cut us off and make us look shorter and wider.

 

5-In the early months of pregnany, continue to wear regular clothes...maybe just go up in size.  Many styles still work!

 

She really is THAT good...this delicious advice was given in under three minutes!!  I can't wait to check out her new book "The Truth About Style" when it hits shelves on October 2! No, I'm not getting paid to advertise, I just like her!

 

Armed with Stacy's fashion tips, we headed out on our vacation and because I don't get to dress in "regular" clothes that often, I thought I'd use the weekend as an opportunity to try out some maternity fashions!

OK, so these are maternity skinny jeans BUT the sweater is not! This is my fall look :)

sweater is Kirna Zabete for Target, jeans are Citizens of Humanity BUT purchased at the fab Charlotte, NC maternity consignment shop, Womb and boots are my faux Frye's also from Target and have lasted several seasons!

Again, not YET maternity, but a great empire waist, knee length hem dress by Susana Monaco that I got several years ago and still looks great! Notice, mama can still rock the high heels as long as we're just going from car to Anniversary dinner :)

This was my comfy road trip wear...back with the maternity skinnies cuz they don't have a waistband or button to bother my belly in the car!  The top IS maternity from Michael Stars Maternity again purchased at the fab Womb consignment. I'll admit neither my bust line nor my belly quite fills it out....yet!

Here we go with the open closure jacket!! Nothing is maternity...in fact, the top is a dress

from Everly that I tucked into my new Kirna Zabete for Target faux leather pants!  They stretch like leggings and fit under my baby bump so they're comfy!  Notice...open closure vest?!?!  This was a Christmas present from my fashionable hubby (who pays attention when I say "oh that's cute")...it's faux fur from Rachel Zoe.  I die!!

 

So that was my weekend in a fashion nutshell.  It was so much fun dressing up and trying new things, now it's back to...

But that's ok, I'm having fun displaying my baby bump in my workout wear too!!!

 

I am finding my own way in this new body and LOVING it!!   I am also enjoying taking a daily nap, I like guessing what we're having, it's fun to read about all of the incredible things going on in my body and with our baby, and I relish the fact that if I need a snack before teaching class I have it cuz no one can tell if I'm bloated or just pregnant :) Case in point....

 

Last week I saw someone I used to train for the first time in months...she asked me how married life was treating me and I rubbed my belly and said, "pretty great".  She replied quite seriously, "Woah!  Who's cooking, him or you?"  She was pretty embarrassed when I said, "No, I'm pregnant,"  and I'll admit it, I kind of enjoyed that! 

 

I said it before and I'll say it again, this is AMAZING!!!! 

 

Here's one last pic, it's the 5 month bump shot (taken two weeks ago):

I'm not gonna lie...in the past few days this baby has POPPED!  I can't wait for next month's pic! 

 

Whadya think of my fashion finds?  Have some of your own?  Comment below, I'd love to hear!

 





Body Local Deal for September!

Hi Body Local Community,

I'm so excited to offer you a special deal for my Fun Fitness for Mommies class!!

Join us for four, one hour intenSati workouts on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 at Ripley Grier 72 Studios, 131 West 72nd St.

What is intenSati? An empowering and powerful workout that combines interval training, martial arts, dance & yoga with positive affirmations. This innovative workout srengthens your body, mind and spirit. Effective and safe for ALL fitness levels.

The goal of intenSati is to help you live a life you love in a body you LOVE!!! At Fun Fitness for Mommies we are building a community of expectant, hopeful and current moms. Once a month, after class, we offer a "Mommy Talk" on topics relevant to motherhood including acupuncture for fertility, prenatal massage, healthy nutrition and so much more!

Need a sitter? We've got on-site childcare from the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings available for a small additional fee and a 24-hour advance reservation. (Based on sitter availability.)

Come burn up to 800 calories in one class, HAVE FUN, and FEEL GREAT!

Grab this $40 four-pack deal for the Body Local community by clicking on the PayPal "Buy Now" button below and email me at funfitnessformommies@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

**four classes must be redeemed within six week period of first class taken
**classes purchased through Body Local expire on 11/30/12
**additional fees for childcare

I'll see you in class!

Fall Kick Off Class!!!

Enjoy this last lazy weekend of summer everyone.....I plan to do just that!  Cuz come Wednesday morning, we are BACK on our fall fitness track!!

I am so pleased to announce that the generous people from body & eden tonics and elixers will be joining us after class with some DELICIOUS samples of their super yummy & healthy products. 

Here's a little bit about this great company:

"Bodies are smart. They know when to eat, sleep, what to do if we are sick, and how to stay healthy. So, how do we nourish and support these systems that keep us healthy and vibrant?

Body & Eden offers seasonal fruit and vegetable superfood tonics and herbal elixirs that densely pack nutrients, vitamins, and herbs needed to support and stabilize the body so that it can do what it does best, better."

 

 

Come get your intenSati workout chock FULL of inspiration and replenish your body with some super powered drinks!! 

 

You know how I love a DEAL, so be sure to REPLY in the comments below that you're coming and mention BODY & EDEN for $5 off class!!!!  That's right....MENTION body & eden in your reply (we want to have enough deliciousness to go around) and you get class for only $10!!!

 

If that weren't enough, I've got GIVEAWAYS!!!

*one lucky winner will receive a newborn package~Gerber Nuk orthodontic BPA free bottle + Cotton People organic toy

*all students receive $20 off your first one-hour massage with Anne Heckheimer

*all students receive voucher for FREE 3x3 accordian book + special "intenSati for Mommies" rate when you book your newborn or maternity photo session with Teri Fiske

 

What?!  All of that for $10 when I reply?  YES!!! It's almost like you're getting paid to take class...you're welcome!  :)

Can't wait to see you Wednesday morning....all you moms and lovers of intenSati! 

 

REMEMBER, you don't HAVE to be a mom to come and love this class!!!

xo,

Jolynn

 

 

Does this (baby) make me look hippy? :)

Actually YES!  And that's beautiful!!

 

OK, I promised blogs on my pregnancy progress and here we go!  You should know, that I have Rob's blessing to share this amazing journey with all of you, but there will be no sonogram pics...just belly :)

 

If you knew me as a teenager, you heard me ask every time I put something on I'd ask, "Does this make me look hippy?"  It was such a common phrase for me, that when I bought my first car, my family teased me that they were surprised I didn't ask if my car made me look hippy when I sat in it!

 

Over the years, I have made a living using my body (to dance and teach fitness) and work hard everyday to keep it in great condition.  I exercise everyday and eat really well.  It's a lifestyle and having a strong, healthy body makes me feel fantastic!  I still have curves..in fact the ONLY boyfriend jeans that have ever fit right are the ones J Lo, Queen of the booty, produces...thank you girl!  I knew being pregnant would be an adjustment, but I didn't KNOW.

 

The moment I found out we were expecting, people said it would be hard for me to adjust to my changing body.  I had been told that at first you just feel fat, not pregnant.  I WANTED to be pregnant, I marveled at the idea that my body could create and sustain a little life inside, I loved the idea of being a cute pregnant woman, I understood that gaining weight was a great thing in this case and that FINALLY I would be able to eat loads of ice cream :)

 

Here's the thing, knowing and ACCEPTING are two entirely different things.  For years I have been in control of my body, ME!  Now, I have no control over how it's growing and expanding.....and it doesn't happen in the usual, "I've eaten three slices of pizza and I feel bloated way."  My body is changing to make it easier for me to give birth, for my baby to live comfortably inside my belly and I have started with a body that weighs around 100lbs and stands only 4' 11.5" tall...there's NOT a lot of room in there for my little peanut!  So of course things have to move, starting with guess what?  My hips!!  Yup!  All my years of joking that I had child bearing hips and turns out I had no idea. 

 

What I found incredibly frustrating, was that although the scale wasn't moving very much, my clothes were NOT fitting right.  Well of course not!  I'm pregnant, and those white fitted jeans I love to wear so much in the summer are fitted....not fitted with room for three months of baby. 

 

Let me stop here and say I am LOVING being pregnant!  There have been no crazy cravings, I have been blessed with no morning sickness, I am still eating incredibly healthy items because I understand that I am feeding my baby with every bite, yes I am still exercising because it's good for both of us, and every night I read to Rob from a book that tells us what's happening today with the baby and me and then I rub my belly and talk to the baby.  We are creating a miracle and I couldn't be happier!  As soon as this baby acne subsides I'm sure you'll be able to see my pregnancy glow :)  This bog entry is simply to acknowledge a big realization I had, that I'm sure other expectant mothers face...which is why I'm sharing. 

 

So, back to the day of the white jeans.....here was where the shift happened.  Trying on maternity pants....that changed everything....just ask Rob how happy those $17 on sale at Target, Liz Lange maternity pants made everyone :)  All of a sudden, I didn't look like a sausage trying to squeeze into my snug summer pants, I felt good and confident, like the cute pregnant woman I imagined.  Who knew that elastic waist bands could be so comfortable?  I had literally outgrown myself and the moment I stopped trying to fit into that old skin and accepted the new, I felt liberated...giddy really.  I bought two pairs of pants!! 

 

Now we've created a bit of a monster....I've been exposed to a whole new world of retail!  There are TONS of cute maternity clothes out there!  I am having so much fun outfitting my new body...my favorite items are the ones that hug my belly so you can tell I've got a little baby in there...I am now 4.5 months or 18 weeks pregnant and I still have to tell people I'm expecting :)  Let me show you...

 

12 weeks                                                                      16 weeks

 

 

No 18 weeks pic yet....my photographer, daddy, is still sleeping.

This is the most AMAZING thing I have ever done!  Some days I cannot believe how lucky we are and that there is a little life growing inside of me...now the size of a bell pepper.  I have incredible amounts of energy right now, I also have incredible amounts of hormones flowing through me, so everyday is an adventure...probably why daddy's still sleeping. :)  He's the one, who held me when I had a crying fit about "What am I doing with my life and why am I suddenly so crazy?" and calmly said "Honey, you're pregnant, I think you're a little emotional right now."  Or when I stood in front of the mirror and screamed, "The baby doesn't live in my hips and ass, why don't my pants fit?" he replied, "Babe you're pregnant, that's supposed to happen."  That was the day he took me maternity clothes shopping :) 

THIS IS AMAZING and I am loving every minute of it in my elastic band pants! (Which I just discovered are intended to be ankle length pants, but not on this gal...perfect floor length and no hemming required!) I have released my old skin and am embracing the new!!

Recently my sister took me to a GREAT maternity consignment shop in Charlotte, NC called Womb
We had so much fun trying on all kinds of things...including a baby bump!

Moms-to-be, embrace the belly band (lets you wear your current pants longer, unbuttoned!), try the elastic waist...you'll like it, just because you're pregnant doesn't mean you can't look good, rouching on a top is our friend and quite flattering. This is NOT shallow, this is human nature. When we look good, we feel good.  And you know what?  Shame on the fashion world for ignoring us!  Right now everyone has their thick fall fashion issues on the stands, but there is not one magazine or website that shows us expectant moms how to make the most of OUR curves!  Yes, I get this is not the most important part of pregnancy....my primary job is to care for my baby.  I AM!  But I can look good while I'm doing it can't I?



It's National Friendship Day!!! Bring a friend for FREE!

I LOVE that's theres a day celebrating friendship!!!  I just spent a weekend away with some of my oldest and dearest friends and there is NOTHING like great friends.  So we're celebrating!!!

This Wednesday morning when you come with a friend to class, you only pay for one person!  That's right....$20 for two peeps to share the intenSati experience!  What could be better than giving your friend the gift of good health and inspiration??

**this will be our last class in August....we'll take a two week summer break and return on Wednesday, September 5

Check out this pic to see my AMAZING friends giving my growing baby some love :)  I wish they could be with us on Wednesday!!!  How about you bring your friends so I won't miss mine?!?!?!

xo,
J

photo by Lynn Scott

Choose Love!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am so honored to be a guest blogger today on The Whirling Blog....one of my daily sources of inspiration!!

Ever wonder how I came up with the idea for intenSati for Mommies?  Do YOU ever feel scared about taking a chance?  Does the idea of motherhood bring up fears?  Click below and read on............

                                   My guest post on The Whirling Blog

I'd love to hear from you! Leave a comment in the box underneath this post. :)
xo,
Jolynn

Body Local Deal ~ Four classes for $50!!

Hi Body Local Community,

I'm so excited to offer you a special deal for my Fun Fitness for Mommies class!!

Join us for four, one hour intenSati workouts on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 at Ripley Grier 72 Studios, 131 West 72nd St. 

What is intenSati?  An empowering and powerful workout that combines interval training, martial arts, dance & yoga with positive affirmations.  This innovative workout srengthens your body, mind and spirit.  Effective and safe for ALL fitness levels.

The goal of intenSati is to help you live a life you love in a body you LOVE!!!  At Fun Fitness for Mommies we are building a community of expectant, hopeful and current moms.  Once a month, after class, we offer a "Mommy Talk" on topics relevant to motherhood including acupuncture for fertility, prenatal massage, healthy nutrition and so much more! 

Need a sitter?  We've got on-site childcare from the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings available for a small additional fee and a 24-hour advance reservation.

Come burn up to 800 calories in one class, HAVE FUN, and FEEL GREAT!

Grab this $50 four-pack deal for the Body Local community by clicking on the PayPal "Buy Now" button below and email me at funfitnessformommies@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

**four classes must be redeemed within six week period of first class taken
**classes purchased through Body Local expire on 10/1/12
**additional fees for childcare

I'll see you in class!

Jolynn

We're baaack!!!

Tomorrow is June 6, and we are BACK to our regularly scheduled intenSati for Mommies program!!!! 
I cannot wait to see you tomorrow and every Wednesday at 9:30am at Ripley Grier 72 !!  DON'T FORGET we DO have on-site childcare from the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings for a small additional fee and 24-hour advance RSVP.

How 'bout last month's Mommy Talk with the magnificent Erin Williams, owner of the natural skincare & beauty line Erin's Faces ?!!  She gave us a sneak peek at her new infant line, samples of her amazing paraben free skincare, personalized pocket mirrors and let us all get a clean face after our workout with her yummy cleansers!!
 
Check out the fun pics of the day....including our grand prize winner, Christina who went home happy with a FREE mineral powder from Erin and a FREE class from me!!  She's head over heels with excitement!!!  (Sorry Christina, no matter how I try, the pic won't flip!)

                                                    Erin explains summer skincare              

 

No they're not crying :) They're testing eye cream!

                                                                                                                  

     Again, I can't explain the horizontal layout, but THANK YOU to Lole Showtique for our summer scarves!!

See YOU in class!

xo

Don't forget.........

NO CLASS tomorrow!!  Happy Memorial Week....enjoy your family trips and time off, we'll be back on June 6!!  Hope you'll join us!!

WOW!!!

Today's class was FANTASTIC!!  I think I may have burned 900 calories instead of our usual 800 :)  THANK YOU ALL for bringing it today!

Special congrats to our mommy friend who after YEARS of trying all kinds of methods of motherhood, has just adopted a beautiful baby boy!!!!  We were celebrating YOU today!

Speaking of celebrations........we're having another one NEXT WEEK!!

Because we will NOT be having class on Wednesday, May 30, due to the Memorial Day Holiday, we are having our MOMMY TALK one week early!!!  (class will resume on Wednesday, June 6)

I am thrilled to announce the return of the lovely and talented Erin Williams, owner of Erin's Faces!  This time she's talking summer skincare for you and your family. She will have samples of her amazing and natural skincare and makeup line!

 

Drumroll please.............Erin will also be giving away a FREE product from her amazing line and I will be giving away a FREE class to one lucky winner!! How do you win? Easy...

Step 1: sign up to receive Erin's blog
Step 2: if you're not already subscribed to mine....hop on the list here on this page!
Step 3: come to class on Wednesday, May 23 and be entered into the drawing for the fabulous prizes....it's ALL going to ONE LUCKY WINNER!!!

AND....the fantastic peeps at Lolë Showtique NYC have given me these gorgeous summer scarves to give away to the FIRST TEN PEOPLE who tell me they're coming to class in the comments section below!!

Sati, skincare, scarves, sassy warriors!!! This Mommy Talk is gonna be one to remember! 

Don't forget to sign up for the blogs so you can win prizes, RSVP for class to get your scarf and tell me if you need childcare from the incredible professionals from Lucky Lil' Darlings (24-hour advance RSVP required)!!!

Invite your friends!!   (They don't have to be mommies....they just have to enjoy working out next to some pretty inspiring ones!)

We're building a community and getting some sweaty inspiration (almost) every Wednesday at Ripley Grier 72 @ 131 W. 72nd St!

See you in class!
Jolynn

NO class tomorrow, Wednesay, May 9, but FUN stuff ahead!

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It's a BIG May full of changes & celebrations!!!  Please read carefully because there is A LOT going on and I don't want you to miss a bit of it!

First, a friendly reminder that we're giving moms the day off from class tomorrow, Wednesday, May 9, BUT we'll be back to class the following Wednesday, May 16! 

THEN, on Wednesday, May 23, we are having our MOMMY TALK one week early!!! 

I am thrilled to announce that the lovely and talented Erin Williams, owner of  Erin's Faces will make a repeat performance at our monthly talk.  This time she's talking summer skincare for you and your family.  She will have samples of her amazing and natural skincare and makeup line!



WAIT!  It gets better...on May 23, Erin will be giving away a FREE product from her amazing line and I will be giving away a FREE class to one lucky winner!!  How do you win?  Easy...

Step 1: sign up to receive Erin's blog
Step 2: if you're not already subscribed to mine....hop on the list here on this page! 
Step 3: come to class on Wednesday, May 23 and be entered into the drawing for the fabulous prizes....it's ALL going to ONE LUCKY WINNER!!!

Finally, because of the Memorial Day Holiday, we will NOT have class on Wednesday, May 30. 

We'll resume classes on Wednesday, June 6.

Whew!  That's it!  Come join the intenSati fun!!  Invite your friends!!  We're building a community and getting some sweaty inspiration (almost) every Wednesday at Ripley Grier 72 @ 131 W. 72nd St!

See you in class,
Jolynn

Happy Mother's Day....a little early!!

Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 2, if you are a mom who is NEW to this class, you may take it for FREE!!! That's right, free, nothing, nada, no money.....free free free class!!! 

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We are NOT having class next Wednesday, May 9, so we are celebrating moms a little early this year.

All you have to do, is post a comment below saying you would like to experience a GREAT workout with AMAZING women in a SUPPORTIVE, FANTASTIC environment!!!  (Just post that YES you wanna come work out with us.)

**This is for class only, childcare is NOT available tomorrow....sorry.

See you tomorrow mamasitas!!!

April showers bring May flowers!!!

I want OUR garden to GROW!!!!  Sooooo for the ENTIRE month of April, when you bring a friend to class....it's 2 for the price of 1!!

Yes, you both can come for the drop-in rate of $20...that's $10 / person!  (Childcare costs additional.)

No, there is no limit to the amount of times you may do this....bring a friend EVERY week!!!  I am raining savings so our garden is flourishing in May! 

Spread the love, forward this note, it applies to EVERYONE!!  New AND current students!

Can't wait to see you!
xo,
j

March Mommy Talk!!!

What fun we had in March!!!

After a great intenSati class with some very happy moms....



We munched on yummy trail mix from Lolë NY Showtique!!

I announced that beginning Monday, April 30 - Monday, May 21 at 6:30pm, I will be teaching community intenSati Meet Up classes at the Lolë NY Showtique !!

Then it was time for our super interesting and informative CranioSacral therapy talk by Somatic Movement Therapist Elizabeth De La Barre .  See that guy in the back?  He's my dad! Yes, when you come to visit me, I make you work out!!  He thought the talk was interesting too.



It was so much fun and we got lots of great information!  I was Elizabeth's "model" for a demo and that CranioSacral Therapy works!!  I might have a new (healthy) addiction!

We are rockin it out EVERY Wednesday morning at 9:30am at Ripley Grier 72 and you don't want to miss another minute of the fun!  Join us for an invigorating and empowering workout that is SAFE for everyone and OPEN to all, mommy or not, we welcome you!!! 

IF you ARE a mommy, the professionals at Lucky Lil' Darlings are available to watch your little one on-site while you work out!  Just shoot us an email at www.funfitnessformommies@gmail.com the day before class so they're ready with age appropriate activities.

Thanks so much to  Lolë NY Showtique for providing us with much needed nourishment after our heart pumping workout!

Come to class!
xo,
Jolynn

Mommy Talk Wednesday!!!

Tomorrow is our monthly Mommy Talk and what a treat I have for you!!

Ever wondered about CranioSacral Therapy and it's benefits?  Well, wonder no more! 

Elizabeth de la Barre, a Somatic Movement Therapist specializing in CranioSacral Therapy will be our guest speaker Wednesday, March 28!! AND the fantastic peeps at Lole Women are sending adorable bundles of yummy trail mix to nourish our bodies after a GREAT workout!!!

I'll be announcing the launch of Spring intenSati community classes at the Lole New York City Showtique !

You DON'T want to miss this!!! 

Wednesday, March 28

intenSati for Mommies + Mommy Talk

Ripley Grier 72

131 W. 72nd St., Room 2F

Class: 9:30-10:30

Talk & Treats: 10:30-11

Cost: $20

 **childcare by Lucky Lil' Darlings additional and MUST RSVP by 3pm today to reserve a spot for your kiddo!

Check out this great article on CranioSacral Therapy in Midwifery Today . 

See you in class!
xo,
Jolynn