Tag Archives: recovery

Back on the Horse

We recently returned from a whirlwind trip to the Midwest. Here’s the thing about the Midwest. It’s at a very low elevation. Although this made running fairly easy while I was there, running back at 8,000 feet is just painful. … Continue reading

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What Were We Thinking?

I’ve asked myself this question about ten times this week. Not because I’m over it, but I think just because it’s hard. A lot. And yet I find myself dreading going back to work and missing any part of this … Continue reading

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Six Weeks

Owen, Jon, and I have survived the first six weeks! And for the most part, it’s been great! We’ve had a lot of help and are slowly figuring this thing out. Owen is doing great. We’re trying not to be … Continue reading

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The Weekly Weigh In

I swear this is something you should only do as a high school wrestler, but whatever. It motivates me. Down another 3.6 pounds. Roughly 15 more to go to reach pre-baby weight. Not so roughly, 18 more to go, but … Continue reading

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And So It Begins

I got on a scale today. It was the first time since Owen was born. Could have been worse. I think my expectations were pretty low, so that helped. And I’m down 15 pounds since the last days of pregnancy. … Continue reading

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Mostly Awesome

So, the little man is seventeen days old. No, I will not be measuring his life in days for the duration, don’t worry. But it has flown by. They say it will and you don’t believe them. While you’re in … Continue reading

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Short But Sweet

These are the blog entries you do with an infant. Here’s what’s happening this week… Feeding the munchkin. I think I’ve finally got breastfeeding figured out. It was a little stressful. But fortunately, I have access to lactation specialists that … Continue reading

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An Admission

I may have overdone it yesterday. Maybe. I’m convinced that one of the reasons thing a have been relatively easy for me this pregnancy has been my activity level. And I’ve worked hard to keep moving. But, as hard as … Continue reading

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