As many of you have read in my posts, my journey to baby #2 was not an easy one. WhenFirst Response asked to interview me to dig deeper into my story, as part of the “This is My Journey” campaign with Today’s Parent, I knew it would bring out a lot of emotions. This campaign is intended to share women’s unique pregnancy journeys to help provide support to other women and families to know they’re not alone. My first pregnancy was so much different than my second, which I could never have been prepared for, so wanted to share my story to help others.

80% of the time I have breakfast on the go and it is usually a smoothie of some sort! We all know mornings can be pretty chaotic, so having simple smoothie recipes on hand makes life so much easier. You can blend, pour and take it out the door with you! I'll get right to the point and share my favourite (SUPER EASY) breakfast smoothies; hopefully they make your mornings less crazy too.

There are so many health benefits of pineapples including helping the body fight off chronic diseases!

She made me a mama and I can't see life any other way!

On Mother’s Day we are going to skip our regular workout and get active in the kitchen instead. Check out this delicious peanut butter cookie recipe which makes for a perfect Mother's Day treat!

'Tis the season to spring your eating habits! Read on for the only 5 tips you need to do just that.

As a mother, there are days where showers are missed and teeth go unbrushed. The norm for most mamas right? I have to say that showers are my “mommy time” and although rushed at times, a shower is where I can take a quick moment to breathe and relax (even if I hear my child screaming MOM for no reason whatsoever).  I need to remind myself that I won’t come out of the shower with something on fire!

The holidays always call for delicious desserts, but a lot can end up adding a little extra festive fluff to your waistline. With that said, we wanted to share our healthier, yet delicious peanut butter energy ball recipe that make a perfect addition to your holiday spread. Psst ... tell your mom's famous shortbread cookies to move over this year!! 

A week since Halloween and the candy temptation is still going strong ... even more reason to give it our all in today's workout. This is what's about to go down: 

It’s easy to get caught up in everyday mom life and sitting in silence to meditate sounds like a far-fetched dream. I speak from experience; my to-do list stresses me out as it hangs over my head and there seems to be so much more I can do in 5 minutes than meditate. Well mamas, that’s where I was wrong.  Meditation is very much an important part of your health and wellness journey.

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to Chrissy Teigen who is expecting her first baby! Who doesn't love this down-to-earth supermodel, who also happens to be an enthusiastic home cook and passionate eater? Her cookbook is preety incredible. Check it out if you haven't already - Cravings Cookbook! 

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to the beautiful Reese Witherspoon who is an avid runner and was also on a recent cover of Women's Health Magazine. 💪🏼

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to 45-year old Giada De Laurentiis who is a chef, author, tv personality, but most importantly she is a mother! With all the cooking and eating she does on the daily, she stays strong and slim by practicing yoga 5 days a week. Plus she says she eats a bit of everything and not a lot of anything!

I’m pretty sure most of you mamas went apple picking with the fam last month. Yay for you because the benefits of this fruit are endless - from whitening teeth to a healthier heart! My daughter goes through about a dozen a week - not even joking!

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to this beautiful duo Goldie Hawn and her daughter Kate Hudson- who is a mother of 2, swears by Pilates and is the co-founder of Fabletics! We love these two mamas!

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to 37-year-old actress Zoe Saldana - she stays fit with running and yoga! Who doesn't love this gorgeous mama of twins?

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to 34-year-old Christina Aguilera who is a #fitmom of 2. She reportedly lost over 40 lbs. after her last pregnancy, but she says it's about being confident in your own skin and embracing yourself and your body!

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to 32-year-old Australian model Miranda Kerr who is mama to baby boy Flynn. She is known for practising yoga and meditating every day. Definitely a hot mom in my eyes!

#MCM Mommy Crush Monday goes to 33 year-old Britney Spears who was one of the most successful teen artists in the 90's.