Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
21 Day Fix: A Diet Story
I've never gone on a diet. Not really. But it turns out, those pregnancy pounds do not just melt away even if you go back to your normal way of eating an exercising. You have to do something extra to make them go away. Reluctantly, I joined Beachbody and purchased a...
8 Baby Things I Use Daily (0-3 Months)
1. Fisher-Price Cradle n' Swing. I didn't use this for the first month because Jacob seemed too small for it but now, use it every single day. He loves watching the mobile, hearing the music and swinging. It's easy and helpful for a busy mom trying to get things...
Heart Setting: Mom-Mode, Duration: Permanent
One of those things I didn't understand about motherhood until I got here is the emotion that comes with leaving your kid with a babysitter or in childcare. I never knew how I would feel about it but always thought it wouldn't be that big of a deal. I know he's only...
Groundhog 7-Miler: First Race Report Since 2014!
In 2015, I ran the least miles I have ever run since becoming a runner. I started sitting on the sidelines just about this time last year when my back issues came into play again -- and then pregnancy, which of course is the best reason 🙂 Sciatica magically...
What I Learned About Life From My Baby This Morning
*That's from Bob Goff's Instagram (he's awesome, you should follow him & read his book!) In the morning, I get Jacob up, feed him, change his diaper and set him below his mobile in crib. He immediately breaks into a huge smile. He's rested and ready for the day....
Baby Weight: I Didn’t Know It Was So Hard to Lose One Pound
Let me preface this by saying the baby weight thing is NOT a big deal in my life...but it is something that's been on my mind. I gained a little over 30 pounds during pregnancy, then swiftly lost about 15 pounds of it right after giving birth 10 weeks ago. Since then,...