August, 2020 – Thriving SuperMama

Family Vacation during Covid-19 pandemic

August 30, 2020 3 Mins Read

The increasing surge of Corona Virus has dampened many families’ vacation plans. After months of staying home and self-isolation, many are eager to get out and have some fun especially with the ease of restrictions previously put in place by various governments to contain the spread of the virus like international travel bans and restricting movement to essential services only. Travelling with family need not be worrying in this season:Pexels Whether it is safe to travel depends on many variables, namely, how you plan to do so, where you want to go, the rates of infection in your chosen destination, who you are travelling with, and your anticipated behavior once you arrive.As you plan for your family vacation, consider the…

Food+Travel Karen K Dempsey

Exploring Lamu-Kenya

August 30, 2020 3 Mins Read

Lamu Town Why Lamu?I love the ocean and the beach and when it came to deciding where to go this time for a short holiday with my husband, the Kenyan Coast came first in mind. I have been to North Coast (Mombasa), Diani, Watamu and Malindi but never Lamu. That was my next costal town to explore.Lamu Town is located on Lamu Island and is known to be the oldest town, in Kenya. Lamu is characterized by enclosed courtyards, verandas, and elaborately beautiful carved wooden doors. Manda Airport Getting ThereThere are various options to choose from when you decide to go to Lamu. You can drive, take a bus, a train then bus or just fly. I chose the easiest…

Self Love + Wellness Mueni Kimani

Strenuous exercise to avoid post delivery

August 30, 2020 3 Mins Read

Starting an exercise program after delivery has many benefits for the mom such as boosting energy and fighting postpartum depression. However, it’s important to be cautious when starting an exercise program. During pregnancy and after birth, the body goes through so many changes. Therefore, it is important to ease gently into any exercise program. Vaginal Delivery For moms who have had a vaginal birth, getting back to exercise could be done almost immediately as long as you’ve had your postnatal check. Get a go ahead from your doctor then ease into any exercise routine so as to avoid too much strain on the abs and pelvic floor muscles.This way you can avoid injury and reduce the time for recovery.…

Self Love + Wellness Rachel Murugi

How mums can overcome burnout

August 28, 2020 3 Mins Read

Are you angry, mad, and resentful to your spouse and kids? Do you feel physically, or mentally tired all the time? Maybe you are tired of the constant beck and call from your kids, or you find yourself yelling all the time. There’s a high possibility that you might be experiencing mum burn-out. Mum burn-out is not a permanent situation; you can bounce back to your old self and even prevent it.The following are ways on how you can overcome burn-out. The frustration that comes with mom burnout is real. Be aware of it. Get Out of the HouseWhen you are feeling overwhelmed with house chores and mom duties get out of the house and get some fresh air. Go…

Motherhood 101 Sylvia Omondi

How to work from home with kids during Covid-19 season

August 24, 2020 3 Mins Read

With the outbreak of Covid-19, it is fortunate to have a job that allows you to work from home. However, it poses an even greater challenge for parents who have to juggle between parenting and working from home.Children demand around-the-clock attention and it gets even worse when they see you at home with them. Your work productivity will be highly affected as parenting while struggling to put in some work hours, attend meetings and keep deadlines is a challenge. As such, how do you find balance between the two? How do you navigate life at the intersection of working at home and mom-ing?Here are a few tips to help balance parenting and working from home: Create a ScheduleIt’s important to…

Food+Travel Karen K Dempsey

Quick snack ideas for kids

August 21, 2020 2 Mins Read

Getting your little ones to eat can sometimes require more of your creativity than usual. In truth, you may not have all the time to whip up something that takes hours to cook and present. Here are some ideas for you to try that your kids will enjoy fully. Ham, cheese roll If your family is made up of cheese lovers, this is the meal for you. Quick, easy to assemble and pop in the oven, as well as yummy to indulge in. https://www.instagram.com/p/CDGmbHHA0aO/?igshid=867etx9x9tlt Hash browns with cheddar cheese Still on that cheesy vibe, add in some potatoes and come up with a favorite for many young ones. You can have this for breakfast or any other time of day.…

Self Love + Wellness Mueni Kimani

Staying motivated during exercise

August 20, 2020 8 Mins Read

So here is a story: It’s a new month. New month, New you. As such, you make resolutions, one of which is to hit the gym, join a yoga class, be active in a sport you like, or to start jogging around the neighborhood. You are pumped up in the first month. This year it’s going to be different, you just want to smash those goals and get that beach body that’s Instagram-worthy. It’s mid-month, and you can’t see much change in your body. I mean that body should be forming already, right? Wrong. Now what? You have a cheat meal, then a binge drinking spree on the weekend, then the next few weekends. You miss one day at the gym.…

Motherhood 101 Rachel Murugi

6 rich foods that boost your milk supply

August 19, 2020 2 Mins Read

It is very normal to be worried about your milk flow production- whether you want to boost your milk flow or not producing enough milk. As a first time mum by now you have heard different views on which foods boosts milk production.Here are some of the foods that can boost your milk supply. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CD01UuEg_Si/?igshid=18kqg1q1s7es6 An Instagram live with a certified lactation counselor Themothershipke About Breastfeeding. OatmealOatmeal is one of the top foods which boosts milk production. Most breastfeeding mums(mums/moms-use one) have seen the magical benefits of this versatile food rich in energy and fibre. It is very easy to make for both working moms and stay at home moms.To give an extra nutrition boost add nutrient-based toppings like chia…

Motherhood 101 Sylvia Omondi

Dealing with Postpartum hair loss

August 18, 2020 3 Mins Read

The beginning of motherhood is an exciting time. Your body goes through so many changes in adjusting to the new life. It can therefore be quite daunting to start experiencing hair loss after receiving your bundle of joy.Postpartum hair loss refers to hair loss experienced after giving birth. It is not a direct result of breast feeding, so please continue feeding your baby breast milk. Actually, it is quite normal to lose hair after giving birth. In fact we all lose hair every day. However, the change in hormones during pregnancy enables the mother to retain more hair and that’s when most experience the pregnancy glow. After giving birth, hormones go back to normal and a larger than normal amount…

Self Love + Wellness Mueni Kimani

Can you exercise when breastfeeding?

August 7, 2020 3 Mins Read

Absolutely yes, it’s important for moms to take care of themselves and have ‘me’ time and one way to do that is through exercise.

August 2020

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