• Motherhood comes without the how-to manual

    Motherhood comes without the how-to manual

    We spend time in primary, secondary, and sometimes post-secondary school to gain the skills and knowledge for our professional life. We then spend a great portion of our life in that specific profession. So all the preparation in school helps us to get there. Isn’t it crazy though how mothers…

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  • What a typical morning looks like.

    What a typical morning looks like.

    Weekdays look about the same day to day. I keep the same routine as long as my body is feeling good. Are there mornings when I wake up maybe a bit tired? Yes. Are there mornings where maybe my body feels sore? Yes. I know when I need to sleep…

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  • Good morning smoothies

    Good morning smoothies

    Smoothies have been a part of my morning for years. They are quick, filling, and not to mention yummy. I think what I like the most about smoothies is how easy they are to throw together on a busy morning. Now I don’t follow exact recipes, I kind of just…

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  • The night before mama prep.

    The night before mama prep.

    Mornings are crazy at times. Everyone is trying to get out of the door at a reasonable time. In order for our mornings to go as smooth as possible, I like to prep the kids lunch the night before. Sometimes I prep all of it, other times I prep parts…

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  • Tips for exercising first thing in the morning.

    Tips for exercising first thing in the morning.

    Is the term, “not a morning person” really a thing? Or is it just something that someone said and others validated? I do believe that some people just wake up easier than others. I witness that in my own household. I think sometimes exercising in the morning just isn’t possible.…

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  • Finding a mama proof morning routine.

    Finding a mama proof morning routine.

    When I first became a mother in 2013, I soon realized there was minimal time left at the end of the day for myself. When my oldest child was born, I was fortunate to take twelve weeks off from work to be home with him. Once I was ready to…

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Thank you for stopping by to get a glimpse of my life. This blog is filled with books, exercise, food, kids, and morning routines.

-Alyssa O’Cana