JANUARY 2014
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M O T H E R S O F P R E S C H O O L E R S First Presbyterian Church // Edmond, Oklahoma
ways for busy Moms to Stay In Shape Adapted from Marci Lall, www.everythingmom.com
Having children is hard work! Kids are draining, both emotionally and physically. They take a toll on your body and your health. Moms are notorious about putting our own needs on the bottom of the list of family priorities, often to our own detriment. Luckily, being a mom doesn’t mean that you can’t stay in shape. In fact, there are a few easy routines that can be incorporated into even busy days, with your children under your feet. You will not only get fit, but set a good example of healthy living for your kids. 1. Running and Walking - This is the easiest form of exercise for a busy mom. You can run or walk anywhere, at any time. If you have a treadmill, it can be done indoors. For those that like fresh air, you can explore your neighborhood. For a great workout, put your little ones in a stroller and push them as you jog. 2. Get Wii Fit - This is one of the best exercise routines for a mom. Using a Wii Fit is extremely motivating, as the system helps you set goals and track progress. There are dozens of titles available
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to keep your workouts varied. Unlike other exercise equipment, the basic program is very affordable. If your children already play the Wii, adding the extra components is only around $100. Don’t be surprised if you turn around and see your kids running, jumping and stretching right along with you. Choose from yoga, balance, strength training and more. 3. Exercise DVDs - Like playing the Wii, these exercise programs are completely indoors and you can work out right at home, whenever you have the time. There are plenty of different programs, methods and instructors to choose from. Exercise DVDs are cheap and most require no additional equipment, though simple tools like dumbbells can be useful. 4. Bike Riding - Bike riding is another form of aerobic exercise that not only burns calories, but is easy to fit in with children. Older kids can ride along with mom, while little ones can be strapped securely into a bike trailer. They will enjoy the ride and the trailer will give you a bit more resistance, increasing the quality of your workout. If weather is poor, try a stationary bike, or use an alternative workout that can be done inside.
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M O P S E D M O N D F P C . B L O G S P O T. C O M
MENTOR MOM SPOTLIGHT VETA Roberts
Where were you born? Louisville, KY Where did you grow up? Edmond, OK What was your job before having kids? Banking and Chamber of Commerce What do you do now? Standardized Patient at OU Med What is your husband’s name? Rick How long have you been married? 43 years How did you and your husband meet? In the 8th grade! But we didn’t start dating until we were juniors at OSU What church do you attend? First Presbyterian Edmond How many children do you have, and what are their names and ages? Jason 37 (Ruth & Katie (5) Audrey (3) - Austin, TX) Emily 34 (Steve & Reagan (8) Lauren (6) Meredith (4) Ashely (2) Houston
What do you like to do in your spare time? Go to Texas!!! Travel, Read, Be with friends What are three words to describe your personality? Caring, Mischievous, Optimistic Based on what you know now, what one piece of mommy advice would you give yourself before you had your first child? Forget that the house needs something - enjoy your kids, and your husband! Take time for yourself! What is your favorite Bible verse? Joshua 24:15 - as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD What would be your dream job if money, family, and circumstances were not an issue? I’m doing it now!!! Wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer -------if I were 40 years younger, cruise director!!!!
Healthy Skillet Lasagna ingredients
directions
1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, diced salt and pepper ½ tsp red pepper flakes 1lb lean ground beef (93% lean) 8 lasagna noodles, broken 1- 8oz can tomato sauce 1 - 28 oz can diced tomatoes 1/3 cup water 6 oz part skim mozzarella cheese 1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1) Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the chopped onion and cook until translucent (4-5 minutes). Stir in the garlic and ½ tsp salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. 2) Add in the ground beef, breaking the meat into pieces and cooking until no longer pink. 3) Layer the lasagna noodles over the meat and pour the tomato sauces and water over the pasta. Cover and bring the dish to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes or until the pasta is done. Season the lasagna well with more salt and pepper to taste. 4) Take the lasagna off the heat and roughly stir in the cottage cheese. Top with big chunks of mozzarella and let sit covered for 5 minutes or until cheese it melted. 5) If desired, top with parmesan and basil.
optional: parmesan cheese
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• Go to the movies. • Make DIY moon dough. • Make a movie. • Have a dance party. • Have hallway races. • Bring outdoor toys that keep kids active inside. • Exercise together. • Play Simon Says. • Get a tunnel for your little ones to crawl through. • Let little ones jump from cushion to cushion. • Make a pillow pile and let them jump into it. • Create a fun indoor obstacle course. • Make or purchase a bean bag toss game. • Go to the library. • Bake or cook something together. • Make or purchase an indoor bowling game. • Have an indoor scavenger hunt. • Make or purchase an indoor bowling game. • Head to the mall. • Visit a local indoor pool. • Go ice skating or roller skating. • Visit the science museum or any other museum • Go to a local bounce house. • Go bowling. • Hit up a fast food play area. • Sign your little ones up for a fun indoor activity like gymnastics, swim lessons, dance, indoor soccer, or martial arts just to name a few. • Have a fashion show. • Put on a puppet show. • Work a puzzle. • Complete a craft kit or make any craft. • Make a card and send it to someone special. • Play a board game. • Build something with Legos. • Color in coloring books. • Make a sock puppet. • Paint a picture. • Make seasonal decorations. • Blow bubbles inside in the bath tub. • Have a spa day. • Indoor Ice Skating — All you need is some wax paper, rubber bands, and carpet. • Make a newspaper “Snowman” • Read books together. • Make an indoor ballpit.
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Community events January 21 // Tiny Tuesday
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. / OKC Museum of Art Features a come-and-go, open-ended art-making activity geared towards ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver. Dress for a mess! No advance registration is required. Free for Museum members or included with general Museum admission. www.okcmoa.com
December - February // Free Mondays at Zoo
Every Monday All Day / OKC Zoo FREE admission on Mondays December through February.
Every Saturday // Free Learn to Skate
12 - 12:45 p.m. / Skate Galaxy (5800 NW 36th St) Learn to skate with a FREE skate lesson. www.skategalaxyokc.com
Every Wednesday // Toddler Craft & Story Time
11 a.m. / Unpluggits Playstudio (575 Enterprise Dr) Children will hear a story and participate in a related craft each week. FREE with paid admission. www.unpluggits.com
Every Saturday // Free Crafts for Kids
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Lakeshore Learning Store Every Saturday kids (ages 3 and up) can make a FREE craft. No reservations necessary. www.LakeshoreLearning.com/FreeCrafts4Kids
Every Saturday // Free Children’s Story Times
10:15 a.m. / Full Circle Books Join Full Circle Books (1900 NW Expressway) for a weekly story time. www.FullCircleBooks.com
Every Saturday // Free Children’s Story Times 11 - 11:30 a.m. / Edmond’s Best of Books Join Edmond’s Best of Books (1313 E Danforth) for a weekly story time. www.bestofbooksedmond.com
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