POST BABY FITNESS Q&A - Happily Grey

Absolutely. When Navy decides to party all night ;). I have a really hard time getting up. We're going through four-month sleep regression - we've gone from Navy sleeping through the night to her getting up 4-5 times a night. I've been learning to have a lot of grace for myself during this time. As a new mom, I need to be gentle on myself.

I love to go for runs in the city that I'm in, but I try to keep it consistent with my schedule at home: early mornings...cardio mixed with some resistance. P.volve is also great because it's easy to travel with. I've never been one for class pass because I don't have time to go to actual classes. When I travel my schedule is packed because I want to get as much done in as limited time as possible. I generally just go to the home gym.

I do a lot of snacks and small meals. I'm 90% vegetarian so I get most of my protein through dairy. For breakfast, I almost always have a banana and peanut butter.

I try to stay away from highly processed foods and stuff that's high in sugar. I go to the grocery store around 3 times a week because we try and buy perishable foods. TIP: shop the outer aisles of the grocery store to stay away from processed foods!

Sugar cravings are HARD! But I find that if I'm eating throughout the day, it's easier to manage them. Small meals throughout the day is key for me! (although I do have a weak spot for candy and indulge myself every once and a while ;)).

Yes - I do breastfeed and think that breastfeeding has actually helped me with post-baby weight loss. Every woman's body is different, but for me I feel like it takes a ton of energy (it's almost a work-out in itself!). Plus we can all agree that it's a full-time job ;). Note that all your nutrients go to your baby, so if you're low on nutrients it's the momma who takes the hit! SO important to stay on top of your prenatals. Also, drink loads of water and overall having a healthy diet.

Absolutely - I was active prior to my pregnancy and stayed active until about 7 1/2 months. Even still I was walking every day, and I definitely think that played a role in faster recovery.

I don't, but I used Earth Mama Belly Butter while pregnant on my belly. I would apply it every day and night.

It's still not back. Nothing is the same, but I suppose it's not supposed to be :). At around 3 weeks though, I noticed my body start to bounce back and I could fit into pre-baby clothes again. It really depends on YOUR body though, and the time it takes to heal. It's so different for everyone.

I felt me again after the eight-week mark, but there are still a few things that feel a little out of body. I know that will come in time :).