Woman to Woman

Health, Fitness & Nutrition

Women today have a lot on their agendas. Church, family, business, careers, travelling, studies etc. We spend so much time caring for others but neglect to realize that we need to first take care of ourselves. Complete well-being involves our physical bodies.None of us can be at our best without also spending some time and energy on improving our physical health. Women who engage in a regular exercise program live longer lives, are less likely to experience health problems, miss fewer days at work due to illness, experience less depression, and have more energy.

Optimizing these areas can enable us to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives, which can ultimately help us to be better women of God. We all have our favourite snacks and sweet treats we like to indulge in from time to time. However many of us end up failing to exercise moderation when making healthy eating choices. While healthy eating choices are a key factor in improving one’s health and fitness level, nothing else is as important as exercising on a regular basis.

The Bible Instructs Us to Take Care of Our Physical Bodies

First Corinthians 6:19-20 says “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you were brought with a price; therefore glorify God in your body.” We glorify God by how we treat our physical body. Let’s honour Him by being good stewards of the body He has blessed us with.

Dress Sense

(dressing for your body type)

Knowing your body shape is the key to successful dressing, no matter what trends or fashion fads are happening. Stick to the rules and you’ll never be stuck for something to wear again.

Maybe you are fed up with the size of your bum? Wish you had bigger or smaller boobs? Wardrobe filled with black garments in the hope of hiding a few extra pounds? Fret no longer – no matter what your shape, here’s how to choose clothes that make what you’ve got look great.

Shape: Pear-shaped

You need to find clothes that will balance out your body, rather than attempting to skim over your bottom half with shapeless skirts and trousers – which usually ends up making it look even bigger. Avoid wearing anything lighter on your bottom than your top, as that’s guaranteed to add width. Darker shades and structured cuts, such as boot cut trousers that flare out at the ankle or A-line skirts, create a streamlined shape rather than clinging unflatteringly. Steer clear of long, baggy tunic tops that stop at hip level and end up maximising the widest part of you. Waist-length garments will avoid this, but if you feel more comfortable with a longer-length top, then ensure it’s fitted at the waist and floats over your hips. Pick eye-catching tops and bold accessories to team with your well-cut bottoms, and listen to the compliments flood in!

Shape: Big-busted

Start all outfits with a well-fitting bra. If it’s the wrong size, your breasts will look oddly-shaped under anything you put on top. Get measured for free in a department store if you’re unsure of your size. Ensure bras provide proper support, with an underwire and wide, non-slip straps to keep it in place. Tops or dresses that don’t allow you to wear a bra underneath are not a good idea, so avoid plunging or backless styles. Strapless tops – even those with built-in support – will flatten your breasts down unflatteringly. Don’t be tempted by corsets either – you’ll end up looking like a 16th century throwback with cleavage under your chin. Choose tops that show décolletage to balance out your shape – polo-necked jumpers make large boobs look droopy. A deep V neckline or a wrap-style top is always flattering without being too revealing. Accentuate this area with a necklace that dangles down.

Shape: Curvy

If you’re blessed to have a Marilyn Monroe figure, make the best of it by choosing pieces that draw attention to your waist and maximise the curves above and below. Fitted waist-length jackets and tops will add shape, as will garments with a belt. Be wary of clothes without a shape – stretchy, clingy ones are fine, but long, shapeless tunics will turn your bust and hips from assets into unflattering bulges.

Ensure you play up to your womanly shape by picking ultra-feminine pieces wherever possible. So pick skirts over trousers and nipped-in jackets over boxy numbers. Try pencil skirts, go for scoop-neck tops that mirror your hips, and never be seen without high heels for that complete Monroe look!

Shape: Voluptuous

Solution: You’re not alone in being bigger – the average UK woman’s a size 16. Don’t try to cover up any embarrassment by buying clothes in smaller sizes, which will be too tight and make you look much fatter than if you’d bought the correct size. Equally, banish ultra-baggy clothes, as they’ll suggest there’s far more underneath than you’re actually covering. Make sure whatever you buy has a structured cut. Anything designed to cling will not be flattering, so steer clear of stretchy skirts or leggings. Loud colours can be overwhelming, but embrace big patterns, which will break up your shape and make it look smaller. Clothes and accessories that hang down will give the illusion of extra height and balance out your spare pounds. Go for three-quarter length jackets (not waist or hip-length, which will just draw attention to problem areas), dangling earrings and long necklaces to lengthen your neck.

Remember you are fearfully & wonderfully made and no matter what size or shape you are, if you feel you look good then chances are other people will too. So don’t forget to straighten your shoulders, put your head up and smile – it’s always the perfect accessory to any outfit! Look good feel good!

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Parenting for New Moms 

All Parents (single or married) are charged with the responsibility of raising children, but we know that this is not always an easy task. These are some tips to help you on the wonderful journey of motherhood!

Spiritual & Emotional:

First things first – you won’t find time to spend with God. You will need to make time – do it!! His patience, love and strength will help in transforming you to be the mother you (and He) want you to be.

Mommy Care:

Rest. I mean, really rest. Take care of yourself so you can take care of your baby. I wish someone had been kind enough to tell me this when my children were babies. It would have saved me painful back aches and endless trips to the doctors.

Put your feet up during feedings. Take some deep breaths. When the baby sleeps, take a nap or lie down. The first few weeks are a huge time of healing for your body. Don’t push it. Allow other people to pamper you. And if someone offers to help, actually give them something little to do.

Do something nice for yourself everyday – take a bubble bath, order takeaway, read your favourite magazine or book for 15 minutes or so, and of course, sleep when the baby sleeps.

Don’t get dressed to go anywhere until AFTER you’ve fed, burped and changed baby. I’m sure you’re carrying an extra outfit or two for baby, but why don’t you pack one for yourself to keep in the car? I can still remember this vividly, I was sitting at the back of the church when my baby, who I was trying to nurse discreetly, had a blowout poop and leaked through his nappy ( we didn’t use diapers back then) to my outfit, and right onto me!

Baby Care:

When baby poops from head to toe (and they will!), don’t freak out – grab the camera and laugh it away. One thing I did that worked which I always remember and give myself a pat on the back – gave my baby a bath and baby lotion massage at night. It relaxed both of us and she/he smelled wonderful.

Get a baby sitter, friend or relative to look after baby whiles you spoil yourself. Remember you were a woman, wife and friend before the baby came and you will be long after they leave!) and b) there are PLENTY of women who would love to hold and cuddle a baby for a couple hours while you get a much-needed break – so use them! True, it may not get done exactly as you would like but it will be one less thing for you to do.

Nursing:

Be patient with breastfeeding – it gets easier. If you’re nursing – drink, drink, and drink. If you notice frequent headaches, you could be dehydrated and in need of more fluid. Good rule of thumb: each time you sit down to a feeding, grab a glass of water. It used to work during our times!!

Being a new mom can quickly sap your strength and keep you wandering aimlessly in a land of not-enough-sleep. Happy parents make good parents, so take a healthy dose of these hilarious sayings and get smiling again!

  • No matter how calmly you try to referee, parenting will eventually produce bizarre behaviour, and I’m not talking about the kids.~ Bill Cosby,
  • Always end the name of your child with a vowel, so that when you yell, the name will carry.~ Bill Cosby
  • Adam and Eve had many advantages, but the principal one was that they escaped teething. ~ Mark Twain
  • A baby is an angel whose wings decrease while his legs increase.~ Anonymous
  • People who say they sleep like a baby usually don’t have one.~ Leo J. Burke
  • When my kids become wild and unruly, I use a nice, safe playpen.
  • When they’re finished, I climb out.~ Erma Bombeck
  • Ma-ma does everything for the baby, who responds by saying Da-da first.~ Mignon McLaughlin
  • Having a baby changes the way you view your in-laws. I love it when they come to visit. They hold the baby and I go out.~ Anonymous
  • Before I got married I had six theories about bringing up children; now I have six children, and no theories.~ John Wilmo

Now that these hilarious short quotes have caused you to wipe away tears or merely just smile, you’ve taken the first step in banishing the new parent grumps.

Psalm 127:3 “Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him”

Happy motherhood!