Good Girl Health

18/02/2024

Do you have a meal plan for this week? What are you prepping today? I’m currently meal planning in my head as I hold a sleeping baby.

17/01/2024

Life update… I know it’s about time. I went MIA again.

Life happens. Things are hard right now. I just got done spending 13 days in the hospital with our almost 7 month old daughter. I gained 5 lbs in 2 weeks (despite making some decent choices in the hospital)! 🫣 To be fair, I’m sure my cortisol is through the roof from all the stress. She also came home on a feeding tube, has multiple doctors and therapist appointments each week, additional testing and procedures scheduled, and is on an every 3 hour around the clock eating schedule. My life feels out of control at times, but we know the One who is in control at all times!

Today, I’m sitting down with my coffee, computer, goal planner, and menu planner. I know THM is going to look completely different for me this time around. That alone is making me feel overwhelmed. In the past, I would whip together a smoothie and call it a meal. Today, the thought of pulling out a bunch of ingredients and dirtying the blender is more than my brain and heart can handle. So it will probably be lunch meat and veggies. That’s ok. My season is different now.

Any mamas out there who have gone through a similar season with one of your babies? What are your favorite tips and tricks?

Pic of my little “tubie” and me before we left the hospital.

09/11/2023

My first attempt at sourdough… 🤔 Definitely still learning, but it tastes amazing!

18/10/2023

Being transparent: I’ve not been 💯 on plan the last week, but it’s been close! I’ve also made a lot of wise choices.

Today, I made pumpkin chocolate chip bread and muffins because I know someone is bringing the “real” deal to my house tomorrow. 😉😂 I wanted to have an alternate plan! This recipe is very easy. And, Cohen loves to “cook” in the kitchen so he helped.

I’ve shared the recipe in the comments. It calls for 2 loaf pans and I usually just make 2 loaves, but I decided to make mini muffins with my second loaf since I’m going to have toddlers in my home tomorrow (there’s another pan of mini muffins cooling on the stove. It made 42 minis.) Also, it’s easier for Cohen to eat. 😊 I love having sweet treats I know he can have for a snack and not be on a sugar high! (That kid doesn’t need anymore energy! 😂🥰)

04/10/2023

What’s in your crockpot tonight? Or what’s for dinner? We’re having Smarty Pants Stroganoff. 😋

02/10/2023

Two NSVs to report:

#1: I worked out 20 minutes last night with my husband even though I had already met my goal! (This is HUGE for me. I don’t really enjoy working out.)

#2: I didn’t really have much in the house for lunch today, and I was really tempted to eat my toddler’s leftover Mac ‘n Cheese. Instead, I made wise choices and had a great S lunch.

Have you had any non-scale victories to report?

29/09/2023

You might be a Trim Healthy Mama if you have pie and collagen coffee for breakfast. 🥧😋

Add your, “You might be a THM if…” statements. These always make me laugh!

28/09/2023

How many of you have heard of "Crocktober"? I decided to participate this year. Anyone want to join me? 🙋‍♀️

Here's my "menu." I just did 4 meals per week since we do a lot of leftovers. We're also working on our budget so I included one meatless meal per week. (You'll notice week 2 has an extra meal. We're having the coaches and families over that weekend.)

Updated to add:
Wacha Want Mexican Chicken (FP)--THC. 47
Lentil Soup (E)--THC. 89
Smarty Pants Stroganoff-- THC. 44
Coney Island Casserole by Mrs. Criddles Kitchen

Pork Roast w/Potatoes & Carrots (no recipe)
Sweet Lime Taco Joes --THT. 93
Teriyaki Beef & Broccoli--THT. 82
Beans 'n Cornbread--THT. 111
Venison Chili (no recipe)

Spanish Chicken & Rice by Fit Mom Journey
Garlic & Rosemary Tomato Soup by Oh Sweet Mercy
Crockpot Mediterranean Chicken by Joy Filled Eats
Taco Soup by Darcie's Dishes

Wipe Your Mouth BBQ--THC. 43
Slow Fajitas--THC. 53
Cilantro Lim-Burst Chicken--THC. 54
Vegetable Breakfast Frittata (No recipe)

27/09/2023

A couple weeks ago we were having dinner with friends, and we all decided to do a workout challenge together as teams—girls against guys.

* At least 20 minutes 3x a week
* 15 weeks (took us to Christmas)
* Team with the least amount of misses wins
* Winning team gets to choose their prize. My friend and I chose a night out for pedicures while the guys watch the kids. 🥳 The guys haven’t decided yet.

27/09/2023

Time for a life update!

I’ve been MIA from this page for quite awhile—a lot has happened—so I’ll try to give a brief update.

#1 and disclaimer: I’m no longer a THM coach. Life changes just made it too much of a challenge at this stage for our family. Also, it wasn’t really financially beneficial for our family,

#2: We added one to our family! Samara Anne Bidwell was born June 17, 2023. Her name is Hebrew and means “protected by God.” We named her very early in the pregnancy without knowing what her story would be. We’ve already seen again and again that God definitely named her. 😊😉

#3: I’m still a THM! I’ve decided to restart this page to share my journey and for accountability. As I said, I’m no longer a certified THM coach so I won’t be offering “official” services. But, I would be happy if you would join me on my journey!

I had some health issues with this last pregnancy. And, being pregnant back to back, I gained more than I wanted. I have about 35 lbs total to lose. I’ve already lost 5 lbs.!

I would love to hear from you all! Any major life updates for you? What are your current THM/health goals?

03/06/2022

I didn’t realize it was national donut day today when I made donuts! 😂🍩

16/05/2022

I haven’t posted in FOREVER! I’m still here!🤣

Who says you can’t have doughnuts for breakfast?

Donuts—Teim Healthy Mama Cookbook

29/04/2022

My afternoon “pick-me-up” 😊 😋
Trim Holiday Cookies: https://trimhealthymama.com/ezine-homepage-december-2017/trim-holiday-cookies/

26/04/2022

My favorite taco seasoning! It’s definitely better than packaged seasoning and super budget-friendly!

We eat A LOT of Mexican food at my house. Like a lot. And most of those recipes call for taco seasoning. I was buying SO many packs of taco seasoning that it was ridiculous. One day I looked at the ingredients on the packet and was grossed out. Why did we have to have all these preservatives and add...

25/04/2022

I didn’t eat 100% on-plan this weekend so it’s a reset breakfast for me—eggs over sautéed okra (Deep S). What did you have for breakfast today?

15/04/2022

Packaging orders for pick-up! Reminder PPU today from 10-4 for your orders.

15/04/2022

Positive side of all the baking we did yesterday! We made an extra batch of scones and used the leftover lemon glaze and vanilla bean glaze. 😋

07/04/2022

The vanilla beans arrived for the Mini Vanilla Bean Scones (and they smell amazing)! There’s still time to place your baked goods order for pickup in Greenville, SC on April 15. See comments for more info!