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Hi, my name is Pip Rush 👋🏻 This week I’m starting “operation actually pay myself some attention for once” ❤️ That simply means making sure I take a little time for me to do these 8 things: 🍽 Trialing eating the Low FODMAP way to see if it helps my IBS symptoms 💊 Taking my supplements every day (Vitamin C, Probiotic, Fish Oil, Supabee & Magnesium) 🚰 Drinking at least 2L of water 🥤 @luxefitness protein smoothie, fat burner and sleep burner every day ☕️ @fitwithseralilly cleanse tea every evening 💫 Continue to do @moveitmamasparkleon HIIT workouts 6 days a week 🛁 Do my @goodnessproducts skincare routine morning and night 💤 Be in bed by 9:30pm weeknights I am also restarting #pipsunpudging with 💯 percent commitment. I did my weight and measurements this morning, took photos and will use my Fitbit to log my food and exercise. BUT my mindset has changed from just wanting the number on the scales to go down to a focus on being fit and eating healthy (most the time!) as well 👊🏻 My weight fluctuates crazily day to day so it shouldn’t be the be all and end all. 21/05/2018: Chest 100.5cm. Hips 103cm. Waist 89cm. Bum 110cm. Weight 85.2kg. 📖 Never shared my weight before! (#BTW that emoji is representing me being an open book). So as well as consistently eating right and exercising I would ideally like to get back to my pre kids weight which was between 70-75kg so a goal of 10kg to start. Not ready to share the photos yet 😳 Any tips to make sure I stay on track are MOST welcome!!!! #selflove #wannabefitspomum #mumfitness #mumhealth #accountability #sparkleon #moveitmama #supabee #luxefitness #goodnessskincare #healthgoals #selfcare #weightlossjourney #mumweightloss #byebyebabyweight #healthierchoices #healthierlifestyle #nzmum #mumlife #mumoftwo #sahm

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Last night S U C K E D ! ! Two sick kids. On my birthday. And of course it started while I was out treating myself to a mani pedi. The first time ever I’ve left both kids at home with Dad to take time out for me. Even though I know he’s just as capable as looking after them, healthy or sick, as me I still had a serious case of #mumguilt ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hated seeing them suffer. The look on their poor wee faces showing they did not understand was happening to them. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I try to find a positive in every situation so my #glasshalffull on this one is that at least them being unwell at the same time meant it was over at the same time too (thankfully within 24 hours) rather than one becoming sick just as the other got over it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Cooper came into bed with me (hubbie went to other room) and ended up sleeping on me. He has not done that in a very long time. Not going to lie, the lack of sleep sucked a big fat one but, I secretly loved having Coops sleep cuddled up to me. He’s getting more independent each day so I treasure every single cuddle and kiss he wants from me. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #toddlersnuggles #mypoorbabes #somuchwashing #mumlife #mumoftwo #nzmum #kiwimum #kiwimamalife #nzmama #pipsunpudging

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Here’s last nights dinner; Tikka Spiced Chicken with Puy Lentil Dhal - YUM and ➡️ tonight’s dinner; Italian Pork with mushroom tomato sauce - NOT AS YUM. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m too tired to write anything interesting about them 😬 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #pipsunpudging #freshstartwithnadia #myfoodbagnz #totiredforwords #healthyfood #healthyeating #mumhealth #weightlossjourney #weightlossgoal #mumfitness #mumwannabefitspo #mumlife #mumoftwo #stayathomemum #sahm #kiwimum #sleepdeprivedmummy

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I am so happy my friend introduced me to Lisa and @moveitmamasparkleon 👊🏻 Like many mums I get stuff all time to myself but these HIIT workouts only take 20 minutes, without leaving home and don’t require any equipment. Not to mention Lisa is an incredibly lovely, relatable, inspiring and funny Mama sharing her sparkle for a ridiculously affordable cost. This is not sponsored at all I just want all Mamas to know this option is there! ✨💫 #pipsunpudging ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #Repost @moveitmamasparkleon “There was a time where I couldn’t do a full burpee. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There was a time where I couldn’t do commandos (up downs) on my toes and my bum would stick in the air. There was a time I couldn’t even do one full press up or tricep press up. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There was a time I felt heavy and lethargic and negative. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then there was a time where I did a 20 minute workout and felt so much better. I did a 20 minute workout day in day out - five times a week. I felt so much better. I felt stronger and happier. There were times I did my exercise totally sleep deprived - there are still times I am like that. There were times my kids drove me mad throughout - they still do sometimes! But nothing beats the feeling you get after exercise. I use that as my motivation. I am no expert but I’m way fitter and stronger now than I was after I had my fourth baby. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You just have to begin. The secret? Always remember how much happier life is when you’re exercised. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ That’s the sparkle. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Find yours! X”

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Last nights dinner - Chive & Mustard Chicken with Roast Vegetable & Bulgar Salad - I didn’t get time to post this because by the time I got both kids into bed AND asleep it was time for me to go to bed. This meal was perfect for the colder weather we’re having. I added some kumara to the roast carrot, onion and mushroom for hubbie because he doesn’t like mushies (I love them!). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m not seeing any movement on my weight and it’s really getting me down, especially because I took measurements too but I forgot to put the last lot in MyFitnessPal. I can’t remember them so obviously can’t see if there’s a difference there to make me feel better about the number on the scales not budging 😭 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Praying next Monday shows me something to be proud of 🙏🏻 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #pipsunpudging #freshstartwithnadia #myfoodbagnz #weightlossjourney #weightlossgoal #mumweightloss #mumbod #mumfitness #mumhealth #mumlife #nzmum #kiwimum #motherhood #mumoftwo #mumwannabefitspo #dontgiveup

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Double strength needed today. And not just my coffee. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #givemeallthecoffee #mumlife #nzmum #mumoftwo #motherhood #sleepdeprived #kiwimum #stayathomemum #feelslikemonday #thankgoditsashortweek #toddlersareexhausting #twoyearoldlife #pipsunpudging

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One more sleep until Ed Sheeran 🙌🏻😁👍🏻🤩👏🏻 (there’s no emoji adequate enough to show how bloody excited I am!) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ One more sleep until our first child free night since becoming parents 2 years & 4 months ago. I know some parents don’t like leaving their kids overnight but I am so ready. So so ready! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I NEED this. I NEED the two nights of uninterrupted sleep. I NEED to go to the toilet alone. I NEED to carrying a purse not lug a massive baby bag. I NEED to only worry about what I’m going to eat not if two little people will like it. And I most definitely NEED time with my husband. To be a couple, to be husband & wife not Mum & Dad. To focus on each other not our son & daughter. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If I am honest I am actually excited to leave my kids. And yes that might sound selfish but I know I’ll be a better Mum when I return. I am sure this break will make me less yellie snappy grumps Mum and more laughing fun playful Mum. There’s no doubt in my mind I’ll miss them but they will be in the capable hands of their grandparents and probably won’t even care we’re gone. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So if you see me out in Dunedin #sorrynotsorry for the state I might be in 🙃 Mama gonna get her drink on 🤪 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #selfcare #muchdeservedbreak #mumsdrinking #edsheerannz2018 #mumsnightout #nzmum #mumoftwo #motherhood #mumlife #stayathomemum #grandparentsbabysitting #roadtrip #pipsunpudging

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Whoop whoop 🙌🏻 Ordered my second pair of @fit_n_it tights and took advantage of the $60 special 👏🏻 They are worth every penny. I have wasted money on other tights that constantly roll down and distract me from my workout 😠 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The endorphins that come from online shopping almost made me forget how bloody exhausted I am. Almost. Any one want to trade me for kids that actually sleep?! Just kidding. Kind of. But no is that foolish. They’re really cute though. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #notsponsored #justahappycustomer #pipsunpudging #activewear #mumsinactivewear #fitinit #fitinittights #highwaistedtights #squatproof #nzmum #mumoftwo #motherhood #mumlife #kiwimamalife #kiwimum #stayathomemum #mumfitness #mumfitspo #mumweightloss #mumhealth #mumbod