Take Care of Yourself

Season 1. Episode 8.

After our failed IVF, my mom ordered me the book called It Starts with the Egg. It was in reading this book that I heard Dr. Schoolcraft’s name again and also learned about all the things that can impact our egg and sperm health. It was a wake up call to dig into taking better care of myself. Here are the simple steps that Blake and I took during our season of waiting to clean up our lifestyle and take care of ourselves.

Physical health leads to mental, spiritual and emotional health.
It feels good to be active and eat good.
We are called to take care of our bodies, but it doesn’t have to be complicated.
- Get outside.
- Go for a walk.
- Eat a good, healthy meal.
- Take vitamins. (We took this brand of supplements. I also really like these that are now available.)
The stuff we put in and on our bodies matters. But so does the stress that comes from obsessing over every little thing.
- Pick one or two things each month to switch out for a cleaner / safer option.
- Get samples of my favorite clean skincare & makeup here.
One thing at a time. One day at a time.

Encouragement from Chapter 2 called Grace Through the Storm:

“Whatever you are walking through, God already reigns victorious. If we keep our eyes on Jesus and not on our circumstances, He will give us peace in the midst of the storm. It’s a daily battle to take our eyes off our circumstances and refocus our hearts and minds on Jesus. On the days when you feel you can’t take another step, tell Him. He will meet you in those vulnerable moments to give you peace and strength to keep moving forward. He’s not scared of your mess. Be honest about where you’re struggling, and trust that He will be the hand you can always cling to, the One who never leaves your side.” - Give Grace book

Links:

It Starts with the Egg

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