Recently, Jacqueline published two new E-books for sale on her site. They are Pregnancy Fitness Program and Busy Moms Fitness Program. Each E-book sells for $29.99, but three lucky winners will have a chance to win the E-book of their choice. Here is a summary of each E-book in more detail:

Baby Bump Pregnancy Fitness System

A comprehensive strength training program with seven different 10–15 minute routines that are trimester specific. Each routine includes foam rolling, warm up, strength routine focusing on balance/posture/function and core, cool down/pelvic floor and static stretches.

My review: This is certainly something that I wish I had during my two pregnancies. I did some prenatal yoga, but other than that, I felt kind of on my own in terms of pregnancy exercises. Numerous studies show how important it is to keep your body fit and healthy during pregnancy (unless you have limitations according to your doctor). Jacqueline has provided a comprehensive workout for expectant mothers. All of her exercises include easy to follow instructions and photos to help ensure correct form and posture.

Baby Bump Busy Mom Fitness Program

The Baby Bump Busy Mom program was built to focus initially on post-rehabilitative postural exercises, then regaining strength to care for your children, and naturally progressing to fat loss.

My Review: Jacqueline takes moms through those first post-pregnancy weeks to really focusing on getting that pre-pregnancy body back. The six-week program provides slow and steady pacing that is essential to proper progression and injury prevention. Similar to the Pregnancy workout, excellent step-by-step instructions and photos are provided. This is a great workout for travel as well. It’s super easy to just print a copy for your purse or suitcase and your workouts will always be on hand.

E-Book Example

In addition to these great E-books, Jacqueline has written some excellent mini-guides that are free when you sign up for her newsletter at Babybumpfitness.com

I highly recommend the Baby Bump E-books as well as Jacquiline’s web site and health and fitness advice. I subscribe to her newsletter myself and stop by for tips often. Even though my children are now 5 and 7, most of her tips are still relevant and helpful.

WIN FREE E-BOOKS! – To enter for a chance to win your choice of Baby Bump Pregnancy Fitness System or Baby Bump Busy Moms Fitness Program. Start off with the mandatory entry:

- Leave a comment about why one of these E-books would benefit you.

For extra entries, do one or more of the following and leave a comment that you have done so.

- Follow me and Baby Bump on Twitter.

- Become a Fan of my site on Facebook.

- Sign up for my free fitness Coaching.

- Blog about this review and giveaway.

Winners will be chosen at random using Random.org’s number generator. Contest ends March 20.

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No amount is too small to give! Really! Here’s a small list of what just a small donation of yours can do for orphans and vulnerable children around the world!

$1.00 – provides a nutritious breakfast to for 4 children in Tanzania.

$5.00 – Buys 5 pair of flip-flops so kids don’t have to walk barefoot in Malawi.

$10.00 – Can provide blankets & clothing to children in need!

$25.00 -Provides a single mattress for a boarding school student in Tanzania.

Know that 100% of your donation goes directly to GO Campaigns programs on the ground – which means that every dollar you give will help a child in need!

I’ve set my fundraising goal initially at $500, but I hope to raise even more.

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Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
• 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp chopped scallions
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 4 5-ounce salmon fillets

Preparation:

Combine maple syrup, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice and scallions in a large resealable plastic bag. Add salmon fillets. Seal, pressing out excess air, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Preheat broiler or grill. Coat broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray. If grilling, spray grill before preheating.

Remove salmon from plastic bag, reserving marinade, and place on broiler rack or grill. Cook for 10 minutes until fish flakes easily. Brush with marinade once or twice during cooking.

Serves 4.

Per Serving: Calories 237, Calories from Fat 76, Total Fat 8.4g (sat 1.8g), Cholesterol 64mg, Sodium 587mg, Carbohydrate 8.7g, Fiber 0.2g, Protein 31.5g

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After my amazing results with P90X, I thought I was as close to perfect as I was going to get. Seeing that this was at age 40, I thought that was pretty darned good. But, life gets in the way and my fitness took a few steps back. I spent too much time on the computer (a bad thing) and more time with my family (a VERY good thing).

I was concerned that this “slip” in fitness focus would make me less credible. It’s not like I’ve gained all my weight back. In fact, I’ve probably only gained back about 10 pounds, but being a perfectionist, I could not accept this slip. I tried to keep it hidden from my readers, fans, followers, etc. NO MORE! I’m out of the closet with my fitness failures and back on track to be better each and every day. Not perfect, just better.

Practically all of my life, I have been a perfectionist. Nothing is ever good enough; I am always striving to do better. Of course, there are both good and bad things about this characteristic. I decided to do a little research about what others think about being perfect as well. I happened to stumble upon a comment from a Father Michael of Liveholiness.com. He said,

I think perfection is a great goal, but it can lead to great frustration. I experience that frustration every day when I see how imperfect I am! A friend of mine always likes to remind me that it’s about “progress, not perfection.” Even though I’m imperfect each day, I can at least try to make some progress in some area each day as well.

Ah, with a sigh of some relief, I realized THIS is me. THIS is what I am aiming for. I am not striving to be perfect, but to better myself, even if just a little, each and every day. I never thought I’d have this in common with a priest, but hey, you can’t argue with divine intervention, huh? I was obviously meant to stumble upon this exact blog and this exact comment.

Another blogger, Belinda Munoz, wrote a great piece about perfectionism. She states:

Here’s the reason why perfectionism is exactly what we need:  because in the chase of it, we will find under no uncertain terms that flaws are here to stay.  They’re not going anywhere.  Our flaws and other people’s flaws.  And these flaws that you and I share appeal to the best of us because through our flaws, we have amazing opportunities to bond in very real and meaningful ways.  No big mystery.  Just another proven, timeless, simple truth.

Once again, I could not have said it better myself. Thanks Belinda! So, let’s rejoice in our imperfections, but try to improve them. We’ll work together to be stronger, more fit, flexible, health and happy. I’m here for you and so many of you are here for me as well. On with the journey!

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