Ah, the joys of trying to squeeze in a workout! Picture this: I’m trying to elevate my heart rate for a solid 20 minutes, and every 20 seconds, my kids are bouncing in with demands, comments, or the classic “snuggle” request as I awkwardly hold a plank with my noodle-like arms. Here’s a rundown of the 34 things my kiddos want from me during my precious exercise time.
- A snack.
- Can you please turn on the TV?
- I need a bottom wiped!
- Change the channel on the TV, pretty please.
- Make up a way better story than the one on the TV!
- Another snack. No, that last snack was ages ago; they’re starving! How about seven pieces of bacon?
- “Look at my boo-boo!” It’s right here. No, here! RIGHT HERE!
- Someone’s foot itches. Just thought you should know.
- Can you get Connect Four down from the shelf?
- They need help deciding who’s red and who’s black in Connect Four.
- An egg, a cotton ball, and my bed pillows, please!
- One of my bras, because “we’re just trying something out.”
- Just to let you know, the little one ate a cotton ball.
- “What happens if a raw egg goes in a bra?”
- Can you call Jack’s mom for a playdate? I haven’t seen him in FOREVER!
- Look up some new ninja paint colors for our room.
- Someone stinks! Just reporting.
- Can you boot up the computer so I can play a game?
- Could I have seven more pieces of bacon?
- Just open the email quickly so I can write “happy birthday” to grandma.
- I need the credit card “secret code.”
- What does “life-size” mean?
- $124, please! (Not sure what for.)
- Snack!
- What’s a “pen pal?”
- Also, what’s a “loosie?”
- Can you screech like a Tyrannosaurus rex?
- Point the computer camera at me for two seconds, please!
- Snack!
- What does “hashtag” mean?
- “Hah hah, #wobblymama is trending!”
- “Look, Mommy, it’s you!”
- Help me put away the yoga mat.
- I refuse dinner!
As you can see, trying to exercise with little ones around can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. If you can relate, you’re not alone! And hey, if you’re diving into the world of home insemination, be sure to check out this blog post for some great tips. For more info on home insemination kits, Make a Mom is a fantastic resource. And if you want to explore genetics and IVF, this page will provide you with valuable insights.
In short, juggling kids and a workout is no small feat, but with a little humor (and perhaps some bacon), we can get through it together!