FEELING
GOOD
By Jala Wharton
I Am
Mom mother/housekeeper/ chef/teacher/nurse/coach/ chauffeur/storyteller/monsterkiller/planner/organizer/ decorator/crafter/best-friend/ multi-tasking-queen/wonderwoman – I DO EVERYTHING! PHOTO CREDIT BETH PRICE PHOTOGRAPHY
Now the kids have gone back to school the everyday struggle of mom duties begins. Our Baylife Super- Mom Jala on the outside seems to have perfected time for kids and time to still look great, so we thought we would ask her to share her secrets. "I have a fairly strict - early to bed routine. Generally, after dinner (usually no later than 5:30-6pm) we play for a bit, then we’ll wind it down with baths / showers, hair braiding and laying out clothes for the morning. Then bedtime stories made up, or books. Hugs and millions of kisses and then lights out 7:45-8pm at the latest. Then it’s time for me to start prepping for the morning. Routine is KEY. Each of us has our own space to keep all of our gear in a locker system! This has saved me. It’s also taught the kids to stay somewhat organized. For a smooth transition in the mornings, plan
Jala Wharton is a local Model and Actress, Self-Described Fitness Fanatic and Mom of Four, (also our dear friend). We couldn’t think of a better mentor to share health and beauty tips, tricks and exercises in our Feeling Good pages.
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ahead. I love to cook so I often prepare a quiche and potatoes the night before. It's a healthy alternative to a cereal, or oatmeal. Smoothies and Granola are a quick healthy on-the- go breakfast. Lunches are always prepped the night before to curb any bickering. Once the kids are all at school, I usually grab a cup of Coffee from Blk Market, then head into Modus45 to either teach a class or take one. Or I’ll meet friends on the water for a killer Paddle Boarding workout or go for a run. It’s a must for me to get a workout in everyday. After I take care of me, when I’m not working, I tackle my list of things to do; grocery shopping, returning e-mails, cleaning the house, laundry, and the list can go on. I chip away at everything until I feel caught up. Don’t beat yourself up if you don't get everything done or mornings don't go smooth. I’m learning that Siblings are going to bicker no matter what, teenagers are going to have emotional meltdowns, shoes may get thrown, kicking and screaming can happen on any given day. The important thing is to Breathe. Embrace the chaos that may or may not happen. Plan as much as you can and enjoy the awesome ride. It goes by way too fast. "