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Fresh watermelon smoothie with mint , chia seeds, honey, and lemon to go! I love having it a lot but especially when I want a light but filling smoothie. Watermelon + mint gives that sweet fresh feel and chia seeds make it filling!

It's true: when women help one another wonderful things happen 😃So proud to introduce our hand woven meditation mat for our amazing clients in the USA . Thankful to have clients like them to appreciate this art and encourage it more so! The world is definitely getting smaller. It's carefully woven by Komal from sarees (For those who don't know Komal, she's my help's daughter in law who is using her craft to make a living).It's big enough to accommodate your meditation posture and gives you comfort while you connect with the nature. Order yours now! Message me.

A special thanks to for delivering this beautiful piece with utmost care to our clients.

With the sound of a frog croaking, its time to welcome the 'almost' monsoon season with this frothy, yummy & of course healthy Banana, Almond & Peanut butter smoothie! 🌈

Introducing my Very Berry Peach smoothie power packed with rich antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. What's in it?
Raspberries & blueberries, peach, banana, pumpkin seeds, my home made coconut butter, chia seeds, dates & water.
Why do I love smoothies? ✅ quick & tasty
✅ super healthy filled with fiber, antioxidants , healthy fats & nutrients ✅ helps stay fuller for longer, hence good for weight loss

Presenting to you my very favorite green smoothie after a long time 🍃 SPINACH + BANANA + OATS + MILK ... Nourishment in a glass! This smoothie can work as a supplement to your breakfast or can simply be your breakfast, which ever way you prefer. It's made with local ingredients, so nourishing and filling!
Finally getting back to my morning ritual feels good 😊

It's time to refute the idea 💡: " Woman! You can't have your cake and eat it too" 😉 A very happy women's day to all you wonder women 💕 A bit late in wishing but why have one day or a week to celebrate ourselves? 💃🏻🏃🏽‍♀️👩🏻‍🎓👩🏻‍🔬👩🏽‍🏫👩🏼‍🎤👩‍💻👩🏽‍⚖️👰🤰🏻👩🏻‍🍳👩🏽‍⚕️👷🏽‍♀️

Got doc's permission to workout. I just started my workout today after a long pause. Did 20 mins of moderate stretches, yoga and simple crunches. I didn't want to push myself post c-section.

How was it after a long time? To be honest- awful! Not due to the physical stress, but due to the emotional stress of literally feeling like my hard work of years went down the drain in just a matter of months. But kept my cool and went on with the workout, in no time I started feeling a bit like what I felt a year ago. I know this is going to be a long span transformation because I am going to start at home and manage my time between the little one, work and my health. Its TIME to introduce my past to the future 🤘🏼💪🏼


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Parenthood has been the biggest identity change we have gone through ... shall happily accept the challenge to reinvent ourselves just like we did in the past!

A feeling better not described ... just living every bit without any regrets. 2017 tested our strength to live through a few life changing events one after the other, from moving countries to embracing parenthood soon after. Now ready to take on 2018 on a positive note!

CLICK BELOW to read the blog 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼: First trimester fears & how I overcame them: Like many first time moms I too went through a mix of emotions in the first trimester. Although it might be a touchy subject for some, I really think it's necessary to share my thoughts and experience to only assure the first time moms, that you are not alone 😘 🤰🏻 I have come realize that life is too short to hide your feelings, so don't be shy to say what you feel.

Swasthliving | We are having a baby! 1st Trimester Fears Share Read on Mobile We are having a baby! 1st Trimester Fears Posted on Oct 14th, 2017 by Swasthliving pregnancyPregnancy Journey Imagine you think you might be pregnant, but to be 100% sure you wait for that plus sign, “yes”, or the double line to show up on that flimsy plastic stick. But 2 minute...

"You have to eat for two." ‼️🚫❌😲Utter nonsense!!!

"You are not eating for yourself alone." ✅ that we agree!!!✅

It's easy to say eat healthy and avoid junk food when your hormones have hijacked your cognitive skills for those 9 months! But there is a way! I figured that when you form a routine it helps to mitigate the consumption of junk food and those empty calories. Pick one meal of the day and make it an extremely healthy one, that checks off all the required nutrients and macros in pregnancy. For me that's breakfast and often lunch too. 2 eggs, 3 small multi grain toast , a heaping glass of milk and two sizable portions of fruits (preferably ones that are high in fibers)... what's your meal of the day?

Cutest baby shower present all the way from Bombay 💕 sooo happy 😊a big thank you to the talented couple & this caricature is so personal and dear to us 😘 that I had to share it! Love the work ❤️

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Not every day of pregnancy is easy, I speak for my partner too, but every day brings us closer to our unborn. This post is dedicated to my partner who has been there like a rock throughout the journey. It's insanely challenging for me but I am also showered with so much support, love and affection from both our families. As soon as I announced my pregnancy, the focus shifted on me. I know once the baby arrives, he will be the center of attention. But this man has prepared himself to go unnoticed. He is equally involved and drained throughout the process but showed no remorse. He has been so understanding and loving that I know deep down he is going to be an amazing father already 😌to him and all soon to be or new dads out there, your involvement is equally important in a child's upbringing 🙌🏼👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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Cucumbers - Carrots with salt, pepper &a lemon juice .. and yogurt during a hot summery day. Easy and refreshing snack!

Spread good vibes and think positively...happy weekend 💁🏻

Energy Bites with 4 key essential ingredients to consume in pregnancy 🤰🏻
Folic acids ✅Iron ✅Healthy Fats ✅Natural sugar ✅Fiber ✅Protein ✅... my sugar cravings have spiked up lately. I think it's me letting go a bit. In order to fulfill those short lived chocolate and processed sugar cravings I decided to make these energy bites at home. It literally took me 5 mins from getting the ingredients out to rolling them! I think it's a perfect solution to my unhealthy diet 🙅🏻

Recipe coming up soon...

"Pregnancy is a process that invites you to surrender to the unseen force behind all life." - Judy Ford 🤰🏻Yes! I am not in control-- still hard to digest but so true in this beautiful journey. I have never felt more anxious and happy at the same time; I have never felt more satisfied in giving up things that I enjoyed doing before; I am getting bigger and slower day by day but I don't mind that☺️. I have decided to embrace this phase of my life with pride and joy despite the uncertainties. Swasthliving is taking a new turn to best fit my lifestyle at the moment because healthy is not a destination, it's a way of life!

Not a typical smoothie or eggs morning 😒So here's a quick fix for breakfast: fresh fruits and nuts! A heart healthy, high in fiber, and potassium rich combination will keep me full for a couple of hours at least!

Be the energy you want to attract 🙏🏼 wishing you all a very Happy International Yoga Day! ✨

When your main men fix a delightful meal with love ❤️ love the pampering! Avocado Bomb Salad is what they asked me to name this salad 😜 it has spinach, cherry tomatoes, chickpea, cucumber, boiled eggs, and avocado dressing!

There should be no shame in modifying exercises! Time to break that negative stigma of workout modifications. Every body is different so why have one size fits all attitude? Two key reasons why you should modify when needed: 1. To avoid injuries 2. To start doing exercises that typically you would avoid due to it's difficulty levels. No more excuses, just start!!! ✅

A healthy gut is the key to a healthy mind, body, and soul. 🏹Fruit, granola and walnut yogurt parfait is the perfect way to restore optimal gut health in the morning. This combination checks off most of the essential ingredients you must eat every day:
Fibers ✅
Omega 3 ✅
Probiotics ✅
Calcium ✅
Antioxidant ✅

Be your own inspiration, be your own motivation, be your own healer... because no one knows you better than YOU 🏅

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Mediterranean Black bean, apple and quinoa salad with my lemon garlic dressing. It's a hearty, fresh, and nutritious meal packed with lots of rich flavors!

Benefits of planks:1. Tones belly 2. Reduces back pain 3. Improves back and core flexibility. I started with 10 sec of holding these postures. With regular practice and proper monitoring I am now able to hold for 60 seconds. Remember it's a marathon, not a race. Modify these poses by resting on your knees if it hurts. You want to sustain your body shape for the long haul so don't rush yourself. Listen to your body!

Crispy couscous salad with mint and apples! 🍏🍽A salad made with simple and natural ingredients that brightens up your day. Couscous is a whole grain that contains great source of dietary protein and vitamin B. The mint adds fresh aroma and apples add natural sweetness. Throw in any of your favorite veggies to this mix and you won't regret it 😊

Berries and cucumber: my mid day snack that cleanse palate and keeps me hydrated and energized! You can pick any hydrating fruits that's in season. Luckily berries are available all year round in Boston, but they aren't necessarily that sweet but oh well 😏

Mango, pineapple & ginger smoothie 🍍💪🏼 This tropical smoothie is an immunity booster! Smoothie blend that refreshes and tantalizes your taste buds.