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 MetroMom
Leslie Cuevas
Texas
native, RN, Stroller Strides franchise owner
MB - You are juggling
working as a nurse, motherhood and your own business
- how do you do it?
I do it by having
faith in God, having a wonderful husband that is
able to help out, and being organized.
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MB -
What
advice can you give to moms about incorporating
fitness into their lives?
Incorporating fitness
into your life as a mother is one of the most
important things you can do for your kids. If you're
not healthy and get sick you can't be there for your
kids when they need you. Try to get at least get 30
minutes-1 hour of exercise 3-5 times a week. Start
small and work your way up gradually. Whether you
workout in a gym or take a fitness class with your
children remember that is your ONE hour to
yourself...we give the rest of the 23 hours in our
day to our children, give yourself one when you
workout.
MB -
What advice can you give to new moms about getting
out with their baby?
Getting out and
meeting other moms that are in your same boat and
have been where you are is VERY important!! When I
was a brand new mommy I suffered from PPD
(postpartum depression) and I joined Stroller
Strides where I got to exercise and meet new
moms. That was the best thing I could have ever done
for myself and my family. It helped me get through
the tough times of being a new mom and I meet some
wonderful ladies that offered me great support!
MB -
What is your most memorable moment of becoming a
mom?
My son is almost 2 and this past year has been so
much fun watching him grow and learn new things
every day. I know it will just keep getting better.
MB -
What activities do you like to do with your son
and why?
We like to play outside and read. I
also love those moments when he is sleepy and we
snuggle up in my bed and watch his favorite
shows...Elmo (Sesame Street) and The Wiggles.
MB -
What do you like to do when you
have "adult only" time?
My husband and I like to spend time
together going to dinner or just watching a movie
together at home. I also like to spend time with my
friends when I get a chance...dinner, movies, etc.
MB -
What
is the best advice you received about being a mom or
raising a child?
The best
advice I got was from a complete stranger that had 2
kids. They told me not to listen to anyone else's
advice. As a new mommy you hear so many different
things about how to get your baby on a sleep
schedule, feeding schedule, etc. The truth is that
there are many different ways to do things and you
have to find what works the best for you and your
family.
MB - If
you could give another mom or expectant mom one
piece of advice, what would it be?
Take it one day at a time and don't stress about the
small stuff. Being a mom is the hardest job in the
world, but in the end it is the most rewarding.
MB -
Do you have a motto you would like to share with
other moms?
I can do everything
through him who gives me strength. -Philippians
4:13
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