How’s it going? Feeling like you’re in a slump? Can’t quite get with it? Not moving and shaking like you used to? I feel you! I just finished going through a similar season. I was tired and uninspired, and I just wanted to sit on my computer and get “desk work” done all day. And then I told myself, “Self, get with it!” And now I’m telling you, "Girl, get with it!” If you need to get moving again, these 10 stay-at-home-mom tips are sure to help you.

Is it hard for you to chug down your 8 cups of water each day? (For the record, the actual recommended amount varies, based on age and weight). If you're like me, drinking water throughout the day is no easy feat. I find myself counting down each ounce, and I don't quite make my goal until about 11pm each night. And after birthing 4 kiddos, my bladder isn't as strong as it used to be, so that means getting up in the middle of the night to use the restroom, but that's a different story altogether. Sigh.

Experts say your daily water allowance should be pure water (if only tea and Kool-Aid would count!). Especially with the triple-digit temperatures our summer days often yield, drinking water to help maintain your body's balance of fluids is very important. Dehydration is serious business! But did you also know that drinking water can help to control calories, energize muscles, and keep your skin looking great? There are other benefits too, but I guess one we simply can't overlook is that proper hydration will make your trips to the ladies' room just a bit more comfortable, if you know what I mean. 

Here's a photo of my first $10 Amazon gift card that I got TOTALLY FREE just by uploading the receipts I get from my everyday purchases.  When I buy gas, I snap the receipt. Stopping at CFA for a chicken sandwich? I snap the receipt. Just finished buying groceries? You bet, I'm snapping the receipt! It all adds up to free gift cards!

Have you heard of Flex Rewards? Once you download the app to your smartphone, you can immediately start snapping the receipts you get for all your purchases (any reciepts from anywhere) - and those receipts add up quickly to get you points that you can redeem for gift cards to your favorite places. So far, I've claimed several Amazon gift cards, but you can also redeem your points for gift cards to Starbucks, Marshall's, Bath & Body Works, Burger King, The Cheesecake Factory, and several dozen other well-known stores and restaurants. Using Fetch Rewards is free and super easy!

If you haven't started turning your receipts into gift cards, you an sign up with my referral code (5BAN46) and get 2,000 points for your first receipt. Download the app here to get started: https://fetchrewards.onelink.me/vvv3/referralemail?code=5BAN46

Enjoy!