Baboosh Baby

Hi,

I am so busy lately and physically exhausted.  Yet every time I finish rehearsing, I can not wait to get home and see my kids.  Somehow, I always find the energy for that.  My girlfriend just sent me this email and it really hit home for me because I do not have the time lately, that I use to have, to do many things that I enjoy with my children.  Now it is about the little things that we squeeze in and
our quality time together.

Check this out and don’t forget, moments make a HUGE difference to our kids.

Love Brooke

To My Child

Just for this morning, I am going to step over the laundry, and
pick you up and take you to the park to play.

Just for this morning, I will leave the dishes in the sink, and l
let you teach me how to put that puzzle of yours together.

Just for this afternoon, I will unplug the telephone and keep the
computer off, and sit with you in the backyard and blow bubbles.

Just for this afternoon, I will not yell once, not even a tiny grumble when you scream and whine for the ice cream truck and I will buy you one if he comes by.

Just for this afternoon, I won’t worry about what you are going to be when you grow up, or second guess every decision I have madewhere you are concerned.

Just for this afternoon, I will let you help me bake cookies, and I
won’t stand over you trying to fix them.

Just for this afternoon, I will take us to McDonald’s and buy us
both a Happy Meal so you can have both toys.

Just for this evening, I will hold you in my arms and tell you a
story about how you were born and how much I love you.

Just for this evening, I will let you splash in the tub and not get angry.

Just for this evening, I will let you stay up late while we sit on
the porch and count all the stars.

Just for this evening, I will snuggle beside you for hours, and miss my favorite TV shows.   

Just for this evening when I run my finger through your hair as you pray, I will simply be grateful that God has given me the greatest gift ever given.

I will think about the mothers And fathers who are searching for
their missing children, the mothers and fathers who are visiting
their children’s graves instead of their bedrooms, and mothers and
fathers who are in hospital rooms watching their children suffer
senselessly, and screaming inside that they can’t handle it anymore.

And when I kiss you good night I will hold you a little tighter, a
little longer. It is then, that I will thank God for you.
 

Hi, Today was my first day off this week. I spent the afternoon with David and the kids at my Father-in-law’s house to celebrate his birthday. I have been so busy rehearsing, that I was dying for a family day. When I signed on to join the cast of Dancing With the Stars, I was mentally prepared for the possibly 8 hr a day commitment, but I had no idea how physically and mentally challenging it was going to be. We have been training every day. Derek is an amazing teacher. I am totally out of my element, but because I love music and dancing so much, we are having a lot of fun! There is a lot to learn. My kids have been rotating turns to visit me at the studio. Some days I bring Shaya along and set up a play area for him to be close to me. He watches, and listens to the music. Derek has even taken him for a few spins on the dance floor. I really miss my kids when I am away from them so I am trying to schedule my rehearsals sensibly, so I can still be there for the important day-to-day stuff. School starts this week for Neriah and Sierra, I will be moving to a studio close to them, so I can still pick them up in the afternoon. I am 100% committed to doing the best I can on the show, but I am also 100% committed to being a mom. I find myself challenged these days like so many moms, as they go back to work. Fortunately as mothers always do, we find a way. David has been amazing. He is really excited for me and very supportive. He has been picking up the slack with the kids, and I am so grateful that we have a “pitch and catch” relationship. He is a wonderful father and I really have been counting on him while I am busy rehearing. He is preparing to do another film that he will be starring in.

Well, I’m off to bed, big day tomorrow. - Brooke

Hi ,

Summer is over and I know lots of us are going through that tough 
transition of getting our kids back on the school schedule.  Neriah 
and Sierra love the extra late summer nights, but now its time to get 
serious about early bed time.  Elementary kids need 10 hours of 
sleep, no buts about it.  I just read some great sleep tips on one of 
my favorite sites, www.momlogic.com (sleep tip section).  I know how
hard sleep deprivation is on me, imagine how it affects our kids?

Btw, I would love some feedback on strollers.  I have used the Bugaboo 
for years, but I am looking for a light, convenient, compact stroller 
that doesn’t take up the entire back of my truck.  I just got the 
JOOVY Sit and Stand for Rain and Shaya.  Rain can sit facing me, while 
Shaya rides forward, or Rain can stand and face forward as well. I 
love it. - Brooke

Hi,

Well, I put it out there that I wanted to get back to work, but I had no idea it was going to be on this intense level.  Good Morning America announced the new line up this morning.  I am so thrilled to 
be part of the Dancing With the Stars cast.  I have been rehearsing every day this week.  I think this will be the hardest thing I have ever done.  It is so weird for me to be on the other side and  competing, considering I am usually the host.  I am so nervous and excited at the same time!  Derek is my partner, he couldn’t be sweeter. And thank God he has a lot of patience because he is going to need it!  I have absolutely no dance background and the only experience I have is the many nigh clubs around the world I once partied at.  I am totally up for the challenge, and excited about doing something that I have never attempted before.  I hope all of you tune in September 22nd.  I am gonna need all the support I can get!

Love,

Brooke

Hey Everybody!

Sorry it has been so long since my last blog. This is the first time in my life I have been totally unavailable. I never realized how challenging it was going to be having a family of six!

I am actually on vacation right now, which is the first one I have taken with our whole family. Since I have been pregnant most of the last 2-3 years, carrying Rain and Shaya, my older girls have missed out on a lot of fun. I promised Neriah and Sierra we would take them to Hawaii since it is their favorite place to be. We are having fun spending our days in the pool, the ocean and lots of water slides. This is one vacation we planned just for the kids. David and I will try to sneak away a few nights for some long needed romance although I know it is almost impossible to fit everything in.

Shaya is rolling over all the time now. He is ready to crawl any minute. He is having a hard time teething. I am waiting for a tooth to pop out in hopes of his getting through this fussy stage. A couple of weeks ago I gave him solid food for the first time. It feels like I am starting all over again. He loves the cereal although he is still not sleeping longer than six hours during the night.

Rain is saying so many words! Her favorites are yes (yeth), brush, dog and beau beau (bow bow), which is what she calls her baby brother. She is so in love with him. Having these two so close together is so different than it was with two years between Neriah and Sierra. Neriah is an incredible help at almost nine years old. She is an amazing little mom.

I am slowly going back to work. I am doing lots of press and a few shows here and there. I have some incredibly exciting news to tell you. Contractually, I am not allowed to make it public yet. I can’t wait to share the good news with all of you, which I will be announcing very soon! My life is about to change. Be careful what you wish for…it just may come true. I wanted to be working again but never expected it to be like what is about to happen to me.

Thank you for all of your feedback. We are putting up a testimonial page with all your comments soon. Keep your baby photos coming. We are gathering photos of all of our Tauts babies for a new bulletin board, which will be on the site soon.

Love,

Brooke

Watch Brooke on the TVGN channel as she dishes fashion and babooshbaby with Daphne and Lawrence on “The Fashion Team” at 8pm Pacific time, July 22 (Check your local listings).

Hi Everyone,

This morning I visited “The Fashion Team” to talk Red Carpet styles, what I did to stay in shape during my pregnancy and how Baboosh Body Sport helped me shed a few extra pounds to get me Red Carpet ready.

Brooke

I began my live satellite media tour all over the country today for Lilyette in Motion, talking about fitness tips to get back in shape this
summer.

My day began at 2:30am when a car picked me up at my home. By 3:30am I was in the hair and make up chair. The satellite media tour began at 5:20am and finished at 9:40am. (And I thought I was sleep deprived before!) At 10:00am, a car took me back to my hotel for a short break. At 11:45am I was on my way to a local mall to do a fitnes demonstration and talk about Baboosh Body Sport. At 1:30pm I will be autographing photos. By 2:00pm I do media interviews before heading for home.

When I get home I will be greeted by my children. There is no time for sleep until much later.

I hope all my new moms are getting some rest. Enjoy it while you can!

Love,
Brooke

Hi Everyone,

Thanks so much for all your feedback about the Tyra Banks show.  I love her and it was so much fun doing her show in NY. Lots of people are asking some great questions about c-sections and Tauts.

I have received so many cesarean inquiries. When I first launched Baboosh, I wanted to be overly cautious with all medical related issues. I was also concerned about the healing process regarding the c-section incision.  I have heard from so many women like your self that did not understand why we were advising against wearing Tauts after a c-section.  Most women are concerned about having a flat tummy again after surgery, and anxious to get back in shape quickly.

After a lot of research, we have now discovered that Tauts is actually GREAT for cesarean deliveries!!!! Yeah!

It will actually support the abdomen and may help you get a flatter tummy quickly.

 The most important thing is to follow your Doctors orders, be under his supervision and consult with him first, before wearing Tauts. 

Many plastic surgeons, who specialize in creating visual beauty, believe in wearing a compression garment, after abdominal surgery.  Tummy tucks are wrapped in a garment similar to Tauts to support the abdomen during the healing process. Of course, the garment is worn over the incision dressing, not directly against the skin, and your incision must be cared for according to your doctor’s recommendation.

We believe that Tauts makes Mom’s tummy feel tighter and flatter after delivery and provides additional comfort while mom recovers after c-section.

Check with your doctor and good luck!

Love,

Brooke

Hi,

This is a blog that I posted on the old baboosh baby site.  I am putting it back up because so many of you are asking me about my diet and how to lose a bit of weight.  Although I am not an expert, I want to share some of the things that I do as far as diet goes.  This five smart meals a day plan has worked for me, it is enjoyable, and I am hoping it may help you too.

Lots of people have been asking about my diet so here goes.  I never “diet”, but I do believe in creating healthy eating habits that you can enjoy and stick to.  I try to eat 5 times a day, small meals, every three hours or so.  If I get too busy, some of those meals may be a protein bar or simply an apple and some almonds.  Here is a typical day for me;  

Breakfast – oatmeal made with water, with a little brown sugar.  Coffee with milk and sweetener.

Snack –non fat yogurt or low fat cottage cheese with fresh pineapple, or a protein bar (Luna or Zone)

Lunch – chicken, lettuce, tomato, avocado, cucumber in a whole wheat pita with olive oil/Dijon dressing. Or, sushi - mostly sashimi style.  Or, a chicken/lettuce/cheese burrito. I also love Matzo ball soup which I make at home with chicken, carrots and celery.

Snack – apple with a handful of almonds, or a protein shake made with nonfat milk, ½ banana, tsp. almond butter and a scoop of whey protein. Or, tuna fish salad with celery or carrots, or some sliced turkey with almonds.

Dinner – fillet mignon with ceasar salad and asparagus, or sushi, or grilled salmon with veggies, or chicken with a salad and grilled veggies. Sometimes at night when I am too tired to eat a full meal, I have a bowl of my favorite cereal, Smart Start, with blue berries and non fat milk.

These are just some options.  I never starve, and I know that the only way for me to lose weight fast is actually by eating more often and keeping it smart.  I avoid carbs later in the day, I never drink juice (too much sugar) and I try to stay away from bread, especially white flour.  I drink lots of water with lemon and hot green or fresh mint tea.  I only drink water, never soda.  I do have a glass of red wine with dinner sometimes, which I really enjoy.  I keep my meals small and try never to skip them.  I know how hard it can be to find the time, but many of these options you can prepare in advance and grab them on the go. I really do enjoy what I eat and if I am craving something bad, I get it, but only a few bites! 

Small smart meals really work.  Give it a try. Good luck!

Love,

Brooke

I am standing on the top of a mountain overlooking the Malibu Ocean. I am so excited that I am dictating to my Webmaster to get this blog up right away!

I received the first sample of our new Baboosh Body Sport. I couldn’t wait to try it. I put it on and headed out for my four-mile walk. By the time I got to my mid point, I took it off for a rest and watched the sweat from my stomach roll down my pants! I cannot wait for you guys to try it! Gotta go. Gotta get back down the mountain and home to the kids.

Love,
Brooke