This post is in sponsored by Viactiv and I was provided product to facilitate my post.
All opinions are 100% my own.

We all have setbacks from time to time. Well, I’ve had a bit of a setback when it comes to my self-care routine. As with many busy moms, I put myself low on the priority list. As my teen daughter is starting to be more mindful of her personal care needs, I want to be a role model for her. Taking better care of myself shows her that self-care is important.

Yoga & Stretching

Before I leave my bedroom, I do some stretches or a few sun salutations to get my blood flowing. If I have time, I pull up a quick yoga routine on my laptop. It always gives me an energy boost to start my day.

Peaceful Cup of Tea

My morning cup of tea is something that I look forward to each day. Lately, I’ve been grabbing it on-the-go for the drive to school. I have returned to having my cup of tea before the kids wake up. I find a quiet place to really savor the peaceful moment.

Setting My Intention for the Day

I have a pretty little pad where I set an intention for my day. Sometimes I come up with something of my own and sometimes I find a good quote to use. I found this one the other day. Don’t you just love it?

“An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly.”

Healthy Breakfast

In addition to my cup of tea, I am focusing more on having a healthy breakfast. I try to balance my intake of carbs and proteins and keep my sugar intake low so that I don’t crash mid-morning. I love making omelets with lots of healthy veggies.

Supplements for Healthy Digestion

I sometimes struggle with tummy trouble. A recent change in my medication has exacerbated the issue. When the folks at Viactiv asked me to try their Digestive Health Chews, I was eager to check them out. These delicious dark chocolate chews have the following benefits:

• A Probiotic-Derived supplement that helps digestive upset* and has 1g Prebiotic fiber, which feeds good bacterial growth⁺⁺
• Helps to reduce occasional upset*
• Helps promote healthy, diverse gut bacteria*
• Fermentate inhibits the growth of bad bacteria*
• 10 billion cells of Lactobacillus LB Fermentate⁺
• Only 1 gram of sugar, and no fat
• Backed by 15+ clinical studies

More About Viactiv Digestive Health:

Only Viactiv^® Digestive Health chews help balance gut bacteria by feeding the good bacteria you already have, and fighting the bad bacteria, so you can feel your best — all without the survivability issues of live probiotics. They are such a tasty way to get prebiotic fiber plus 10 billion cells of hearty, heat-stabilized Lactobacillus bacteria. I get to build my digestive defenses, while feeling like I’m indulging with a delicious piece of chocolate.

I love that I can just pop them in my purse when I’m on-the-go!

There you have it, my new morning self-care routine! It only takes about 30-40 minutes and helps set the tone for the rest of my day.

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Do you have a morning routine and if so, what do you include in yours?

⁺Intact bacterial cells
⁺⁺Provides 1g prebiotic inulin per chew as supplement to your diet. Prebiotic effect is shown with 5g per day
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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