My sweet tooth loves this time of year. Starting with Halloween candy and ending with Christmas cookies, there’s no shortage of confections to be eaten this season…which is why my waistline is usually less than thrilled during the holidays.
This year, however, I have an excuse to enjoy a few extra treats. I’m still breastfeeding Asa, and since milk production burns approximately 500 calories a day, I can add that many calories back into my typical diet. Pumpkin pie every night!
OK, so that only happened for one week last month. (Costco’s pumpkin pie is SO good!) I know I shouldn’t be indulging as often, especially because I’m in the habit of grazing throughout the day and eating dessert before bed… READ MORE!