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Mindful Living: Life of Toi

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Tatiana from Life of Toi {life is more that The Baby Plan} is a believer in being mindful living. From trying to conceive and moving away from London, to getting fit and writing her story, read more about what makes this blog more than the baby plan… 

Where are you at with the baby plan at this point?

The baby plan is done; meaning after 11 months of frustrated TTC (trying to conceive) the seed settled where it ought to in March. Now, we are so happy because our first baby is due in November (you can read the announcement here). From the moment I found out I am preggo, the plan became how to keep my health and fitness level high throughout pregnancy and beyond (you can read how I try to have a Mindful Pregnancy here).

What can first time readers expect to find while visiting your blog for the first time?

I must confess, my blog is a work in progress just like my life. Initially, I focused too much on my journey through TTC, but then in March (just after we moved from Britain to Canada and before I found out I am pregnant) I decided to focus on my journey through life, this is how Life of TOI {life is more that The Baby Plan} was born.

Now, I write about our new life in Canada, how I try to keep fit, my pregnancy updates, healthy living, opinion on various aspect of life, my love story, my holiday travels and the music I enjoy listening to. I am also learning to cook as a home goddess does, researching which cloth diapers to use, getting ready to breastfeed, how keep my boobs perky and how to decorate my baby’s room. I guess posts on those topics will be appearing soon.

You say you’re an aspiring published novelist, what do you imagine you would write about?

I would like to write novels that focus on life, love and race in places like Italy – I was brought up there and the place inspires me a lot. I like stories that don’t sit comfortably on your skin, but make you shift inside. Stories that capture the pains and psychological turmoil of the characters. Stories that allow the characters to overcome life adversities, making them see the positive side. Stories can inspire others.

What are your favorite type of posts to write?

Posts in which I question and reflect on many issues such as motherhood, feminism, relationship, healthy living and life. My love story post, they take me to the emotional journey that led me to these happy moments I am living right now. I also enjoy writing my pregnancy updates because these posts are like letters to Berry, my baby’s nickname.

What do you love most about blogging?

The community that brings along, I am getting to know wonderful people through my blog – and I really hope I can meet some in real life. The platform on which I can express my feelings and ideas and then get feedback through comments – I LOVE comments, even if to say hello. I love blogging because it keeps me sane and is allowing me to come out of my shell and growing into a better person.

Other popular posts from Life of Toi {life is more that The Baby Plan}:

The Home Goddess or The Feminist Thinker:“This post represents the two sides of the person behind The Baby Plan.”
Are You Safe: “Are you paranoid about what people might do with your personal information?”
This Is How I Do It…: “Being skinny does not mean being fit!”

About Tracie Nall

Tracie lives in Arizona with her husband, teen daughter, and more books than her shelves will hold. She spends her days writing and editing. Many of her words end up on her blog, From Tracie. Find Tracie on Twitter @FromTracie and on Instagram where she takes pictures of things that are yellow.

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  2. Charlotte says

    There are some preggos in my life who I think could really benefit from this blog. Congrats on the pregnancy and can’t wait to follow along on your journey 🙂

  14. TOI says

    I have been reading all your comments. I am so excited and grateful you stop by my blog. Thank you again ladies. SITS a big thank you for featuring me.

    Keep stopping by. I am going to stop by each one of you :).

  24. Jamie G says

    Wow, can’t wait to check out your blog! It seems like we have a lot in common!

    My favorite topics to write about are also about motherhood and feminism. The weird thing is, I always thought feminists were weird and never thought I was one. It wasn’t that long ago it struck me, “wait a minute…I THINK I AM ONE!!! And a fanatical one, at that!” haha

    Love life and race in other countries and cultures is also a topic I LOVE. I can’t wait to read your novel!

  26. Trianna says

    Congrats on the pregnancy! I am wowed that she would be willing to let people know about her struggle to conceive. Sounds like a really great blog and great girl, too!

  28. Aleta says

    Greg and I have TTC since we’ve been married. Still not pregnant, looking into maybe foster care 🙂 There’s a lot of love to give to children who need it. Looking forward to reading her blog 🙂

  34. bluecottonmemory says

    Congratulations! Life will NEVER be the same again (after November) – and you will become so much more than you EVER imagined!!!! I miss having excellent reasons to crave ice cream in all forms!

  35. Mama, Hear Me Roar says

    Congratulations on your pregnancy! I started getting more health conscious during my first pregnancy. By the third, I started dreaming of my own organic garden!

  36. mangiabella says

    my baby is due in november too!!! i was definitely healthier with my first two pregnancies, this one is like a tornado, but pressing through!!

  38. Latoya says

    I can relate to her pregnancy troubles. I have been having some problems even attempting to conceive right now (single person) so I just started taking some fertility and chasteberry pills. Congrats on being the featured blog. It was well worth it and I enjoy reading your entries! Take care and congrats on the pregnancy and little Berry!

  42. kriste marie says

    how exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    i love your blog concept of mindful living. i have been, as of recent, looking into this concept and how to encorporate into my life and also started a blog to journal in a way my experience. cant wait to read more of you!