Shannon Leach

My psychologist asked me a question the other day… ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ She asked what my driving force was behind my desire to lead a healthy life: My “WHY.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We’d been talking about how I was hyper-vigilant about my exercise & nutrition when I geared up for IVF cycles and during my pregnancies.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I told her it was for my kids — all of them, but especially my two girls.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Initially, it was to give all 5 of my kiddos the best chance at a healthy birth. Now, it’s still about my kids, but for a different reason…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As a collegiate athlete, marathoner, nurse practitioner, & health coach, I’ve seen many women struggle when it comes to food & fitness. Not enough exercise or an unhealthy relationship with food.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I want to be an example for my children of exercising not for vanity but for mental and physical well-being!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I want my kids to love & enjoy food and never have an unhealthy relationship with what they eat or their bodies.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And I hope the same for YOU…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you struggle to find time to exercise?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you struggle with nutrition? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you struggled with a lack of support?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you struggled combating stress?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ We have just 3 days left in 2021 — and now is your chance to choose YOU!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I see you — the mama who’s constantly taking care of everyone else. Who needs something for herself. Who, like me, wants the best for her kiddos… especially when it comes to health!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ On Monday, I’m opening a group for YOU — a chance to start your New Year off strong. A place where you’ll be provided with the tools to find a balance between life, fitness, & nutrition! A place you’ll feel included & supported.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I want you to look back 3 months from now and be PROUD of how far you’ve come. If you’re interested drop a 🥳 below and I’ll get you more details!

It’s brain MRI day…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have a little anxiety — ok, a LOT of anxiety.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Both about the actual procedure and if I'll have claustrophobia during it AND whether or not the results will be normal.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For those who have been following my latest health issues, I recently had labs drawn to evaluate my hormones — I have a long history infertility (all 5 kiddos are from 3 rounds of IVF) and we were exploring the need for hormone replacement.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ All of my levels were extremely, extremely low, and one was undetectable (FSH). It caused concern for my care team — enough to evaluate further.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Two weeks ago, I saw an endocrinologist at one of the best organizations in our state: The University of Washington. And, in combination with the care of my amazing OB-GYN that knows my history, I have my brain MRI today, and I completed my pelvic ultrasound last week.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The good news? The ultrasound didn't show any masses. For those who care, it did show a very, very thin endometrial lining confirming that my body has been operating at very very low estrogen levels.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So, what is the brain MRI looking for?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A mass on the pituitary gland which can affect hormones. THANKFULLY, if they find one, they are typically benign. And if surgery is required, it's a relatively non-invasive procedure for a "brain surgery." ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Above everything, I’m grateful that I will soon have more answers and can plan for next steps.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It's more likely than not that my brain MRI will be normal — and that’s what I’m hoping for!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'd love the prayers for today and the upcoming days until I know the results! Thank you so much for your continued support, it means the world! 🙏🏼⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you ever had an MRI?

Tiny habits are the building blocks of remarkable results. It was exactly 2 years ago I took the pic on the left 👈🏻⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My twins were just 6 weeks old and I was exhausted & overwhelmed with 5 kiddos 5 & under!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I didn’t think I’d have the time to work out.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My end goal seemed so far away.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It didn’t necessarily feel like the “right” time.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But I knew I needed something for ME — the same way you likely need something for YOU.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then I thought back to my previous postpartum journeys and remembered that it didn’t take radical changes… It simply took implementing small shifts in my HABITS that over time added up to big changes.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I also knew it was programs like these that have helped me and so many other mamas get back on track. Allowing us to feel confident, strong, and in control of ONE thing when the world otherwise felt a bit out of control!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Are you ready to feel in control and build consistent healthy habits in 2022?! 🎉 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Remember a couple of weeks ago when I mentioned the new 20 minute/day program? IT IS AMAZING. I’m wrapping up my final week and will be starting round 2 on the 3rd!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s EVERYTHING you’d want as a busy mama…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⌚️20 min/day⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🗓 5 days/week⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📅 4 weeks⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🤸🏼‍♀️ 20 unique daily workouts + bonus content⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🍽 A simple meal plan w/ family-friendly recipes⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💪🏼 Weights + cardio for maximum RESULTS⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🔥 A community that will lift you up & support you⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you want FREE ACCESS to a sample workout? (No strings attached!) And if you like it I can share more info about starting with me on January 3rd!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Drop a 🙌🏻 below & I’ll send ya the info + the link to try it for FREE!

Might not have been a White Christmas. But this is pretty darn close. And SO magic. We spent the night at my parents last night. All slept 10+ hours. And woke up to THIS! Do you have snow, too?! ❄️ ⛄️

Might not be the Christmas we imagined… Or you imagined.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But above all, there is SO DARN much to be grateful for. No matter how hard & dark it can feel at times…What I love about today is that Christmas is full of hope & light & love.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ May your Christmas Day be filled with joy, peace & surrounded by those that you love. And may you, too, remember all the blessings in your life.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Merry Christmas from our family to yours!!! 🎅🏻🎄❤️

It’s a Christmas miracle. 5/5 smiling No fights or tears And no spills on the PJs beforehand 🙌🏻 To be fair, all credit goes to Dan for yelling “poop” & getting the kids to laugh. 😳 I look at this pic though, and, all I can think is… “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!!” 🎅🏻 ELF is def a family Xmas favorite. 💗 Love Actually is MY personal favorite. 🎄 Song? “All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey. I’d love to know… 1️⃣ Favorite kid friendly holiday movie? 2️⃣ YOUR favorite holiday movie? 3️⃣ Your favorite Christmas song? Merry Christmas Eve, friends! Love, The Leach Crew

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house… it smelled like the holidays because these delicious candied nuts just came out of the oven 🤤 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Trust me on this one — if you have a jar of mixed nuts in your pantry (or a few different bags of baking nuts), you NEED to go make these right now! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ They’re beyond simple AND your whole house will smell sweet and nutty. I promise, it’s heaven! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And they’re addicting, too… don’t say I didn’t warn ya 😉 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Swipe ➡️ for the recipe! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What holiday baking have you done this year?! . . #holidaytreats #holidayrecipes #holidaydiy #healthymama #pnwmom #momof5 #seattlemoms #momoftwins #breastfeedingmama #healwithfood #nourishyourself #healthyweight #healthyandhappy #balanceddiet #eatsmart #8020rule #mindfuleating #foodfreedom #foodfreedomjourney #candiednuts

I'm curious — who buys the Christmas gifts in your house? Does one person do all the shopping or is it a team effort? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also, at what age do we finally get to put the elf away for good?! LOL! . . #familyof7 #momoftwins #newmomlife #momquotes #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodunfiltered #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodandme #momquotes #mommemes #mommoments #bigfamilylife #lifewithlittles #christmasmemes #babyyoda #elfonashelf

GAH — just 2 days until Christmas! 😱⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Are you ready?! Are the presents wrapped?!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Out of curiosity, does your Santa wrap presents? Or are they left unwrapped? Do Mom & Dad also give a gift(s)?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Growing up, Santa never wrapped gifts — he just left them in piles on the couch, so, it's been the same for our kiddos!

Two things every mama wishes for during the holidays 😂 . . #familyof7 #momoftwins #newmomlife #momquotes #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodunfiltered #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodandme #momquotes #mommemes #mommoments #bigfamilylife #lifewithlittles #christmasmemes

I can't take credit for any of these… ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Jameson brought the snowman home from his Kindergarten class — swipe to see the little sign ➡️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I honestly almost cried, thinking about the future Christmases and how much will change 😭❤️ I love that it will be a reminder of how little he once was! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m actually tempted to make them for all of my kiddos, but I just don't know that I'll have the time! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then, the kids' daycare made the reindeer picture frames (3rd pic), and I LOVE LOVE them! Such a fun idea to do with your kiddos and/or gift to Grandparents 😊 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you make any gifts that you give to family or friends? If so, what is your go-to gift or favorite one you’ve made?! . . #pnwkids #pnwmom #seattlekids #seattlemom #momof5 #familyof7 #bigfamilylife #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodunfiltered #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodandme #momoftwins #twinmomlife #ivfmom #kidscrafts #christmascrafts #christmaswithkids

In a year where so many gave up, she didn't just survive — she THRIVED!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'm sure many of you can say that there were things you gave up on the last couple of years. Or maybe you didn't start something you intended to? Or you gave up on something because there were too many setbacks?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I saw this happen not only with the women in my accountability groups, but in our business, too. I was surprised by some leaders that simply stopped showing up!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But not @kelburnham — she recognized that there was a NEED to fill in the lives of so many. Whether they needed a solution to a health and fitness problem, mentoring someone to build a business of their own, connecting other moms to an incredible community, or helping other women find true purpose and meaning doing something they LOVE!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ "A life of significance is about SERVING those that need your gifts, your leadership, your purpose."⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ That is exactly who Kelley is. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨A servant leader⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨Leading from the heart & by example⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨Inspiring her teammates to rise to their potential⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨Mentoring her Coaches to achieve success⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✨Sharing her life authentically⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kelley has achieved the TOP accomplishment in our business for the 3rd year. She’s built an incredible tribe of strong, passionate women who are changing hundreds of lives — others and their own. And Kelley leads from the front, showing us all what is possible with hard work, consistency, and a passion for helping others!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Kelley, I’m so incredibly proud of you and this entire team! Cheers to an amazing 2021 🥂⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Please help me cheer her on!

Don't be fooled — this Santa was MAGIC 🎅🏻✨⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I'm seriously baffled by why kids are so scared of Santa. Is it the suit? The hat? The beard?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ To me, Santa represents love & kindness & joy!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But I also think Santa pictures are infinitely better when it looks like THIS versus 5 happy children 🤣⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What do you think? Better with or without tears?! HA!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And, for the record, if you're local, this place is AMAZING! We didn't have to wait, prices are good, you get printed pics immediately, and the people that work there (Santa included) were SO kind. Visit: lakestevenssanta.com for more info.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Asking for a friend… What do you do if the ONE thing your kid wants doesn’t exist? (A Captain America bow & arrow)/ I mean, I know “SANTA” is magic, but am I going to destroy Madden's dreams?! Help a Mama out!

It’s Christmas week…⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👩‍👦‍👦 The kids are off for 2 weeks.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 💁🏻‍♀️ I’m off for 2 weeks⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ✌🏼 There are just 2 weeks left in this program!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And best of all? SNOW is currently predicted for Christmas Day in our area! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you think you’ll have a white Christmas where you live (or where you’ll be traveling to)?

We have tried to get them dedicated 3 times now. The first time was May 2020, and, the church didn’t do it because of the pandemic. The second time, December 2020, and, there was still so much unknown with the pandemic that didn’t feel comfortable just yet. Mother’s Day 2021 we were READY. And then early our entire household got sick. Finally today was the magical day. The sermon was beautiful. We were surrounded by our family & my sweet friend @meaghanord who brought her entire family. Funny story about Chloe’s outfit though. 🤦🏼‍♀️ See my stories for that story. We found our church when I was pregnant with these two in May 2019. And I cannot tell you how grateful I am that we did. There were so many times these last two years I’ve had some major lows. And it’s because of my church & faith & family & friends that I made it back on my feet. I have met some of the most incredible people at our church & I feel so beyond grateful and lucky that my kiddos will grow up in a place that is bursting with hope, joy, peace, faith & compassion. Thank you @bca_church for giving us a home & second family here. Thank you for fueling the hearts of our kiddos with kindness and an abundance of love. We could never express how thankful we are to be part of such an incredible community. Side note: I was raised Catholic, so we always called it baptism. Our church calls it a dedication. What does your church do??