This week has had some highs and lows.
To start with the low, on Wednesday afternoon Koda had a seizure. She has never had this happen before. I was rocking with Kaitlyn, when I felt Koda start bumping against the chair. I looked over to see my sweet pup fall on her side, seize and start foaming at the mouth. To say I freaked out is an understatement. It’s one of the scariest things I’ve ever seen. The whole event lasted probably under two minutes, but within 5 I had her in the car, had called a great friend who rushed over to stay with the girls and was on my way to the vet.
By the time we got there, Koda seemed perfectly fine, minus her normal vet jitters. They did blood work (normal) and honestly didn’t have many answers. They said it’s not terribly uncommon for dogs to have a seizure as an allergic reaction to eating a different plant or a bee sting. Koda had been outside on her own that morning, so I’m crossing my fingers that it was that. We are now just supposed to watch her. She’s been her normal crazy self since then, so I’m hoping it’s nothing more serious.
To cheer things up a bit, my niece is in town!
My SIL and Kyla arrived yesterday and are spending a couple days here. I am SO excited to spend some time catching up with her and playing with sweet Kyla. Watching the girls together is proving to be a blast, as is the wine sipping and chatting with Cara!
Finally, I have my 6 week check up this morning! I’m excited to hear if I’m cleared for exercise, but honestly I still have no idea when I’d find time for it. It’s something I miss greatly though, so I guess I’ll figure it out.
(Recycled picture from one of the two walks I’ve been on postpartum- HA!)
Now there is no real way to transition into this, but let’s talk yogurt, shall we?
I used to eat a lot of Greek yogurt, then kind of fell off the band wagon. It’s creeping back into my life though thanks to Fage.
It’s thicker and creamier than a lot of other brands I’ve tried (even other 2%). It’s the only one I’ve found that I could even consider eating the plain variety and enjoying it, but I do love that the flavors they offer are in a side container.
I love that I can control the amount I use and usually end up using half the mix in (though I do follow their directions and dip, not mix!). Fage doesn’t use milk concentrates (like Yoplait), though I do wish there was an organic option.
Still, it’s thick, creamy and delicious without added thickeners and we are loving it around here right now.
Greek yogurt…
Do you eat it?
What brand is your favorite?
Flavored or plain?
Sarah says
Bad news about Koda, but glad she is feeling better. I bet you were so scared. I guess she’ll be getting plenty of tummy rubs and gentle walks! Love from the UK. x
Tina Muir says
Sorry to hear about poor Koda, but sounds like things will be okay if you just keep a close eye out in future. I am a big YES to greek yogurt, have it almost every day, although I now love it plain, which gives me even more protein 🙂
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
The side containers are genius- it’s so hard to find a sweetened yogurt that isn’t WAY oversweet. But my daughter won’t eat the plain ones. So scary about Koda- glad everything turned out okay. And enjoy the cousin time!
jodie says
Fage is my favorite. It is amazing. There are no GMOs used either 🙂
Hope Koda is okay!
Kelli says
Our golden has had a handful of seizures starting when he was 6 hes 12 now I will never forget the first one it was horrible! Our vet said seizures are the most unpredictable things and he could write a text book on it ! Glad she hasn’t had any since !! I love yogurt but my skin doesn’t 🙁
Sarah says
Sorry to hear about Koda! I’m sure she’ll be ok. The picture of the girls in the tub is adorable!
I have always loved Chobani, but I just saw that Newman’s Own has a Greek yogurt and I want to try it. I love Newman’s Own products, so I am hoping it’s good.
Marjorie says
I am so sorry about Koda. That is so scary! I am betting she did, in fact, get into something in the yard that caused it. Poor baby.
Greek yogurt – love it! I have been using it for baking a lot. It makes baked goods really moist and delish without having to add a ton of oil. I haven’t been eating the yogurt cups lately (I go through stages), but instead have been adding plain Cabot 2% Greek to my smoothies. Yum! It makes them so creamy, and the protein helps slow down the digestion of all that fruit and keeps me fuller longer. I usually toss in some chia seed as well for the same reason.
Have fun with your family visit! Kyla and Hailey favor quite a bit. Cutie pies! 🙂
Katie Harding says
We love greek yogurt, I eat it almost every morning, usually I buy the plain kind and then jazz it up with fresh fruit and granola. My go to is Fage, however I will also buy anything on sale. 🙂 Sorry to hear about your pup, that can be very scary!
Jaclyn @ BumpSweat says
I used to love greek yogurt but think I wore myself out on it. Then pregnancy solidified my distaste for it, when the thought of it made me ill first trimester. Maybe one day I’ll get back to eating it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
I hope Koda is okay! That is so scary! Sending my love XOXO
Brittney says
Aww, Koda! Poor girl! I hope she’s ok!!
I love those Fage’s too. The honey one rocks!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
So sorry to hear about Kona. I can only imagine how scary that must’ve been. Hoping that she continues to be a-okay!
I need to try the Fage Greek yogurt! I don’t think I realized they have a separate container for the sweetener/fruit. I go in phases with Greek yogurt too. It’s been pretty nonexistent around here lately, but I’m sure it’ll come back around soon! 😉
Kelli D. says
I used to love Greek yogurt but my kids are intolerant and I’m breastfeeding my 3 month old. Look for Wallaby Greek yogurt in whole foods. They do the mix ins and are organic too!
Sorry to hear about Koda… Hope she stays well!
GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth says
I hope Koda is okay!
I’m gonna have to try this yogurt because it’s insanely cool that the flavouring comes in a side compartments. I’ve been loving the Activia greek yogurt lately but I know it’s got a bit of sugar in it…
Regina says
Poor Koda and poor you! My husband had his first seizure March 1st (while I was 8 months pregnant) and it was the scariest event of my life. He had a grand mal seizure, complete with foaming mouth and bank stare which was definitely the hardest part. He ended up having a brain tumor but apparently it’s common to have a seizure and never have one again, so that’s good!
Brittany Dixon says
Oh my gosh Regina, I can’t even imagine!! I hope everything turned out ok?
JoAnn says
We have tried many different brands of greek yogurt but my go-to, no matter the brand, is plain. I add pure maple syrup, fresh berries and chia seeds for Finley most days of the week. She loves it. This week, my hubby bought bare naked granola to add to ours (I think triple berry) and it was delish.
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
When I read the news about Koda I was so sad and scared for you! I can only imagine how terrifying that must have been.
I love fage! I’ve always eaten flavored yogurts but for the last couple weeks I’ve been trying really hard to only eat plain due to the high sugar in them. I never really realized before! So, I’ve been trying to add fresh fruits and a squeeze of honey. It’s been a hard transition!
Kelli M. says
I know exactly how you feel. Our 7 year old French Bulldog, Spanky, is prone to seizures and has had 6 since this past February, including one just last night. The best thing you can do is sit with her and talk calmly to her while she goes through it, so she knows that you’re there, since she is disoriented. Glad you were there with her when it happened.
Brittany Dixon says
Spanky might be the cutest name I’ve ever heard! I’m so sorry you’ve had to experience the seizures too. So scary and heartbreaking.
Laura @ FitMamaLove says
Poor Koda! I’m sure that must have been scary! Thank goodness for good friends who live close by.
I love Fage! I too wish they had an organic option. I buy a big container of plain and dress it up with honey or frozen berries. 🙂
Paulina says
My childhood dog had plenty of seizures over her lifetime. She was a medium sized dog and lived for 18 years. They were always a bit scary but she was back to herself within a few minutes. When she’d start seizing, my mom would hold an icepack on her forhead and keep us kids away because it seemed to calm her down and end the seizure faster.
About your yogurt questions…I don’t really like the falvored yogurts, they are too sweet for me. My favorite is to buy a big tub of plain greek yogurt and mix in some honey and almonds. I’m not brand specific, just whatever is on sale that week.
Sam@PursuitofHealthyHappiness says
So sorry to hear about Koda! I LOVE greek yogurt. I got hooked on it years ago when I was studying abroad in Greece. Actually, the first couple time I had it I wasn’t to fond of it. But by the time I came back to the states I couldn’t get enough of it. My favorite is the plain yogurt from Fage.
Jen says
Eeek I miss Greek yogurt! I gave dairy up a couple weeks ago to see if it would help my baby girl’s spitting up and mild eczema (I breast feed), and man, do I miss it! The jury is still out on if it’s working or not, but I think I’m going to have some dairy next week and see what happens. Maybe I’ll start with yogurt! Fage is my fav brand and I usually just buy the big container and either mix a generous spoonful of peanut butter in with it or top it with fruit.
So sorry about Koda, but so glad everything is okay now! Pets and babies are so hard–they can’t tell you what’s wrong and it’s terrifying when they are sick. Best wishes!
Matt @ Runner Savvy says
Siggi’s 2% coconut is my fav!
Joanna @ Midwestern Bite says
Sending good thoughts to Koda!
It took me 2 months (and a brand new pair of Brooks as motivation) to start exercising after the baby. She just didn’t sleep enough for me to have the energy :/ I’m only doing three nights of jogging right now but it’s all I have time for right now with two kids. I’m hoping to add in some strength training when sleep evens out even further.
Beautiful family, you all are doing so great!
Carol says
Surely the seizure was frightening! If all tests were fine, you can relax.
You may want to document the time of day, length of time, food eaten that day etc.
Hopefully there won’t be another!
If so…..keep a journal. Often household products can cause seizures…example pine sol .
Some find adding a calming herb to the pets food helps. ( not for now ). Only if the vet feels your dog has epilepsy. Epilepsy is seizures without a specific diagnosed cause, such as brain tumor, diabetes.
Valerian root, lobelia are two calming herbs. Have you heard of rescue remedy? It is used to help pets stay calm during fireworks. It’s available at health stores, with or without alcohol.
This may be an isolated incident…once is enough!
Nicole says
Hi! First time reader of your blog 🙂
Sorry to hear about your dog, Koda.
If I was stuck on an island and only given 3 foods, Greek yogurt would definitely be one of them! When I’m in the States, I love the 2% Fage, and when I’m in Canada, I usually go for Liberte 2% Plain. Also love using it in recipes!