Feeling like your health journey needs a refresh? Coach Delicia gets it! Between busy days and life’s constant chaos, she’s sharing the six lessons she wishes she knew from Day One with the Healthi app so you can stay on track, enjoy your food, and make confident choices, no matter how hectic life gets.
Hey there, Healthi friends!
As 2026 rolled in, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking. I’m in full-on newborn mode with our little one here, and let me tell you, with all the adjustments to life with a baby, my perspective on health has shifted more than I ever expected.
Looking back at my very first day with the Healthi app, I remember feeling so much pressure. I wanted to do everything perfectly, right away. If I could grab a coffee and sit down with that version of myself, I’d tell her to take a deep breath.
Whether you’re just starting out or you’re like me (navigating a massive life change and needing a reset) here are the six things I wish I’d known from Day One.
When I started, I was a “reactive” tracker. I’d eat, then try to remember to log it later that night. But with everything on my plate (pun intended), I’d usually forget or realize I’d totally blown my Bites by 2:00 PM.
What I know now: Log your day in the morning or even the night before. Especially now, prepping for a newborn, I’ve realized that making decisions before I’m tired or hungry is the only way to stay sane. When the plan is already in the app, it’s just one less thing for my brain to process. It’s a roadmap, not a chore.
I used to think food scales were for people who were obsessed. I was a “measuring cup” girl until I actually weighed a serving of almond butter. My “eyeballed” tablespoon was basically double what it should have been!
What I know now: A digital scale is actually incredibly freeing. It’s not about restriction; it’s about accuracy. Once you weigh things like pasta, cheese, or your favorite creamer for a few weeks, your brain learns what a real portion looks like. It takes the guesswork and accidental overeating out of the equation.
I spent way too much time labeling food as “good” or “bad.” If I had a salad, I felt like a gold-star human. If I had a slice of pizza, I felt like I’d failed.
What I know now: Food is just energy. Especially when I had pregnancy cravings, I learned that a cookie isn’t a moral failure, it’s just a high-BITE choice. When you treat your BITES like a bank account instead of a grade card, the shame goes away. You can enjoy the treat, adjust your next meal, and keep moving forward. No guilt required.
I used to try to change every single habit on a Monday morning. I’d aim to hit my water goal, get my steps in, and track perfectly all at once. Then life—or a rough night of sleep—would happen, and I’d quit.
What I know now: Consistency wins every single time. My goal isn’t perfection; it’s just being 1% better. If I can’t do a full workout, I’ll take a 10-minute walk in the fresh mountain air. A messy log is still better than an empty one. Just stay in the game.
In my 20s, I just wanted to fit into certain jeans. But honestly? That doesn’t keep me motivated when a plate of nachos is calling my name.
What I know now: My “Why” is about the little one arriving in January. I want to get down on the floor to play, have the energy to survive sleepless nights, and stay strong for my family. When your “Why” is about your life and longevity, it carries a weight that a dress size never could.
I used to let the scale dictate my entire mood. If it was up, my day was ruined.
What I know now: Weight is a roller coaster! Especially right now, I’m learning that salt, stress, and even a weird night of sleep can make the scale jump. I’ve started focusing on Non-Scale Victories (NSVs) instead:
The scale only measures your relationship with gravity. It doesn’t measure your progress as a person.
If I could tell my “Day One” self anything, it would be this: You are learning. You wouldn’t expect to be an expert at a new job or hobby in a week, so don’t expect to master a new relationship with food that quickly either.
Give yourself grace, lean into the community, and just keep going. You’ve got this!
January 9, 2026
