My friend Dan called me at work and I could sense the excitement in his voice. His wife was out of town with both their kids. Did I want to meet him at the sports bar tonight? The Bruins were playing the Canadians. The Celtics were wrapping up their regular season. And, drum roll please, the Red Sox and Yankees were on, too! If there was ever a night for some serious male … [Read more...] about New dad? Here’s what to expect
Pregnancy
1 simple tip for a gentler birth
How to boost bonding and ease baby’s entry into the world The moment of birth comes as a great shock to a baby. Life inside the womb is cozy—warm, dark, quiet, soft, liquid, and all embracing. Suddenly, after some brutal squeezing, that comforting environment vanishes. Now there is bright light, noise, hard surfaces, loss of body contact, and this strange sensation of being … [Read more...] about 1 simple tip for a gentler birth
Home to hospital: How to find comfort during labor
Bring the comforts of home to the hospital and help usher in calm relaxation while you labor. Home is where we feel our safest. It's where we unwind at the end of a hectic day - and the place we're eager to retreat to when times are tough. So, it makes good sense that bringing a bit of that safe haven with you to the hospital will help ward off fear that can impede progression … [Read more...] about Home to hospital: How to find comfort during labor
Prenatal appointment 101
A few tips for making the most of your ob/gyn appointments Unlike some visits to a doctor’s office, a prenatal appointment is usually quick and pleasant. It is primarily designed for you and your health care provider to receive updated information regarding you and your baby, listen to your baby’s heartbeat, and rule out any complications. To maximize the time you spend … [Read more...] about Prenatal appointment 101
3 reasons you shouldn’t be afraid to gain weight during pregnancy
The old adage "You're eating for two now" during pregnancy still finds its way into conversation, but in reality, this isn't really true. You're still in charge of consuming a healthy diet and managing your weight gain. However, you should remember that gaining weight during pregnancy is totally normal, depending on your pre-pregnancy weight. According to the Mayo Clinic, … [Read more...] about 3 reasons you shouldn’t be afraid to gain weight during pregnancy