The very first breastfeeding advice I received was from a well-intentioned nurse at the hospital. She told me to pinch my boob and hold it like a hamburger, as I did what I was told she pushed the back of my baby’s head onto my breast. “There has to be...
I’ve always been keen on my personal style. Not just because I like pretty things, but because it feels good to look good. How we feel on every level (our body, our mindset, our emotions – all of these parts of ourselves) works together. A funny thing can happen when...
When you get pregnant, you can become worried about things you were once carefree about, like what beauty products to use. Moms-to-be worry about the chemicals that can seep into the bloodstream when they swipe on nail polish. Thankfully the beauty industry has taken great strides towards non-toxic polish. DIY...
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns ~~~ You may have tried to put your newborn into bed while obviously tired but awake, and every time your baby’s eyes pop wide open and the fussing begins the moment you even lean over the crib with the...
“Self-care during pregnancy is the first gift that the mother can give to her child.” —Mary Thompson, “An Ayurvedic Approach to Prenatal Care” Self-care means different things to different mamas. It can be 5 minutes out of your day or a weekend away. Having a daily or weekly self-care practice...
Now that your little one has joined you on the outside, you’re probably eager to say goodbye to the pregnancy weight. But losing weight while breastfeeding brings its own set of challenges. Today’s expert, Leigh-Ann Webster, a certified personal trainer, licensed wellness coach, and nutritional counselor, offers advice on navigating...
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns ~~~ So that you can be on the lookout for possible sleep issues down the road, let’s cover some of the reasons why a good sleeper suddenly begins to resist sleep or to wake up more often: ~...
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns ~~~ Would you like to learn an easy tip that will absolutely help your newborn sleep longer stretches? If you don’t learn this, you could accidentally create excessive, unnecessary night-waking throughout babyhood. Here is the critically important fact...
I recently took a two-hour nap in the middle of the afternoon right after I put my two year-old down for her nap and my son was at a basketball game. The house was quiet, the mood chill, and despite a very long to-do list on my counter, I gave...
Living dirty for better optimal health is an idea that I’ve just been introduced to after reading “The Microbiome Solution” by Dr. Robynne Chutkan. Dr. Chutkan is a gastroenterologist working at Georgetown University Hospital and also running her own integrative health center for women. What does all of this have to...
Not all women are in love with their bodies during pregnancy, which means they'll do anything they can to feel better about their growing baby bump and the rest of the physical changes that can occur.
With a bun in the oven that will arrive in a few months, opportunities to spend time alone with your partner may soon be few and far between.
Pregnancy isn't always a picnic, especially if you're in your third trimester and are starting to feel like you're going to be sporting a baby bump for what seems like the rest of your life.
The short answer is, yes!
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It is estimated that about 10 percent of women (6.1 million) in the United States between the ages 15-44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And while there are often bigger, more complex issues at play a good diet...
Have you heard the buzz around a baby-led weaning (BLW) approach to feeding infants? If not, get started here with “What is Baby-Led Weaning?” . This popular feeding method is no longer just a trend, it’s here to stay. If you’re digesting your way through the many articles around why (Here’s 5...
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Welcome to week 11 of your pregnancy!
You're still in the early stages of pregnancy but labor and delivery are probably already weighing on your mind.
It's well known that the U.S. doesn't have the most enjoyable benefits for new mothers.
They say it takes a village to raise a child. This rings especially true for single moms. Here’s how to find the support you need to thrive in your vital new role: Unlike women getting ready to welcome home baby with a partner, single moms rely on extensive networks of friends...
While feeling your baby kick and roll inside your belly is an amazing experience that many women treasure, it can definitely be a nuisance if you're trying to sleep, enjoy a meal or concentrate on your work.
Those First Sleepless Nights: 0 to 2 months by Nancy LePatourel The good news is, your newborn’s sleep problems aren’t your fault. “Temperament and biology determine sleeping patterns at this age,” says Nicky Cohen, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist specializing in children’s sleep issues. The bad news is, there’s not much...
You've reached week 37 and your baby is officially considered full term.
Proving that truth can be stranger than fiction, these weird facts about pregnancy may make you do a double-take at your computer screen. No, you’re not dreaming. And no, we’re not making this stuff up. You can get pregnant while expecting While it’s extremely rare, there have been 10 reported...
Seven yummy ways to super-charge your pregnancy. By Lisa Fields
There are lots of pregnancy symptoms which are common knowledge. Most women expect to feel at least a bit nauseous, everyone knows that pregnant women have to pee all the time, stretch marks may feel inevitable, and many women eagerly anticipate needing a larger bra size. But the constant fatigue...
Thinking about getting a breast pump? Check with your insurance first because you could save a lot of money! We’re chatting with our friends at Lansinoh to guide you through the process and help you determine the pump and parts needed that best benefit you and your baby! Watch our...
What foods can help (or hurt) you with your morning sickness? We’re chatting live Wendy Jo Peterson, Dietitian and Author of the Born To Eat Book! Download our FREE morning sickness shopping guide! And be sure to check out these other great resources about morning sickness… Coping with Morning Sickness,...
Did you know your spine can move in six different directions? You’re going to need that extra support during pregnancy and postpartum as your body drastically changes. Today, we’re chatting with Kristy Rodriguez from Pure Nurture to give you some tips on yoga and how it can keep your spine...
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