Author: Sammi DeRosia

How can soon-to-be-moms reduce stress during pregnancy?

By Sammi DeRosia

Pregnancy can be a very stressful time in your life, and that stress is usually not good for you or your baby. If you’ve been feeling stressed during your pregnancy, here are nine ways that you can destress. 1. Work remotely If it’s possible in your profession, see if you...

Painting while pregnant: should expectant moms stay away from VOCs?

By Sammi DeRosia

If you’re a soon-to-be mom, you’re probably busy getting your home ready for your little one’s arrival. But while you might have already addressed some of the most major concerns (like the ones that will keep you from experiencing a house fire, which happens every 86 seconds in the U.S.),...

Do you know why these common environmental factors are dangerous for your baby?

By Sammi DeRosia

For expectant parents, you want to do everything possible to protect both your health and the health of your child. Unfortunately, there are risk factors everywhere that can increase the likelihood of certain diseases, particularly cancer. Approximately 23,800 adults and 4,830 children are diagnosed with cancerous tumors of the brain...

How pregnancy cravings inspired wild ice cream flavors

By Sammi DeRosia

Pregnancy cravings are nothing new. In fact, people have experienced cravings for certain foods since the dawn of human existence. While we don’t know why pregnancy cravings occur, we do know the typical craving schedule. Women usually crave savory foods in the first trimester, sweet foods in the second, and...

Your guide to staying healthy while pregnant during flu season

By Sammi DeRosia

The start of flu season always causes worry for families across the country, but this germ-heavy time of year can be more concerning for some than others. Among the most vulnerable during flu season are pregnant women. Luckily, there are many actions you can take to protect yourself and your...

How to juggle self-care and parenting during quarantine

By Sammi DeRosia

Being a mom for the first time is a scary experience as it is. Add a global pandemic to the mix and you’ve got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience true terror. While being at home with your child can create amazing opportunities for bonding, it can also be stressful. Here...

Pregnant and nursing moms should avoid CBD products—here’s why

By Sammi DeRosia

CBD products been gaining a lot of attention lately. Known as cannabis without the effects of THC, CBD has many health benefits that some moms find attractive. For instance, CBD oil to help ease anxiety and reduce inflammation. For pregnant moms, that can sound great after a long day walking...

4 ways to prepare for your baby as a first-time mom

By Sammi DeRosia

You’ve taken parenting classes, you have a plan in place for going to the hospital, you’ve even taught yourself how to change a diaper. But are you really ready for your baby to arrive? What about your family? You might think you’re ready — you’re carrying your child, after all...

Indoor air quality and pregnancy: Do you have to pay to clean your air ducts?

By Sammi DeRosia

Did you know that about 87% of U.S. homes now include an air conditioning unit? We depend on that hidden network of vents and ducts within our homes to keep us comfortable and to keep our air clean. Yet even the world’s biggest clean freaks don’t unscrew their vent covers...

Stress is bad for mom, how bad is it for baby?

By Sammi DeRosia

Reducing stress during pregnancy isn’t just good for your mental health. It can also benefit your baby. Although many millennial couples are waiting longer to start a family — if they ever do — countless women still dream of motherhood. Unfortunately, the road to motherhood isn’t always smooth, particularly if...