What can you do to ensure your child stays healthy years down the line? Take care of yourself before and during pregnancy. This advice is nothing new, but across the pond in England, a new report shows that the vast majority of health care providers don't monitor or advise women on health, nutrition and exercise.This study, released by the Infant and Toddler Forum, called … [Read more...] about Healthy diet, healthy child – even years later
Pregnancy
Ways For Pregnant Women To Keep Fit
I’m pregnant with my second child and I am doing this pregnancy a little differently. When I was pregnant with my son four years ago, I didn’t do a whole lot of exercising. Unless you count making brownies and then eating the entire pan of said brownies as exercise . This time around I’m making a point to stay more active, so today I wanted to share some great exercises for … [Read more...] about Ways For Pregnant Women To Keep Fit
3 tips for the pregnant job interview
As if job hunting weren't stressful enough, adding a pregnancy into the mix can really complicate things. In 1978, the U.S. government passed the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, which barred companies from denying expectant mothers jobs based on their pregnancies. But it isn't always so simple. Are you in the middle of a job search of your own? Take our tips for interviewing … [Read more...] about 3 tips for the pregnant job interview
Prenatal exercise gives baby’s heart a boost too
Here's yet another reason to hit the gym during pregnancy: Prenatal exercise is not only healthy for mom's heart, but baby's too. It turns out, taking up a regular fitness routine can lower your baby's risk of cardiovascular disease down the line, according to new research out of Michigan State University. This news is particularly useful for women at risk for pre-term … [Read more...] about Prenatal exercise gives baby’s heart a boost too
The office pregnancy: How to make it through
Want to feel like a gold medal Olympian? Survive the work week while pregnant. With morning sickness, fatigue, hormone fluctuations, mom brain and more working against you, getting through a day at the office can seem like an impossible task. Here are a few tips to get you through it all - without sacrificing job quality: Grocery bagsThis is totally disgusting, but … [Read more...] about The office pregnancy: How to make it through