There are a lot of things you should give up when getting ready to become a first time mother, but a great cocktail shouldn't have to be one of them. You can have your mojito, just without the rum! Here are some awesome mocktail recipes for your next party or special occasion. Sangria sans wine What's more refreshing and ideal for a garden party than sangria? Perhaps … [Read more...] about Mocktail recipes to sip while getting ready for baby
Pregnancy
Sleep breathing problems during pregnancy
Problem Sleep Helpful advice for those who don’t breathe easy overnight. By the end of your pregnancy, getting a good night’s sleep is nothing more than a pipe dream. Between the back pain, leg cramps, baby kicks, and squashed bladder, you’re in and out of bed so much, it feels like a revolving door. Yet for many pregnant women, sleeping poorly isn’t just an annoyance, but a … [Read more...] about Sleep breathing problems during pregnancy
Pregnant and vegetarian: How to stay meat-free the healthy way
If you've been enjoying a meat-free diet, there's no reason to put your vegetarianism aside just because you have a baby on the way. Find out how to get the vitamins and minerals you need to support your health - and your growing baby.ProteinIf getting an adequate amount of protein was tough for you before baby, it's about to get that much tougher. The United … [Read more...] about Pregnant and vegetarian: How to stay meat-free the healthy way
Use food to fight morning sickness
When you're plagued by morning sickness, eating may be the last thing on your mind. But what you might not know is that the right food may be just what you need to stave off daily nausea. More than half of all pregnant women suffer through morning sickness, mostly in the first trimester when hormones fluctuate the most. While there isn't a quick fix in medication form, many … [Read more...] about Use food to fight morning sickness
Movie titles to sum up pregnancy
If you're preparing for pregnancy, you're probably reading pregnancy magazines to learn about the physical and emotional changes that are in store for the nine months of gestation. Movie lovers can decode each trimester using the following guide that translates the biological details under the umbrella of classic films. Who knew that all those hours spent watching film noir and … [Read more...] about Movie titles to sum up pregnancy