The Best Natural Treatment for Stress or Anxiety During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding Pregnancy anxiety and stress can be terrifying…which adds even more stress. And having a new baby can overwhelm even the most level-headed mama. We tend to view pregnancy and motherhood as this strong, euphoric experience, but in reality we are still very human, … [Read more…]
Postpartum Pain Relief: How to manage pain after having a baby Having a baby changes everything. Including YOUR BODY. Yes, having a baby is beautiful and wonderful and the most amazing, life-changing thing in the world. It’s indescribable. But what it does to a mother’s body can be described in one simple word… OUCH. Don’t … [Read more…]
Nursing Scarves for Breastfeeding Mamas in Fall, Winter, & Spring Breastfeeding is wonderful. I’m a HUGE fan… BUT it definitely makes getting dressed way more complicated. Doesn’t it? I know, there are some beautiful breastfeeding-friendly clothing options out there, but it’s not always affordable. Plus, when the cooler months hit, we end up covering up … [Read more…]
How to Prepare for a Baby: The Less Obvious Things to do Before Baby Arrives Preparing for Baby seems a little overwhelming, I know, but when you’re in those last weeks it can feel like you’ve gotta keep moving or you might go CRAZY. If you’ve already checked off these last-minute things to do before … [Read more…]
Baby #2 Must-Haves: Preparing for a Second Baby Second baby on the way? Congratulations, Mama, and welcome to a whole new world of momming. I know you’re a little nervous about what’s to come, and sure there will be hard parts, but I promise things will settle into a beautiful rhythm before you know it. … [Read more…]
From Summer Maternity Clothes to Being Pregnant at the Beach: Your Summer Pregnancy Survival Guide Summer pregnancy can be rough, I know. I’ve been pregnant in summer (like SUPER pregnant) twice. Both times I was struggling hard. But I did find some vices and some hacks that made things easier. Don’t worry, I’m happy to … [Read more…]
Tips and Remedies for Heartburn during Pregnancy Need pregnancy heartburn relief? Girl, that burn is no joke. I know it alllll too well. And I’m sorry you’re experiencing it. Our bodies go through enough during these 9 “precious” months, then tack on what feels like literal fire crawling up your esophagus? Not. Cool. BUT… lucky … [Read more…]
Hospital Bag List: What to pack in your hospital bag Knowing exactly what to put in your labor hospital bag is tougher than it sounds, right? You don’t want to OVER pack and look like you’re moving in, but if you miss something, it could leave you without items you really need. (And trust me, … [Read more…]
Ideas for Mamas Who are Pregnant During Springtime Spring pregnancy can be a lot more special than you may think. Seasons not only affect our mood, but give us ample opportunity to celebrate our baby bump in a fun new way. From your first trimester to your third, being pregnant during the Spring season has … [Read more…]
11 Must-Do’s for Your Winter Pregnancy Pregnant in Winter? It can be the most wonderful time of the year to show off your baby bump and snuggle up with your baby daddy. But it can also kinda suck. Between feeling miserably bloated and abstaining from those delicious holiday cocktails and lattes, the frost might bite … [Read more…]