Labor is hard physical work. Your body expends a lot of calories preparing your little one to exit the womb and it's important to keep your energy up. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there on the safety of eating during pregnancy. Many doctors and hospitals still have either a no food policy, or clear food and liquid policy - however research has shown virtually no benefit to … [Read more...]
Mamaway UltraComfort Seamless Maternity & Nursing Bra Review
The following product was sent to me at no cost to facilitate my review. All opinions remain my own. For more information, see my full disclosure policy. Before getting pregnant, I had a rotation of about 3-5 bras that I would wear. They were of course, pink or teal, lacy, with various frills and buttons on them to really take them up a notch from underthing. Almost all underwire, since I … [Read more...]
Bleeding and Spotting During Pregnancy
Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy can be absolutely terrifying, and can occur for so many different reasons. Some vaginal bleeding however, is considered completely normal, and not usually a cause for concern. How do you know the difference? If bleeding occurs, take note of the amount, consistency and color of the blood as this can be valuable information for when you speak with your nurse, doctor … [Read more...]
26+ Baby Names Inspired by Royalty
Finding the perfect baby name can be challenging. Afterall, you're picking out something that they'll take with them for life. That's a lot of pressure. Should you go with a classic baby name or something more contemporary? Or maybe you're looking for a mix of the two. Something uncommon but not totally unheard of. Looking for something a little more regal for your soon to be son or daughter? … [Read more...]
All You Need to Know About Postpartum Bleeding (AKA Lochia)
The following post is intended to be informational only and should not be substituted for medical advice. Giving birth is a bloody event... after all baby is entering the world by exiting your body. Most women are prepared for it to be a messy event, but many women aren't aware that they will continue to bleed for days after the birth. This bleeding, known as lochia is the the shedding of blood … [Read more...]
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