Has your due date come and gone? Are you big, bloated and totally ready to get that baby out of your womb and into your loving arms? While there's no one surefire way to get contractions started, there are some simple and natural ways to induce labor you can do at home to help coax your little one out into the world. Ready to meet your.... Read More
Are you feeling a little anxious about getting back to sex after childbirth? Who wouldn’t be! Just the thought of having sex after pushing a freaking human being out of your body is going to be a little daunting. OK mammas, let’s get real for a minute...postpartum sex can suck. And it’s not JUST because you’re still carrying extra baby weig.... Read More
We want to start out by stating the obvious. Breast milk is definitely the gold standard when it comes to feeding your baby. Pretty much any doctor you talk to will recommend breastfeeding for the first six months, preferably the first twelve. Breast milk is generally easier to digest than formula. The composition of breast milk offers your bab.... Read More
It's an exciting and challenging time when you are expecting. While you might not feel like hitting the gym full force with your growing belly, exercise during pregnancy can be a health boost for expecting moms. From shorter labor times, to helping you get a good night's sleep; regular exercise during pregnancy offers a host of benefits for you and.... Read More
There I was… in the hospital, hours away from giving birth to my first baby. The nurse noticed my son’s heart rate kept slowing and was slightly concerned. She gave me an oxygen mask, which seemed to help. Then (finally!) it was time for me to push, but after about 45 minutes, my baby’s heart rate slowed way down again. This time folks were more th.... Read More
