When I was pregnant with my first child, I wanted to go natural. No interventions for me! Women have birthed for eons without assistance—so I certainly didn’t need to pay attention in my labor class or hire a doula. My nutrition and exercise regimen? Digging organic cheese crackers out of my couch cushions. But as my labor dragged past the 22-hour, no-sleep, what’s-going-on … [Read more...] about 6 simple secrets for upping your chances of a natural birth
5 ways to connect with little ones during the holidays
Parenting is a full-time job and it’s not your only responsibility, especially during the hectic holidays. If you feel like quality time with your baby or toddler is getting pushed aside as you juggle the added responsibilities of the season, here are five quick ways to sneak much-needed quality time in without adding stress or changing your routine. Read a book Take time … [Read more...] about 5 ways to connect with little ones during the holidays
How to stay active during a winter pregnancy
During the chilliest days of the year, mustering up the energy to get a good workout going can be tricky, especially when all you want to do after a long day at work is curl up on the couch with a blanket and hot cup of tea! For women who are pregnant, it can be even tougher to overcome those initial hurdles and get to the gym in the wintertime. However, exercise can be an … [Read more...] about How to stay active during a winter pregnancy
Is pregnancy acne killing your complexion?
Many women head into a pregnancy expecting their skin to start clearing up, their hair to begin looking shinier and their nails to grow stronger and longer. But sometimes, that "pregnancy glow" isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sure, your hair may get thicker and shinier, but so can the hair on your arms, legs and belly. And that "glow" is likely attributed to more oil, which … [Read more...] about Is pregnancy acne killing your complexion?
How to find the perfect prenatal vitamin
When it comes to finding the right prenatal vitamin, try, try, and try again is our best advice. This is one thing worth getting right. At my first pregnancy checkup, I realized that I’d traded one daily pill for another—only this one didn’t come with the promise of an exciting sex life. Instead, my prenatal vitamin offered an insurance policy for a healthy baby, something … [Read more...] about How to find the perfect prenatal vitamin