How many times have you or a friend signed up for some crazy diet (cabbage soup diet anyone?) and lost all the weight in the first few weeks, only to eventually reach a plateau? You’re stuck having lost those 10 lbs and nothing more. Then, you got tired of being hungry all.the.time. and went back…
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Oct
Oct
You need to make a self care plan The moment your child is born, they become your life. When they’re happy, you’re happy, and when they’re sad, you’re sad. Buying things for them or taking them places they like to go to becomes your new version of fun. But that’s not all…there’s the running of…
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Oct
Oct
Alright….so let’s talk furniture and home decor for a second. The right kind of furniture can make you feel like you’re living in a magazine…but the wrong kind can leave you feeling like you live in a frat house! Let me tell you something…when I moved to Northern Ireland to live with my now-husband, he…
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Oct
Oct
There’s something about packing your hospital bag that makes reality really sink in. It’s both exciting (“I’m almost going to meet my baby!”) and a little anxiety-inducing (“I’m going to be going through labor soon!”). The first time I had to pack a hospital bag I felt intimidated…you’ll find many extensive lists online of what…
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Aug
Aug
When can I begin postnatal exercise? This is one of the most frequently asked questions women ask after having a baby. According to the guidelines of ACOG, women who had a normal delivery can start exercising as soon as they feel fit. This guidance is a bit misunderstood by some and some think they can…
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Jul
Jul
You’re all ready for the birth of your baby and have your bags all packed. In your hospital bag are your headphones for your calming labor music, your toothbrush and toothpaste, some comfy slippers, makeup, and a t-shirt and your skinny jeans for the day you go home. But hold up! There’s something wrong with…
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Jul
Jul
Losing weight and becoming fit is a journey. For many people on that journey, there are often pitfalls. One of these pitfalls: the scale. Just the thought of stepping on the scale gives some women anxiety. Sadly our society has a very specific image of the “ideal” woman….as if there is such a thing. So…
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Jun
Jun
So you’ve decided you’re going to start trying for a baby, and are wondering what you should and shouldn’t do. Or you’ve been trying for a while, and are looking for ways to boost your chances. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. When trying to conceive, there are some things to be avoided…
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May
May
You’ve probably heard the expression “eating for two” from well meaning friends and family members. But while this doesn’t mean you need to double up on the calories, it is accurate in a way. Every bite of food you put in your body affects not only you, but also your baby. And beyond pregnancy…during breastfeeding…what…