In the first trimester of pregnancy, many women suffer from morning sickness. Queasiness, nausea and even vomiting are common, as your body is becoming flooded with new baby-growing hormones. All women and pregnancies are different, so the degrees of morning sickness are wide and varied. You may have … [Read more...]
Breastfed Doll Causes Controversy in U.S.
In an America that is already divided on the issue of public breastfeeding, a new point of controversy has arrived in the form of a sweet little baby doll. The "Breast Milk Baby," manufactured by Berjuan Toys, has hit the aisles of American stores and is getting quite a reaction. Much tension surrounds … [Read more...]
Tips for Prenatal Appointments
Prenatal appointments are both exciting and nerve-racking. You want to hear that everything is OK and get the latest scoop on what's happening with your baby, but you never know what to expect from appointment to appointment. Take a deep breath and remember that relaxing is always better for your … [Read more...]
Pregnancy Fears: Will You Know What to Do?
When I found out that I was pregnant with my oldest son, the first thing I did was drag the hubz from store to store to pour over all the baby gear we should get. We spent hours, literally, walking the aisles of every baby department in town. Not so much out of excitement, but more due to panic. I left … [Read more...]
Pregnancy Side Effects: Six Symptoms That Veteran Moms “Forget” to Mention
Before you get pregnant, you daydream about feeling the baby kick and picking out cute maternity dresses to show off your beautiful mommy tummy. You know you may face some morning sickness, frequent trips to the powder room and possibly some swollen tootsies, but no one ever prepares you for the other … [Read more...]
Mom and Dad: Martyrs for the Greater Good
As moms, we think about all the things that we do and the we sometimes get frustrated with the on-the-go, never-ending pressures of running a successful household. We do everything with love in our hearts, but at the end of the day, we sometimes feel like we’re in the battle alone. Martyrs for the … [Read more...]
Trends in Mommy Blogging: The New Pink
It's 10:15 pm and I am getting my first exhale-time of the day. For the first time in over 15 hours, my time is my own. My daughter is tucked in tight. I've washed my face and put on my favorite jammies. The remote control is to my left. The video monitor to the crib is on my right. My laptop is in the … [Read more...]
Maternity Fashion: Bulky or Beautiful?
Winter is upon us! For those in the final phases of their pregnancy, it's a blessing to not be in the heat of summer. With an oversize belly and swollen feet, the cold weather can be just what the doctor ordered. The cold weather does mean bundling up, but it doesn't mean bulking up. Being pregnant … [Read more...]
Maternity Fashion: Jeans and Tees
Today, I saw a girl walking down the street wearing purple stirrup pants, over-sized blue t-shirt, and, get this: a side ponytail! Yes, I know the '80s are making their comeback in a ferocious way, but the hair was one thing I would have expected to stay behind. I remember the '80s were a lot of fun, … [Read more...]
Warming Up the Holidays in Maternity Fashion
The holidays mean lots of parties. What a fun time to dress up in some of the season's most beautiful maternity fashions! For dinners, get-togethers, and all other festivities, celebrate the holidays while commemorating the beauty of your maternity. Get ready for pictures, and remember your pregnancy … [Read more...]












