January 2012
7 Reasons to Get Fit Before Getting Pregnant
Previously Jessica shared her honest reaction to getting pregnant and then talked about the myth of that pregnancy glow and her experiences with all-day morning sickness and intuitive eating. Now she’s sharing why getting fit before getting... Continue reading...
Planning a Natural Childbirth. Again. Because It Was So Fun the First Time
January 30, 2012 by Erin
When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was determined to have an unmedicated birth experience. I know that trillions of women get the drugs and everything turns out fine, but I’m the type who had her wisdom teeth removed and puked... Continue reading...
Mama Links: Birth Control Side Effects, Fascinating Pregnancy Info & More!
January 28, 2012 by Erin
From birth control side effects (yeah, we know!) to how to lighten up winter recipes, this week’s links are super informative. Be sure to check out the first one if you’re expecting or hope to be soon! What we learn before we’re... Continue reading...
What to Expect When You’re Expecting: The Movie
January 27, 2012 by Erin
I knew when the Transformers movies came out that Hollywood truly could make a movie out of any kernel of an idea. So I’m not entirely surprised to see that there’s a rom-com coming out that’s based on my fave pregnancy book,... Continue reading...
Best Pregnancy Book: What to Expect When You’re Expecting
When I was pregnant the first time, my doctor told me to skip What to Expect When You’re Expecting because it would make me worry unnecessarily. I ignored him and listened to my older brother, who said he and his wife wore out their... Continue reading...
Ask the FBMs: Recovering From a C-Section
Of the questions we get asked, losing weight and getting those abs back postpartum are big ones. Today’s Ask the FBMs takes the abs question a little farther, focusing specifically on C-sections. Reader Octavia wanted to know the best... Continue reading...
Hot Topic: Can You Really Not Know You’re Pregnant?
January 24, 2012 by Erin
When I was pregnant with my daughter, I became addicted to all of the baby programming on TLC. A Baby Story, Baby’s First Day and Make Room for Multiples (which, by the way, will make having a single baby feel less overwhelming) were... Continue reading...
Third Trimester Update: The End Is Drawing Nigh
January 23, 2012 by Erin
The third trimester is ticking along, so I thought I’d do a quick update on my pregnant state. I’m not quite at the “get this baby out” stage, but I’ll tell you, I’ve definitely seen both sides of the pregnancy... Continue reading...
Mama Links: Organizing Kids’ Toys, Biking Strollers & More!
January 21, 2012 by Erin
Too many fun links to choose from this week, but I particularly enjoyed these. From rules for parents to a sweet Zigo bike-mobile so you can work out with your kids, there’s a little something for every mom! I think feeling like a failure... Continue reading...
Ellen’s Baby Name Generator. Maybe I’ll Try It!
Beyonce giving birth has sure generated quite the hubbub. I like Beyonce, but I don’t quite get all the fuss. From talk of other patients at her hospital being neglected because of her superstar status (I truly doubt it) to discussions... Continue reading...
