Mamahood / Pregnancy

A Royal Pregnancy Workout Fit for a Princess

Nikki Glor of NikkiFitness has shared her expertise and workout ideas with us before. Today she shares a pregnancy workout that’s fit for a princess! I have a friend who is due the same time as Princess Kate, and she is wondering... Continue reading...

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VBACs: What Mamas-to-Be Should Know

Some pregnant women know from the get-go that they just want a C-section. I was not one of these women. I hate surgery rooms and have a fear of needles, so a C-section was the last way I planned to give birth. When I found out I would need... Continue reading...

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Clothing for the In-Between Stages: Necessities for Pregnancy and Beyond

The following is a post sponsored by Matalan. For our sponsored post policy, click here. One of the worst parts of the miracle of growing a baby is that awkward in-between clothing size stage. On the way up, you’re getting bigger and... Continue reading...

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Tips for an Active Pregnancy—from Pro Swimmer and Expectant Mom Amanda Beard

Those Olympians, inspiring us every time we turn around. Luckily, we’re not just inspired from afar; today, seven-time Olympic medalist Amanda Beard shares pregnancy workout tips for the moms-to-be out there. If you’re not familiar... Continue reading...

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3 Reasons Every Fit Bottomed Mama Needs Good Fat

In the last five years, my relationship with fat has radically changed. Five years ago if you had looked in my fridge, you would have found pretty pink individually packaged non-fat yogurt, skim milk, low-fat margarine, and maybe some low-fat... Continue reading...

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Eating Fish During Pregnancy: Be Aware of Mislabeling

I recently read an article about the mislabeling of fish. Turns out, a whopping third of fish sold across the country is labeled incorrectly, from sushi bars to restaurants to grocery stores. While the average consumer might not care whether... Continue reading...

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Natural Labor Induction: Did You Try Anything?

The following is a post sponsored by Holland and Barrett. For our sponsored post policy, click here. I’ve been fortunate/unfortunate never to endure the miserable past-my-due-date days of pregnancy. My body ejects kids at 35 weeks... Continue reading...

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5 Tips for Sex While Pregnant

When I got pregnant the first time, I remember being afraid that any little move would dislodge my growing fetus. Exercise? I moved gingerly during certain moves. Sex? I’m pretty sure we held off for a few weeks just in case. If you’re... Continue reading...

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Review: Mama Glow: A Hip Guide to Your Fabulous Abundant Pregnancy (and a Giveaway!)

Pregnant? Want a book that will help you embrace that mama-to-be glow? Mama Glow: A Hip Guide to Your Fabulous Abundant Pregnancy is the perfect guide to go on your nightstand right next to your tattered version of What to Expect. With a... Continue reading...

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That Pregnancy Glow: What to Avoid During Pregnancy

Once that pregnancy test turns positive, mamas-to-be start worrying about what exercises are acceptable during pregnancy and what foods are no-nos. But the beauty regimen? You have to worry about that, too?!  It never ends. But have no fear.... Continue reading...

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