Pregnancy
Everything is pregnancy-related, from conception until birth.
What To Eat In The 1st Trimester Of Pregnancy
I am sure like me you were all quite aware of the expectations that when you’re pregnant you should have more fruits and vegetables, less fatty foods and you MUST skip the seafood (NOOO!), especially during the 1st trimester of pregnancy. I didn’t quite understand how to balance this pregnancy diet with the “cravings”. If you are all aware of that term. That means when mommy dearest wanted a hamburger, she WANTS a hamburger and not a stick of carrot (poor hubby)! I know we all have funny stories for a lifetime! So here I am ready to get you the information you need to set the record straight and…
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming Pregnant
Pregnancy is by far a wonderful experience for every woman who has had the opportunity to go through this journey. However getting to experience the good, the raw, and sometimes the not no pleasant side of pregnancy is actually one of the biggest milestones that any woman can face in their lifetime. Being pregnant can be compared to an adrenaline rush of emotions. Whether it‘s a time of fear coupled with excitement or a time of not knowing what to expect at each transition through the journey. Everyone however reacts to being pregnant differently. When I got pregnant for the first time, I was super excited but also fearful. The…
Top Choice For Breastfeeding Products
Breastfeeding is fundamental in the growth and development of children. Breastmilk provides a wonderful supply of the necessary nutrients that a child may need as they grow to become more independent kids. Therefore it is also important to ensure that you have the right breastfeeding products to ensure your success with breastfeeding. I was, fortunately, able to breastfeed both of my children from birth. My first was supplemented with formula and weaned off a little after turning one, while my second was exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months and continued through to almost age two. I understand that it can be challenging, especially for working moms who may have…
What To Expect When You’re Expecting
We are expected to be” superwomen” as soon as we confirm a positive pregnancy test. For first-time moms, I must say that the expectations that we know it all already can really take a surprising toll on most of us. Let me confess it is not an easy road as many perceive, but the journey to motherhood is quite worth it. So here’s what to expect when you’re expecting. What has your experience been? Please feel free to add to my list, or ask your questions or concerns below. I would be happy to help you! “We are expected to be” superwomen” as soon as we confirm a positive pregnancy…
20 Tips For Traveling While Pregnant
Maybe you’re a first-time mom or a mom who has never traveled before while being pregnant. You are now considering travel, but unsure about what to expect. These tips I hope will help to ease your mind a bit about traveling while pregnant, and what to expect. I have traveled quite a lot during both my pregnancies and at different trimesters. I have traveled for weddings, family visits, and vacations both nationally (United States) and internationally (the UK, France, and the Caribbean). I must say that the experience of traveling while pregnant thus far has not been anything dramatic. However, preparation is key, especially when pregnant. Traveling while pregnant, especially…
How To Manage Working While Being Pregnant
I didn’t get the memo of what to expect when working while being pregnant. In fact, the first time around, I had absolutely no idea what was expected of me as soon as I became pregnant. Yes, I do confess that I was somewhat terrified at first. My initial thoughts were, hey, can I do this? Will I be able to accomplish what I needed to do while working? It is obvious, at 7 months, I am walking around with a huge soccer ball-shaped belly and thought that everybody should be accommodating right? This is my experience, and yours may be different based on your career and job description. However,…
Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy
Variety is the key to maintaining a healthy diet while pregnant. You are more likely to incorporate most of the key nutrients you need to have a healthy pregnancy. I am not too much keen on dieting during pregnancy. In fact, I tried to go gluten-free during my first pregnancy and I failed miserably. In my second pregnancy, however, I ate a variety of foods in proportions, so that I could ensure my child was getting all the right nutrients he may need and I didn’t have to worry about what I eat or if I ate enough to provide the nutrients that he needed. Even though I stress the…
My Top 5 Pregnancy Must-haves
There are products that I purchased as a new mom that I ended up not using because I realized that I didn’t really need them after all. However, there are pregnancy must-haves that I would highly recommend and have used during both my pregnancies. So here is a list of my all-time favorite top 5 pregnancy must-haves that I highly recommend for pregnancy. Are you currently pregnant and looking for recommendations for products that you can use? Or if you have any suggestions, please feel free to add to my list, or ask your questions or concerns below. I would be happy to help you! “This is my all-time favorite…
First Pregnancy Versus Second Pregnancy
Congratulations! You found out that you are expecting number two and while it may be as exciting as the first time around, it may also be a little bit frightening. So let’s look at my experience with my first pregnancy versus my second pregnancy. My Initial Concerns The big concern for me when I found out was if it would be the same experience as the first and am I able to manage two children at the same time since they would be 17 months apart (Yikes!). This is how I see the second pregnancy… Have you ever seen that commercial where a first-time mom walks around with her hand…
