Our Holiday Gift Guide With a Mindful Twist
What. A. Year…! Ah, 2020. The longest year in history has challenged us in every way possible, and we’re sure all you mamas out there feel the same way. As we approach the holiday season, we can’t help feeling a little jaded by all the usual Christmas adverts, bright lights, and festivities. Not because we […]
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Protecting Your Mental Health As A Mama: How To Deal with Patronizing Advice & Pushy Remarks
One thing that is frustratingly unavoidable as a mother or mother-to-be is the constant stream of “advice” on the subject of pregnancy. Other people will happily tell you everything you should — and shouldn’t — be doing, often according to their personal opinion. For so many women, that pressure starts even before you get pregnant […]
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Why Have Fewer Babies Been Born Prematurely During the Pandemic?
It’s no secret that 2020 has thrown us plenty of curveballs–and it’s left many of us wondering what the future holds for both us and our babies. But in a surprising turn of events, doctors around the world have noticed a surprising trend during the pandemic: fewer babies being born prematurely than usual. For years, […]
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5 Recipes to Make the Most of Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
We all know that a lot of work goes into a Thanksgiving dinner and there’s so much anticipation and excitement for the taste of those comforting fall flavors. And of course, at the end of the day, it’s really about that time around the table with your friends and family. But… once the meal’s over, […]
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Turkey Trot Cancelled? Have an Active Thanksgiving with 5 Fun Alternatives
We’ll start with a disclaimer for our non-US mamas: Turkey Trots are generally 5K road races that bring local communities together to run (or walk!) for a greater good, typically donating all proceeds to food banks and other charities. These family-friendly events are typically held on the morning of Thanksgiving so we can all get […]
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Skin-To-Skin Care: Why It’s So Important For Parents & Baby’s Healthy Development
After you give birth to your baby, the very first thing you’ll want to do is hold them in your arms. But certain things such as C-section deliveries, surgical procedures such as episiotomies, or even just newborn examinations and care routines can stand in the way of you holding your newborn directly after birth. Rest […]
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Dry Skin In Pregnancy & How To Treat It
Do you know your skin type? Even if you don’t have dry skin (typically), we encourage you to keep reading because your skin type can change as you age–and it can also (and usually does) change when become pregnant and then during the postpartum period. On Instagram, we asked you how your skin changed during […]
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What’s My Baby’s Skin Type? Here’s How to Find Out
GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT: We’ve teamed up with @MustelaUK to offer you the chance to WIN a product hamper worth £85. Head over to our Instagram page for details on how to enter – and for more details, scroll on down to the bottom of this post. When it comes to your own skin troubles, you probably have a […]
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What Pregnancy Does To Your Skin & How To Deal With Unexpected Breakouts
When you see a positive pregnancy test your mind is filled with so many emotions, but chances are your first thought isn’t “how will this affect my skin?”. However, the hormone shift that accompanies pregnancy can drastically change how your skin feels, how it looks, and how it reacts to things. For some women, those […]
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The Pregnancy Waddle: Why it Happens and How to Move Safely
It’s no secret that your body goes through some pretty major changes during pregnancy–and one of the biggest ones is a growing bump. And it’s no secret that “the bump” becomes the center of your world: it’s where you feel kicks, connect with your baby, and what stretches out your favorite tops. But that bump […]
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Our Yoga Expert Shares Her Top 5 Poses To Relax At The End of a Long Day
2020 has taught us many, many things, and one of those is that extended time at home and generally moving less throughout the day can really take its toll on the body. Not to mention the impacts of living in an elevated-stress state for 9 straight months… that doesn’t help either. We don’t know about […]
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Try These Movie Night Snacks for Cozy Nights at Home
As many of us head back into lockdown, or are faced with tightening social distancing restrictions, we’re faced with a winter ahead that may seem longer than usual. And because going out isn’t an option, we’ll be spending plenty of cozy nights at home. That means movie nights–and lots of them! We love cuddling up […]
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