Baby2Body Blog | Pregnancy & Postpartum Health, Wellness & Lifestyle
Fitness, nutrition, and wellness for conception to motherhood
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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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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As the pandemic continues and we isolate our families from the outside world, one question remains at the forefront of many parents’ minds: “How will this affect my children?” Many of us adults are feeling the hit of social isolation, so we know that it must be affecting our little ones, too. But how? We […]
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It’s something no parent should have to worry about–yet tragically, each year parents experience their worst nightmare. Sudden infant death syndrome (commonly called SIDS) occurs when a healthy baby under 12 months dies during sleep without explanation. October is SIDS Awareness Month and we’re here to give you a breakdown on what it is, tips […]
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If you’re currently pregnant, or have been in the past, you may have experienced a strange sensation (and we’re not talking about morning sickness!). Some women describe it as just “feeling different” – and the experience of your body feeling “different” or “weird” can continue even after giving birth. One explanation for this is microchimerism: […]
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Are you at home? Look around: how much plastic do. you see? Probably a little bit more than you realized. From toiletries, food packaging, to children’s equipment and toys…plastic is everywhere. While some plastic is unavoidable, it’s important to take stock and think about how much we really need. Once created, these plastic items will […]
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We all know that having a baby comes with myriad decisions. But here’s one you may not have considered: choosing to bank blood from your baby’s umbilical cord. This increasingly popular practice that takes place after birth has the potential to benefit the future health of your child or a family member if required. Not […]
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With the heat of the summer upon us–for the northern hemisphere, anyway!–hydration has never been more important. Expecting mamas should take special care to stay hydrated, but new mothers should be thinking about both themselves and their little one. There has been some recent media scrutiny surrounding whether or not babies should drink water to […]
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There are dozens of reasons why women choose to express their breast milk: whether you’re returning to work, expressing for a premature baby who can’t yet latch, alleviating the pain of uncomfortable full breasts, or just for the reassurance of having milk in the freezer–expressing can be a lifesaver. Of course not every woman will express […]
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Let’s talk about baby wearing. There’s nothing better than snuggling up to your little one, and baby wearing allows you to stay connected to your newborn while staying (relatively) hands-free. As most mamas know, it’s common to feel inseparable from baby after birth–and holding them close is such a natural, comfortable feeling. There are so […]
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It’s a common scenario… you meet your partner, and then after a while you move in together. Things go well and after a little while longer you might get married, BUT you know for sure you’re not yet ready for children. You like your independence and you just want to enjoy each other. But after […]
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Ever looked at a cute baby and just wanted to pinch their chubby cheeks or nibble on their toes? Or had an overwhelming urge to squeeze a wriggling little puppy so tight in your arms? Of course, without wanting to hurt it at all! If the answer’s ‘yes’, then you’re one of the many people […]
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