Baby2Body Blog | Pregnancy & Postpartum Health, Wellness & Lifestyle
Fitness, nutrition & wellness for fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum
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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You probably know that the Baby2Body ethos is based off our firm belief in happy, healthy mothers making for happy, healthy babies. A woman’s lifestyle behaviors in the preconception phase, throughout pregnancy, and in early postpartum have a massive impact on baby’s development in the womb and they even lay the foundation for adult health […]
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Working from home is not a new phenomenon, although you’d be forgiven for thinking otherwise as the WFH acronym has been used ad nauseam across media and social channels worldwide on a daily basis. Pre-pandemic many of us had gotten used to the occasional WFH Friday, and we’ve also grown adept at juggling busy jobs […]
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As parents our natural instinct is to protect our children; shielding them from dangerous and frightening situations as much as possible. However, most experts in child psychology will agree that the best practice is actually to have active and engaged conversations with your children about what’s going on in the world around them. As much […]
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What comes to mind when you think about bonding with your baby? Chances are it’s those early moments together; when your newborn is placed on your chest for the first time, making that slightly (OK, very) blurry eye contact, and the heart-melting feeling of a tiny infant grip wound around your finger. But bonding with […]
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Figuring out what to buy for baby can be surprisingly confusing… and overwhelming. The sheer amount of toys, onesies, nursery items, and “essential” gadgets on the market are staggering, so it’s hard to even know where to start with Christmas shopping for the littlest ones on your list this year (and it’s not as if […]
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Whether you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or have a new baby crawling through your house, we’re guessing that you’re looking for ways to limit your exposure to chemicals and harmful toxins. A great way to do that is by taking a look at your household cleaning products and seeing where you can introduce more […]
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It’s world breastfeeding week, so naturally, we wanted to take a minute to talk about breastfeeding’s many benefits for both mom and baby. For many women, breastfeeding is a really positive experience; but for many others, it can be less than positive, and sometimes, not possible. We’re big believers in Fed Is Best, and ultimately, having […]
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This is a guest post from our friends over at Amawrap. You can get 10% off today using code baby2body. Have you heard of the term ‘Kangaroo Care’? It’s a catchy name for the practice of holding your newborn skin-to-skin, and it has been demonstrated to benefit both you and baby when it comes to […]
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We just checked in with our friends over at New York Family to bring you another round up of the best gear for your little one. The old adage of “safety first” rings especially true when picking out the right car seat for your baby or toddler. While industry standards ensure a baseline of safety […]
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