Baby2Body Blog | Pregnancy & Postpartum Health, Wellness & Lifestyle
Fitness, nutrition, and wellness for conception to motherhood
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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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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Hey mama, how are you doing? There’s a lot going on in the world right now, and we don’t need to list it all here, because we know you know what’s up. But we do want to take a moment for a collective deep breath…. In…. and out…. OK, that feels a little better. Let’s […]
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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the world, and it kills about half a million women per year. We’re all about giving you the tools and info you need to make informed choices for yourself (and your family)–so in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re talking about what you can […]
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The Covid-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our lives today. Many of us now have new challenges associated with working from home, homeschooling, and spending a whole lot of time at home. As part of a series, Thrive Global looked at how female business owners are addressing this new way of life in […]
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Headaches. Fatigue. Dark circles. Exhaustion. Any of these sound familiar? If they do, don’t worry–you’re in the majority. These are all potential side-effects of being a new or expecting mother, but they’re also symptoms of an iron deficiency. It’s the most common nutritional disorder in the world and affects about one in three women of […]
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It’s World Mental Health Day–and here at Baby2Body, we’re always eager for another opportunity to discuss mental wellbeing. We know that today you’ve probably seen a myriad of posts spreading awareness about the importance of discussing our mental health, and we’re so glad that there are awareness days, weeks, and months like this one that […]
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With the launch of our Trying to Conceive program earlier this year, we grew our Baby2Body community to include so many women wanting to get as healthy as possible for a future pregnancy. It’s also brought up (very valid) concerns about becoming pregnant during a pandemic, and we’ve been asked a lot of different variations […]
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If you’re thinking about having a baby, one of the first things you should be thinking about is your cycles–and more specifically, tracking them. Knowing when you’re menstruating gives you crucial info on your ovulation…and the all-important fertile window! Tracking your cycle is all about empowerment. Having this important data at your fingertips will make […]
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Fast-approaching flu season has us thinking about vaccines–and some common immunization misconceptions. There’s a lot of confusion regarding getting vaccinated during pregnancy, so we’re giving you a quick breakdown on what you can expect when it comes to vaccinations and pregnancy. Many infectious diseases can be harmful to your health–even life-threatening– and vaccinations are designed […]
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This also applies if you’re currently pregnant and waiting on baby to arrive! When you and your partner decide to start a family or grow your existing one, you start feeling all sorts of ways. Mostly giddy and excited, but also a little scared and unsure on what to really expect. Those feelings are totally […]
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According to the American Psychological Association, 16.5% of women in the U.S. take antidepressant medication–more than twice as often as men. If you take antidepressants (or any other mood-stabilizing medication), you’re not alone, and you’re part of a growing number of people who use their medication to live a balanced, fulfilling life. Selective Serotonin Reuptake […]
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