Baby2Body Blog | Pregnancy & Postpartum Health, Wellness & Lifestyle
Fitness, nutrition & wellness for fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum
When was the last time you stretched? And we don’t mean a quick overhead stretch at your desk–we’re talking about a proper stretching session. Chances are, it’s been a little while…and because most of our bodies are carrying around more tension than usual right now, taking time to stretch our hardworking muscles is more important […]
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Pregnancy – and motherhood – wouldn’t be possible without that monthly visitor we all know so well, but we definitely could do without those premenstrual symptoms that come knocking on our door like clockwork. We’ve teamed up with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) to bring you trusted medical information, and they’ve recently updated […]
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We know that finding time for yourself is tough to do in normal times, but now that you’re probably with your kids (or your partner) 24/7, you may be wondering if it’s even possible. The good news is that it definitely is, and we chatted with Health & Mindfulness Coach, Louise Murray, to get her […]
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How have you been faring this holiday season, mama? We find this time of year brings a mix of joy, anxiety, gratitude and stress wrapped up in a package almost as pretty as those under the tree. Trust us, we know that it can be hard to find relaxing downtime with the combination of travel, […]
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Maybe you’ve read about it, heard about it, or noticed it referenced in the headlines, but while racial discrepancies in maternal health and mortality rates are just recently garnering media attention, it’s been an issue for too long. The truth is, there’s a significant — no — massive gap in how safe it is to […]
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Let’s get to the main question: is yoga really safe during pregnancy? The short answer is yes! The longer answer is yes, as long as you take the right precautions and know which poses are best suited to your changing body. That’s where we come in! We’ve got the top 5 steps to take before starting prenatal […]
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So much attention has been placed on the link between nutrition and physical health that we tend to forget about the impacts (both positive and negative!) that our diet has on our mental health. Our brain – which controls our physical actions, cognition, and emotional state – is fueled by the same thing that fuels the […]
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Happy March ladies! Today we want to talk about an important, and serious, subject. In the UK, the deadliest gynecological disease is ovarian cancer. As a London-born and based company, we’re passionate about raising our voices and creating awareness and action around issues affecting British women. But we also want to do our part to […]
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If your due date is anywhere in the near future, you’ve probably already read hundreds of “what to pack for hospital” lists. But this one’s a bit different. We’re not talking about the basics of what to bring for the big day because we’re guessing you probably have those covered already — if not, read […]
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You may have heard about the latest trend in the world of wellbeing, called hygge. If you haven’t, we’re here to tell you what is it exactly, how to pronounce it, and how you can incorporate it into your life. It’s a great way to get some downtime and perfect for the holiday season to keep […]
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Being a mom is serious business and we’re 100% sure you’re being the best mom you can be to your little one (or ones!) — but it can be tiring work! All moms deserve a bit of extra help from time to time, and that’s where our new mom essentials come in. The following five […]
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During pregnancy, the body changes so quickly that it can leave expectant mothers with mixed feelings on body image and self-esteem. If you love the way your bump looks and makes you feel – that’s awesome, no need to read further. But there is absolutely nothing wrong with not loving every single thing about your […]
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