Paging Celebrity Fitness Expert Kristin McGee: Why You Should Try Yoga in 2014
“Tis the time of year to vow (VOW) to get in shape, eat better, act better – just BE better. My friend Kristin McGee, aka “The Bendi Girl”, tells us why yoga is the secret to tackling all of these at once.
… Read the restPaging Northeast Doulas: How to Induce Labor Naturally
I can’t tell you how many women are desperate to give birth when they reach the end of the third trimester. They’re uncomfortable, tired, and anxious to meet their little one. I’ve asked the Northeast Doulas for their tricks to inducing labor naturally. … Read the rest
My Defense of Gisele
Holy moly did my Facebook page EXPLODE when I shared the pic of Gisele that made the rounds recently. I don’t think I’ve seen such a divided reaction in ages. The critics were up in arms that she claimed to be multi-tasking, when for most of us multitasking doesn’t involve getting your nails and hair done. … Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Registry Must-Haves
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I’m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to build the perfect baby registry, but you can get the full read here.
Registering is overwhelming for everyone. We are terrified that if we don’t choose the right gear, this might somehow reflect what type of parent we are going to be or impact future happiness of our children! … Read the rest
Best Gifts for Pregnant Women this Holiday Season
Buying gifts for others can be so difficult. And if that person you’re buying for is pregnant? It’s practically a holiday miracle if you can find something that they like, that fits, and that flatters them. If you are still trying to figure out what to buy a loved one who is about to have a baby, look no further! … Read the rest
Amazon Moms: Picks to Keep Baby Entertained
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I”m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for how to keep kids entertained during the holiday season are below, but you can get the full read here.
You have to wonder how many of all these toys are to keep baby entertained and how many of them are to keep you entertained. … Read the rest
Holiday Music – Something for Everyone!
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Ellie Hirsch, a.k.a. Ellie, The Mommy Master®. Ellie is the founder of MommyMasters.com, an award winning children’s recording artist/songwriter, published author, mommy blogger and mom to three amazing little boys. She’s also the genius behind “Music is Magical, Children’s Songs with Ellie”, a Parents’ Choice Award winner. … Read the rest
Paging Dr. Grunebaum: Avoid and Treat Food Poisoning or the Stomach Flu When You’re Pregnant
Dr. Grunebaum of BabyMed.com, Director of Obstetrics and Chief of Labor & Delivery at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, gives us his advice on how to avoid – and deal with – food poisoning during pregnancy.
How to Avoid and Treat Food Poisoning or the Stomach Flu When You’re Pregnant
It is not unusual for a pregnant woman to experience diarrhea, stomach pain and vomiting in pregnancy, a condition some refer to as “stomach flu” or “food poisoning” but which is known with it’s medical term as gastroenteritis.… Read the rest
Paging Mamatography: Original Holiday Photos Made Easy
‘Tis the season when parents everywhere scramble to find a picture featuring all their children (with or without their eyes open) to send out to our nearest and dearest in the form of a lovely 5 x 7 holiday picture card.
… Read the restAmazon Moms: Take the Pain Out of Holiday Travel with Kids
I recently announced my collaboration with Amazon, where I’m now a Guest Contributor! My tips for traveling with kids are below, but you can get the full read here.
Travel can be stressful and, when you have kids in tow, even the calmest of us can become the dictionary definition of a stress ball. … Read the rest