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First Trimester Pregnancy & Exercise
Exercise during pregnancy is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, provided you don’t overdo it, and you have no pregnancy complications, according to the Mayo Clinic. Exercising during the first trimester doesn’t have the physical limitations of the last few months of pregnancy when a large belly makes exercise much more uncomfortable. Morning sickness and exhaustion may get in the way of a regular exercise routine, but staying active as much as you can will help you maintain a healthy blood pressure, gain weight within the recommended guidelines and prepare your body for birth. It is important to get your doctor’s approval before starting a new exercise routine during pregnancy, because some pregnancy complications may limit your activity in the first trimester.
The Do’s and Don’ts for Sex During Pregnancy
After the excitement of a new pregnancy calms, expecting parents (especially first-time parents) have hundreds of questions. One of the most common involves sex during pregnancy – is it safe? Sex during a normal pregnancy is usually safe unless your doctor has recommended otherwise. That said, there are a few things to be aware of – a…
Baby Registry Must Haves for Expecting Moms
Deciding on what to add to a baby registry - particularly as a first-time mom - can be as exhilarating as it is overwhelming. Do I need a bassinet? What is a rocker? How many onesies will my little one go through? How many strollers do I really need? After lots of research, testing and…
Tips on Exercising While Pregnant
Exercise is generally safe for pregnant women and might even make you feel better. Physical activity gives you more energy and might help relieve back pain and constipation that are common during pregnancy. Exercise during pregnancy should focus more on overall wellness than weight loss, which isn’t recommended while pregnant.
Top 20 Fall Wardrobe Essentials for the Modern Mom
Whether you're a working mom, stay-at-home mom, or a little bit of both, you need essentials in your wardrobe that can maximize your time (because let’s be honest, there are never enough hours in the day), your budget, and most importantly, get the job done! When you’re on the move all day, you also want…