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The Chop Shop: Gaining Strength By Letting Go
During Oprahs farewell show, I wondered how could she give up what she loves the most and recalled the Buddhist pearl the greatest generosity is non-attachment. We humans tend to cling and create crutches, whether a physical trait, friend, habit or a favorite sweater. On the Mommas Pearls Radio Show, I often ask my guests to name their most beautiful feature. Depending on the day and how humid the weather, my answer for physical …
Why Am I Gaining So Much Weight During Pregnancy?
Many women worry about appropriate weight gain during pregnancy and are concerned about what is too much or too little. In 1990, the Institute of Medicine issued guidelines that outlined how much weight a woman should gain during pregnancy based on her pre-pregnancy body-mass index. To maintain a healthy weight, women should consume about 300 extra calories each day, as excessive weight gain can pose risks to both the mother and baby.
Tips for Not Gaining a Lot of Weight During Pregnancy
Pregnancy and weight gain are synonymous. Talk to a pregnant woman and she’ll tell you stories of discomfort, cravings and the weight she had to work off post-baby. WebMD indicates that, in most cases, a woman carrying one baby should gain from 25 to 35 lbs. during pregnancy. Luckily, there are many simple ways to stay within the healthy weight gain range.
10 Things I Want My Daughter To Know
The other day one of my teenage daughters told me she was going to delete her Facebook page. She said she kept noticing that her mood and the way she felt about herself changed whenever she was logged on. She felt pressured about her looks and her social life; basically, she was not feeling good about herself whenever she was using Facebook.
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