One thing about pregnancy that I do not enjoy is not getting any rest. This usually happens in the beginning due to frequent urination and/or towards the end because you’re too big to get comfortable and your sleep is also often interrupted by trips to the bathroom. Pregnancy insomnia is a real thing but I’ve […] Read more…
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Staying Hydrated is Key to Increasing Breast Milk Supply
While pregnant, I was drilled on the importance of keeping hydrated. Dehydration during pregnancy can lead to cramping or preterm labor. Now that I am breastfeeding, the importance of remaining hydrated is the same, but for different reasons. Breast milk supply can wane if you’re dehydrated. As a breastfeeding mom, I know how important it […] Read more…
Despite Social Distancing, Create a Baby Registry & Have a Virtual Baby Shower
Social distancing is canceling everyone’s plans from simple things like brunch with friends to special occasions like weddings and baby showers. The good news is, with the use of the internet and social media, social distancing doesn’t have to ruin your baby shower. The show can go on! So don’t cancel your plans just yet. […] Read more…
Vaginal Delivery? Here’s a List of Postpartum Must Haves
Even though my experience with a vaginal delivery was nearly nine years ago, I vividly remember the things that made postpartum recovery easier. During the recovery period, in addition to being exhausted, I experienced so many things, such as bleeding and cramping, sore perineum, constipation, and more. At the time, to deal with these things, […] Read more…
Do These Things During Your Third Trimester to Have an Easy Labor & Delivery
You’ve reached the third trimester, which marks the coming of the end of your pregnancy. Trust me, with everything that went on during this pregnancy (read about it here) I was happy to reach the final weeks. So you’re not alone in wanting to find ways to have an easy labor and delivery experience. I’m […] Read more…