Tag: pregnancy wellness
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Understanding Bed Rest During Pregnancy: What Does Activity Restriction Mean?
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a smooth journey for some, while others may face challenges that require lifestyle adjustments, such as bed rest. However, the concept of bed rest has shifted over the years. Nowadays, doctors often recommend activity restriction instead. Here’s a friendly rundown on what this means for you! What is Bed…
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Understanding Night Sweats During Pregnancy: Causes and Tips
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a wild ride, with all sorts of surprises, and one of those surprises might be night sweats. If you’ve ever woken up in the middle of the night feeling like you just ran a marathon, you’re not alone. Night sweats are a common experience during pregnancy, and while they…
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5 Pregnancy-Safe Spa Treatments You’ll Love
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama-to-be! If you’re feeling the weight of baby on your belly and noticing some skin changes thanks to those pregnancy hormones, it’s definitely time to pamper yourself. But what spa treatments are actually safe during pregnancy? Let’s dive into some of the best options that will help you relax and…
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Intense Fruits-Only Diet of a Mom-to-Be: Is It Harmful for Baby?
Get Pregnant Fast When expectant mother Mia Harper, a 26-year-old from Australia, shared her all-fruit diet on social media, it sparked quite a debate online. Mia, currently 24 weeks pregnant, adheres to the 80:10:10 Diet, which emphasizes a macronutrient ratio of 80% carbohydrates, 10% fat, and 10% protein. A typical day for her begins with…
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Tips for Postbirth Recovery
Get Pregnant Fast Bringing a baby into the world is no small feat, and your body deserves some TLC afterward. Here are some friendly suggestions to help ease your postpartum recovery journey. Stay Active Unless advised otherwise by your healthcare provider, keeping up with your regular exercise routine can be beneficial during pregnancy. Staying active…
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Top Meditation Apps for Expectant and New Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast When you need a moment of tranquility amidst the chaos of motherhood, mindfulness and meditation apps can be invaluable. By taking a little time for yourself, you can greatly benefit both your mental well-being and your baby’s health. As a new or expectant mom, it’s common to feel overwhelmed. With changing hormones,…
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Pregnancy Brain: How to Cope When It Strikes
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there, mama-to-be! Let’s talk about something that many of us experience during pregnancy: that famous “pregnancy brain.” You know, those moments when you walk into a room and completely forget why you went in there? Yep, I’ve been there, too! Picture this: after a long day at work, I come home,…
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Bumpie Tip of the Week: Embracing Your Inner Goddess During Pregnancy (Yes, You Can!)
Get Pregnant Fast Feeling a little self-conscious about your body during pregnancy? It’s time to change that mindset and embrace your inner goddess! Our community members on the third-trimester board shared some fabulous tips on how to feel sexy and confident while expecting. Here are their top suggestions to help you shine: “I treated myself…
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Walk Your Way to a Healthy Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnant women of all fitness levels can benefit from a simple and effective workout: walking. In fact, during interviews for my book, Walking Through Pregnancy and Beyond, many women shared how walking suited their various needs—whether they were seasoned athletes needing to scale back or individuals simply committing to a daily walk…