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With about 8 years of solid exclusive breastfeeding experience, I have had my fair share of challenges. I have struggled with flat nipples, thrush, foremilk/hindmilk imbalance, and more. But, one of the most challenging events I have had to prepare for and go through, both mentally and physically, has been surgery. With my second baby,…
Shopping for maternity wear can be a daunting task. Depending on where you live, the choices for maternity fashions can be pretty slim. Maternity wear tends to come mostly in “average” sizes, so finding maternity wear when you are short, tall, or plus size can be difficult. Even if your options are minimal, it doesn’t…
Read Across America Day is the annual nationwide celebration honoring all things reading, and while it’s great for building awareness, many parents would agree that there is more we can do year-round to encourage our kids to sit down and enjoy a good book. Of course, in this era of constant busyness, countless media options…
People, mainly millennials, drink kombucha for many reasons. Most drink it because it tastes so delicious. It’s bubbly, it looks beautiful and the flavors are endless. Oh yeah, and it’s incredibly healthy for you! Maybe you were introduced to kombucha by a health-conscious friend who juices their own fruits and vegetables. Maybe it was that…
Everyone is aware of the role stress plays in life. Too much of it and your body and mind are bound to suffer. As cortisol levels rise, it’s easy to let anxiety dictate your life. Not only that, but there’s an increase in blood pressure too and that puts extra pressure on the vital organs….
Millennial life may look easy from the outside yet it is anything but. Take dieting for example. Studies show that even if you eat the same foods and exercise as much as your parents, you’re likely to be heavier. Unfortunately, advancements in technology haven’t helped millennials in the health department. Whether its meat antibiotics or…
When you are pregnant, not only do you have to care for your own health and body, but you will have some very major decisions for your baby during pregnancy and in his early days and weeks as well. Becoming informed will empower you to make important choices for you and your child now and…
If you are planning to breastfeed your baby, it’s a good idea to do some preparation in advance. This can make it easier and more comfortable for you when you begin breastfeeding your new baby. This will also give you time to think about why you want to breastfeed and why it is so important…
For those who have followed my blog for a while (even back when it was under a different name), you may remember reading how I lost 60 lbs on the keto diet. In it, I feature before and after photos of my keto diet weight loss at that time. Today, I am happy to report…
Being a yogurt lover on a low-carb diet can be tough. Most yogurt brands that are sold in stores are high in sugars and low in fat, which means more carbs (and less of that healthy fat that we know is good for us on a low carb, high fat diet). However, if you are…