Weekly Email Archives
this too shall pass
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | April 30, 2009
A dreaded pregnancy symptom, morning sickness is a…erm… joy that about 85% of expectant mamas experience. Caused by changing hormones, it can take the form of everything from food aversions to occasional or ongoing nausea and vomiting.
May Contest: sweet earth photographics
Filed Under Contests | April 30, 2009
Our May contest is from sweet earth photographics and it’s a biggie. You could win a full photo session – that’s two hours of shooting and a CD including 15 hi-res images, a small album and an 8×10 print valued at $250.
sweet earth photographics is known for their signature photojournalistic style, open-minded, natural approach [...]
mocktail hour
Filed Under Stuff, Tips & Tricks | April 23, 2009
When you’re pregnant (or trying to get there) and breastfeeding the question of what you can drink is a big one. How much caffeine is too much? Is it cruel and usual punishment to deny a sleep-deprived new mum a cup of coffee? Am I allowed a sip of champagne at a celebration when I’m gestating or nursing?
trust your gut
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | April 16, 2009
We asked Sarah Juliusson from Mama Renew – a mum, childbirth educator and doula – for some tips on trusting your intuition as a new mum.
Dedicated Email: The Best Laid Plans
Filed Under Dedicated Emails | April 16, 2009
No matter how much planning and forethought you put into it, your labour may not go according to your birth plan. Or any plan at all. Giving birth is not a linear process, and just when you think you’re getting close to the end, you may come up against unexpected twists and turns. And accepting [...]
carry tot
Filed Under Stuff | April 9, 2009
When you’re stocking up on gear for your impending arrival, the array of slings and carriers to choose from can be dizzying. And when we discovered that chiropractors feel that one of the most common carriers out there is bad for your baby’s spine we decided to take a few more ergonomically designed options out for a spin. As for slings, we haven’t gone there yet…
April Contest: SleepySheep.ca
Filed Under Contests | April 9, 2009
This contest is now closed.
April’s contest is pretty darn fabulous. You could win a $200 Canadian gift certificate* to spend at www.SleepySheep.ca – or $160 US to spend at www.SleepySheepBedding.com. Because what mama-to-be or new mama couldn’t use a bit more rest?
SleepySheep brings you the best mattresses for your baby (and yourself). Made from organic [...]
the secret of pregnancy loss
Filed Under Favourites, Tips & Tricks | April 2, 2009
The first trimester is rarely easy – morning sickness and fatigue play a part, along with the uncertainty of a new pregnancy. Miscarriage is the unspoken fear, and for those who have lost a baby, it may be an unspoken grief for years to come.
