Weekly Email Archives

testing, testing 1,2,3

Filed Under Favourites, Tips & Tricks | September 3, 2009

You’re pregnant! A time of celebration, anticipation…and anxiety? While prenatal visits are often a source of reassurance and information, the options presented by your midwife or doctor can be overwhelming. In addition to routine blood work you may be offered options such as ultrasounds, maternal serum screening, nuchal translucency, HIV testing, amniocentesis, glucose test, gbs testing, biophysical profiles, non-stress tests, and more. . .

booby traps

Filed Under Favourites, Multi-Tasking, Stuff | August 27, 2009

Okay, we have to admit that the following product is one we approached with a bit of trepidation. It seemed so gimmicky. Was it really possible to pump hands-free? So we were determined to put a PumpEase, a hands-free pumping support, to a rigorous, brand-new-mum test and see what transpired.

perfect pix

Filed Under Favourites, Tips & Tricks | August 20, 2009

“Treasure this precious time,” say the grandparents. “They grow up so fast,” reflect the parents of teenagers. The days may seem long, but the years are short and new parents quickly realize how fast their babies grow and change into each new phase of life. Photos are one of the best ways we have of capturing the sweetness of each precious phase in their lives.

dress me up

Filed Under Favourites, Stuff | August 13, 2009

Chances are your maternity wardrobe is a mish-mash of hand-me-downs, regular clothes that don’t quite button up properly, a few new pieces and some second-hand finds. In the last year there’ve been some changes in the maternity store makeup around town, so here are our new favourite hot spots for stocking up.

all bottled up

Filed Under Favourites, Going Green, Stuff | July 30, 2009

There are so many things to consider when you’re getting ready for your new arrival, everything from picking the perfect car seat to sleeping arrangements to whether or not to switch to non-toxic cleaning products. And then there are bottles. Canada was a leader in banning BPA in baby bottles, but even “safer” plastics don’t always appeal. And glass bottles are great, but they’re not super portable, what with not being shatterproof and all. Which is why we’re more than a bit smitten with these stainless steel baby bottles from Canadian company organicKidz.

stocking your pregnancy library

Filed Under Favourites, Stuff | July 16, 2009

Being pregnant is all about research. Figuring out what’s happening inside your body, what you’ll need for baby and whether or not those twinges you’re feeling are Braxton Hicks contractions or the real deal. We found the following books essential through pregnancy, breastfeeding and beyond – and we love that two of them are from Canadian authors.

the sling thing

Filed Under Favourites, Stuff, Tips & Tricks | July 2, 2009

Slings have become more mainstream and a common must-have in a modern mama’s arsenal of accessories. And that means there’s been an explosion of brands and styles hitting the market. So how’s a mama-to-be supposed to know which is the right option for her? Especially if she doesn’t yet have a baby to test drive myriad options? We went to Tanis Frame of mamamaven fame who independently researches everything from greening your home to baby carriers, for more info, ideas and recommendations.

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.