Not to scare you, but...it is fairly common for women to throw up or become nauseous at some point in labor. One way to help you manage nausea - whether it be from morning sickness, labor, or motion - is to suck on Preggie Pops or Preggie Pop Drops. They're "all-natural, delicious, drug-free, and doctor-recommended"...and […]
When it comes to natural childbirth (a.k.a. childbirth without drugs), there are three basic pain management "methods" that you can choose from:1. Bradley (a.k.a. Husband-Coached Childbirth)2. Lamaze3. Hypnobirthing When I say "method," I am describing a prescribed system or class wherein you follow a particular philosophy. There is, of course, also an extensive menu of […]
My husband and I run together 3-4 times a week. We take our 18-month-old daughter along in a jogging stroller and, for the most part, she enjoys our 30-minute runs. She loves the sound of our feet pounding the cement, the rhythm of our voices as we talk, the dogs barking, and the wind blowing. […]
Nutrabella, creators of Bellybar, are proud to announce the launch of Bellybar Chews, "delicious bites of sweet chocolate and tangy citrus to satisfy cravings, while also delivering DHA, calcium, and folic acid." Available in two flavors (Chocolate Cuddles and Citrus on Board), the Chews each contain 50mg of vegetarian Omega-3 DHA. The chews are ideal […]
I love Annabel Karmel's cookbooks. They're full of great tips for healthy eating and delicious recipes that the whole family can enjoy. My favorite thing about her cookbooks, however, are the photographs - bold, bright, colorful photographs of foods presented in exciting and interesting ways. On the cover of Superfoods for Babies and Children, for […]
There are plenty of books out on the topics of pregnancy, childbirth, and baby care...but not many that focus on the journey to motherhood. Giving birth is a life-altering moment for a woman - it changes everything. Thus, it makes sense that a woman should prepare not only by packing her hospital bag and buying […]
If you're a brand new parent, congratulations! It's likely that you're overwhelmed with wonder, awe, love, and amazement at the little miracle that has entered your life. My husband often describes those first few moments after birth as "the true 'love at first sight'." It's also likely that you're in the middle of a sleepy […]
This weekend (Saturday, Sunday, Monday), sleep is the topic of discussion here at Metropolitan Mama. I'll be highlighting several different products and ideas to help your whole family drift off to sleep more comfortably and quickly. I can't promise any quick fixes...just a few ideas for you to ponder. One important thing to remember when […]