In my opinion, one of the hardest things about being an adoptive parent is finding an adoption community to be a part of. Living in NYC, it was pretty hard for me to believe that an organized, public group of this kind did not exist….. Until now. Helpusadopt.org has created a FREE NYC Adoption Community … Continued
I’m infertile. Seriously infertile. Infertile to the tune of 5 rounds of IVF in my early 30s, 3 pregnancies, and 3 miscarriages. One at 16 weeks, one at 12 weeks and one at 10 weeks. Infertile to the tune of ruining every holiday, every birthday, every everything. I think that the worst aspect of my … Continued
Very few OBs have time during prenatal visits or that one, brief postnatal appointment to guide women through self-care steps to recover well.
People often think of pregnancy as a special time when women feel biologically complete and insulated from the sadness in the surrounding world. And it is special… The truth is, though, that the rates of depression in pregnant and non-pregnant women are very similar. Many women have gone through difficult times while pregnant, shed many … Continued
I thank G-d for Annie Fox, Homeopath, Herbalist and Whole Foods Educator. She taught me these four tricks to ease pregnancy nausea. 1. Rice cakes: Have a rice cake, cracker, or dry toast in the morning before you even sit up. It will help absorb some of the stomach acid that feels like it’s on … Continued
You’re six-weeks postpartum, your OB-GYN just cleared you to exercise (yay!), you went for a run and peed yourself…. WHAT?! Yes, it happens, and you are not alone! Running, jumping, laughing too hard… they can all get you in trouble. This is one of a number of topics I will present that falls under the … Continued
What is it? This is a common condition during and after pregnancy called Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA), which means a separation of your rectus abdominis muscle along the midline of your body (linea alba). It may or may not be painful. What happened? As your baby (or babies) grow during pregnancy, your abdominal wall must … Continued
Part 1 – 1st Trimester In the 5 years I’ve been a personal trainer in NYC, I’ve had the pleasure of working with all different walks of life, and tackling all different types of specific goals from my clients. Working with pregnant women has been a very rewarding experience thus far.As a guy, I can’t … Continued
Before we start, it is critical to mention that there is no such thing as the “safest seat”. The safest seat is the one that installs securely in your vehicle, fits your child properly, and you use properly on every trip. When recommending a rear-facing only seat, The Car Seat Lady takes into consideration 4 … Continued
1. Exercise during pregnancy shortens labor by over 33%! Workout regularly for a faster, easier labor. 2. Afraid of tearing during birth? Minimize the risk by doing Kegels to build a strong pelvic floor. 3. During pregnancy, your protein needs increase dramatically. Top picks are steak for iron, chicken for folate, and salmon for omega-3s. … Continued
Planning for your baby’s nursery can be one of the most fun projects as you prepare for your little one’s arrival. It’s a room that lets you be creative and put your own personal touch on things. Before you dive into the shopping and crafting, there are a few things you need to know to … Continued
Pregnant? There’s an app for that. Finding out that you are pregnant can be one of the most exciting moments in your life. There are so many great apps that help you keep track of this important time all from the convenience of your phone. From tracking your pregnancy day-to-day to figuring out what you … Continued
Pregnant? There’s an app for that. Finding out that you are pregnant can be one of the most exciting moments in your life. There are so many great apps that help you keep track of this important time all from the convenience of your phone. From tracking your pregnancy day-to-day to figuring out … Continued
If you are ready to conceive and you want it to happen sooner rather than later the magic word is: TIMING. If you don’t time your baby making to happen during the short window of opportunity each month, conception is impossible. That fertile window occurs on the five days leading up to and including the … Continued
If you’ve been trying for some time to conceive without success, you may find yourself asking, “How Come I Can’t Get Pregnant?” You may assume that if you are healthy and actively trying that it shouldn’t take months and months to conceive. But it is important to understand that pregnancy doesn’t always happen quickly. Just … Continued
When a woman is ready to have a child, she wants it to happen as soon as possible. There is an incredible sense of anticipation and excitement that makes it hard to think of much else. Most women trying to conceive are driven by an overwhelming desire and can’t wait for the moment when they … Continued