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Fall is one of the best times to be pregnant. It’s the perfect weather, not too hot and not too cold, and full of rich colors and flavors. Sure, it’s best known as pumpkin spice season, but autumn harvests provide so many other delicious tastes too, from apple cinnamon to butternut squash or toasted caramel.
This is an excellent time to show off your culinary skills with all that seasonal produce, so we’ve scoped out some healthy fall meal options that taste amazing and are sure to leave you satisfied.
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They say it takes a village to raise a child, and they’re not wrong. While you likely don’t have a village to help, there are plenty of useful apps to fill in those gaps. From pregnancy trackers (you know the ones that’ll let you know when your baby is the size of a melon) to post-partum apps that track diapers, feedings, sleep, and more, there are tons of options out there.
We’ve downloaded more than we would like to admit and sorted through the best pregnancy and parenting apps, so you don’t have to. We’ve checked which ones pack the most helpful features, are easy-to-use, personalize, and sync. So when your hormones are surging and you’re sleep-deprived, you can pull out your phone and still stay on top of everything like the multitasking Supermom we know you are...
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It was recently National Women's Health & Fitness Day, and we can't think of a better time to talk about the importance of staying physically active during pregnancy. When you're feeling achy or uncomfortable, it might not be top of your mind, but maternity exercise has some serious benefits. Did you know that exercising can reduce the risk of pregnancy complications and even help ease labor pains?
Staying active is recommended for most pregnant women, but there are important exceptions; read ahead for safety steps to follow before beginning a maternity fitness routine. To be clear, this is not about exercising for weight loss or appearance but more about keeping your body moving so that you are in tip-top shape come delivery day.
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It doesn't take long to realize that babies are amazing! They're adorable and constantly growing, but these tiny little creatures are also quite complex and full of surprises. Sure, your doctors cover many bases when it comes to preparing you for that little one. Here are some facts we bet they didn't tell you.
Some are shocking or sound bizarre, but they are all true. Next time you stare down at your little one, feel free to marvel at their skills and all those inner workings that you had no idea existed. Now, spread the word to other Mamas, too!