The Mommy Guide

Pregnancy is a time of tremendous change. The first trimester is the beginning of it all: hormones, weight going up or down, and  a mile-long list of other possible factors that can affect your body, mind and health. "Look at it as an unexpected carnival ride!"  An experienced (and kooky) lady once told me.  Though it sounded a little absurd at the time, it turns out that was actually great advice.  She told me this because ...read more

For most women, the second trimester of pregnancy is the BEST trimester.  The second trimester can bring about some feelings of 'your old self' and even bursts of 'a functioning and productive member of society.'  In the second trimester, you've gotten a little pregnancy under your belt (perhaps over your belt too!).  The first trimester, with its constant nausea and overwhelming fatigue, is over.  Doctors’ ...read more

In the third trimester of pregnancy, mamas can look forward to soon having a baby and feel good about the person they are BEFORE baby, for the last few months.  Postpartum time calls for major changes.  The third trimester can be a time to appreciate what you have right this minute.  Appreciate your life, body, work, hobbies, and family as it is…because that's all going to change very soon.  If you love it, enjoy it.  If you ...read more