The pressure is on pregnant women from all sides. Netflix. Commercials. Women’s magazines. Other women. And the message is the same: Look great… at all...
9 Tips for Getting Better Sleep While Pregnant
Earlier this week I wrote about why it’s so vital to get the best quality sleep possible while you’re expecting—it helps stabilize mood, improves you...
Applying Research for Healthier Pregnancies
Applying Research for Healthier Pregnancies Do you have a loved one that’s currently expecting or are you pregnant yourself? Many pregnant women, new mot...
#BellLetsTalk: What Keeps Pregnant Women Quiet
She wanted to tell someone. Anyone. But telling came at a big price. The should have’s. The should do’s. The you should not’s. And she just couldn’...
Holiday Survival Guide for New and Expectant Parents
There’s a quote that is attributed to the American spiritual teacher Ram Dass that goes, “If you think you’re enlightened, go spend a week with y...
Why Don’t Pregnant Women Get the Help They Need?
Picture a room filled with 100 pregnant women. Research tells us that as many as 25 of these women will experience high stress, anxiety, or depression whil...
Preventing Postpartum Depression With Date Night
Date Night may be the furthest thing from the minds of a couple who are expecting, especially if this isn’t their first baby, but research shows that a h...
7 Hacks for Your Emotional Well-Being While Pregnant
Pregnancy can be an emotionally challenging time. It can feel like thinking about the baby is taking up all of your mental space along with body space—le...