Before, During, and After Pregnancy Nutrition
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 2nd, 2009
Wondering how to get through all the holiday party goodies while pregnant? Well, our favorite dietician, Jodi Greebel, has come to the rescue with some healthy eating tips for the holiday season - and guess what?! She’s a new mom herself! Here are her tips and tricks:
1. Stand (or better yet, sit) away from the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Oct 20th, 2009
When I was pregnant and preparing for delivery, my husband and I knew that we needed guidance, especially about pain coping techniques. My husband is a researcher, so he bought over 10 books (yes, 10+!) on different delivery styles. However, I learn by doing, so I signed up for the best birthing class ever [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Sep 3rd, 2009
Prenatal exercise has many health benefits for mommies to be. Training with light weights can help keep up your energy level, as well as maintain your strength as your body is changing. Simple exercises can help to prevent back pain, excess weight gain, and can even help with circulation. Remember with any activity it is [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Jun 11th, 2009
Prenatal exercise is a great way to stay strong and fit during your pregnancy. Cardiovascular exercise helps to maintain your endurance, which can help with labor, delivery and recovery. The maternal heart rate is naturally a little higher, so we want to make sure that you are working safely and intelligently to ensure the health [...]
