“You are huge!” “You look like you’re going to pop!” “Wow, do you have twins in there?” Comments so many women have heard as they reach the end of their pregnancy. You are almost there, nine months pregnant, and on the home stretch. Have you started thinking about the big day? It is probably on your mind most of the time. That moment you get to finally meet the little one kicking inside of you. Babies can make an unexpected entrance, with some women arriving at their birth centre with only the clothes they are wearing, not anticipating the birth of their baby and others who bring the ..read more

Wondering if sex is safe or not during pregnancy? Sex drive can increase in pregnancy for some women, usually depending on her pesky pregnancy symptoms (it is hard to feel sexy with your head in the toilet bowl all the time!). If you are feeling okay and would like to have sex, read on to see if it is safe for you. Remember, you should always check with your health care provider as well. Is sex safe during pregnancy? Some reasons sex should be avoided: • Any unexplained vaginal bleeding • Placenta previa (your placenta is covering your cervix) • Threatened preterm labour • If your ..read more

As the birth of your baby gets closer and closer, are you finding yourself awake at night wondering how it will all play out? Your pendulum may be swinging from “I’ve got this”, to “How am I going to get through labour?” Please know that this is a normal feeling, and you can do this! Labour is actually divided into two different stages: early and active. New research is telling us that women spend more time in the early stages of labour. Right now, early labour is defined as 0-4 cm dilated with active contractions whereas active labour is defined as 4 cm to 10 cm (or birth) with activ ..read more

We had the pleasure of speaking with Carlee Benear, a mom from Texas who advocates for the importance of practicing yoga during pregnancy and post-pregnancy. 1. Tell us a little bit about yourself. What inspired you to start doing yoga? Well, I was a stay-at-home mom with two small children and I was losing my mind with all the things to do. I needed an outlet and I didn’t have the time or the money to go to a gym or hire a trainer. So, I started looking up yoga videos on YouTube. Yoga always seemed like a very calming practice to me and that is definitely what I ..read more

Decorating the nursery is such a fun and exciting time for expecting parents. I have had the privilege of being in many beautiful nurseries. It is obvious that care and time was taken with each detail to make it a stunning safe haven for their little one. The paint is carefully chosen, the furniture and each accent piece makes most rooms I see look like they are from a magazine. Often these beautiful nurseries are just that. Beautiful. But they can lack functionality. You want to create a space that is not only beautiful, but functional and conducive to your little one’s sleep. Here’s ..read more

This Halloween, you get to dress your baby up in whatever silly, adorable or spooky costume you want. It’s your opportunity to take advantage before your lil’ ones start choosing for themselves. Until then, we’re lending you a helping hand by rounding up these six Halloween costumes we think are a MUST. This is no trick, just a treat! Granny & Gramps There is nothing cuter than seeing a little baby dressed up in a granny or gramps costume. We’re thinking a curly grey wig, a thick knit cardigan and a pair of chained eyeglasses will do the trick. Maybe add a plaid ..read more

There is nothing more amazing then feeling the baby you are growing inside of you move, kick and roll. It stops you in your tracks, keeps you up at night and ensures your babe consumes your thoughts most of the time! You are also watching your baby grow as your belly does! But with that growing belly, comes some aches and pains that maybe you weren’t expecting and certainly don’t have time for. As your belly expands, your centre of gravity shifts forward, changing your posture. That, coupled with all those hormones relaxing your ligaments leaves your tossing and turning at night with ..read more

We are sure of two things: Your pregnant belly is growing and Halloween’s around the corner. Combine the two and you have the ultimate Halloween costume accessory. Whether you are on a budget, scrambling at the last minute or looking for a standout costume, we have you covered with these top five creative Halloween costumes for pregnancy. Bubble Gum Ball Machine Hot glue and a bundle of colourful pompoms is all it takes to recreate this easy DIY Halloween costume… and we love it. Put your sweet tooth on the forefront without feeling guilty about it afterwards. After ..read more

Although pregnancy is a full-time job in itself, many expecting women carry a full time job up until their delivery date. This can add even more stress to your already-full plate. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make working while pregnant feel a little easier. Chat with Your Boss Communication is key in every situation and this one is no exception. Consider how your role may need to change at work as your baby belly grows. Tasks you were completing pre-pregnancy may not be as easy during pregnancy. Give as much notice as possible. Share with your employ ..read more

Oh, baby! We hear you are ready to announce the big news! Your secret is safe with us… for now, of course! This calls for some serious planning. We know how important this announcement is and we are sure that you want to get it out there in the world in the right way. Well, first things first, your partner should know this life changing news before anyone else. Once you have nipped that in the bud, the next step is to reveal it to family and friends. YAY! What an amazing celebration and what better way to celebrate than to choose a creative and funny pregnancy announcement that will h ..read more