Postpartum Essentials
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by Laura Berens
11M ago
Postpartum necessities that new moms should invest in– because you deserve the best.  Postpartum bodily changes are a natural part of a mother’s journey. Moms may experience new challenges pertaining to physical recovery, hormonal fluctuations, breastfeeding, and body-image and self-care, all of which are integrated into the phases of motherhood. As a result, it’s important to support yourself as best you can! While every woman’s postpartum experience is unique, embracing these changes with love and support is crucial. A key step in doing this is to ensure that you have the best bras and ..read more
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4 Types of Exercises to Help You Transition into a Postpartum Workout Routine
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
Every mama knows our bodies don’t always bounce back right after pregnancy - if yours does, consider yourself lucky! As your body grew gradually over 9 months of pregnancy, the journey to lose the weight after giving birth will be gradual, too. It’s important for you mentally to not get discouraged. With hard-work over time, you can get the the fitness level you may have had before. 4 Types of Exercises to Help You Transition into a Postpartum Workout Routine Getting back into the workout routine after giving birth is going to be tough, but it’s important to listen to your doctor and your bod ..read more
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The Do's and Don'ts for Exercising in Your Third Trimester
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
Exercising while pregnant has many health benefits. It can help reduce back aches and bloating, improve your mood, and help you sleep better, just to name a few! I get excited when I put on my pregnancy leggings and the best sports bra for pregnancy (one of them anyway ; ) ), the Athena 2.0. If you’re in your third trimester, here are the do’s and don’ts you should follow to make sure you feel comfortable while working out and staying safe! Do’s for Exercising During Your Third Trimester If you’re experiencing a normal, healthy pregnancy, it’s beneficial to exercise for a bit. Here are some do ..read more
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Fun Things to do for Fathers Day
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by Bold Commerce Collaborator
1y ago
We’re usually all about the mamas, but we want to take the time to focus on all the dads out there! It’s important to recognize how much dads do for their families on Father’s Day and every day. We’ve gathered a list of fun activities to make this Father’s Day a memorable one! Dads That Like Sports Have a catch Go mini-golfing Play a game of H-O-R-S-E Dads That Like To Put Things Together Do a puzzle Build a birdhouse Dads That Like Art Color a picture together Paint with each other Grab sidewalk chalk, go outside and draw Dads That Like Reading Grab his favorite book and take turns rea ..read more
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Nutrition and Healthy Eating While Pregnant
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
Pregnancy is one of the greatest feats of a woman’s body. You're growing a life inside of you, so what you put into your body is important. Nutrition and healthy eating while pregnant will help your baby’s development and keep you feeling good throughout your pregnancy. Here's 4 food groups you should eat while pregnant according to the Mayo Clinic: 1. Grains Carbs find their way into our diet more often than not, and it’s important when you’re pregnant to swap out the pasta and bread for whole wheat options. Grains are an excellent source of fiber, iron, and other minerals. Want to get the ..read more
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Staycation Tips - Let's get virtual and stay local
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
For those of us who are still in the house bored and some days overwhelmed and some days happy, we need to do things to break out of the pandemic routines we've created. Even if you're not ready to go on an actual vacation, you can have a staycation right at home! It's important to treat your staycation like you were on vacation; here's a few tips on how to get the most out of your staycation! Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Staycation Make a Staycation Itinerary - Just like you would do for an actual vacation, make an itinerary for your staycation. This gives you the time to think about wh ..read more
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Holiday Activities Your Kids Will Love
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And one of the best parts of the holiday season is the time you get to spend with your kids. That’s why we’ve created a list (and checked it twice) of holiday activities your kids will love! Baking Holiday Cookies – I’m guilty of wanting to make the perfect batch of holiday cookies, but your kids will just love helping you around the kitchen. Plus, the cookies will be SO much more special if you bake them together! Build a Snowman – If you’re in a snowy place, your kids will love getting outside to play in the snow! Gather up all the accessories, from ..read more
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Five Tips to a Bigger BUTT!
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
We all have different goals for working out! ?️‍♀️ Me, personally, I'm always looking to strengthen my core and shape up my backside. Remember, as with any of your goals to gain, it’s just as much about what you put into your body as what you do with your body. Five Go-to Tips to Get a Bigger Butt You need to EAT, make sure you are eating enough protein and carbs to build that muscle. Chicken is my go to for protein and I love rice, sweet potatoes or quinoa for carbs. Try to add these routinely into your diet to increase your muscle mass. Lift, and Lift Heavy! Progressive overload, when you ..read more
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International Women's Day Fearless Female Feature - Hila Plitmann
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
We’re continuing to highlight some of the *amazing* women I’ve been lucky enough to cross paths and work with in the past as we continue to celebrate International Women’s Day all month long! Each of these women have a unique story to tell - and I hope their message of perseverance, courage, and self-confidence inspire you like each of them inspire me! Hila Plitmann is a Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, and actress. Working in the music industry since she was 14 years old, Hila has learned to pursue the things that bring her joy and speak to her soul. Her message is clear, you have so ..read more
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International Women's Day Fearless Female Feature - Dr. Jen Esquer, PT, DPT
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by Crystal Fraioli
1y ago
In honor of International Women’s Day, we wanted to highlight some of the *amazing* women I’ve been lucky enough to cross paths and work with in the past. Each of these women have a unique story to tell - and I hope their message of perseverance, courage, and self-confidence inspire you like each of them inspire me! Dr. Jen Esquer, PT, DPT, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, creator of the Mobility Method and the Optimal Body, podcast host, and member of the Women’s Health Magazine Advisory Board. As a world-renowned Physical Therapist, Dr. Jen helps people overcome chronic pain and gain back t ..read more
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