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Advice From An OB/GYN Doctor About Life After Baby
Sheâs delivered more than 1500 babies, but until recently she never had one to call her own. It only takes a moment to see that mommyhood agrees with this San Diego OB/GYN, Dr. Kim Goodwin. She describes life before baby like living in black and white. When her daughter came on the scene, life became Technicolor. nnDr. Goodwin is very special to me because she delivered my first son and helped me travel down the road of infertility and treatment to have children of my own.
November 14, 2008
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How A New Mom Can Beat The Summertime Blues
Your baby is keeping you up at night. The days are a bit of a blur. Youâre going through the motions of caring for your child but you feel out of it. Or maybe youâre having a terrible week at work or at home. Whether youâre going through a tough transition or just feel blasé about your life â youâve got a case of the summertime blues. nnWhen you feel down, itâs easy to turn to food for comfort. But then of course, thereâs the vicious cycle of gaining even more
July 2, 2008
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My Husband: The Super Champ Oof Dads
I have to admit it. As a mom, I hide in the bathroom to get a few quiet minutes away from my toddler and baby. But my husband has never hid in the bathroom or anywhere else for that matter. When it comes to parenting, heâs fully engaged and relentless. nnWhen we were dating and starry-eyed, I could already see that James would be a great father. One day, we were picnicking and he asked me what I thought about having a dozen kids. I thought for sure he was joking, but he pre
June 8, 2008
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How To Look Beautiful For Your Husband Even After Baby
Is it unreasonable for your husband to want a sexy wife? What if you just had a baby and it seems like an impossible task to lose that baby belly? The stress of being a new mom can be overwhelming without thinking about losing weight and counting calories. You may be thinking, âHe should love me just as I am!â nnOn one of my Losing Weight After Baby podcasts, I talked about the husbandâs need for an attractive wife. Men are visually stimulated and itâs very important
June 8, 2008
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Save Cash By Losing Weight After Baby
Did you know that losing weight doesnât just affect your waistline? It affects your bottom line! You will actually save cold hard cash by shedding your pregnancy pounds. How? Consider these three economic motivations for losing weight after baby: nn1. Health care costs. I have a friend who has terrible knee problems because sheâs carrying extra weight. Another with diabetes. The costs of rising health insurance, prescription medicine and doctor bills add up quickly. Inste
May 12, 2008
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Skinny Europeans: One Thing American Moms Can Learn from Them
While vacationing in Yosemite National Park, I was in a long, slow moving line for the bathroom near one of the waterfalls. While waiting, I noticed a group of women ahead of me. It didnât take long to notice two things about them: they were from Europe and they were skinny. They looked fit, healthy and vibrant. What do the Europeans know that Americans donât? Maybe one of their secrets could be found in one of the ladiesâ hands. She was holding a raw carrot stick. nnNo
May 12, 2008
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Ten Ways To Treat Your Wife Right This Motherâs Day
Motherâs Day is approaching and you want to do something special for your wife. You know flowers and a meal at a nice restaurant are always welcome, but what else can you do to show your appreciation? Here are ten unique gift ideas to say âI love youâ to your wife, most of which are absolutely free! nn1. See all that laundry piled up in the basket? Surprise your spouse by doing the laundry and putting it away. Remember to separate the darks and maybe even set the washer
May 5, 2008
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Lose Your Baby Weight Without Losing Your Mind
Youâre walking in a clothing store, pushing your stroller. You catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and cringe. How did you gain so much weight and how in the world are you going to lose it? You feel overwhelmed with your relentless schedule with baby. Finding time to exercise is an utterly depressing thought. How do you lose your baby weight without losing your mind? nnTake a deep breath mom and relax. You didnât gain those pregnancy pounds overnight and you wonât
April 1, 2008
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Totally New Moms: Sleepless And Lovinâ It
For weeks, youâve gone to the bathroom three times every night, slept faithfully on your side instead of your back, and snacked in the wee hours of the morning. Making a baby is hard work, even when youâre trying to sleep. And once your prince or princess is born, the string of sleepless nights is just beginning. nnA forty-something friend has been trying unsuccessfully to have a baby for many years. Last week, she gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. When she talks about
March 10, 2008
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Beating The Postpartum Weight Loss Blues Part 2
Get the help you need to stop wallowing and start winning when it comes to losing weight. nWhen moms were asked what the most frustrating things are about losing weight after baby, they responded: nnThe lack of time and energy for working out nnHow long it takes to lose the weightnnHow much weight is still left after baby is bornnnThe body changes that take place after pregnancy nnDo these frustrations sound familiar? Facing reality of body after baby can be flat out depressi
March 10, 2008
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Date Your Mate: Ten Ideas That Work For New Moms
When baby makes three, someone is often left out. Can you guess who? Where does the new father, former star of his home, fit into this new world of round the clock feedings, diapers, and laundry? nnMothers can be very baby centered and for good reason. After all, when God creates little babies, He makes them irresistible, maybe so mothers will endure the rigors of taking care of them. nnYet even during the first months of life with baby, itâs important to nurture your marri
February 19, 2008
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Beating The Postpartum Weight Loss Blues Part 1
The frustrations of weight loss after babyâ¦where to begin? You want to exercise. Not likely youâll do it before your babyâs 5 am feeding or after the 11 pm feeding. You need to eat healthier but donât have the time to cook nutritious meals. Youâre trying to diet but the scale is not budging. nnOn the bumpy road of losing weight after baby, there are lots of postpartum potholes. Youâve been tempted more than once to just give up! But before you pull over and call i
February 19, 2008
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Losing Weight After Baby.com
Encouragement & practical advice for moms
February 12, 2008
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Losing Weight After Baby
FREE articles, weekly podcasts and resources to encourage moms who want to lose their baby weight for good. No diets or gimmicks - just motivation for lasting change. Brought to you by Arlene Pellicane, an everyday mom, who has lost her baby weight three times in her thirties.
February 8, 2008