Mommy Talk / From Erin

The Benefits of a Few Extra Pounds

I gained 35 pounds with pregnancy. It would  have easily been 40 or 45, except that I missed out on that last month of pregnancy. Now that the baby is here, the long-term goal is to get back to that magical pre-baby weight. I say “long-term goal”... Continue reading...

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Raising Awareness: Congenital Heart Defects

Inspiring stories are always hitting the FBB and FBG in-boxes. We started sharing Reader Success Stories so that we could keep the circle of inspiration going. It was only a matter of time before the stories started rolling in on the baby end of the spectrum,... Continue reading...

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Postpartum Workouts? Hardy Har Har.

After months of being physically limited by pregnancy, I was sure that I’d want to jump right back onto the fitness wagon. Boy, did I underestimate the physical toll of having and taking care of a new baby! Even though I may be out of shape, I have... Continue reading...

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The Dirty Secrets of Childbirth

When I was pregnant, I desperately wanted to know the dirty details of labor and delivery. I wanted to know what to expect, what I was in for. I wanted to know what I should expect from recovery and when I’d start feeling like myself again. I wanted... Continue reading...

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Early Arrival

Hey strangers! I’ve been laying pretty low lately since the birth of my little girl. As you can imagine, I’ve been extremely busy—and sleep deprived. I’m slowly getting back in the groove though and have lots of stories to tell. But... Continue reading...

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Battling the Baby Blues

Adding a little bundle of joy to your family should be the happiest time of your life. But for some women, it’s simply not. While the majority of women (70 percent, according to ScienceDaily) experience some sort of “baby blues,” soon... Continue reading...

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The Case of the Great Big Belly Cover-Up

Doesn’t that headline sound like the title of a great Nancy Drew mystery? Really, it’s the title of my life right now. As my belly grows increasingly rotund, I’m having increasing difficulties covering it up. And as I inch closer and... Continue reading...

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Cleaning Up the Potty Mouth

I’ve been diligent in trying to be the best mom I can be, even before my baby arrives. I’ve kept active by trying new prenatal workout DVDs, walking, gardening, and helping the hubby with a billion-and-one home improvement projects. I’ve... Continue reading...

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Invasion of the Body Snatcher

At some point during pregnancy, you realize you have no control. Sure, you can control how much you exercise. And how much you eat. And how much you try to rest. But there are many, many, many things that happen to your mind and body that you just can’t... Continue reading...

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A Bumpy Body Image

At 30 weeks pregnant, I can honestly say that I love my pregnant body. Sure, I’ll be glad to be a little less clumsy . And it’ll be nice to be able to bend over and tie my shoes with ease again. Not to mention take care of my bikini line, which I... Continue reading...

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