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Finally Getting The Chance To Begin IVF

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We are giving away FIVE general admission tickets to the @thepregoexpo at @buybuybaby ‘s Long Island, Garden City, NY location.
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For anyone who is waiting for their rainbow 🌈 baby

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@lucy.drennan “3rd trimester… I forgot to add

@lucy.drennan “3rd trimester…

I forgot to add peeing every 10 minutes and never getting comfortable, whether sitting or lying down 🙃 it’s all fun and games!

And it’s also all so amazing too 🥰”

#thirdtrimester #preggers #mamatobe #mypregnancyjourney #3rdtrimester #40weekspregnant #firsttimemum #pregnantmama #journeytomotherhood

@thelittlemilkbar_ “Moms in the wild. This is me

@thelittlemilkbar_ “Moms in the wild. This is me a few days after giving birth to our sweet Mía.

Stained nursing bra.
Unwashed, unbrushed hair in a mom bun.
Mesh undies.
Clothes? Nah, I’m throwing on a robe.
Have I brushed my teeth today?

I remember feeling like a hot mess this day. But looking back at this photo, seeing the way I look at her, and the way she looks at me while looking for my boob because… it’s time to eat… reminds me that I’m her entire world. To her, I’m absolutely perfect 🥺”

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Their dad was inside. Credit: @castwins2018

Their dad was inside. Credit: @castwins2018

@laus_healthy_life “PUMPKIN LACTATION BALLS 🎃

@laus_healthy_life “PUMPKIN LACTATION BALLS 🎃

full of things like ground flaxseed, rolled oats, & the option to add brewers yeast! These balls are so filling & perfect for postpartum- save & send to your pregnant friends!

- 1-2 tbsp brewers yeast, optional* (get gluten-free if needed & use maple syrup in place of coconut sugar if using)
- 1 cup peanut, cashew or almond butter
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice or cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup rolled oats, use GF if needed

Add all of the ingredients, roll into balls & store in the fridge or freezer! “

#postpartum #postpartumjourney #lactationcookies #lactationbars #lactationballs #postpartumhealth #motherhoodunplugged

@hellochloemorgan “a tiny, wonderful girl. 🎀☁️”

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Has anyone celebrated you on your child’s birthday? Via: @pregnantchicken @wittyotter

🤫 Am I the only one that stares at their baby w

🤫 Am I the only one that stares at their baby whilst they’re sleeping? 🤫
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▪️We have the @cubobabymonitor and I couldn’t love it anymore! Where has this been hiding?!

▪️It’s given us so much peace of mind to be able to see Harry from every angle, especially since introducing his comforter.

▪️You can also go back in time to see what they did. This would be super helpful when your little one is close to rolling. This is super important when deciding whether to unwrap them, or sleep with arms out of the sleeping bag.

▪️ The monitor connects to a simple app on your phone, where you get notifications to alert you; including face covering, temperature above or below ideal level.

▪️There’s an in-built lullaby / white noise machine, which can easily be switched on through the app, with the volume adjusted accordingly.

✔️ As a physiotherapist, I love that you can see your baby’s position, to ensure safe sleeping.

Click the link in our bio to get your @cubobabymonitor

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@_akilina_ “Glimpse of a raw, truthful moment...

@_akilina_ “Glimpse of a raw, truthful moment...

I didn’t have to debate long with myself to come to the decision to post this. I like to share happy beautiful moments because that’s what I believe makes my life more colorful. But, I also admire hard and ugly moments. For they are the ones that make our life most fulfilling. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Social media is, as we already know, heavily delusional. We all struggle, we all fall, we all have our skeletons. What I honestly wish for all, is to have at least one special someone who can help you get by in your toughest moments.

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Sometimes that someone is yourself, a part of yourself that wants you to be happy, purposeful, fulfilled. I’m so beyond lucky to have a daughter that can be that person for me. She helps me acknowledge that part of myself. Despite the tears, I have so many reasons to smile and keep on going during hardest moments.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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#motherhood #raw #socialmediavsreality #reality

@karrie_locher “You’re drinking— better pump

@karrie_locher “You’re drinking— better pump and dump!”🤔

Some mamas choose not to partake in alcohol consumption while breastfeeding and that’s amazing! But I do think it’s important to know how we can do this safely when/if we choose to drink.

A few reasons why “pump and dump” is old and outdated advice:

1. Breastmilk parallels blood alcohol levels. Alcohol doesn’t sit “trapped” in the milk, but clears the milk just as it clears the bloodstream. We will talk further about this below.

2. You can always use breastmilk you don’t feel comfortable feeding your baby for other purposes! I have a separate reel on milk baths where this milk would be incredible!

🧠What we know?

Alcohol moves between the bloodstream and milk to stay balanced. It is then broken down and metabolized by the liver until no alcohol remains. When it leaves the bloodstream, it leaves the milk as well.

—Pepino MY, Steinmeyer AL, Mennella JA. Lactational State Modifies Alcohol Pharmacokinetics in Women. Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. 2007;31(6):909-918.

The highest alcohol levels in milk occur 30 to 60 minutes after an alcoholic beverage. However, # of drinks you’ve consumed, weight, and food consumption may also be a factor on “when” alcohol clears your milk.

Increasing alcohol levels can decrease oxytocin release, which can delay or inhibit letdowns. One study showed a decrease in milk intake in infants BF immediately after alcohol intake in mother by 20-23%.
—LactMed

❓Okay, okay, so what does this all mean?

Many women choose to follow the “2 hour rule”— nursing or pumping milk for their baby (this can also decrease subsequent alcohol in milk), then consuming their beverage(s), then resuming regular nursing/pumping at least 2-3 hours (for the next feeding) later. If intoxicated, it takes longer for alcohol to leave bloodstream, therefore the milk as well. It may be best to set this milk aside for reasons aside from consumption or disperse!

Infant risk center recommends that after moderate drinking, mothers feed their child when they feel “neurologically normal”. So yes, you *can* enjoy some social drinks! Do what feels best to YOU!

“I was now actively having to concentrate to bre

“I was now actively having to concentrate to breathe through contractions, trying to remind myself to stay relaxed, calm, and allow my body to do what it needed to do.”

Click the link in our bio to read @nicollefry birth story

All worth it 🤍 what are you feeling right now?

All worth it 🤍 what are you feeling right now?

credit: @sarah_bee

#pregnancy

What’s something helpful your partner does durin

What’s something helpful your partner does during your pregnancy??

Reel by: @carlaandlarry

How do you relieve stress from your running to do

How do you relieve stress from your running to do list?
Credit: @spinach4breakfast
Audio: @honestly.kaitlyn

@happy_girl_bri “Yesterday I told a friend who’s children are older than me. “I know I’m creating bad habits, but...” And she didn’t let me finish and said “screw all of that, you hold that baby!” Almost a month postpartum over here, yet only one week home with our baby. Right now, in these moments we both need this comfort, we need moms heartbeat. My friend was there to stop me from explaining myself yesterday. And I’m here to tell you, you don’t need a reason like “we spent 3 weeks in & out of the nicu, and he is recovering from traumatic surgery.”whatever your WHY is, you don’t have to explain yourself either. You hold that baby. Our therapist said when parenting the most important thing to remember is bonding and boundaries. In the beginning, you’ll put a big emphasis on bonding and throw boundaries out the window. As the baby ages and grows into a “kid” that’s when you gain that healthy balance of boundaries & bonding. But in the beginning, hold that baby.”

The audacity! Credit: @hannaehenderson

The audacity! Credit: @hannaehenderson

How amazing are our bodies?! If you’re pregnant,

How amazing are our bodies?! If you’re pregnant, how many weeks are you ?

Credit: @sheis.elle

@awerkingmama “Let’s encourage your body to go

@awerkingmama “Let’s encourage your body to go into labor.

Allow spontaneous labor rather than medical induction for the best #laboranddelivery possible. I’m not saying that being induced is bad but what I am saying is that we should try our best to avoid disrupting this natural process.

That being said, I know many of you who are 36+ weeks are probably feeling OVER IT. Trust me, I was just there.

Here are some of my favorite ways to prepare your body for labor and potentially induce labor:

1️⃣ Oxytocin/Sex: #oxytocin is the love ❤️ hormone and is how labor begins and progresses. This can happen through physical touch, feel good things, kissing, sex and nipple stimulation. Not only that, sperm contains the only natural #prostaglandin which helps our cervix soften for labor.

2️⃣ Induction Massage/Acupressure Points: Did you know there were #acupressure points that could induce labor in your body? Having an induction massage scheduled for your due date or after could help your body naturally go into labor!

3️⃣ Exercise: Yes - get up and move! Exercise and movements that will open up the pelvis and help baby engage could encourage baby to come sooner. Squats, lunging and walking are all great options.

4️⃣ Miles Circuit/Curb Walking: Want to help baby engage in the proper position? The Miles Circuit and curb walking can help baby engage into the pelvis or help encourage baby to get into an optimal position for labor.

5️⃣ Nipple Stimulation: Pumping or manual stimulation can be very effective in inducing labor. It can help your body release oxytocin and help your uterus begin contractions.

6️⃣ Birth Tinctures/Red Raspberry Leaf Tea: I swear by these. You can drink RRL throughout your pregnancy and start your tincture around 35/36 weeks. They’ve been said to help shorten labor as well.

*Always discuss with your provider before beginning anything new.

Keep in mind that this process takes time and while you may not see the immediate effects, it’s doing it’s job and your body will respond when it’s ready.

Release control and stress. Enjoy these last moments. You’ll meet your baby soon ❤️

Waitlist for Werk Your Birth opens Friday!”

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