After my second baby was born, I learned that it may be possible to prevent morning sickness using proper prenatal nutrition. Turns out that the standard recommendation to take prenatal vitamins for three months before conception is just a bare-bones insurance plan. While I would have preferred not feeling awful for the first few months of pregnancy,
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My 3 Top Tips For Morning Sickness Relief
Everybody’s got advice for pregnant ladies. When it comes to morning sickness relief, expectant mamas have heard it all. Eat some crackers. Hang in there – it’s a normal part of pregnancy! Don’t suffer, take the drugs. Enjoy it! The more sick you feel, the stronger your pregnancy is. Deal with your resistance to the
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How I Finally Lost the Baby Weight (And You Can Too)
Note: I’ve gotta confess that it feels pretty vulnerable posting a story about my own weight loss and body image issues, and I’ve been blogging long enough to know that not everyone will agree with or appreciate my experience that I’ve shared below. To those readers, I wish you the best, and I hope you’ll
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Why NOT to get a flu shot during pregnancy
My patients are smart, open-minded women. They don’t take decisions about their health lightly, yet I am surprised by the number of pregnant women I know who get a flu vaccine without a second thought. Pharmaceutical companies and doctors are pushing hard for the flu shot during pregnancy. Why? Is this protection necessary? I’ve written
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Books by Emily Bartlett
Unfortunately you’re missed out on the ebook bundle sales, but the good news is that my ebooks are packed with value for a great price. Personally, I’m pleased as punch thta my over-priced English degree has going to good use. I’ve combined my love of writing with my passion for healthy living to bring you the
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Treating Hypothyroidism And Infertility
[This guest post about hypothyroidism and infertility was written by Laura Erlich, co-author of our book, Feed Your Fertility. Laura practices Chinese medicine in Los Angeles and is board certified in reproductive medicine. You can read more at her blog Mothernurturela.com.] The thyroid is a small, butterfly shaped gland that sits in your throat, governing the way every cell in
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10 Ways To Optimize A Vegetarian Diet For Fertility & Pregnancy
When it comes to preparing for baby-making, a vegetarian diet for fertility has its challenges. This is especially so if you’re vegan. I have worked with countless vegan and vegetarian women in my practice who found their plant-based food choices were no longer adequate when they were trying to conceive or to maintain a healthy pregnancy
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Will the Royal Baby Have Less Birth Intervention than U.S. Babies?
While I’m not one for watching the news, I still appreciated this little clip about the differences between British and U.S. birth. Unlike U.S. Birth Standards, in the U.K…. Prenatal care is free Most women use midwives instead of obstetricians (though Dutchess Kate is using two OB’s!) There is more of an emphasis on natural
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Your Children’s Future Successes May Depend On Birth Spacing
What’s the best number of years between siblings? Ask most folks this question, and you’re bound to get discussions about rivalry, companionship, and the challenges of parenting children of similar or varying ages. But did you know that proper birth spacing can affect not only the health of your children and yourself, but also your children’s
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Want to Get Pregnant & Have a Healthy Baby?
Some couples just seem to glance at each other and end up with a bun in the oven. For everyone else, it’s important to grasp the basics of how to get pregnant so you can turn fun-and-tumble sex into successful baby-making with the least amount of stress. How to get pregnant – 6 essentials for couples trying
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3 Surprising Foods To Boost Fertility
I’ve been loving my friend Kristen’s new book, Beautiful Babies. Though nutrient-dense eating is not new to me, I’ve learned all sorts of fascinating ideas and facts. Here’s just one: Did you know that healthy traditional cultures often began preparing six months to one year prior to conception with foods to boost fertility? It’s true.
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Extended Breastfeeding May Not Be Smart For Older Moms Who Want Another Baby
I sit in my office with a woman before me – a mother to a toddler who is still breastfeeding. She and her husband are trying for baby number two, month after month with no luck. She’s only nursing a couple of times per day plus when her little one is sick or hurt or
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