How to Exercise During Each Trimester of Pregnancy

Michelle Chiafulio
September 24, 2014

Did you know that those who are active throughout their pregnancy have more endurance and flexibility within labor? Below, we share some of our staff’s recommendations for strengthening your core, increasing your flexibility and improving your stamina. Keep in mind that talking to your health care provider is always a good idea, before taking on strenuous activity during pregnancy. Feeling like you’re out of alignment, to begin with? Katy Says is an excellent resource to get you started. Running First trimester: during your first trimester your baby’s major organs are forming, and …

How Will Your Sex Life Change During Pregnancy?

Michelle Chiafulio
September 13, 2014

Have you heard that sex during pregnancy is potentially harmful for your baby? Nothing could be further from the truth. With amniotic fluid and your cervix safely protecting your baby, your blood volume increasing by about 40%, and yourbreasts growing to about four times their usual size, we recommend that you enjoy (and explore!) your changing body over the coming months. It’s important to remember that sex in pregnancy can be different for everyone, and change at different times throughout the pregnancy. Below, are some of our tried and true recommendations to enjoying this unique shift in sexuality during pregnancy: 1. Your Body …

5 Tricks to Get your Little Ones to Sleep

Michelle Chiafulio
September 7, 2014

According to the National Sleep Foundation, most children have spent more time asleep than awake by the age of 2. Not to mention, kids will spend about 40% of their time asleep during childhood. Needless to say, sleep is an incredibly part of your little one’s life - not to mention vital to their mental and physical development! Get on the Same Page as Your Partner Sleep routines, in particular, are important to set alongside your partner. Do you have concerns about how it will affect mealtimes, babysitters, continuing to get time alone without your kids? Talk …