When my mom passed away from breast cancer 3 1/2 years ago, my whole world turned upside down. My youngest son, Wyatt was only 11 months old when it happened. Somehow, I was supposed to hold it altogether but being that I’m a stay at home mom with a husbands busy schedule, I had to be strong and care for my son. The depression took over my life like a 2 year old tantrum that never stops. How would I be able to grieve this horrible loss, while caring for a carefree beautiful child and dealing with horrible hormones as I found out I was pregnant with my second son, Wesley? The guilt sank in entirely, and I lost myself. My poor husband,...
Sexy Nursing Bras?! Written By Jamisyn Smith at Desert Moms Blog Where are my nursing moms at? We deal with a lot. Fluctuating hormone levels, no sleep, ever-changing boob sizes, and let's not even start on the healing process after childbirth. Some of us have lady bits that seem to resemble a scene from a gory horror movie, while some of us are recovering from a large incision cut across our lower abdomen and even laughing causes us pain. No matter which camp we find ourselves in, we all end up wondering the same thing, "Will I ever feel like me again?" Just a few weeks ago, my husband walked in the room as I was putting on my nursing...
Sure, after a baby the last thing you’re thinking of is sex. Babies change everything—especially how you feel about yourself. Despite the fact of how that baby was created, getting your sexy body and confidence back isn’t something that happens right away, especially if you suffered from Postpartum depression. It’s normal to have some insecurities—you’re not alone. Besides, you’re probably not going to be in the mood to have sex after the numerous things a new mom has to worry about when you’re breastfeeding: latching on and achieving let-down, engorgement, cracked nipples, mastitis, sleepless nights, and several changed diapers. You’re dealing with incredible stress and exhaustion, which definitely doesn’t help with your sex drive. You may be experiencing the...
So many people google "Do I REALLY need nursing tanks?" Are you pregnant, fantisizing about meeting your new baby soon, but also stressed if you have everything ready? Well, you're not alone! One thing that is on your hospital bag list is a nursing bra and camisole. But why? Well, it’s because breastfeeding is highly encouraged for the first minutes of life. As you see everywhere, there are numerous articles about the benefits and importance of breastfeeding for your baby’s health, which can also be a bit intimating and overwhelming. It is no piece of cake, let me tell you. Between breastfeeding sessions, sore nipples, dirty diapers, sleepless nights, and other daily responsibilities, I know that you have a chaotic, new mom, busy schedule. So to make breastfeeding quick and easy,...
Brands like Oh La Lari – which does maternity lingerie – feature comfortable, feminine and tasteful designs. No dull-looking duds here. Finally, beautiful bralette and bras for nursing mothers! Their bras and bralettes have soft lace detailing, no underwire, removable pads and optional racer-back straps for more support. The collection also comes in three timeless and practical colours, namely nude, French grey and black.
