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Flying with Your Baby

Traveling with a new baby and all of their clothes, diapers, toys, strollers, car seats and ‘stuff’ can be a little overwhelming. Here are few tips to make it easier.

Think about how long you will be traveling and be sure to bring enough diapers. Newborns can wet right through down to their blankets.
If you’re going to grandmas’ house, or any destination regularly, you can leave supplies there, that way you don’t need to travel with so much gear. Speaking of so much gear, if you’re struggling with the expense of everything you need to buy for travelling with a baby, check out Shopppok.com where you can look for local classifieds. It’s a great way to save a bit of money. Try to cut down on the amount you buy too; it can be tempting to get everything that’s recommended to you but every mother eventually tailors their own system.
If you are going to be gone for an extended period, organize things in separate bags that fit inside one bag. Color-coded, or clear bags, can come in handy. An inexpensive box of zip lock baggies in different sizes from the grocery store will do well. This is where a good diaper bag comes in handy. It should have enough room to carry everything you need whilst also making it easy to grab things in a rush. For some reviews of the best diaper bags out there check out mommyhood101.
Pack clothing items for the flight in a small carry-on bag along with crackers and something baby can drink. Check the rest of your baggage, especially if it is a non-stop flight.
When planning your plane trip make sure that you leave a half an hour earlier than you would normally. Checking the stroller at the gate is much more convenient. It will be waiting for you when you arrive at your destination. This could be the time to invest in a car seat that pops in and out of a stroller. You may find a stroller similar to this on websites such as Stroller Buzz, (www.strollerbuzz.com) so that you find traveling with a baby a lot easier. Check with the airline as they all have different policies on bags and strollers. When taking off or landing having the baby nurse or suck on a bottle will help with the pressure in the ears and keep baby more quiet and comfortable.

Before you leave (for a short trip or long), check for a clean diaper, see that food jar lids are tight, and that you have the right clothes for the season. Bring a sling or snuggly for carrying baby to free up your hands for carrying bags and pulling luggage.

While visiting, bringing 2-3 diapers for an hour trip to a store is plenty, along with an extra blanket, one change of clothes, a bottle, crackers or food jars, and a few toys. Don’t forget baby wipes for quick clean ups and a baggie to put the soiled items in.

Remember to be patient and to expect the unexpected. Don’t worry, you’ll figure out what works for you. AND don’t forget Mothers special Blend for sore nipples, diaper rash, and Mom and baby massage.

Fashion or Comfort?

iStock_000006847164With a new baby on the way and a changing body you might be trading comfort for fashion for the first time. Keep these fashion tips in mind when shopping:

  • Your shoe size might be increasing so don’t spend too much on shoes, but find at least one comfortable, supportive walking shoe. Walking is great exercise. Relax in the evening and ask your partner to give you a foot massage. Keep Mother’s Special Blend handy for this necessary treat.
  • Look in your wardrobe for items that can be expanded with a little ingenuity. Think hair tie looped through your button hole onto your button to increase your waistband. Or a shoelace threaded through your jeans. A long cami for support and comfort, covered with a loose top or a short robe for a jacket.
  • Borrow clothes from a friend that wears a larger size. Check out a charity shop for classy bargains. Treat yourself to a special maternity outfit that you will wear for special occasions, one that you can wear for more than one pregnancy or for a special keepsake.
  • Fashion for the new mom from head to toe starts with a supportive bra. This is the time to ask for help from a foundation expert. Many department stores offer fittings as a free service. Some bras are good expanding all the way through nursing.
  • Next is your expanding belly and a comfortable fit. We recommend two items to build your wardrobe on. First is a pair of pregnancy jeans, the other a black skirt with an elastic waistband that you can dress up or down with a top and scarf or two. This is the time to pamper yourself and help prevent stretch marks with Mother’s Special Blend skin toning oil. Apply after a bath or shower on tummy thighs, legs, buttocks, and breasts. Keeping your skin moisturized and soft is key to preventing stretch marks.

Pregnancy and Where You Get Your Nutrients

Vitamin supplements or vitamin rich foods?

Even when you have a diet with all of the veggies and fruit you can consume you might need some vitamins to supplement your diet. Ask your health care practitioner what the best prenatal vitamin is and then see what your local health food stores offer.

Natural sources of needed vitamins and nutrients:

Calcium – for strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps your circulatory, muscular, and nervous systems run normally. Dairy products are the richest source of calcium. Many fruit juices and breakfast cereals are fortified with calcium, too.

Folate and folic acid — help prevent birth defects. You need at least 400mc daily
(always check for this on your prenatal  vitamin list of ingredients and adjust the amount with your health care provider, as this nutrient keeps your babies spine and nerves healthy )

Fortified cereals are great sources of folic acid. Leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, and dried beans and peas are good sources of naturally occurring folate.

Vitamin D3 — Help build your baby’s bones and teeth and keep your bones strong too.
Fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, are great sources of vitamin D3. Other options include fortified milk and orange juice.

ALWAYS drink lots of water.

Have fun learning about and choosing the right foods. The internet is a great resource for information that can make you feel confident that you are supporting you and your baby.

Not Sleeping like a baby ?

1414088_32708912Here are a few tips for when you can’t get to sleep:

  • Be active everyday, getting your exercise early
  • A warm bath with candles will wind you down
  • Eating a small amount of yogurt or drinking a cup of camomile tea can help keep you from getting hungry during the night
  • Meditate with gentle music that will lull you to sleep
  • Make sure to turn off screens at least 30 minutes before bed (tv, computers, phones)
  • Dimming the lights and listening to soothing music can help make your space conducive to sleep

 

Date Night

happy_couple_by_nicubunuHaving a special date night each week is a must have to maintain the close bond with your partner. Remember they are on the outside wanting to help you anyway they can, and don’t always know how. Share as much of the wonderful things you are experience with your body as you can. Let them into your world so they can experience a bond with your baby as well.

Even after the little one arrives, share the care taking and closeness of being a parent with your partner. They don’t have the maternal bond, so it’s important for them to form a bond of their own. And be there for each other! Even if it’s only a few minutes, take time to show appreciation for each other.

Healthy Eats – Muffin Recipe

Its always good to have something healthy available that can double as a quick breakfast or filling snack.  I recently discovered this muffin recipe and absolutely love it.  It’s packed with energy and the main ingredient is nutrient rich buckwheat flour, which also happens to be gluten free.  Bananas offer a little something sweet, carrots give a little texture, and flax seeds provide your omega-3s.

Check out the recipe here:

http://www.sheletthemeatcake.com/2010/02/m-c-s-buckwheat-muffins/

Your Breasts during Pregnancy

dreamstime_18551509Expect your breasts to become a bit swollen during pregnancy. In fact, this is one of the earlier signs that you are pregnant! Hormonal changes cause increased blood flow, and several months into pregnancy, your body will begin producing milk in preparation for your baby.

As your breasts change and become larger, make sure that you continue to be comfortable by buying bras in a size that fits. Many bra stores offer free fittings, and this might be just the thing to help you choose a size that will offer good support and comfort. Cotton bras or bras with fewer seams and perhaps even without underwire may be a good choice.

If you are purchasing a bra later in pregnancy, or if you purchase a nursing specific bra, consider finding one that fits when the clasps are at their tightest. You will be able to loosen or tighten this bra so that it fits well throughout the day.

You may also notice that your breasts and nipples become more sensitive. This again is due to hormonal changes and swelling of your breasts. Use some Mother’s Special Blend on your breasts to keep your skin toned and soft!

5 Things to Enjoy During the Holiday Season

The Holidays are here and are often a special time to visit with friends and family.  At special events, look around and you will see the caring faces of people who will be there to help you raise your baby.  Take care of yourself this holiday seasons and break out of your normal routine. There are so many things to enjoy over the holidays!

  • Nutritious foods. Good homemade foods that fit the season. There are so many new and traditional dishes, and good company and special foods always make a meal more fun.  Enjoy a nice variety of nourishment for you and baby.
  • Good company and conversation. Spend some extra time with family and friends.  These people will be excited for you and your new family.  It is often very mentally nourishing to spend time with people that are important in your life.
  • Pampering body care. Being pregnant is a great excuse to take extra special care of your body and health.
    • After a nice meal, get everyone out for a walk.  Take in some fresh air, get the blood moving and stretch out your legs.
    • Take a warm bath.  A good soak will be relaxing and can sooth your muscles.  Use some Mother’s Special Blend afterwards for silky soft skin!
    • Catch some extra ZZZZs!  If you’ve been super busy recently, indulge in a nap or sleep in a little longer.  Good rest is important for a happy you and a healthy baby.
  • Books and movies. If you are in a cold climate for the holidays, take advantage of extra time to catch a movie or read a good book.
  • Local attractions and events. Check out local attractions or events.  If you’re traveling, this is a good opportunity to see more of a different place.  If you’re at home, its still a good chance to do or see something that’s outside of your normal routine.  It can also be a fun way to visit with friends and family by getting out of the house and doing something new.

Be thankful for all of the good things around you.  Surround yourself with positive experiences and thoughts.

~ Best wishes for the holiday season from Mothers Special Blend

3 Benefits of Coconut Oil for Your Skin

coconutOne of the main ingredients in Mother’s Special Blend is coconut oil. In addition to providing an appealing and gentle scent, coconut oil heals, protects and beatifies the skin in a couple major ways.

  • Protects against damage. Coconut oil both softens the skin and protects against damage. It does this by preventing free-radical formation and protection from free radicals. It aids in prevention of blemishes.
  • Helps skin heal and repair. Coconut oil helps the skin heal and repair. It does this by aiding in removal of dead skin. As dead skin falls away, the coconut oil is better able to penetrate deeply to soften and strengthen the skin layers. Cracked skin, Athlete’s Foot, and scarring are all things that you may want to address as part of your skincare regime. Herbal-based topical products, like those from Quantum Health (https://quantumhealth.com/), may be able to help you fix these things, rejuvenate your skin, and achieve your skin goals. Nobody wants to endure the discomfort or pain of dry, cracked, and flaking skin and so working out a strategy to combat this can help you power through the day ahead with confidence.
  • Keeps skin supple and strong for a youthful look. Coconut oil is absorbed into the cell structure of connective tissues. These connective tissues give our skin strength and elasticity. Coconut oil keeps them supple and prevents sagging or wrinkling. Through its use, skin can become more evenly textured and exhibit a healthy shine.

Coconut oil is absorbed into the skin and does not wash away when bathing like water or vegetable oil based lotions. It does not leave a greasy feeling. Mother’s Special blend has incorporated coconut oil into their products and mothers have been using and benefiting from these now for 35 years.

Good Morning Breakfast!

oatmealBreakfast is one of the most important meals of the day.  It revs up your metabolism and gives you the energy needed to get your day going.  Here’s a quick, easy and tasty recipe to put a smile on your face.

Coconut and Flaxseed Oatmeal:

  • ½ C Oatmeal
  • 1 T Flaxseed meal
  • 1 T Coconut oil
  • Dash of sea salt

Cook your oatmeal either in the microwave or stovetop depending on preference.  Add Coconut oil and Flaxseed meal.

For some flavor and texture variation, add one or a few of your favorite: fresh or frozen berries, banana, honey, jam, chopped nuts, raisins, agave syrup or coconut flakes.

To keep flaxseed fresh, store it in the refrigerator.  You may also consider buying whole flaxseeds and then grinding your own in a coffee grinder every several days to help preserve freshness.

Health Benefits for You and Baby:

  • Flaxseed is a good source of fiber, lignans, and alpha linolenic acid (ALA).  It improves digestion, and offers a good source of energy.  It also helps fight “the Blues.”  Check out more benefits for flaxseed here: http://www.flaxhealth.com/howflaxhelps.htm
  • Coconut oil contains medium chain fatty acids, or medium chain triglycerides (MCTs).  These are different from longer chain fatty acids which are found in other plant-based oils.  MCTs burn up quickly.  They help stoke the internal fire and raise the body’s metabolism.  Coconut oil also promotes good health.  One of the MCTs in coconut oil is lauric acid.  When lauric acid is consumed, it destroys several bacteria and viruses.
  • Oats are a good source of many nutrients including vitamin E, zinc, selenium, copper, iron, manganese and magnesium.  They also provide some protein.  Oatmeal is a good source of fiber which helps regulate cholesterol and aids in digestion.
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