Great Organic Pregnancy Essentials

As I enter the middle of my third trimester in my third pregnancy (don't come after me, environmentalists), I'm trying to do my best to not only take care of my baby but also myself. For me, that means seeking out organic products and remedies that actually work and make life a … [Read more...]

Mindful Mama: Good News for Mom, Baby and the Planet

I was happy to hear about the launch of a new magazine for mamas who care about the environment and healthful living, called Mindful Mama Magazine. The magazine, which will be available through health care practitioners, at bookstores, boutiques and natural food stores in July, … [Read more...]

Natural Pregnancy: 3 Nurturing Tips for New Dads

If mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy! I heard that saying many times before I saw the truth in it. When a woman is pregnant and her body is working overtime, she'll love you for taking the time to nurture her. A lot of new dads don't really understand the changes that are … [Read more...]

Announcing the Labor of Love Winners

Thank you to all of our writers, guest writers, and readers that shared their birth stories as part of our Labor of Love series. It's been a difficult week for me with wildfires surrounding my home, and the birth stories provided me with moments of respite and love. From VBACS … [Read more...]

Labor of Love: From The Hips: A Comprehensive, Open-Minded, Uncensored, Totally Honest Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and Becoming a Parent

I am a closet Chick-lit lover. Although I love reading the classics such as Doesteovsky, Maugham, and Hesse (my favorite writer); sometimes I need an easy and light reading that doesn't need a dictionary as a companion. So it's no surprise that I would totally take to the From … [Read more...]