Self-Care: Health and Wellness Guide for Moms
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Health & Wellness

The ultimate destination for positive mental & physical conditioning for you and your entire family. Because self-care isn’t selfish.

The Ugly Side of Running Postpartum

5 things you need to know before your first post-labor run.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Say Goodbye to Pregnancy Headaches

9 strategies to ward off pregnancy headaches, sans meds.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

3 Exercises for Your Pelvic Floor

A pelvic floor primer, plus 3 simple moves to keep it in shape.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The doctor is in: 5 things research says really help you lose the baby weight

#1. Gestational weight gain. It’s related to postpartum weight retention more than 15 years after giving birth!

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Mamaste—7 fun, easy yoga poses to add to your day with your little ones

Staying active while mothering is not an easy task. These 7 poses will help you incorporate movement into your day. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

14 Prenatal and Postnatal Uses For Coconut Oil

Here's how coconut oil can make a big difference during pregnancy and postpartum.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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3 important ways to take care of you—and not just baby

It is essential to carve out time for yourself to recharge—for your good, and the good of your family.

Updated Dec. 08, 2021

I’ve Got Gestational Diabetes. Now What?

7 tips to help you manage gestational diabetes during pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
The best thing you can do for your child? Take care of you

The best thing you can do for your child? Take care of you

Motherhood does not mean always putting your children’s—or anyone else’s—needs before your own.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023
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The two self-care questions that can help mamas recharge

Your children need you to take care yourself. 

Updated Apr. 02, 2023

NYC’s Best Prenatal Yoga Teachers Share their Favorite Moves

A portrait series and prenatal vinyasa sequence that will leave you breathless.

Updated Feb. 01, 2023

Wellness Spotlight: Amanda Freeman

SLT’s founder (and single mama) shares her top healthy advice.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Why am I not losing weight when I breastfeed?

"They" say breastfeeding makes you skinny. Are "they" right?

Updated Apr. 26, 2022
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The 12-Hour Mom Workout

(Who Needs a Gym When You Have Young Kids?)

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Bookmark this: The Squeaky Clean Cheat Sheet

Keep your home non-toxic and your baby’s skin safe with this easy and important info.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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8 reasons prenatal vitamins are good for your future baby

You can promote baby’s health and development before you are even pregnant.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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Mom + baby yoga: 4 best poses to try with baby

Four easy ways to say “Namaste” to your infant.

Updated Dec. 14, 2021
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6 steps to create change in yourself—with your partner’s support

Creating big change can be tough for anyone, but having a supportive and loving partner is key.

Updated Apr. 15, 2023

How some stress can help you—and your baby—flourish

Devise the perfect plan to promote motor and social development in your soon-to-be babe.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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How to include your little one into your yoga practice—8 mommy + me poses

Forget the yoga mat, the play mat will do just fine! 

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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