Adrienne of Stylish Bump talks about her dilemma—to go for another child, or is her family already complete?
From multitasking to superhuman speed to making babies and feeding said babies with our bodies—we are powerful mamas.
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It's a good day to have a good day. Starting a family can break your heart. It can give you the tingles (or a full-blown orgasm—your choice). It can focus your mind at work. It can give you strength you didn't even know you had. This is just the very beginning of parenthood's many transformations. Motherhood is going to look amazing on you. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Speaking of looking amazing, check out the lingerie we love for hot baby-making sex. You wild thang.
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1. ‘None of my clothes fit’
Even those who love their work and are excited for the return can feel conflicted about leaving their little ones.
If you are planning to become pregnant, it is a good idea to have a preconception care checkup.
I'm not telling you it's going to be easy, I'm telling you it's going to be worth it. Things that make us happy: Netflix marathons, Nutella, our best friends' baby pics and dreaming about creating a family. Things that keep us healthy: staying mentally positive, exercise-induced endorphins, baby-making "practice" (it boosts your immune system!) and avoiding toxins while TTC. Your body is a wonderland—and soon it will be a baby's home! XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Have you listened to our Spotify baby-making playlist yet? It. Is. FIRE. Dim the lights, turn on the tunes and make a baby.
Emotional support goes a long way.
1. Examine your career goals—then rock them
Hello gorgeous. Out with the old and in with the new! New attitude about your AMAZING body (what's up, magical baby-maker?), new take on working motherhood (long story short, you're kind of a boss), new lingerie to make you feel sexy when you're TTC. Motherhood is a whole new world and we're so excited for you to join us. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. New way to double your pleasure while TTC? Try the Liberator wedge—a pillow that props you up during sex. Your sex life will thank you.
Smart advice on how to make a smooth transition into your newest job.
Trying to make a baby? Well, that can be stressful, confusing—and seriously exciting. We're going to let you in on a little secret: You can do hard things. ? Getting pregnant? That can be challenging. Transitioning from "just the two of us" to a family? Not gonna lie—it can be tough. Getting in shape for pregnancy? Our head says "Gym" but our heart says "Netflix!" WHY IS THIS SO HARD? One of the greatest lessons of motherhood is that you are so very capable of the hard stuff. It doesn't get easier. You just get stronger. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Want to make your marriage stronger before you two become parents? Babyproof your marriage with our online class taught by inspiring relationship expert Vienna Pharaon. It's called Love it: How to go from a happy couple to a joyful family. You'll get digital video lessons, date-night discussion guides and a road map to your happily ever after.
“She tells me how grateful she is for my service in the line of duty, and I honestly feel honored to be able to help her fight through this.”
The good news: The odds to make a baby are overwhelmingly on your side.
“Let's get it on". We have so been there: analyzing every cramp and nipple tingle and vague feeling of nausea for evidence that THERE'S A BABY IN THERE. Buying pregnancy tests in bulk to get the earliest possible plus sign. Jotting down potential baby names because it never hurts to think ahead, right? It's a sign, mama. You're ready. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. We know it's hard to keep your head up when getting pregnant takes longer than you hoped. Just remember that 90% of reproductive-age women are able to get pregnant on their own, and most women who seek help for infertility go on to give birth. It's go time.
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