UrbanBaby Buzz
You’ve turned green with eco-friendliness when it comes to anything for your newborn. But what about your skin?
Honeydew’s maternity skincare is paraben and preservative-free, and full of natural ingredients like calendula, evening primrose and oats that will get you through those precious months. Try the clean-smelling belly balm that glides on deodorant-style, or the soothing leg and foot lotion scented with a hint of mint.
It’ll suit you.
Available at honeydewskincare.com.
During pregnancy you take things like prenatal vitamins and broccoli with a grain of salt. Too bad your favorite drinks are all on the forbidden list.
Martinis and diet soda may be out, but Bellybar’s new shakes (in Vanilla Dreams and Due for Chocolate) actually taste pretty good. The milkshake-like flavor (minus that icky chalky taste) has got prenatal nutrients (folic acid, calcium, protein) key for pregnancy and during nursing. Pop one in the fridge and celebrate your own cocktail hour.
Bottoms up.
Visit nutrabella.com.
Do you know there are 31 days dedicated to your blossoming belly?
Not only is Mother’s Day on the way, but May is now Pregnancy Awareness Month, as declared by Anna Getty. In honor of PAM, check out some of these recently released books on fertility, the first trimester and beyond:
The Joy of Pregnancy: The Complete, Candid, and Reassuring Companion for Parents-to-Be
Author Tori Krupp, R.N., a childbirth educator and perinatal nurse, emphasizes what’s normal, fun and even funny about pregnancy. The month-by-month format tracks developments, concerns and expectations.
Opting In: Having a Child Without Losing Yourself
Amy Richards delves into the relationship between motherhood and feminism. She writes: “The most pressing political concern isn’t choosing work or family, but finding some way to reconcile our seemingly conflicting ambitions.”
Perfect Hormone Balance for Fertility: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Pregnant
This third title from hormone specialist Dr. Robert Greene empowers couples to take an active role in their fertility future. The book tackles specific diet and lifestyle changes to maximize health while trying to conceive.
Now that you’re pregnant, happy hour has morphed into naptime.
Instead of skipping cocktails, become a mixology master with Margarita Mama: Mocktails for Moms-to-Be. Recipes for more than 60 alcohol-free, pregnancy-appropriate drinks — with names like Shake Your Booties and Trimester Tini — are perfect for a baby shower or girls’ night in.
Available online at amazon.com.
