This post is sponsored by Depend® but all opinions are my own. You probably spent a TON of time worrying about what to have on hand for baby - but have you thought about yourself mama?? There are a few essentials I recommend having on hand for when you get home from the hospital. 1. A huge water bottle with a straw. You are going to be soooooo thirsty! Your body has gone through a huge shift of fluid after the delivery of your baby. You … [Read more...]
Home Decor Picks from the Nordstrom Sale
If it were up to me, I would be redecorating our house from top to bottom right now - well...except Mason's room because it is the only room I have designed from scratch since we moved here!! BUT since we are going to be moving in about a year, we are working on getting rid of things instead of acquiring new home goods. I spent a good chunk of the day perusing the Nordstrom Sale today day dreaming about our future home, which will be where … [Read more...]
Doctor Mommy, MD’s 2018 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Picks!
Last year, I was pregnant at this time - so I didn't get to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale because I was growing by the minute. (Okay, I got a pair of booties but that's it!) This year, I couldn't wait for the sale to start and I finally got my shipment this week! Below are my top picks for mama, home, and baby! I couldn't resist getting matching Nike's for me and Mason! Let me know what you ended up … [Read more...]
The Final Weeks of Pregnancy!
The last two weeks of pregnancy were such a blur to me! The majority of it was spent nesting like a mad woman, working my last few shifts, and trying to sneak in a few moments for myself. I felt pretty overwhelmed, like every spare minute I had was spent preparing for the little man. There were boxes all over the house, gifts scattered in every room (which we were SO grateful for), baby stuff we didn’t have set up yet or even know what to do … [Read more...]
Is CrossFit Safe During Pregnancy?
Disclaimer: This post is not intended as medical advice. I am a doctor, but I am not your doctor! I have personally had a healthy pregnancy and was active in CrossFit for about four years before getting pregnant. Every situation and pregnancy is different so please consult your doctor for guidance whenever starting an exercise program. There is SO much misinformation out there about what women are able to do during pregnancy. What upsets me … [Read more...]