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Get the Bod: Tori Spelling Post-Pregnancy
After seeing photos of Jessica Alba's rockin' body just two months after she gave birth, Tori Spelling's initial reaction was disbelief that she, too, would be able to quickly bounce back to her pre-pregnancy weight. Tori had gained 50 pounds during her second pregnancy, and after giving birth just six months ago, the mother of two is sporting a teeny bikini in In Touch magazine.
Six months is longer than the time it took Jessica Alba to shed her baby weight, but losing weight is not a race.
Fit Gift Guide: Healthy New Mom
While the new mom in your life might be sleep deprived, chances are high she still wants to work out. Here are some goodies I wish I had when my girls were newborns, so I think any new mom would love them too.
- Baobei Active: Nursing Sports Bra: This nursing sports bra looks fabulous and offers support, function, and style.
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Bringing Sexy Back: Porn For New Moms
As a follow–up to Porn for Women, the Cambridge Women's Pornography Cooperative has gifted us with another stellar publication, Porn for New Moms ($10).
In this mama fantasy land, daddies insist on changing diapers, wake for early morning feedings, and find a new mom sweatpants irresistible. One of the droolworthy pictures features a handsome man perched on a bathtub with a glass of wine.
Smart Stroller Accessories For New Moms
After agonizing over which stroller to buy for a new baby, most mamas are excited to take it out for a spin once the child arrives. It's not until they have walked around the block a few times that parents begin to think about adding doodads and accessories to the buggy. From entertainment for the baby to holders for mum's iced coffee, take a look at some of our favorite stroller accessories for new moms.
Five Unexpected Times New Moms Cry
As a parent I've come to terms with the fact that my little ones will frequently bring tears to my eyes. I'm a crybaby and I'm okay with it. I had the tissue ready for when she went off to preschool or said momma for the first time, but some events brought on the waterworks without warning.
New Moms Need Their Zs to Lose Lbs.
I will be the first one to tell you, if you don't already know – when you are sleep deprived because you have a newborn baby to take care of, you don't want to workout or count calories and you don't have time to really focus on yourself. This just might be one of the reasons that new research has found a correlation between lack of sleep and lack of weight loss in new moms.
The study showed that mothers who slept five hours or less in a day when their babies were six months old were three times more likely to have kept on the extra weight at one year when compared to more rested mothers.
Things I Wish I Knew Before Having My First Child
The entrance into parenthood is a mixed bag — excitement, love, adrenaline and anxiety are just a few of the emotions most parents will experience. New moms are driven by the unknown and typically want to do everything right but when the second baby comes along, many a mom admits to asking, "What was I thinking?" Here are a few things that I wish I would have known before having my first child.
10 Easy Dishes to Deliver to New Moms
One of the last things on a new mother's mind is dinner. Any extra time she has on her hands is typically used to pick up things off the floor, throw in a load of soiled laundry, or catch up on some lost z's. Kitchen time is usually limited to heating up bottles, pouring a glass of water or throwing together a quick sandwich.
What to Netflix: New DVD Tuesday
It's Tuesday, so you know what that means — new DVD releases just in time for the Thanksgiving break! I've already shared some fresh music picks, but here are three movies to add to your Netflix queue for the weekend.
Funny People
Adam Sandler plays a comedian who tries to turn his life around and befriend a past love (Leslie Mann) after being diagnosed with a blood disorder; Seth Rogen steps in as his idealistic assistant.
Hospital Stay: Did You Stay or Did You Go?
Aside from the groans of labor and the sterile aroma, registering at the hospital to deliver a baby can feel a bit like checking into a hotel for a getaway, especially second time mothers. Moms-to-be who are bursting at the seams are typically beyond ready to welcome their wee one to the world and rest up after the tough task of pushing or surgery. From the second mama arrives, the nurses and doctors will be catering to her every need.
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