The Plus Size Magazine for Women with Curves
You probably had a long list of projects you planned to get done during your maternity leave. However, you now realize that you forgot one thing: This is not a vacation. Instead, it is a time to heal, to get to know your new baby and to learn how to be a mother. So forget… [Continue Reading]
A little over 3 months ago I had my baby girl. Within the 1st month I dropped 20 lbs of the 60lbs I gained. Now it seems like these last 40 lbs are going to be the hardest. Exercise wasn’t an option at first because I was recovering from a C-section and then I had… [Continue Reading]
Although being pregnant during the summer is not ideal for anyone, having a newborn baby during the warmer months has its benefits. As my sister in law gets ready to have her baby anyday now, here are tips for mothers with summer newborns. Newborns Love the Outdoors Giving birth to a baby in the summer… [Continue Reading]
Well maybe…Did you know losing weight can cause or increase your chances of getting gall stones? Well, neither did I. Last year before becoming pregnant I had triumphantly gotten down to 245lbs. My maximum weight at one time was 320-330lbs so I was proud of myself. During my pregnancy I gained over 60 lbs (35lbs more than… [Continue Reading]
What things do you really need when you have a newborn baby? I am not a parent and don’t have babies yet, but I am becoming increasingly interested. So as we are nearing the point of parenthood I am always trying to take a financial tally of what to expect. I know babies aren’t cheap,… [Continue Reading]
Plus size clothing options have come along way but there is still room for improvement. If you think plus size women have a difficult time finding clothing stores that offer variety imagine what plus size women who are pregnant go through. Because of the lack of maternity clothing and resources, many women are forced to… [Continue Reading]
As I progress in my pregnancy, I often come across myths that many women have regarding what plus size women go through while pregnant. I have shared what I’ve learned in previous articles and I try to give women who are pregnant or thinking of getting pregnant as much information as possible. Below I… [Continue Reading]
When a new baby is arriving, a mom to be can feel overwhelmed. There are endless things to prepare for during this time of transition. Having plans in place the closer the due date arrives will allow expectant mothers to welcome the new baby in a stress free environment. 1. Vitamins: Take prenatal vitamins with… [Continue Reading]
So many women get pregnant and think that everything will be magical once they give birth. They imagine mother/child bonding and a feeling that will last a life time. Although the love a mother feels for her newborn is unparralled to anything else, motherhood can leave you feeling helpless and frustrated. Recently, while on the… [Continue Reading]
Well, next week I will be 30 weeks pregnant which means I only have approximately 10 weeks to go! Just wanted to give my fellow Plus Divas who may never have been pregnant somethings to think about. Weight and Healthy Eating – The adage of “eating for two” should not be followed when pregnant. Especially… [Continue Reading]
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