Monthly Archives: August 2011
Wordless Wednesday
August 31, 2011
For pregnant women, the phrase “Labor Day” has a different meaning than the holiday we celebrate on September 7. Birth art was prevalent throughout ancient cultures and up until the Renaissance. Contemporary birth art seems harder to find. What do … Continue reading
Birth Doesn’t Go According to Plan
August 30, 2011
In June, celebrity new mom Pink gave birth to her first child, but she didn’t have the birth she wanted or was expecting. While she had planned to give birth at home, naturally, her baby’s head was faced in a … Continue reading
Motherhood Quotes
August 28, 2011
Life began with waking up and loving my mother’s face. ~George Eliot, British novelist Read more inspiring motherhood quotes.
Breastfeeding Sacrifice and Commitment
August 27, 2011
Note: I wrote this blog post last August (2010) for Breastfeeding Awareness Month, but never published it. I guess I thought it was “finished.” After reading it again, I thought it was worth sharing. The photo is me and my … Continue reading
Friday Funny
August 26, 2011
Earlier this month, I wrote about a recent survey by TheBump.com that showed nearly HALF of women find themselves uncomfortable at the sight of other women breastfeeding in public. You can see what I think of those results in my … Continue reading
Sponsoring Blog Giveaways and Reviews
August 25, 2011
I’ve just gone and done something I’ve been thinking about doing (and researching) for over a year: formalized Maternitique’s blog sponsorship policy. Until now, I’ve been largely at a loss for how to decide whose blogs to send product to, … Continue reading
Wordless Wednesday
August 24, 2011
August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Pass it on! Share this article with other moms-to-be.
Layering Maternity Tops
August 23, 2011
Laying maternity tops under pieces from your existing wardrobe is a great way to stretch your money. There are a variety of styles of maternity tank tops that aren’t only great summer maternity clothes, but also essential layering pieces for … Continue reading
Add Your Pregnancy to Facebook
August 22, 2011
If you’re looking for a way to announce your pregnancy on your Facebook page, Facebook now offers you a new option. According to the Time article “Facebook Welcomes Unborn Babies to Social Media,” expectant parents can add “Expected: Child” to … Continue reading
Mamatini Organic Lactation Tea 10% Off in August
August 21, 2011
It’s August, so it’s hot. It’s also Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Together, this means it’s a great time for breastfeeding moms to drink cold, herbal-brewed tea to both stay hydrated and support lactation. I’ve known about Mamatini Organic Lactation Tea for … Continue reading
