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It’s so easy to lose sight of yourself when the holidays roll around. Gift giving, dessert making, party hopping—the holidays are a fantastic time to celebrate love between families and friends. But, so often, we forget to take some time for ourselves. So this month, I want all those mamas-to-be and new mamas to reclaim yourselves, nourish your body and calm your soul. These products will help you on your way! |
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Due for Chocolate and Vanilla Dreams Shakes by Bellybar I just discovered Bellybar by NutraBella shakes—their newest yummy, healthy, belly-lovin’ product to hit shelves. Their Due for Chocolate shake has that much-needed, soul-satisfying goodness. Plus, this is one drink that won’t just tickle your palate—it’s designed to also supply your belly with nutrients aimed to promote good pregnancy health, like DHA, folic acid, and vitamins C and B6. So, kick back and enjoy a guilt-free treat—you deserve it! For all you vanilla lovers, try Vanilla Dreams. On behalf of preggers women far and wide (no pun intended!)—thank you, Bellybar! Visit www.nutrabella.com for other tummy-pleasing treats. Mmmmm… ($11.99 for a five-pack, www.nutrabella.com) |
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Elasticity Belly Oil by Belli Although there are a host of fabulous skincare products in Belli’s pregnancy line, I’m loving the Elasticity Belly Oil for its easy application, calming scent and great protection of that glorious, ever-expanding baby belly. With a nongreasy texture, this lightweight oil absorbs into your skin, leaving you with the soft, supple skin you deserve. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone else, visit www.belliskincare.com for safe products for preggies, mommies and babies, including their Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash, Surgical Scar Reducer and Protect Me Diaper Rash Cream. ($42, www.belliskincare.com)
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Soothies by Lansinoh Gel Pads Nursing a baby can be just the kind of calming, connecting experience that can take you away from life’s craziness and remind you why you entered into this new job of mommy. But sore nipples can zap that feeling in an instant, rendering you and your baby frustrated, stressed and downright irritable. Although there are a number of approaches that work well for decreasing the pain associated with nursing, carrying around an ice pack with you isn’t always an option. Luckily, Soothies by Lansinoh Gel Pads are an incredibly easy, portable and practical solution. The cooling feeling of these pads helps ease away soreness and discomfort discretely. Plus, you can reuse them—we love that! So, whether the holidays are at your house this year or at the in-laws’, you don’t have to suffer—throw Soothies in your diaper bag and party away! ($10.69, www.amazon.com)
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Prior to joining THE FAMILY GROOVE, Samantha was a strategic communications consultant for a prominent multinational firm helping clients to improve their oral and written communication efforts. As a published author of multiple articles for websites such as BusinessWeek’s MBA Journal, HeelsConnect and the Hot Mommas Project, Samantha has explored topics related to business, work-life balance and family life. She was a founding case author and finalist in this year’s Hot Mommas Project competition, which was designed to provide role models for women and girls. As Editor-at-Large for THE FAMILY GROOVE, she contributes to various sections of the magazine as a writer, editor and consultant.
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