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Keep Yourself Fit: Get a Massage

A massage benefits your health, physically and mentally. A massage sounds so decadent and luxurious that it is often associated with pampering the rich and the famous. However, the fitness benefits of massage are so profound that even health insurance companies are getting involved to help cover the bills. If you have ever been injured, massage can help you heal your body because it smoothes the flow of the body’s fluids and helps muscles to relax. Massage can decrease the tension in muscles that are sore from a workout or that have lost vitality after being bound up in a … Continue reading →

Massage for Mother’s Day: A Great Gift Idea

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A massage is a great Mother’s Day gift for the woman who enjoys it or who may have always wanted to try it out, but has never had the opportunity. Massage dates back to the time of the Ancient Greeks and has seen a renaissance in modern day America. So what is all the fuss about? More than just a glorified back rub, a massage provides you with some great physiological benefits including relaxing tense and sore muscles, increasing blood and oxygen flow to the massaged areas and frankly, it feels good. You spend 30, 45 or 60 minutes on … Continue reading →

A Day at The Spa

What could be more relaxing for a pregnant woman than a day at the spa (or a spa day at home)? You may be wondering what to enjoy and what to skip when it comes to pampering your pregnant body. Here is a guide to baby-friendly treatments. Facial If you’re not satisfied with the pregnancy glow, or lack thereof, a facial can be a relaxing and refreshing treat. If you visit a spa, let them know you are pregnant (if it’s not obvious) and they will adjust their treatments if necessary. If you’re doing your own facial, stick with natural … Continue reading →

5 Ways to Improve Your Mood

Mood swings are a sad fact during pregnancy. Husbands can be heard complaining about their wives’ mood swings from miles away. The situation isn’t any easier on the mother to be. There are a few things you can do to improve your mood. Get out of the house and take a walk in the sunshine. Being outside in the fresh air can help relieve irritability. Take a walk if you are feeling moody. The fresh air and sun can really help boost your spirits. Take a nap. Pregnant women get tired easily. It takes a lot of energy to grow … Continue reading →

Enjoy Your Day at the Spa Safely

A day at the spa is the perfect way to relax and let the stress melt away. Most spa treatments are completely safe during labor. However, there are a few that should be avoided. Here’s how to enjoy your day of pampering without worrying about your unborn baby. Before you arrive for your day at the spa, be sure the staff knows you are pregnant. If possible, tell them when you book your appointment. If the day is a gift, call the spa to let them know that you are pregnant. Be sure to mention any other issues, such as … Continue reading →

Dear Heather … I’m Pregnant

Dear Heather, I am torn between dancing for joy and screaming with frustration. For the first time ever, I was really set on my new weight loss and diet plan. I was starting to work out. I’ve been following your advice and I even joined a gym. I have worked out 3 to 4 times a week, but I noticed that my energy levels were never going up – despite three weeks at this regimen. If anything, I was growing more and more tired. So I went to the doctor. I’M PREGNANT! When the doctor suggested it, I scoffed. But … Continue reading →

Pre-Natal Fitness: Exercises You Shouldn’t Do

We have talked about maintaining a positive fitness program while you are pregnant, but it’s equally important to consider that while there is much you can do – there are also activities you need to avoid. It’s important to know what these activities are so you don’t accidentally push yourself too far. So protect yourself and your pregnancy and avoid: Scuba Diving – As pleasurable as scuba diving can be, it’s also taking your body into an area of varying underwater pressure and this can be hard on your baby and dangerous for your pregnancy Contact Sports – These are … Continue reading →