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musings on this profound journey called motherhood + everything else in between

Health: 5 Benefits Of Potatoes For Pregnant Women

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Pregnancy is one of the most amazing chapters in any woman’s life. The anticipation of finally seeing and holding your baby, along with experiencing the everyday wonders of carrying a child in your womb, is enough to make a woman giddy with excitement.

Although not without its complications, my own pregnancy journey is one for the books and I can easily say that it is one of the most amazing parts of my story yet. I may have suffered from a mild case of hyperemesis gravidarum during the first part of my second trimester and would just throw up practically anywhere and anytime, but my pregnancy has been very enjoyable when that part was over. I was able to enjoy eating again and share new and invigorating experiences with 10 friends who were also pregnant!

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The little man when he was just about 4 months in my tummy

Because I was throwing up a lot, nutrition is something I struggled with during pregnancy. It was such hard work to keep any food in my stomach as I would almost always throw everything out ~ milk, fruits, bread, practically anything ~ and it does not matter what time of day it was. Morning sickness is, in fact, an all-day sickness and it contributed to me weighing even lighter during the first few months of pregnancy.

Nutrition, indeed, plays an essential role in a pregnant woman’s over-all health as well as that of her baby. One of the best ways to ensure a mother’s optimal health during pregnancy is to have a proper and well-balanced diet. Adding potatoes to your pregnancy diet is highly recommended.

5 Benefits of Potatoes for Pregnant Women [Read more…]

Mum Finds: Crave Healthy ~ A Nutritious Snack For Mums-To-Be

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I always thought that it is way much better and more fun to be pregnant these days. Back when I was pregnant eight years ago, awesome things like baby slings, lactation cookies and lactation experts, as well as fashionable nursing dresses are rather scarce. Pregnant mums these days have all the fun enjoying all the latest products and services that make their pregnancy and motherhood a lot easier and enjoyable.

One of the things that I hope we had back in the days, especially when you had those late night cravings, was this yummy nutritious snacks made especially for preggy mums ~ Crave Healthy. I previously tried it when I got a pack from my Mommy Mundo Box and I absolutely loved it!

Crave Healthy is the first snack product in the country specifically designed by doctors and nutritionist for pregnant women. It is nutritious as it contains essential nutrients including Folic Acid, Iron, and Calcium which are critical for both the mum and her growing baby. It also has reduced salt and just the right amount of calories that give pregnant women the extra energy they need daily. And because it tastes just like mum’s regular snack, it is also delicious. It comes in Sweet Corn flavor and does not have any aftertaste of nutrient fortifications. It also helps support the nutritional needs of pregnant women and their developing fetus.

It is delightful to know that there is now a healthy way to satisfy hunger and food cravings of pregnant, and to be honest, I think even those who are not pregnant can enjoy a pack or two from time to time!  Grin

Crave Healthy is now available online at www.cravehealthysnacks.com, select Med Express branches, and Robinsons Supermarket outlets. A pack sells for Php25.00.

Infertility Awareness 2017: Facts, Myths, + Treatments For Infertility


It was an afternoon of new learnings and renewed hope {especially for those who are suffering from infertility} at Merck’s Fertility Awareness 2017: Bridging Baby Steps event held at the Garden Ballroom Hal 3 and 4 of Edsa Shangri-la Manila last 21 October. It was also interesting as we were joined not only by couples seeking to increase their knowledge about infertility and looking for ways to combat it, but also by a couple who have waited for 16 years to conceive a child, tried In-Vitro Fertilization, and was blessed with a set of twins!

Infertility Facts

According to Dr. Leonardo Almeda, infertility is the inability to achieve pregnancy after one year of adequate cohabitation or after 6 months if the woman is older than 35.  The term describes a man who cannot get a woman pregnant and a woman who cannot get pregnant or carry a pregnancy to term and one out of 10 Filipinos is suffering from this condition.  Among the factors that can contribute to infertility include health conditions, behaviors, age, and genetics.

Generally, as age increases so does the likelihood of infertility. Older men produce fewer and lower-quality sperm in the same manner that older women have fewer and lower-quality eggs. The risk of some health conditions associated with infertility increases with age. Age-related declines in sperm and egg quality also increase the risk of health conditions such as Down Syndrome, autism, and schizophrenia in future generations.

During the event mums are asked to take the Fertility Quiz and I was relieved to find out that my results indicated that I do not need to see a reproduction specialist. Although my little man is more than a handful, it will be awesome to have another baby so he can have a playmate and a best friend. [Read more…]

Cravings, Nutrients, +Portion Control: A Guide To Eating Well During Your Pregnancy

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Eating during a pregnancy can get quite complicated: are you wondering about quantity and/or worrying about those weird food cravings {seriously, can it get weirder than Palmolive dish soap on a burger? Oh the joys!} you might have? It’s normal for all future moms to have numerous questions about how being pregnant might affect their diet and lifestyle in general. Fear no more though and get ready to expel some of the myths around pregnancy and food: here’s our short but essential guide to eating well and healthily during this tricky but wonderful time of your life.

Do you have to change and adapt your diet even when you are healthy?

Doctors don’t recommend to drastically change your diet when pregnant – especially if you were eating a healthy, balanced diet in the first place. You should simply make sure that you eat healthily and don’t skip any meals. Contrary to popular belief, you shouldn’t eat for two during your pregnancy. You will gain on average between 26 and 34 pounds: 4 pounds during the first trimester is actually a good indicator, to keep you in check weight-wise. That’s hardly enough to get you booked for a liposuction on Harley Street as this weight will disappear on its own rapidly after the birth of your baby, even more so if you’re breastfeeding. [Read more…]

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