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Saving Mothers and Bamboobies: Teaming up to support moms worldwide

May 07, 2021

This month, we celebrate mothers (even more than usual). Women who gave their children life and then steadfastly continue to do everything in their power to make that life happy and whole. As part of that celebration, Bamboobies is proud to partner with an organization that ensures more mothers are able to be there to make their children’s lives better.

To the New (or New Again) Mama Celebrating Mother’s Day

May 03, 2021

You carry that car seat out in public like a badge of honor. You find yourself rocking even when your arms are empty. You randomly find poop, spit-up, breastmilk, or formula on your clothes or in your hair, usually with no idea how long it could have been there. You live your life on a three-hour (or shorter) loop – feed the baby, burp the baby, change the baby, rock the baby back to sleep. You’re exhausted to your bones, no matter how much coffee you drink (if you even manage to finish a full cup). You are a mother in the thick of it. From the challenges, to the triumphs, we celebrate you, mama!

Parenting Anxiety: When Worry Becomes Obsessive

April 11, 2021

Pregnancy and parenting come with many changes and mixed emotions. Just as with pregnancy anxiety, some postnatal anxiety is normal. Resuming activities of daily living, managing hormone changes, recovering from pregnancy, as well as assuming responsibility for another life can come with challenges. It is common for a new parent to feel excitement, trepidation, and complete fear all in one breath. So, what distinguishes normal worry from problematic parenting anxiety? Let’s explore the difference between normal parenting stress and anxiety versus perinatal Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

How to Cope with Prenatal Anxiety and Postpartum Stress

April 02, 2021

Pregnancy and parenting are wonderful and challenging at the same time. There are great moments and not-so-great moments, and all parents struggle from time to time. Here are some ways to cope effectively with prenatal anxiety and postpartum stress.

Pregnancy Nutrition: Eating well during pregnancy

March 18, 2021

You’re pregnant – congratulations! Now you can sit back and enjoy your favorite foods. After all, you’re eating for two. And with the hard work your body’s going through, you deserve it, right? Not so fast. There are potential uncomfortable side effects to tend to, foods to avoid, and nutrients to prioritize. So, let's explore pregnancy nutrition.