pregnancy pampering

Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial to good health, and it is especially important to get your rest when you are pregnant. Unfortunately, as tired as you might be during pregnancy, it can be difficult to adjust your sleeping habits to…

A pregnant woman's feet take a lot of abuse. They have to contend with added weight, gravity shifts, cramps, fatigue and swelling. A foot massage relieves the everyday stress on your feet during pregnancy and relaxes your entire body.…

Expecting mothers may decide to have photos taken of their pregnant bellies to document their child’s growth. Another way to preserve the gestational process is to make a model of your belly. This model or cast is made with plaster shaped…

The days of muumuu-covered bellies are behind us. Showing off your baby bump is a trend that has surged. Whether you are taking at-home pictures or hiring a photographer, you will want to capture images of your ever-expanding waistline so…

Most presents for new mothers focus on the sweet moments of parenting or on useful supplies for the baby. However, a hilarious gift may be just the way to celebrate a new mother with a sense of humor. Gifts such as items that were…

A baby shower is a celebration of a pending birth where guests give the mom-to-be gifts. In a similar way to bachelorette nights, baby showers are usually the domain of women and are often planned by a close friend or family member. Baby…

Many women love their pregnant belly so much that they choose to capture the moment by making a belly cast. Creating a belly cast turns your pregnant belly into a keepsake that can also become a wall decoration. Many belly casts are…

You may notice that your fingernails look healthier and feel stronger while you are pregnant. You can enhance your beautiful nails by painting them with fingernail polish. If you choose to paint your fingernails or get a manicure while…

Expectant mothers experience many changes, physical and otherwise, while awaiting the arrival of their new baby. Pregnancy can be a beautiful thing, but it can also be challenging and stressful at times. In order for expecting mothers to…

Making belly casts---or plaster impressions of an expectant mother's belly---is a simple and sentimental way to celebrate the joy of bringing new life into the world. The belly cast can be a beautiful tribute to a temporary and special…