The Best Pregnancy Books of 2016 | Mother Rising
2016 was a great year for new pregnancy books! Of course, as is my annual tradition, I have created a list of my favorite and the best pregnancy books of …
Health and Wellness
How to Sleep Better When Pregnant | Mother Rising
If you’re reading this article, you likely are pregnant and can’t sleep. And I am so, so sorry! Not being able to sleep is one of the most frustrating parts …
Why and How to Make a Breast Milk Bath | Mother Rising
I am in an unusual season of life where I am not with my kids most weekends, which of course, includes my breastfed toddler. An unexpected side effect is that …
5 Mistakes Pregnant Women Make Around the Holidays | Mother Rising
‘Tis the season for large family dinners, presents, extra social outtings, office parties and delicious morsels. If you are expecting during this holiday season, watch out and avoid these mistakes! …
How to Make a Postpartum Anxiety Aromatherapy Spray | Mother Rising
I’ve struggled with anxiety a few times in my life. After I had my first child, anxiety creeped back in and made me feel awful. AWFUL! Sometimes I felt anxious for seemingly no reason! …
4 Simple Ways to Encourage Dad and Baby Bonding | Mother Rising
More than ever, fathers are present and involved in the births of their babies (source). Some take on the role of doula or even catch their babies! However, even when 80-90% of fathers …
How to Make a Postpartum Herbal Bath | Mother Rising
How to Make a Postpartum Herbal Bath A postpartum herbal bath is a relaxing way to heal, soothe and restore oneself after the challenges of childbirth. Here’s how to make …
20 Christmas Gifts for New Moms That They’ll Love | Mother Rising
‘Tis the season to give a gift to the ones you hold dear. Is your loved one a new mom? Are you here looking for that perfect gift that she’ll …
Natural Remedies for Group B Strep in Pregnancy | Mother Rising
Are you looking for natural remedies for Group B Strep in pregnancy? Wondering how to use raw garlic vaginally? Need to know more about yogurt sex? Wondering how many drops …
Top 10 First Trimester Pregnancy Books | Mother Rising
First trimester pregnancy books should be devoted to: General Pregnancy Information Nutrition Fetal Development Morning Sickness Remedies Pregnancy Journals and Birth Options After reading the following first trimester pregnancy books you …
How to Make Simple Coconut Oil Chocolates that Taste Amazing | Mother Rising
This year I have radically changed my diet, which has allowed me to lose more than 30 pounds. (I’ll share more about that on another day. Promise!) One of the …
Here’s Why I Broke Up With DōTERRA | Mother Rising
Almost two years ago I signed up with dōTERRA, a multi-level marketing company, to begin learning about and selling their essential oils. I was so excited! I had used essential …