Hi there! I’m Lindsey VanAlstyne, the childbirth educator behind Mother Rising. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about having a healthy pregnancy.
Learn the foundational elements to a healthy pregnancy, how to remedy common pregnancy ailments, ways to have more fun, and much more!
(Pssst! Come join my FREE Facebook group just for pregnant women! I can’t wait to meet you.)
Learn about the first signs of pregnancy, morning sickness remedies, books to read in the first trimester, important to-do’s in the first trimester, and more with Mother Rising’s tips and advice for the first trimester!
It’s hard to feel excited about being pregnant when nausea and vomiting are the main focus. Morning sickness is no fun! Use Mother Rising’s tips and tricks for Morning Sickness to feel better quickly in the first trimester.
Learn the benefits of adopting a holistic mindset during the second trimester of pregnancy! Explore natural remedies for common pregnancy ailments, books to read in the second trimester, creating a natural baby registry, and more!
The second trimester is when parents begin to feel more “normal” – morning sickness symptoms ease and third trimester aches and pains haven’t yet set in. The second trimester is a good time to have fun! Use Mother Rising’s second trimester fun checklist for ideas to have a good time.
Welcome to the third trimester! The third trimester is the home stretch, the final weeks before delivery. The biggest task of the third trimester is to try to stay comfortable, and prepare for labor and delivery. Familiarize yourself with end of pregnancy symptoms like braxton hicks contractions and other early signs of labor.
The latest resources, articles, and inspiration for experiencing a healthy pregnancy. Enjoy! :)
This amazing protein punch pregnancy smoothie must be added to the daily culinary repertoire. I know you’ll love it! Protein Punch Pregnancy Smoothie Protein and pregnant ladies go together like …
Adequate water intake is essential during pregnancy to feel good, think clearly, for the body to operate as it should, and to grow a healthy baby. If you’ve never thought …
Looking for summer pregnancy tips to keep your cool? Since 1995, I have begrudgingly identified myself as a Floridian, powering through each and every summer (which is May through October …
Mamas, cool off with these summer pregnancy must haves, and keep cool all summer long. For those that are new here, my name is Lindsey and I have lived in …
‘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! …
In celebration of pregnancy AND the first day of fall, which always falls during the third week of September, I’ve created a fun fall pregnancy bucket list for parents-to-be. Scroll …
Sporting cute fall pregnancy shirts is a fun way to keep the challenges and problems of pregnancy in check. Not everything needs to be so serious! Whether you’re looking for …
These 22 scary pregnant halloween costumes are sure to give you and your growing belly some ideas for the next October 31st holiday! Zombies, skeletons, aliens, eyeballs, Day of the …
The following are four short pregnancy incontinence stories that I personally experienced in each trimester due to morning sickness, a cold, being hugely pregnant, and labor contractions. I’ve also included …
A third trimester vacation is a fun way to relax, connect with a spouse or partner, and make some memories before baby makes three, but is often forgotten in the …
Towards the end of pregnancy, women experience new symptoms that leave them wondering if these are signs of the first stage of labor or just more “end of pregnancy stuff”. …
Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween during your pregnancy? Do the scary pregnant Halloween costumes freak you out? Look no further than my favorite 19 FUN …