Category: Pregnancy

• What Reusable Nappies Are the Best?

  

  I started using reusable nappies on my little one about a month ago, in an effort to be more eco-friendly. At first, I bought only pair simply to try them out. Then I bought another pair from a different brand. Today, I have 19 of them, which is confirmation enough that I really love them! […]

  youngsterhousewife

  December 11, 2022

  Best Selection

  diapers, eco-friendly, nappies

• What I Learned From my Difficult Labor Experience

  

  When my water broke at 10pm on February 21st, I was certain I’d get to meet my baby boy soon – next day for sure! As it turned out, I didn’t meet him until 36+ hours later. Because that’s how long it all took. From the moment my water broke to the moment I got […]

  youngsterhousewife

  March 11, 2022

  Postpartum, Pregnancy

  first-time moms, labor, postpartum

• Printable Baby Checklist: Things to Buy [+ Some Extra Advice]

  

  I started worrying about things to buy for my baby boy as soon as I got pregnant. Luckily, my friend’s older sister had just given birth, so she prepared an entire list for me, and boy, oh boy! For one, that checklist featured so many things that never crossed my mind. And now that I […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 24, 2022

  Pregnancy

  first-time moms, third trimester

• Best Breast Pumps Covered by BCBS

  

  Table of contents Great news for new moms: if you’re covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield, you have access to the leading bread pump brands. Most plans will cover the cost of double electric breast pumps, and I’ve selected the top 5 best breast pumps covered by BCBS. Trust me, a good breast pump is […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 21, 2022

  Best Selection, Pregnancy

  breast pumps, postpartum, pumping

• A Week From My Due Date and Feeling Frustrated.

  

  It sounds counterintuitive, doesn’t it? Shouldn’t I be feeling excited and perhaps a bit nervous? Of course, and that’s how I’m feeling, too. But after today’s scheduled visit to my gynecologist, I’m frustrated, sad, and sure, even a bit miserable as well. My baby boy is doing just fine, but my cervix hasn’t ripened yet. […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 19, 2022

  Our Daily Adventures, Pregnancy

  due date, first-time moms, frustrated, third trimester

• Why Am I Losing Weight During Pregnancy Without Morning Sickness?

  

  When we find out we’re pregnant, we start accepting the inevitable weight gain right away. After all, you have an entire new being growing inside you; there’s the placenta, amniotic fluid, you’re probably moving less and craving more… Which is what makes any unexpected weight loss that much scarier. In this article, I’m not only […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 11, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, healthy diet, second trimester, third trimester, weight loss

• 4 Foods Most Likely to Naturally Induce Labor

  

  After you’re past your due date, you may wish to naturally induce labor. After all, you’re tired of being bloated, achy, not being able to get up… Now, some claim that certain foods can help you do that. The research on it is scarce and proof mostly anecdotal (except for one type of food, where […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 10, 2022

  Pregnancy

  inducing labor, labor, third trimester

• Tums for Heartburn While Pregnant: Are They Safe? [And Should You Use Them]

  

  Many swear by TUMS when it comes to relieving heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. This antacid is based on calcium carbonate and contains no animal by-products, making it the perfect choice for vegetarians and vegans alike. Now, while no one is denying that TUMS works, the question that often arises is whether it’s safe […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 5, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, medical condition, pregnancy heartburn, third trimester

• 13 Best Maternity Leggings That Don’t Fall Down

  

  Table of Contents: As I’m writing this, I’m sitting comfortably in my bed, in my favorite pair of maternity leggings. Despite being aware that I’ll only need them for some 7+ months (including the postpartum period), I now own two pairs of those, one pair of wide maternity pants, two maternity skirts, and one dress. […]

  youngsterhousewife

  February 4, 2022

  Best Selection, Pregnancy

  apparel, clothing, postpartum, second trimester, third trimester

• Severe Heartburn During Pregnancy: Causes and Remedies

  

  Virtually all pregnant women suffer from heartburn at some point during their pregnancy. It’s most common to experience it during the third trimester, although for some it starts as early as the first trimester. Depending on when it appears, its causes are different, but remedies don’t vary much across different trimesters. Severe Heartburn in Pregnancy: […]

  youngsterhousewife

  January 26, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, healthy diet, medical condition, pregnancy heartburn, third trimester