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We have received new Spring items from Lilac Maternity, as well as Michael Stars! New Spring and Summer items arriving every day!

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Today We'll be on Channel 2

talking about fitness. Here are some tips for you Moms to be out there!

Pregnancy exercise benefits moms and babies

It's natural that a woman might be skeptical about exercising while she's pregnant. So many changes are occurring in her body, it makes sense to have second thoughts about whether exercise might harm her or her unborn child.

But it turns out that a thoughtful exercise program is good for both mother and child, according to medical experts.

"We know that women who exercise during pregnancy have less chance of developing certain conditions like gestational diabetes," said Dr. Raul Artal, chairman of obstetrics, gynecology and women's health for the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. "Not only that, exercise maintains musculoskeletal fitness. Women can cope with the anatomical and physiological changes of pregnancy better when they're in good shape. They also tolerate labor better and recover more quickly from delivery."

The baby also benefits. One study found that when an expectant mother works out, her fetus reaps cardiac benefits in the form of lower fetal heart rates.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends that pregnant women do at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day most days of the week. First, though, all women should consult a doctor to make sure it's OK.

When choosing what sort of exercise to pursue, a woman should take into account the shape she was in before becoming pregnant, said Dr. Thomas Wang, a family practitioner for Kaiser Permanente in San Diego.

"A lot of things depend on the level of fitness they had before," Wang said. A mom-to-be should pursue activities that will provide a good level of exertion without testing the limits of her body's current conditioning. If she's just starting a fitness program to improve her health during pregnancy, she should start out slowly and be careful not to overexert herself.

But there are certain activities that should at least be undertaken with caution, if not avoided altogether. Pregnant women, for instance, should not go scuba diving, as that activity exposes the fetus to a risk of developing decompression sickness, also known as the bends.

Women also should think twice before engaging in activities where the risk of falling is higher, such as gymnastics, horseback riding, downhill skiing and high-intensity racquet sports. And they should avoid contact sports such as ice hockey, soccer and basketball.

"Anything that involves impact or the chance of abdominal trauma, they should try to avoid," Wang explained.

Exercise that's perfectly safe for expectant mothers includes Kegel exercises, swimming, walking, light dancing and yoga. Riding a stationary bicycle or working out on aerobic gym equipment -- elliptical or stair-climbing machines, for instance -- is also fairly safe, as long as care is taken to prevent a fall.

Most pregnant women also can take part in jogging, running and aerobics, especially if those were exercises they regularly performed before pregnancy.

Pregnant women who are doing weight training should emphasize improving their muscle tone, particularly in the upper body and abdominal area, according to the American Pregnancy Association. They should avoid lifting weights above their heads and performing exercises that strain the lower back muscles.

"There have been some studies that show heavy lifting causes a temporary drop in the baby's heart rate," Wang said. "It usually corrects pretty quickly, but they might want to be careful."

Other things to keep in mind if exercising while pregnant:

• Avoid exercising to the point of exhaustion or breathlessness, as that could affect the oxygen supply to the fetus.
• Avoid overheating, which can affect the baby's development. Don't exercise in hot weather.
• During the second and third trimesters, avoid exercise that involves lying flat on your back as this decreases blood flow to the womb.

Though that might seem like a lot of cautions for something that's supposed to be safe, doctors insist that women can and should engage in a well-thought-out fitness program during their pregnancy.

"By and large, if there are no medical complications of pregnancy, women can continue engaging in the same type of activities," Artal said. "Women should be encouraged to continue living an active lifestyle."

This sweet baby in a photo from aimeewhitephotography reminds us that this is the time of year to Surround ourselves with Family. Even if you're not with relatives for the holidays, you can still surround your sweet baby with loved ones by hanging small photos of family and friends as tree decorations, or by just making sure lots of family photos are out around the house. Babies love to look at pictures, and this is a great way to give him/her a refresher on her family tree, each night before bed, point at pictures and name names. Baby will take in more than you might think.

Merry Christmas!!!

Thanksgiving Sale

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Fall Babies

Halloween is approaching us and if you love Halloween here is a fun list of baby names inspired by the holiday!

Girl Names:
Autumn
Candy
Cat
Coco
Elvira
Eve
Lolly
Luna
Morgan
Raven-Ravyn
Reese
Sabrina
Samantha
Tabitha
Tootsie

Boy Names:
Bram
Casper
Chucky
Damien
Edgar
Frank
Freddy
Herman
Igor
Jason
Leif
Storm

Happy Halloween!

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Labor Day

With the holiday weekend that just passed I started to think about my own labor day - the one that involves going to the hospital! I have been so busy planning the baby's room, clothes, and other accessories that I forgot to plan for the actual birth. Here is a great list of things that I found helpful in planning what to pack in the hospital bag:

1. A picture ID, insurance card, and any other hospital paperwork that you might need.
2. Your birth plan - if you have one.
3. Toiletries - the hospital usually provides things like soap and shampoo but you might prefer your own.
4. A bathrobe, a few nightgowns or pajamas.
   
5. Some comfy slippers or socks for delivery and for walking around the halls afterwards.
   
6. And don't forget the camera and charger!
   

Things for after the delivery:

1. A list of people and phone numbers that your partner can contact about the good news!
2. Things to keep your skin hydrated like: lip balm, lotion, and nipple cream for nursing.
   
3. Your favorite snacks - because let's face it, sometimes that hospital food just doesn't cut it!
4. Comfortable, wireless, nursing bras. We have great Bravado nursing bras here at the store.
5. Several pairs of maternity underwear. The hospital will provide some mesh underwear, but many women prefer to bring their own.
6. You might want to bring your baby book to get things like the footprints that are done at the hospital.
   
7. A journal and pen - to write down all the feelings that you are experiencing about your new bundle while it is fresh in your mind. You are also able to track your baby's feeding sessions and any questions that you might have for the nurse when they are not around.
8. Clothes to wear home. Remember that now isn't the time to try to fit into your favorite pre-pregnancy jeans. Bring something that fit comfortably when you were about six months pregnant.

And don't forget about things for the baby!

1. Make sure you have your car seat properly installed beforehand and know how to buckle your new one in properly!
2. A going home outfit for baby. Make sure that you have socks or booties for their little toes and a soft knit hat is a good idea for the cooler air that is coming!
3. An extra receiving blanket. The hospital will provide one to swaddle your bundle in, but having an extra one to tuck around them in the car seat - esp. in cold weather is important.

Hope these things help- please feel free to comment with any other advice!