About Psi Bands: Psi Bands nausea relief bands (pronounced "Sigh Bands") are acupressure wrist bands for the relief of nausea due to morning sickness (pregnancy), motion sickness/ travel, chemotherapy, and anesthesia. Psi Bands are: Drug-free, Adjustable, Comfortable, Fashionable, Waterproof, Reusable, and Affordable. FDA-cleared Psi Bands are a stylish alternative for those who suffer from nausea. Positioning the Psi Bands: Simply place one Psi Bands nausea relief band on the inside of each … [Read more...]
Losing the Baby Weight
Since I am pregnant with my second child, I am watching the foods I am eating more carefully than normal. I am also watching the amount of calories I am intaking. I need to add about 300-350 calories to my diet, which is not too high, so I have been careful - in a healthy way. We have eliminated most processed foods, and eat sweets sparingly now. Since the recent medical crisis in our family - we have also been incorporating more cancer fighting fruits and vegetables. I am currently 23 weeks … [Read more...]
It’s A Boy!
I am so excited to share this post with you. I had feeling when I get pregnant the first month I tried, that it was a boy. And sure enough I was right! We are having a boy! When I was laying there, and the ultrasound tech told me, tears came to my eyes. My parents were there with us and they got teary eyed too. (We all were hoping for a baby boy.) We are only having two children, and I really hoped that I would have one of each. God is so good. Plus, I was worried about … [Read more...]
Tips to Fight Pregnancy Heartburn
I have never experienced heartburn, like I have with this pregnancy. I have not suffered from regular heartburn at all actually. Before this. But this pregnancy, unlike my first, has me battling with heartburn quite regularly. After a rough night this week, due to eating Flaming Hot Cheetos, {*blush*}, I decided I needed to start paying attention more closely to what I was eating. Here's the thing, I don't actually buy chips very often, but I just had this huge craving for Flaming Hot Cheetos … [Read more...]
20 Weeks Pregnant
I am now 20 weeks pregnant. It is hard to believe that I am half way there already. I want to thank everyone who has been praying for me. I sure appreciate it. 20 weeks: This baby is now 6 1/2 inches crown to rump, and 10 inches from head to heel. This baby is now producing meconium, (I remember that from my Princess!). This baby is practicing swallowing which is great for the digestive system. Sleeping has become difficult. I have to go to the bathroom a lot. Even when I limit my … [Read more...]
Good Health in the New Year
I received a great surprise at my midwife appointment last week. I learned that I have a ovarian cyst. My midwife assured me not too worry - that it was quite common.So, what do you think I did right when I got home?Googled it.Then, of course I got worried.Ovarian Cysts-occur in 1 in 1,000 women-1 in 25,000 get ovarian cancer- the pain from a ruptured ovarian cyst can cause pre-term labor and even miscarriageWhat?Now, how can I not worry? Constantly, every day?I know, I need to rely on God and … [Read more...]
Big Girl Bed
sourceI have a BIG announcement.My Princess is not in my bed any longer. After close to 4 years of co-sleeping. I am done.I want her in her own bed.We tried to keep her in her own room, alone.That did not work.She slept on her own for four hours, but once she woke up and realized she was alone, the tears came.My husband ended up going in there and sleeping next to her.So I decided to bring a bed in our room.We travel so much, I realized it would be unreasonable for her to sleep alone. When we … [Read more...]
