It’s not secret that PregoFIT loves celebrating Mothers, so of course the PregoFIT team snatched up the chance this Mother’s Day to ask people…”What does Mother’s Day mean to YOU?” Here’s what they said.
Read moreWatch the Video! We love Moms who go back to work after their pregnancy but we also love Moms who choose to stay home with their little one — both options are extremely difficult, yet rewarding. If you’re a Mom who chose to do the latter, here is a little piece of encouragement. Bless you, Kristen
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Our featured PregoFIT Mom of the Week is Jessica Stubbs. She is very dear to me because she is my older sister. I love her so much and am thankful that she is active in my life! Her heart, wisdom, and perspective blesses me! I consider it a great honor to have her share her life and thoughts with all of you. Enjoy! Love, Kristen 1.) How many children do you have? How old are they and what are their names? Jessica: I have been blessed with two amazing kiddos. My daughter is my oldest and she is 8 and my son just celebrated his 7th birthday. 2.) Which was easier for you—being pregnant or postpartum? Jessica: My first pregnancy was rough so that is an easy answer, definitely postpartum. During my second pregnancy I was able to play with my little girl and we enjoyed the one-on-one time as (read more…)
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Many pregnant women tell me they can’t get a good night’s sleep. Either they can’t fall asleep or else they wake frequently to go to the bathroom and can’t go back to sleep. Maybe you’re one of them—and you’re pretty frustrated! So, let’s break it down into some strategies that might help you. First, check your sleep position. Lying flat on your back isn’t the best way to rest when you’re in your third trimester (by the way, it isn’t the best way to handle labor either!). When you’re on your back, the weight of your pregnant uterus presses down on your inferior vena cava, an important blood vessel that returns blood from your lower body to your heart. When this happens, your baby might receive less blood flow and thus, less oxygen. So side sleeping is probably the best, since it’s pretty tough to sleep on your stomach! If (read more…)
Read moreFirst-time Moms (or any Mom for that matter) are often overwhelmed by the screaming and wrestling of their baby when it is time for bed. In this video, I share my thoughts and experiences on these moments. I share how I have changed and how I wish I knew then (when I was a first-time mom)…what I know now (relating to my third baby). Please let us know if there are additional ways we can serve you! Bless you, Kristen Ross
Read moreWe all have a picture of the type of Mom that we would be before having children. How are you doing with that? Is your picture your reality? Kristen Ross, the fouder of PregoFIT, shares the Mom that she thought that she would be and how it is different than the Mom that she is today. Listen to how what changes she has had to make in order to be the Mom she wants to be — for herself and her children!
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Kristen Ross writes: Chris shares her wisdom regarding what to do with ALL the feedback a pregnant woman experiences and how to determine what feedback is right for you. I remember how she brought peace to my mind during my first pregnancy by answering so many questions and concerns that I had from ‘what I heard’. Here’s her thoughts……. Have you ever noticed that everyone wants to give advice to pregnant women? Some of it is good, while some of it isn’t. Don’t raise your arms over your head or you’ll strangle the baby. Eat plenty of fish while you’re pregnant. Don’t eat fish while you’re pregnant. Be sure to get sleep now while you can. Breastfeed your baby—it’s healthier. Don’t breastfeed your baby—it’s too hard. Have an epidural for labor. Avoid medications, especially an epidural. What’s an expectant mom supposed to believe about pregnancy and birth?! On top of (read more…)
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Jan Greer is so much fun! She truly is every girl’s best-friend! She is easy-going, positive, and shares her experiences of Mommyhood in such a warm way! Check out her easy-to-implement gems on making herself, and her family, to be a healthy home! I definitely will implement their ‘healthy Sunday tradition’ with my family! We hope you enjoy the interview and look forward to your thoughts and questions. Bless you! Love, Kristen
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Nobody understands a mom more than another mom! Moms know it takes planning and determination to pursue a healthy lifestyle, for themselves, and their families. It is PregoFIT’s honor to highlight Moms that are choosing to make healthy decisions for themselves, no matter what season they are in! Rimini Hickey is a Mom of 5 children — 4 of them she had in 4 1/2 years. Listen here as she shares her experiences, tips, encouragement, and inspiration. May the conversation bless you as it blessed me! Enjoy! Love, Kristen Ross
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