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Jun 04, 2009 -
Having a c-section isn't something most women wish for, but it doesn't have to be a scary experience. Going into the procedure with some knowledge of what to expect helps mamas-to-be prepare for their post-surgery experience. We've rounded up some of the biggest surprises women face after leaving the operating room.
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May 23, 2009 -
If there were a magic pill new mommies could swallow to snap their postpartum tummies back into pre-pregnancy shape, the pharmacy lines would stretch a mile long. Without said miracle capsule, moms turn to belly shaping gadgets to help them trim down a tad faster than usual. Hey, if it worked for Rebecca Romijn, it might for me!
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May 21, 2009 -
The saying, "Where there's a will, there's a way" may work most instances in life. But when it comes to losing that baby weight, sometimes it takes more than desire. For some, it takes the magical belly wrap called Tauts.
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May 12, 2009 -
Many pregnant women are under the false pretense that once the baby exits the womb and enters the world, their tummy will snap back into place just as it was before the seed was planted. Unfortunately, the body doesn't exactly work that way. Many women leave the hospital smiling with a newborn, but frowning inside at the state of their postpartum flabby figure.
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Jul 19, 2008 -
Leaving the maternity ward with a plump tummy and swollen ankles can make even the happiest of new mothers feeling a tad depressed. Most moms expect to exit the hospital feeling a tad more svelte as they shed an entire new body's worth of weight.
For those desperate to bounce back into a lean, mean mama machine, the Belly Bandit may be your best weapon.
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Mar 17, 2008 -
Stocking up for baby is similar to gathering supplies for an emergency kit, you never really know what's missing until disaster strikes.
Sure, people suggested I prepare while pregnant and I felt secure with my stack of onesies and tower of receiving blankets, but I completely forgot about myself. For all you moms-to-be, these were my three biggest mistakes.
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Nov 11, 2009 -
Kourtney Kardashian isn't due until December, but she's already planning how she will get her body back and lose the 30 pounds she's gained during pregnancy. Life & Style reports the tiny reality star is already a fan of the Belly Bandit, a beloved "abdominal compression binder" designed to shrink the stomach after delivery. In fact, Kourtney, who has kept up her exercise regime throughout her pregnancy, is even lending her name to a forthcoming limited edition Belly Bandit.
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Feb 09, 2009 -
Lots of mamas seek out natural remedies to aid with childbirth. From herbal teas to essential oils, every woman has her own stash of products that induce comfort and calm during the craziness that surrounds labor. For those without the time to run from store to store stocking up on supplies, Earth Mama Angel Baby puts a handful of organic items at your fingertips with their Labor Ease ($40) kit.
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May 20, 2008 -
Bringing food over to a new family is a time honored tradition for some people. Unfortunately, the classic comfort foods that transport well — macaroni and cheese, casseroles and lasagnas — aren't always the most healthy. So if you plan to gift a dish when you go visit a new delivery, why not make a homemade version that is just as hearty, but more healthful?
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