After giving birth, some mothers experience hormonal imbalance and other physiological changes that cause them to feel lonely, tired, and depressed. This mix of psychological, physical, and emotional distress is known as postpartum depression. A mother with this condition may feel anxious, scared, worthless, fatigued, or restless. She can eventually lose her appetite, have trouble sleeping, and become frantic or…
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Budget Like Mom
Budgeting is truly the turf of most mothers. Aside from the traditional role imposed on mothers as the one who budgets the family finances, mothers have the instincts and foresights on what might happen in the future. But how do moms really stretch the budget? She neither uses complicated formulas nor magic tricks but simple ingenuity and common sense. Peek…
Postpartum Depression More Than Just The Baby Blues
Having a baby can be very challenging for every woman, both physically and emotionally. The birth of a baby can trigger a mix of powerful emotions, from excitement and joy to fear and anxiety. It is natural for many new mothers to have mood swings after delivery, feelings of joy one minute, and moments of sadness the next. But it…
The Benefits Of Pregnancy Massage
Whilst pregnancy is a time for a mother to really bond with the child she is carrying, it can also cause all sorts of physical aches and pains. As your pregnancy progresses and your stomach enlarges, the backaches and joint sores will only get worse. Having a massage can greatly alleviate these pains and is something all pregnant mothers should…
The Origins Of Mother S Day
Today Mother’s Day or Mothering Sunday is celebrated all over the world. For florists and card shops the event is one of the highlights of the year, but the roots of Mother’s Day are not commercial. Motherhood has been celebrated since ancient times. The ancient Greeks paid homage to Rhea, the Mother of Gods; and there are records of the…
Easy Crafts For Kids Aged 3 5 To Make For Mother S Day
Kids are always wanting to make mom a gift for Mother’s Day. They want something that is all their own, without much help from anyone, so here are some ideas that are both inexpensive and easy for them. A home made jewelry box: Give the child a small paper mache box – sort of like a jewelry box, any shape…
Memories Of Mother S Day Past
Yes, I remember well the cold tinned prawns on my plate with a lone crunchy potato that had been zapped in the microwave, for breakfast. Once there was even a rollmop (German description of a pickled herring fillet) on my plate and a side dish of dill cucumbers. I love German food, except for breakfast. Years ago I loathed pancakes,…
Mother S Day The Second Sunday In May
The second Sunday in May comes every year with little fanfare. Many of us nearly forget it as Mother’s day one time or another. Mother’s Day can be a joy of sharing thoughtfulness, care, and consideration with Mother’s Day cards, flowers, and gift ideas. But, the true gift is showing mom we love her and expressing it in a way…
Finding The Perfect Mother S Day Gift A Daily Connection
Mother’s Day comes and we are often at a loss for selecting a gift that shows we care, yet also is one of significance. Mother’s Day flowers and cards are nice, but a Mother’s Day Gift that she uses each day will be a daily connection of thoughtfulness. A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces…
Unique Gift Ideas For The Cook
With Mother’s Day around the corner, are you at a complete loss for an idea for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Yes, Mother’s Day is the second Sunday in May, and with a little planning you can find a gift for mom that can be a help for her in the kitchen. Along with the Mother’s day flowers and Mother’s…