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    Maternity Monday: Anti-Radiation Pregnancy Belly Band

    I recently found an entire list of topic ideas I made for this blog that I had since forgotten about — among them was this link to a PopSugar article about some of the products that will allegedly protect your baby against radiation, like this belly band from Vest (pictured) or the Smart Shawl. What are your…

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  • News Roundup

    Some of the articles of interest to working mothers that we’ve seen around the web recently… Real Simple has a guide to smoothing chapped lips. Racked looks at Fitbit’s newest product — have you seen it yet? Broadly investigates the world of online breastmilk sales. Harvard Business Review looks at the benefits and risks of…

  • Finally Friday: Delgado Ankle Booties

    I’m eyeing these booties at Nordstrom — not only are they on sale and SUPER highly rated (156 reviews and almost 5 stars!), but they look purrr-fect. Flattering dip in the vamp to elongate your leg? Check. Walkable heel? Check. Cute colors? Check. This matte gray suede is nice, but it also comes in black, sizes…

  • Everyone Thursday: Ballet Flats

    I was intrigued to see these Paul Mayer ballet flats on Bloomingdale’s list of bestselling shoes — they look so much like Chanel flats, but for only $225. There are only three reviews, but all three use phrases like “super comfortable” — one acolyte even says they are the most comfortable shoes she has ever…

  • Informed Consent Questions for Prenatal Emergencies

    When I was pregnant with my first, we took a Lamaze class — and I got a great list of “informed consent” questions. The idea is that, particularly with labor and delivery, a lot of things happen quickly, and frequently you’re only half giving informed consent because you’re so exhausted, in pain, and more. I didn’t end…