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Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What Princess Kate Middleton is Going Through

January 22, 2013 By Chelsea 1 Comment

Since I have been pregnant four times, including a twin pregnancy, boy pregnancy and girl pregnancies, I could have sworn I knew it all (cough, cough). But then when the news came out that Princess Kate Middleton — a.k.a. William’s wife — was hospitalized for hyperemesis gravidarum, I had no idea what in the world [...]

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One Mom’s Story: When a Husband Has Cancer

January 17, 2013 By Chelsea 1 Comment

Though I’m just as addicted to Facebook as (pretty much) everyone else, sometimes it can be like a punch to the stomach when there is devastating news. As my husband knows, there have been times when I am casually checking in to see what my friends are up to when I suddenly have tears streaming [...]

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When Mommy’s in Rehab for Mental Health

December 3, 2012 By Chelsea Leave a Comment

Sometimes when I reflect on motherhood, the Coldplay lyrics come to mind, “Nobody said it was easy… No one ever said it would be this hard.” But what happens when it gets to be too much? This was the feeling Eileen Wolter had after the birth of her second child and, when exhaustion and depression [...]

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The Truth About Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder

October 15, 2012 By Chelsea Leave a Comment

Listen, I’m nice and spoiled. I live in San Diego, which hands down has amazing weather most days out of the year. However, as we do head toward our colder months (and by that, I mean some rainy days with some beach worthy days still in the mix!), I know that I can instantly feel [...]

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How to Deal With the Mom Bully

October 8, 2012 By Chelsea 5 Comments

Lately, I have had at least three different moms, who’s children all attend very different schools, tell me stories of dealing with THAT MOM. You likely know the one… she has her mouth whispering in everyone’s ear, the principal or preschool director wrapped around her finger and you’re only one missed volunteer opportunity away from [...]

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Vidazorb Probiotics

October 3, 2012 By Chelsea Leave a Comment

After my Doctor suggested I add a probiotic supplement to my daily intake, I received some from Vidazorb and must admit I am impressed. A chewable option, this particular probiotic does not require refridgeration and comes in different flavors such as pomegranate. You may recall that Alex previously wondered, Tweet

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Secret Foods That Reduce Anxiety

October 1, 2012 By Chelsea 3 Comments

With children comes the juggle and, before we moms know it, our anxiety can get the best of us. But are stress, depression, panic attacks and other mood problems treatable with food? Breezy Mama turned to expert Trudy Scott, who literally wrote the book on it: The Antianxiety Food Solution: How the Foods You Eat [...]

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The Truth About Women Needing Testosterone

September 24, 2012 By Chelsea Leave a Comment

Recently, after feeling more tired than usual, I had some blood work done to try and narrow down the culprit. To my surprise, I had incredibly low testosterone. And, well, to be perfectly honest, I didn’t even realize low testosterone was an issue for women. Naturally, I have made several jokes out of my now [...]

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How to Shave To Get That Smooth Skin (and be Rid of the Unwanted Stragglers)

August 6, 2012 By Alex Leave a Comment

You may be asking yourself, “How to shave? Doesn’t every woman know how to do that?” Well, I’m here to tell you no. You see I’ve been shaving for 16 years. That’s a pretty long time to be doing something, so I ought to be an expert. But I’m not. I’ll have a smooth pair [...]

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Why You Pee Your Pants

July 9, 2012 By Chelsea Leave a Comment

Okay… so (ahem) I’ve heard that sometimes after child birth women can’t control pee from leaking in between bathroom visits. If you have experience what is known as stress incontinence — a.k.a. peeing your pants — Breezy Mama turned to Dr. David Adler, Obstetrics & Gynecology, who appeared on Discovery channel TV show, “Make Room [...]

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