Archive for the ‘Breastfeeding’ Category

Mocktails for Modern Mamas

Thursday, July 3rd, 2008

When you have children, you make certain sacrifices. And of course when you look into those smiling faces, it is all worthwhile. But when you watch others sipping cosmos at a cocktail party or mint julips on Derby Day, perhaps you feel the slightest bit jealous? And very thirsty...parched even? When ...

Is Breast Always Best?

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

Dear Mamanista Readers, As you can tell from our frequent reviews of breastfeeding products, we're very pro-breastfeeding at Mamanista. But-- most importantly-- we are pro-mama. After her c-section and some other delivery complications, one of Mama Mwah's friends developed post-partum depression. She also was having a difficult time breastfeeding and suffered a painful nipple infection. Through all of ...

Win a Trendy and Practical Nursing Cover from Slurp & Burp

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

While breast may be best for baby, some mamas are reluctant to breastfeed because they aren't comfortable with breastfeeding in public and don't want to be stuck in their house for months. Stylish breastfeeding covers are a must-have for these mommies. Shortly before Baby Mwah was born, I received a Slurp ...

Best Nursing Pillow After C-Section

Thursday, April 24th, 2008

Back in February, I reviewed the Cuddoozle Nursing Pillow.  I gave the pillow rave reviews back then, but I didn't truly appreciate it until after my recent c-section.  I was able to prop the wide arms of the pillow on either arm of my glider chair and use the included Cuddoozle ...

Win a Nursing Cover from Love & Blessings

Wednesday, April 9th, 2008

We've told you about the beautifully packaged organic baby shower gift baskets available at Love & Blessings. You an even design your own custom organic baby gift basket. (read our review of the baby gift basket we checked out from Love & Blessings) Now, Love & Blessings would like to offer ...

Celebrities and Mamanista are fans of the Bravado Nursing Bra

Monday, March 24th, 2008

I heard that celebrity moms like Christina Aguiliera,  Jennifer Garner, Julia Roberts and Sarah Jessica Parker all wore nursing bras by Bravado. Celebrity moms can afford the very best, so it was nice to hear that their favorite nursing bra was so reasonably-priced ($45 at figleaves).  Since I've been looking for a nursing bra ...

Cuddoozle vs. Boppy: Which is the Best Nursing Pillow?

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

Many lactation consultants and doctors recommend the use of nursing pillows to reduce strain on your arms, shoulders and neck while feeding baby. The Boppy Pillow is probably the best-known nursing pillow on the market, but is it the best?  I purchased the Boppy because I didn't know there were any other ...

Products for Natural and Wholesome Parenting at Nature’s Child: Coupon and Contest

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

If you are looking for healthy and environmentally friendly products to help you parent naturally, Nature's Child has unique gifts, gear, and more. The owner of one of the best babywearing online stores, Along for the Ride, has opened Nature's Child, stocked with wholesome goods for mother and child.Of course, ...

Nurtured Family Coupon: 10% Off Everything (Deal of the Day)

Thursday, November 15th, 2007

In honor of the birth of their first daughter, Havilah Praise, Nurtured Family is having a storewide discount. Welcome Havilah!Click here to get the coupon code for 10% off everything in the store (Wednesday, Nov 14th to midnight ,Tuesday, Nov 20th).Nurtured Family products include Baby Slings like Sling ...

Outrageous Baby Carrier Sale at Attached to Baby!

Monday, July 9th, 2007

Attached to Baby is having an amazing Summer Clearance Sale!!!You take an additional 20% off these sale items PLUS an extra 10% off with coupon code MAMANISTA10! Once she's out, the sale is over, and our coupon expires July 18, 2007, so act fast!Some of the fabulous baby carriers on ...