written by Jen Brady  |  updated July 24, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Here’s the scenario: peeing on a stick and getting a plus sign. Incredible feeling, right?Also a little overwhelming. What next? Congrats and no worries mama — read on to take the stress out and learn how to prepare for baby (they call it baby steps for a reason).If you haven’t already, start these. Your doc/midwife might give you some freebies at the office, but be leery and check out its rating from a legit third-party testing...…written by Jen Brady  |  updated July 24, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Here’s the scenario: peeing on a stick and getting a plus sign. Incredible feeling, right?Also a little overwhelming. What next? Congrats and no worries mama — read on to take the stress out and learn how to prepare for baby (they call it baby steps for a reason).If you haven’t already, start these. Your doc/midwife might give you some freebies at the office, but be leery and check out its rating from a legit third-party testing...WW…

written by Jen Brady  |  updated July 24, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Alright, it’s time to redefine the “fresh and clean” smell.Because you know what that typically is? Full of toxins. And you need to avoid that starting with pregnancy.It’s a simple switch, can actually cost less, and extremely important for the health of you and baby.This is part of the Pregnancy Safe Skin Care Guide found here.Best Detergent for Pregnancy (Powder)Buy on AmazonBuy on VitacostBest Detergent for Pregnancy...…written by Jen Brady  |  updated July 24, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Alright, it’s time to redefine the “fresh and clean” smell.Because you know what that typically is? Full of toxins. And you need to avoid that starting with pregnancy.It’s a simple switch, can actually cost less, and extremely important for the health of you and baby.This is part of the Pregnancy Safe Skin Care Guide found here.Best Detergent for Pregnancy (Powder)Buy on AmazonBuy on VitacostBest Detergent for Pregnancy...WW…

written by Jen Brady  |  updated October 20, 2022  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Welcome back to another session of pure unsolicited baby advice from Jen, chief green mama. Put on your stretchiest preg pants and settle in.Here’s a little secret: the baby industry is loaded with fluff baby stuff. I’d like to let you know really what not to put on baby registry.There are so, so many things out there marketed for babies, and new “must-haves” seem to pop up every day. A big part of being green is keeping it...…written by Jen Brady  |  updated October 20, 2022  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Welcome back to another session of pure unsolicited baby advice from Jen, chief green mama. Put on your stretchiest preg pants and settle in.Here’s a little secret: the baby industry is loaded with fluff baby stuff. I’d like to let you know really what not to put on baby registry.There are so, so many things out there marketed for babies, and new “must-haves” seem to pop up every day. A big part of being green is keeping it...WW…

written by Jen Brady  |  updated March 22, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Woah wait, are you here because you’re a first-time mom and totally frustrated with all the things your baby supposedly “needs”?That’s marketing, friend. And overwhelmed and frazzled is exactly how I felt after I realized I was bringing a little bean into the world.The fact is, I’m pretty simple and low-key with everything else, so why should this be any different?If you’re anything like me, you’re in the right spot. I’m going...…written by Jen Brady  |  updated March 22, 2023  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.Woah wait, are you here because you’re a first-time mom and totally frustrated with all the things your baby supposedly “needs”?That’s marketing, friend. And overwhelmed and frazzled is exactly how I felt after I realized I was bringing a little bean into the world.The fact is, I’m pretty simple and low-key with everything else, so why should this be any different?If you’re anything like me, you’re in the right spot. I’m going...WW…

written by Jen Brady  |  updated March 22, 2022  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.After a ridiculous rabbit hole that led me to weeks of research, I’ve learned what you choose for your baby absolutely matters. Trust me, pass on: harsh chemicals, carcinogens and hormone disruptors — things you obviously don’t want for your newborn.Even with things you’re unsure of (like is PEVA safe for babies?), I dig deep into the research. Say hello to: natural, non-toxic, organic, sustainable, chemical-free… all...…written by Jen Brady  |  updated March 22, 2022  Learn more.Connect with others from pregnancy through motherhood (on a free app). Join community now.After a ridiculous rabbit hole that led me to weeks of research, I’ve learned what you choose for your baby absolutely matters. Trust me, pass on: harsh chemicals, carcinogens and hormone disruptors — things you obviously don’t want for your newborn.Even with things you’re unsure of (like is PEVA safe for babies?), I dig deep into the research. Say hello to: natural, non-toxic, organic, sustainable, chemical-free… all...WW…