What's Up Wednesdays!
Reading to your child from an early age lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning and literacy. It's an enriching activity that not only strengthens the parent-child bond but also has a profound impact on a child's cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Join me today as I discuss summer reading: exploring the benefits and importance of exposing your child to reading and sharing some of my personal favorite reads for the summer and your personal library.

Articles:
Early Literacy - American Academy of Pediatrics
Five Fast Facts: Reading Under Threes - Zero To Three
Let's Talk About It: 5 Ways to Build Babies' Language and Communication Skills from Birth - Zero To Three

My Favorites:
For a list of my favorite children's books, head over to Pregnancy Concepts LLC to see my curated list in the "Stress Free Summer" section of my website.

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What's Up Wednesdays!
As we continue to embrace a stress-free summer, it's important for nursing mothers to feel comfortable and confident breastfeeding in public. Join me today as I share valuable tips for breastfeeding in public, highlighting the protections in place for nursing mothers, and what essential Prime Day products are available on Amazon to make your summer even more enjoyable.

Breastfeeding Law Resources

• A Better Balance - A Better Balance is the leading national nonprofit legal advocacy organization dedicated to work-family justice.
• Office on Women's Health - Established within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). OWH coordinates women's health efforts across HHS and addresses critical women's health issues by informing and advancing policies.

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Summer is a time for fun, relaxation, and making lasting memories with your family. However, for many parents, it can also be a season of stress, as they juggle work, childcare, and keeping their kids entertained. Here are some tips to help you and your family enjoy a stress-free summer.

Head over to Pregnancy Concepts to listen to past podcast episodes and download the freebies mentioned in today's episode!

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On today's episode we're going to talk about how to use my freebies as tools to maximize your own relaxation.

Freebies
Self-love/Self-Care Checklist
Reflection Exercise

Podcast
Nurturing Self-Love During Parenthood - Episode 1
Reflection Exercise - End of Self-love/Self-care Series - Episode 4

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What's Up Wednesdays!
Fathers, balancing work and family life is a dynamic and ongoing process. You play a crucial role in shaping your children's lives. Join me today as we discuss some strategies for a better work life balance.

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What's Up Wednesdays!

Men's Health Month serves as a vital reminder for fathers and men to prioritize their health. By adopting a proactive approach to health screenings, nutrition, exercise, mental well-being, and relationships, men can lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Today’s episode will celebrate fathers by supporting their journey to better health and well-being.

Men's Health Resources

Check out the following resources to learn more about important issues related to men's health.

• Men's Health Network
• Men's Health Resource Center
• USA.gov - Improving Men's Health

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In this episode, we'll discuss the crucial topic of pelvic health with Lynn Schulte, the founder of The Institute for Birth Healing. Lynn shares her expertise as a birth healing specialist and pelvic health physical therapist, addressing common postpartum issues such as the best ways to recover after childbirth and how to get rid of the postpartum pooch. Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical tips for improving your pelvic health after childbirth.

Resources Mentioned In Episode

A. Websites
Educational Platform: The Institute for Birth Healing
https://instituteforbirthhealing.com/

Clinical Practice: Center for Birth Healing
https://centerforbirthhealing.com/

Directory: Institute for Birth Healing Directory https://directory.instituteforbirthhealing.com/

B. Online Course
Confidence in Your Core, Pelvic Floor, and More https://instituteforbirthhealing.com/confidence-core-pelvic-floor/

C. YouTube Videos
How to Massage Your C-Section Scar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-VfUJ6JcWo
Close the Pelvic Bones After Birth
https://youtu.be/JRUPAwTN1P4?si=LboAGVpqZ2XW6vdm

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What's Up Wednesdays!
Join me for a candid conversation with Gina Mundy, attorney and author of "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth". Today we will discuss the importance of childbirth education and uncover the 13 crucial lessons that offer invaluable insights for navigating the labor and delivery process.

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Remember, as parents, do your best—there are no perfect parents, but countless ways to be loving and supportive. Signing off from the For Love of Parenting podcast. Thanks for listening. Until next time.