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Bubblecakes Unique Personalized Baby Blankets in March Issue of Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine!
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Check out our Retro Rocket Rascals personalized baby blanket in the March issue of Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine on sale now!
Our Rocket Rascals patchwork baby blanket was personalized with the name Harley in Red. This is a super cute Retro inspired baby blanket with rockets and space kids, polka dots and red retro rubber bands all arranged in a cute patchwork quilt backed with classic cotton chenille.
Our personalized baby blankets make the perfect baby gift. Great for newborns and baby showers. All of our personalized baby blankets ship out with in 3-5 days. Rush delivery available for an additional charge.
Pregnancy do’s and don’ts. What can you have and what should you avoid.
Friday, June 12th, 2009 | tips | No Comments
Things to Avoid
Over-the-counter medications –Limit these to remedies considered safe throughout pregnancy, including the pain reliever acetaminophen (Tylenol), antihistamines like Claritin, Zyrtec and Allegra, many antacids and prescribed narcotic pain relievers. Pain relievers like aspirin and those containing ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.), and the diarrhea medicine Pepto Bismol should be avoided because of their link to birth defects. Always check with your doctor before taking any medicine to be sure that it’s safe for you.
Alcoholic beverages, cigarettes and illegal drugs – The use of any of these during pregnancy has been linked to premature birth, low birth weight and serious birth defects. No amount has been determined as safe. Anyways most of these aren’t good for you either!
Cat litter –Who wants to do this anyway? Cat littler can contain a parasite called Toxoplasmosis gondii, which causes Toxoplasmosis, a disease that can be fatal to your fetus. This is one of pregnancy’s perks! Have your husband change your cat’s litter box; if you must do it, wash your hands thoroughly and carefully after changing the box yourself.
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Hair dyes – Studies have not shown hair dyes to be harmful to a fetus, but the FDA recommends being careful if you’re pregnant. Researchers have found that low levels of the dye can be absorbed into the skin and excreted into the urine. Limit your use of hair dye to after your first trimester, and use techniques that shorten your exposure to the dye.
Caffeine – Limit your intake to less than 300 milligrams a day (about two cups of coffee). The FDA has deemed moderate caffeine use as safe. But look into the amount of caffeine in your favorite beverages and foods; it can vary. One 8-ounce cup of coffee can contain anywhere from 57 to 350 milligrams; an 8-ounce cup of tea, up to 110 milligrams; a 12-ounce can of cola, up to 100 milligrams; a chocolate bar, about 30 milligrams; and a single espresso or cappuccino, about 100 milligrams. So keep your sanity and hit Starbucks, just order a tall!
Soft cheeses – Limit your intake to soft domestic cheeses made with pasteurized milk. Otherwise, avoid cheeses such as brie, camembert, Roquefort, feta, gorgonzola, as well as Mexican style queso blanco and queso fresco. These may contain the Listeria bacteria, which can cause miscarriage.
Certain large fish – Shark, swordfish, tilefish and king mackerel are all known to contain high levels of methyl mercury (thanks to industrial pollution in ponds, lakes and oceans). Mercury can damage the nervous system, especially in children and unborn babies. Visit the EPA’s Web site (www.epa.gov/ost/fish) for more information on risky seafood in different regions of the country.
Raw or undercooked meat, fish, eggs, and unpasteurized milk– These foods can carry bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli, which can make you sick and harm your fetus. Don’t eat any eggs with a runny yolk, and cook beef to at least 160º F.
Saunas and hot tubs – Studies have linked elevated body temperatures (102º F) to neural tube defects and miscarriages. (Also, be cautious with electric blankets, particularly during the first trimester, because of elevated body temperature.)
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Exercise – Thirty minutes per day will help you maintain weight, improve your fitness and reduce your stress. But steer clear of hockey, soccer and basketball (which have an abdominal trauma risk); skiing, horseback riding and gymnastics (which have a falling risk), and scuba diving (which has a decompression syndrome risk). Good choices include walking, swimming, yoga and pregnancy exercise classes. Contact your doctor if you experience dizziness, pain, contractions or vaginal bleeding during or after exercise.
Massage – It’s known to reduce pain during labor. And one recent study found that pregnant women who had a massage two times per week for five weeks experienced lower anxiety and stress levels, less back pain and better sleep patterns. I think the Dr. should make this mandatory! Don’t you???
Air Travel – Flying is generally safe during pregnancy, although some physicians caution against doing it during your last month of pregnancy (if you went into labor, you probably wouldn’t have access to medical care). Just keep well-hydrated and walk around the cabin every one or two hours to avoid any potential blood clotting.
Sexual intercourse – It’s perfectly safe at any time during pregnancy. Some have said that toward the due date that it can even induce labor??? Who Knows!
Check Bubblecakes Baby Blankets out in Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine!
Monday, May 11th, 2009 | News | 3 Comments
Bubblecakes baby blankets is making a splash in the May issue of Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine. They named our personalized baby blankets a “what’s hot now” pick! The baby blanket featured in this issue is our Summertime Baby Blanket. This personalized blanket features a summery floral print with classic yellow cotton cheinlle. Embroidered with baby’s name it makes the ultimate personalied baby gift! It’s all about adding that “just-for-me” touch!
