BREASTFEEDING AWARENESS MONTH

Did you know it's Breastfeeding Awareness Month? The percentage of mothers in the U.S. who breastfeed their children is higher than ever, according to a survey from the CDC. Seventy-seven percent of mothers in the U.S. breastfeed their children for some length of time. There are many benefits to breastfeeding for the mother and baby. Here's a few you may not have heard yet from Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine. Women who breastfeed are 50% less likely to develop breast cancer. Research has shown that breastfeeding can reduce the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Breastfed children are also less likely to have allergies, ear infections, and asthma. Breastfeeding is also much more cost effective. The average cost of breastfeeding per year is about $300, while the cost of formula is around $1000 to $2000 a year. If you're about to embark on your breastfeeding journey, let Posh Maternity help you with stylish nursing tops, dresses, and accessories. You'll look and feel great in nursing wear from Posh Maternity.

DOUBLE THE TWINS!

Is it just me or does it seem like there are twice as many twins being born lately? So many people I know and celebrities are having twins. Twins seem so much more comon, rather than a rareity anymore. Angelina Jolie, Lisa Marie Presley, Rebecca Romijn, Diane Farr, and Jennifer Lopez are just a few of the celebrities with twins or twins on the way. I wanted to find out if it was just a coincidence that I knew so many pregnant with twins or if there really was a twin increase occuring, so I did a little research. The amount of twins being born in the U.S. has actually more than doubled. There has been a 74 percent increase in the number of twin births from 1980 to 2000. About 3% of babies in the United States were born as a twin or multiple in 2000. So why the increase? Fertility treatments immediately came to my mind as the answer to the increase. Although fertility treatments has definately added to the increase, there are other reasons for the increase as well. Age is a big factor, your chances of having twins increases the older you are when you conceive. Another factor is having a family history of twins and your race can increase your chances. Twins are more common in African Americans and least common in Hispanics and Asians. The more pregnancies you have had can increase your chances and if you already have twins. So there are actually quite a few factors that increase your chances of having twins. Because so many celebrities are waiting until later to start their families, I wonder if this is one of the main contributers to the reason for the celebrity twin baby boom.

CALLING ALL HIP GRANDMAS!

So you're a grandma or soon going to be a grandma, but cringe at the thought of being referred to as grandmother. Maybe you envision rolled stockings, patio dresses, and a cane when someone calls you grandma. No need to fear, with our tees from Posh Mama, you can be hip, stylish, and grandma. Posh Mama's buttery soft tees are the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Grannylicious and Grandiva are great ways to boast your status of Grandma without ever saying the word. Posh Mama also has a chic, form fitting maternity tee for the mother-to-be. We find it amusing to know what names grandchildren give their grandparents. Post a comment and let us know what your grandchildren call you or what your children call your parents.

NURSING BRAS 101

Don't know when to buy nursing bras or what size you'll need? Your body goes through a lot of size changes during pregnancy. Your breasts will gradually get larger along with your rib cage as your pregnancy progresses. You will increase at least one cup size a couple of days after delivery when your milk comes in. Around 10-12 weeks after birth, your breasts will relax in size and weight and you will probably decrease back to the size you were when you were about 3-6 months pregnant. It's best if you purchase one or two nursing bras after your 36 weeks along and then build up a supply of nursing bras after the baby is 10-12 weeks old as your cup size will have decreased and probably stay this size until your finished nursing. Because your breasts will fluctuate in size during these 9 months and after delivery, may we suggest Bravado nursing bras. Bravado nursing bras grow with you and will accommodate for these size changes. Take it from me, your Bravado nursing bra will become your favorite bra. I still occasionally wear mine and I'm not even nursing anymore, just because it's so comfortable. Celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Cate Blanchett, Jessica Alba, Minnie Driver, Christina Aguilera, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Garner, Tori Spelling, Stella McCartney, and Sarah Jessica Parker agree that Bravado is one of the best.

LEGGINGS ARE BACK WITH A BANG!

Maternity leggings are still a great staple for your pregnancy wardrobe. Just ask celebrities, Nicole Richie and Jessica Alba. Both looked hip and comfy in their pairs of black leggings boasting a baby bump. Even if you thought you'd never wear leggings, you may just be hooked after trying them. Maternity leggings can be dressed up paired with a tunic or dress or be perfect for casual outings and yoga class paired with a maternity tank or tee. Check out our maternity leggings and give them a try. You're sure to find tons of stylish ways to wear them and their soft stretchy feel will make you want some in every color.