Pregnancy Tips, Ultrasounds, and Spa Treatments | Becoming Mom Blog

Summer is in full swing and it’s been a hot one! Here are some tips to help keep you and all the kiddos safe this summer: This may seem obvious, but try to head outdoors during nonpeak hours (before 10am or after 4pm) when the sun’s rays aren’t at their strongest. Wear sunscreen!!! While pregnant, […]

It’s that time of year that we’re all looking for the perfect gift. Whether you are pregnant or not, a spa retreat is a gift that offers more than just pampering. 1. Self-Care! We all know Moms take care of a lot. A lot of people. A lot of work. A lot of cooking. A […]

Okay so it’s been far too long since my last blog, where does the time go? During the past several years that I have been at Becoming Mom, I have grown as therapist to see more clearly the needs of mothers and mothers to be. I would like to share some ideas that I have […]

The holidays are upon us in what feels like an incredibly rapid rate. It feels like just yesterday we were embracing summer and now we are looking ahead to 2017. Being pregnant during the holidays can be very exciting! Family and friends tend to gather more this time of year, giving you some bonus TLC […]

Wait. What IS a Doula? “A what? A doula?” This is the most common question I get at dinner parties, chance meetings, community events, meeting the parents of my child’s friends, etc. etc. “What do you do?” “I’m a doula … and a lactation counselor, and I teach. All birthy stuff.” “A what?” The worst […]

“Pregnant women should avoid sweets.” “Pregnant women should avoid exercise.” “Pregnant women should avoid cats.” The list of don’ts seems to greatly outweigh the list of do’s when it comes to pregnancy. There is such a vast checklist of things to avoid that it becomes a wonder the mother can even enjoy pregnancy outside the […]

Ultrasounds have been used for decades in a variety of capacities as a diagnostic tool. When it comes to pregnancy, ultrasounds offer an “inside” view or a sneak peek at a baby that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. While 2D ultrasounds can indicate the child’s size, structure, gender and even a two-dimensional view of the child’s […]

Guest Blogger – Nicole Hudson This article originally was published by Cincy Chic Publications. The countdown is upon us, Cincinnati ladies. Valentine’s Day is almost here, and most of you are just hoping to survive the next 24 hours, never mind thinking about what to get your significant other for V-Day. HELLO, pregnancy brain, who […]

Our team at Becoming Mom® Spa + Ultrasound are comprised of skilled technicians specializing in pregnancy and pregnancy-specific services for both prenatal and postnatal care. This means that when you receive a service at our spa, the technician working with you is an expert in not only the service you are receiving, but in prenatal […]

Pregnancy is a time for joy, preparation, and rest. As wonderful as it is, it can still cause stress related to medical bills, relationship issues, hormones, insurance, routine testing, not feeling well, and keeping up with everyday life while feeling tired and overwhelmed with decisions. It takes a lot of energy growing a tiny human! […]