2nd Trimester Must Haves 2018

NURYL & BELLYBUDS : The specialized BellyBuds speakers gently adhere to your baby bump and allow you to safely play memory-shaping sound directly to the womb. Whether it’s a soothing tune or a bond-forming voice message, BellyBuds is a safe and effective first step in connecting with your soon-to-be bundle of joy.

Nuryl is a High-Information Music baby app designed to supercharge your baby’s brain during a short period of time from 5 months prenatal to 2 years of age. It's during this time that your baby's tiny brain is developing more rapidly than it ever will in his or her lifetime. The Nuryl baby app and it’s musical curriculum is designed to stimulate your baby's brain through interaction while listening to our complex musical arrangements that are highly melodic, complex, and unpredictable. 

Read my Blog Post: Baby Brain Development 
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BURTS BEES MAMA BEE BELLY BUTTER : 99% natural belly butter Softens and smooths with cocoa, shea and jojoba butters Rich belly butter specially formulated for moms to be Moisturizes mama?s skin during and after pregnancy Fragrance-free belly butter keeps skin supple. 
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COCOKIND ORGANIC CHLOROPHYLL MASK : Natural & Safe during pregnancy, Chlorophyll is rich in antioxidants that are key to healthy and supple skin. This biomolecule can be found in abundance in organic chlorella, spirulina, and wheatgrass powders. When applied topically, chlorophyll purifies skin, helps relieve breakouts, and brings out our natural glow. 
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ACUPUNCTURE : In the second trimester you may start to feel some back pain (I experience hip joint pain as well) Acupuncture relieves this pain as well as any anxiety or stress. The practice is completely safe. It does not hurt but I have found some dull pain in the beginning when I am really sore in an area but within a few seconds it goes away. Make sure you go to acupuncturist who is Board Certified with NCCAOM. 
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YOGA MAT : ​With double sided non-slip surfaces, BalanceFrom All-Purpose Premium exercise yoga mat comes with an excellent slip resistant advantage to prevent injuries. Exceptional resilience allow you to keep your balance during any exercise style. moisture resistant technology makes the mat to be easily washed with soap and water. Easy strapping and light weight feature are added to this mat for easy transport and storage.
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HERBIVORE BOTANICALS COCONUT MILK BATH SOAK : The ultimate skin softening bath. Deeply hydrating coconut milk is the basis of this luxurious and indulgent bath soak, consisting of only four natural ingredients, leaving skin silky soft with a light scent of natural coconut + vanilla. All Natural: No preservatives, parabens, or sulfates.
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GREENBLENDER : Its important to have a well balanced diet during pregnancy. Get $10 off your first GreenBlender Box with Code: GBSAVE10. Skip or cancel anytime! Weekly subscription to healthy smoothies and cereals each week shipped to your door! 
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BELLY BANDIT UPSIE : This super-comfy band, made from our proprietary, earth-friendly SecureStretch material, molds to your changing shape to provide the perfect amount of support and relief. It can also be used post-delivery, with the hot/cold gel pack, for additional healing. The specially sized hot/cold gel pack, fits neatly into its own tailored pouch, to provide comfort during and post-pregnancy, where you want it most — up front, or around back! Use this belly band with acupuncture, prenatal massage therapy, and the coconut milk bath soak and you will be relaxed an pain free in no time!
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THE HYPNOBIRTHING BOOK : The best birthing book recommended by my Midwife. 2017 Revised and updated version  is a complete prenatal preparation which guides you to achieve the birth you want for you and for your baby. Childbirth can be an empowering and positive experience that you treasure for the rest of your life. KG Hypnobirthing teaches simple and gentle techniques that have a profound effect on you and on your baby. KG Hypnobirthing can reduce the need for pain relief and shorten labour, and you are more likely to experience a natural, calm, comfortable birth. It actively involves the father or birthing partner; you will both learn skills to instil confidence about the birth and your role as parents.