A Special Gown For A Special Day...

If you have 9 months to prepare and plan

what you will wear on one of the most

important and special days of your life....

Would you choose to wear
a faded, sack-like, chemical soaked hospital gown that has been worn by countless strangers?

You wouldn't think so.... but so many mom's do!

When I found out that we were expecting I started searching for things that would make my hospital experience extra special and when I came across Hot Mama Gowns I decided this alternative to the generic hospital gown was a Must-Have!

Hot Mama Gowns Help Mom's Look & Feel Their Best!

Childbirth is a beautiful thing....but let's face it....after all the laboring and pushing most mother's are far from beautiful and their appearance can use all the help it can get.

How many women can say that someone complimented them on their appearance while in labor or right after their baby was born?

Thanks to Hot Mama Gowns..... I can!

But vanity is not all that made Hot Mama Gowns a Must-Have for me.

First you need to understand.....I have a major issue with staying in hotels because I cannot stand sleeping in sheets that countless strangers have slept in before me. In fact, I try to wear as much clothing to bed as I can when staying in a hotel to keep my skin from coming in contact with the sheets.

I know that hospitals are much cleaner than hotels but I have the same feeling about hospital gowns that I do about hotel sheets. Thinking about all the bodies (not to mention bodily fluids) that have come in contact with that faded hospital gown kind of makes my skin crawl.

I can't help but wonder...when a patient dies in the hospital do they dispose of the gown?

Maybe knowing that hospitals sanitize their linens should comfort me but instead it just makes me think of all the chemicals that the fabric has been soaked in. So you can probably see why I also would not want a hospital gown to be the first fabric that my baby's skin comes in contact with.

I love that Hot Mama Gowns are made of organic cotton in a variety of fashionable prints and now they even offer luxurious swaddling blankets to match.

I love the design of Hot Mama Gowns as they don't look like your typical hospital gown but are still very functional. The gowns have a full snap-down back to keep mom's "assets" covered but still allows doctors easy access. The two individual ribbon-tied panels (that add so much style to the gown) also allow for quick, easy and discreet nursing.

I do have to tell you that one nurse

(obviously on a jealousy induced power-trip )

tried to keep me from wearing my own gown, telling me that it would get messy and that in an emergency situation they may have to cut it off of me.

I just told her that I understood and would take my chances (praying that wouldn't be the case)!

I am happy to report that my Hot Mama Gown is still in one beautiful piece and since we ended up having to stay an extra day in the hospital and I loved wearing my Hot Mama Gown so much... I sent my gown home with my husband to be laundered so that I could wear it the second day too. It washed up very nice and was so comfortable.

Hot Mama Gowns expand to fit your pregnant belly and contract for wear as nursing pajamas after your hospital stay. So it is something that you can continue to wear long after you have taken your baby home from the hospital as a nursing gown or you could always pack it away for your next hospital stay.

If you are expecting and want to treat yourself to something that will make your hospital stay extra special or are looking for a special gift for a mommy-to-be...

I would highly recommend checking out...
www.HotMamaGowns.com
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I would also like to note that Hot Mama Gowns

come beautifully packaged and ready for gift-giving.

I would like to thank Deidrea Haysel, The "Hot Mama" behind HotMamaGowns.com for sending me a gown (free of charge for this review) and for giving me the opportunity to share my Hot Mama experience with you.

A Memento That Really Meausures Up...

As I am nearing the end of my pregnancy I have been seeking out new ways to help me always remember this most special time in my life….time has gone by so quickly and our little man will be here before we know it …I want to preserve every detail that I can of this wonderful experience.
I have always been the nostalgic type. Old pictures, ticket stubs, notes, napkins, etc are some of my most treasured possessions….but keeping these sorts of things can take up a lot of space, be difficult to keep organized and people may start to call you a packrat. Yes I admit that my collection of mementos may be seen by many as a worthless mess….but the memories they evoke are priceless.
So I am always on the lookout for new ways to preserve special memories without so much clutter.

That is why I feel I have found such a perfect pregnancy keepsake….

The Mommy Measure…

and I am so excited to share it with you.



What Exactly Is The Mommy Measure?

It’s a pregnancy journal, timeline, growth chart and keepsake all in one.

The Mommy Measure allows you to track your belly’s growth (fundal height & circumference) throughout your pregnancy and document special moments and milestones on a cute keepsake measuring tape that comes with little heart stickers and a miniature sharpie for recording and preserving your pregnancy memories.

Why It’s A Must-Have:

• Small & Compact…. so keeping it won’t take up much space.

• Available in a variety of Boy, Girl, and Gender Neutral Styles….so you can choose a different one for each of your pregnancies…what a neat way to compare one pregnancy with the next.

• Designed to Last… made of a vinyl-like material so it is sturdy and water resistant….unlike paper keepsakes, you won’t have to worry that it will be destroyed if your child happens to discover it.

• Makes a unique gift or keepsake for any Mommy-To-Be.

• Convenient & Easy To Use…..document as much or as little as you choose.

• Your Measurements and Memories are All In One Place!

I hope that you will consider The Mommy Measure whenever you are seeking a special gift for a mommy-to-be or looking for a way to journal and create a special keepsake for your own pregnancy.
I invite you to visit www.MommyMeasure.com to check them out for yourself!

Please let them know that you heard about

The Mommy Measure

from

The Modern Mommy Must-Haves Blogspot!

I received no compensation for my review other than a free sample
of the product from The Mommy Measure.

Our First Official Giveaway

Since becoming pregnant I have been trying to watch what I eat and have been trying to make sure that I am not doing anything that could be harmful to my baby but I have also been feeling that I should be doing more to take better care of myself and to prepare my body for labor & delivery.When my sister told me that South Beach Prenatal Yoga was interested in having me do a review of their DVD I was excited but also a little concerned as I have never been very good about sticking with a workout routine. I knew that yoga could be beneficial during pregnancy but I really had no idea how beneficial. On their website I found a list of Prenatal Yoga Benefits:
Reduce aches and pains, Guided Meditation and Relaxation, Increase Circulation, Weight Management, Prepare Body and Mind for Labor and Delivery, Increase Overall Strength and Flexibility, Connect With Your Baby, Promote emotional well being, Strengthen pelvic muscles.
After reading this list I was even more excited about receiving the DVD. When it arrived I watched it one time all the way through (without actually participating) just so that I would know what to expect and what would be expected of me and to familiarize myself with what all was on the DVD.


I liked that in addition to the complete workout there were menu options that provide you with poses and postures for specific purposes, like relaxation or labor and delivery and there was even a section which included specific postures and self acupressure techniques for common pregnancy issues and discomforts.
Today I gave the 1-hour workout a try, reminding myself that the women on the video have been doing yoga for years and it was okay if I was not able to do the entire workout. I feel pretty good about what I was able to do and I feel pretty confident that I will be able to do more and more as I continue to work out with the DVD. I found it to be very relaxing, with soothing music and sounds playing in the background, and the instructor Jess Elizabeth speaking in a calming voice throughout the entire workout. I like the way she talks you through each pose & posture and the transitions between them so that you don’t have to continually keep looking up at the screen to make sure you are doing things correctly. Unlike going to a yoga class, I can use the DVD whenever it is convenient for me and in the comfort of my own home, without feeling like anyone is watching me or that there is pressure for me to do more than I am comfortable doing. If I had purchased this DVD it would have been a whole lot less expensive than taking a class too.

So if you want all of the benefits of taking a prenatal yoga class in the comfort of your own home head on over to South Beach Prenatal Yoga's Website and buy your DVD today. Please mention The Modern Mommy Must-Haves Blogspot when placing your order. When you order your DVD from www.SouthBeachPrenatalYoga.com

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It actually does....

South Beach Prenatal Yoga is offering a free South Beach Prenatal Yoga DVD to one lucky Modern Mommy Must-Haves reader.

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Post a separate comment for each entry telling me which you qualify for.

Please include your e-mail address so that I can contact you if you are selected as the winner.

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Once you have completed the Mandatory 1st entry you may do any (or all) of the following that you choose to qualify for additional entries:

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Amon Maternity Satisfies a Mom's Need for Comfort in Every Stage of Motherhood

This review was previously featured on The One Bored Mommy Blogspot:

I remember my back & belly aching during pregnancy. My tummy was so large, it stuck out like a torpedo (I am not exaggerating). I ended up purchasing a cradle contraption, towards the end of my fourth pregnancy, to help hold it up because it was painful to even walk. Now, since I've had four children, my "muffin top" from stretched out skin is a rather embarrassing new addition to my body. One I'd rather do away with or find a product that can help me conceal it. Especially since I am pretty slender...the bulge under my shirt is rather noticeable and not attractive at all.

~Courtney

So what's a mom to do? Is there a company that offers undergarments that can support a growing baby bump and then, help flatten and smooth out the leftovers? I've got exciting news for you...that my sister & I both get to share!
This is the first request we've had for a joint review and my sister & I were so excited to do it together. It made the distance between Connecticut and Texas so much closer. So brace yourself, as we introduce you to two different products that Amon Maternity offers.

Okay, so I have to admit that I was a little apprehensive about reviewing the Amon Behold Band….. Why? Well, I am not very far along in my pregnancy and so I wasn't sure that my tummy would be large enough for the band to provide me much noticeable back & belly support and I was also concerned that it would be uncomfortable as I cannot stand to wear anything that is too tight or binding around my stomach.

But I was pleasantly surprised by the support that it provided to my tummy and back even at this early stage in my pregnancy. I really feel that my posture is improved when I am wearing it. I also found the fabric & all-way stretch design of the band to be quite comfortable, providing a smooth seamless fit that was neither too tight nor too loose and didn’t look bulky under my clothes. The band features a tummy section which expands to provide comfortable support for the varying stages of pregnancy….so it will grow with me. I look forward to the comfort and support that my Behold Band will provide throughout the rest of my pregnancy.

Thanks Amon Maternity!

~Tiffany

I, on the other hand, was not apprehensive at all about this review. I was rather hopeful actually! HOPEFUL that this product, Amon's Forgive BodyShaper, could help my body forgive the torment of stretching and hide this pooch I have had from since giving birth to four kids.
So I slipped the Forgive BodyShaper on and pulled it up. Right away, I noticed a difference! The fit was tight, but not uncomfortable. Though it didn't magically make my extra skin disappear completely, it helped make a much smoother line under my t-shirt. This product is definitely something I will wear under a form fitting dress, to conceal any leftovers from pregnancy and helping me feel confident and "HOT".

~Courtney

So no matter what stage you are in life, you could probably find a product that Amon Maternity carries, that would appeal to your body in some way. Thanks Amon Maternity! Both my sister and myself will be getting a lot of use out of our new Amon undergarments!

Welcome!

Welcome to The Modern Mommy Must-Haves Blogspot,

a blog devoted to sharing Must-Have product reviews, giveaways, information and more for modern moms like you.
Let me share a little about myself….My name is Tiffany, I am 30 years old. My husband, Jason and I moved to San Antonio, Texas from California a few years ago (Still a California Girl at heart) and we are expecting our first child (a boy) July 1st. We could not be more excited!
I started out as the guest maternity/new baby blogger on my sister’s very successful blogspot, One Bored Mommy. But due to an overwhelming response we felt that it would be best to create a separate blog just for my reviews and giveaways….

Modern Mommy Must-Haves was born!
I am so excited to have you here as a reader of my blog (from the very beginning) and I look forward to sharing my experiences with you as I enter the second half of my pregnancy, set up a nursery and prepare for the arrival of our little man. I hope that you will continue to follow my blog as I anticipate a lot of exciting things ahead… for you & me!