If you suffer from back pain, getting through the day and performing errands can be incredibly challenging. When it comes to hitting the hay, if you’re in pain and finding it difficult to drift off, it’s likely that you will wake up feeling run down and low on energy. Thankfully, there are lots of useful tips that you can try out that may provide relief. If you’re not sure what to do, here are some strategies that you can implement to aid sleep and help you feel more comfortable. Find the Right Position There are certain...

This post may contain referral/affiliate links. If you buy something, Ecocentric Mom may earn a commission.  Feeding Every Craving Before I had my daughter, I was under the impression that pregnancy cravings were just that – cravings. I’ve never been particularly “thin”, thanks to my genetics, body type, and growing up playing soccer, but I figured if I could beat PMS cravings, this whole pregnancy craving thing would be a walk in the park. Oh, self. Oh my sweet, sweet, naive self. My first pregnancy was filled with cinnamon rolls, chocolate milkshakes and banana splits. I...

  To lose the pregnancy weight as quickly as you’d like, and feel healthier as you go through your postpartum period, it’s important to take good care of yourself. Getting enough nutrients is especially critical during this crucial time. Here are five tips for eating well to encourage a healthy you. 1. Healthy, More Youthful Skin You’ll need healthy skin to heal after giving birth. And what the body benefits from at this time is collagen. The name itself provides some clues as it’s based on ancient Greek where part of the word translates as ‘glue.’...