Journal of a Mom ~ My Story

Feeling and being pretty are all in the same, you cannot have one without the other.  So your magical journey begins with the little secret that only a few select people know and soon it’s all about the baby. Much to my dismay the waiting room of the Ob/Gyn’s office left me concerned, not for myself, but the future of all the expectant and new “ Moms”, let me explain, as a seasoned professional in the beauty industry I naturally notice hair, nails, skin well you get the idea.  And as I sat waiting in the Dr’s office there are number of pregnant women waiting also, most of them in sweats and no make-up, really no attempt was made by these women to look good.  My mind was racing…why? I thought.  Does being pregnant mean you stop taking care of yourself? Is it all about the baby? How about MOM? Was this a silent epidemic? I began interviewing every expectant woman and clients who would answer my questions, what I found was shocking.  Most women are truly not sure what to do and not to do while expecting…. I always took my knowledge for granted during my pregnancies and felt it was time to share my professional insight for the greater good of expectant women, thus MaternitySalon was born.

As a mom of two beautiful children I have experienced different and enlightening pregnancies which have forever changed my soul.  The art of self care is first and foremost in a positive and beautiful pregnancy.  I know this to be true because I have found the state of your mind and attitude toward yourself and where you put your focus on will reflect in your beauty experience.  Now and always remember to care for mom first and then give to others, the first step toward well being and balance is loving yourself and the beauty of your changing body.  I love to share my personal and professional insight to help you savor the nine month journey and beyond to look and feel your best.

As always follow through with your physician and follow your gut, it will always speak your personal truth.

~Maria