My Baby Is Not A Medical Event: Why I Chose A Homebirth
When I was about to give birth to my first child, I remember my OB walking into the delivery room, crossing her arms over her chest magnanimously and announcing, “Ok. I’m here. Now you can have this baby!” Then she stretched out her arms so the nurse could slip on her gown and tie the [...]
Fat Girl Follies: Diet Disasters & Triumphs
THE FAT BRIDESMAID I was 17. My cousin was getting married in a BIG Catholic ceremony and had asked me to be a bridesmaid. My prima was very stylish and instead of the usual frumpy, taffeta nightmare she had chosen a slim black sheath from a swanky boutique for her bridesmaid’s dresses. I was so [...]
My Video Store Love Story & Five Movies About Love You Never Heard Of
In 2005, I started working at a local video store in Brooklyn called Reel Life South. Some people—including my (now ex-) husband—thought “video store clerk” was a strange choice for me. After all, I had worked as an Associate Producer at a big magazine’s website for four years, and I’d just finished up a huge [...]
Dramatic 911 Tape: Wife Saves Husband with CPR
Kudos to Deanna Brigidi-Stewart and Los Angeles Fire Department Dispatcher Al Camacho, who worked together to save the life of Deanna’s husband after a heart attack. The supportive dispatcher, also a trained firefighter, calmly walked her through CPR, the first and only time she’s ever performed it. Her husband has recovered fully, according to news [...]
What Women Want in Bed, But Never Ask
Although good communication in a couple’s relationship is essential for its ever-lasting success, some women find it hard to talk to their partners about what they want in bed. Moreover, the effects—short- and long-term—of not talking to your partner about your wishes, desires, fantasies, likes and dislikes, needs, and wants in bed can be very [...]
Blind Dog Rescued, Sees Again
One of the most heart-warming tales of dog rescues we’ve seen. Fiona went from flea-infested to fabulous! The once blind dog’s sight was restored. Dare you to watch and not be moved. For more fantastic MamiTV videos and content, visit Mamiverse!
Beyonce, World’s Tiniest Dog a Survivor
Talk about a survivor! This little pup, the runt of the litter, was born not breathing, but with a little CPR and mouth to mouth resuscitation managed to survive, resulting in her being named after Beyonce, who along with her former Destiny’s Child trio sang the song, Survivor. Weighing in at only four ounces and [...]
Mindblowing Orgasms Keep The Doctor Away
They say that sex is like tennis: when it’s good, it’s awesome. When it’s bad, it’s still pretty good. Although this say may sound funny, there are many health benefits to sex. Moreover, if you reach an orgasm, the experience is not only pleasurable, but it can also lead to an enhanced health. Doctors and [...]
Diary of a Diabetic, Part 1
Editor’s Note: Diabetes has been described as an epidemic among Latinos and is expected to affect half of the U.S. population by 2020. Type 2 Diabetes affects 1 in 10 Latinos, and Mexican-Americans are the most affected by this disease, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. Latinas [...]
Hope Survives in This Negative World
If you watch the news, you are keenly aware of how horror and anger and vulgarity get all of the press. But all of us have those little stories to tell of weird coincidences or happy encounters that give you a sense of fulfillment and hope. This past week, was a good one for many [...]
