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Bra Basics: Measuring Yourself for a Bra

By Heidi Schertz July 16, 2021 | 2021 bras postpartum pregnancy tips pumping | 0 comments

Have you struggled to shop for bras online but you haven't been able to get into Close to the Heart to find your perfect fit? That's totally OK. I'm going to walk you through how to shop for a bra online, how to measure, and what to look for in...

Meet the Team: Heather

By Heidi Schertz July 09, 2021 | 2021 | 0 comments

Name: Heather Lenox, but I'll answer to mommy, mama, ma, and mamamamamama What do you do at Close to the Heart? I help out with social media and try to be an all around cheerleader. What is your favorite thing about working at Close to the Heart? I'm honestly just passionate about...

Back to Work & Pumping

By Heidi Schertz July 02, 2021 | 2021 postpartum pumping | 0 comments

Are you heading back into the office? For many of us that means that we will be pumping more often. Let's talk quickly about how to make pumping an enjoyable experience and what you can do to have a successful pumping experience. 1. Get comfy! The more comfortable you are...

Road Trips & Pregnancy: 5 Tips to Stay Comfortable

By Heidi Schertz June 25, 2021 | 2021 pregnancy tips travel | 0 comments

It's officially the summer of the road trip! I'm so excited. Being pregnant while road tripping can lead to its own challenges. But don't fear! I definitely spent a lot of time in the car while pregnant and learned a thing or two about comfort. Also before we start with...

Why We Support Mom's Mental Health Initiative

By Heidi Schertz June 18, 2021 | | 0 comments

Who do you turn to when it's not going well after baby is here? The baby blues have run their course and your hormones are returning to normal. But you aren't. Who do you turn to when you aren't OK during pregnancy? Do you know that there are providers that...

Maternity Necessities: What DO You Need to Buy?

By Heidi Schertz June 11, 2021 | | 0 comments

We get some questions a lot. What do I need to buy? How many do I actually need? Do I need to buy a bra now or can I wait? Today we're going to talk about what we consider Maternity Essentials. Like something you see? Just click the picture to...

I'm an overwhelmed parent and I'm not the only one

By Heidi Schertz June 04, 2021 | | 0 comments

Today was a hard day. Yesterday was hard too. Honestly, these past few months have really taken their toll on me. I know that technically the pandemic is slowing down, however, life seemed a lot easier when I had nowhere to go. Now that I'm starting to transition back to...

Meet the Team: Heidi

By Jessica Featherstone May 28, 2021 | | 0 comments

Name: Heidi What do you do at Close to the Heart? Retail consultant (aka helping you feel comfortable and beautiful during this crazy transition), Blogger, Occasional Social Media Maven, Sounding Board and Store Reorganizer What is your favorite thing about working at Close to the Heart? I love helping you deal...

How doing my nails made me slow down

By Jessica Featherstone May 21, 2021 | | 0 comments

This is a story about how doing my nails lead to me truly doing self care for myself. Let's be 100% real, having your nails done once or going to a massage once is great but it doesn't address the underlying issues of needing self care. I (like many of...

Spring 2021 Trends for Maternity

By Jessica Featherstone May 15, 2021 | | 0 comments

As I write this, it's an amazing 68 degrees Fahrenheit here in Wisconsin and the birds are chirping away. We've started leaving our windows and doors open during the day. Spring is getting in full swing. Which means, Spring FASHIONS! I'm excited to showcase a few cute ideas for spring...

I'm pregnant, when should I buy a maternity bra?

By Jessica Featherstone May 07, 2021 | | 0 comments

One question that I frequently receive is "I'm currently pregnant. When should I buy a maternity or nursing bra?" Here's the thing, while some people will tell you that you should buy in a certain month, it's really based on your body and your needs. If you are uncomfortable in...

Meet the Team: Hannah

By Jessica Featherstone April 30, 2021 | | 0 comments

Name: Hannah Berman What do you do at Close to the Heart? I’m a General Manager focused on the people side of our business. What is your favorite thing about working at Close to the Heart? Meeting other mothers and having the opportunity to empower moms in our community. Also...