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These Instagram Gym Guys Are Full Beast Mode
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There are the World's Strongest Men and there are the Fittest Athletes on Earth (Crossfitters). And then there are the Beasts of Instagram, and it's about time they got their due, too.
The fitness game has changed. Once upon a time, the greatest feats of strength could go unnoticed, viewed by only a select few who saw things happen live, or watched them on TV, or went hunting on YouTube. But the rise of Instagram has changed all that, allowing any and all fitness freaks to post their latest and greatest athletic accomplishments.
Now, the greatest titans of training showcase their strength every day, piling up views and likes. And whether they're teaching moves you can add to your own gym routines or just drawing gaggles of "oohs" and "ahhs," they have us glued to Instagram.
When you see the very best Beasts that Instagram has to offer, it’s easy to understand why:
The Most Powerful Beasts
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The following men were chosen for the sheer power and strength of their Instagram feats.
Mike O'Hearn
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They don't come much stronger than Mike O'Hearn, 48, a one-time bodybuilder who rose to prominence during his years as "Titan" on "American Gladiator." He still refers to himself as the Titan, and given that big incline bench, we can't argue with him much.
BEAST RATING (just how jaw-dropping is this Instagram?): 5 stars
TRAINER RATING (our assessment of how much you can learn from his videos): 3 stars
Simeon Panda
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Not only does Simeon Panda lift heavy weights, but he dares to use them on motions other than the big three (deadlift, squat and bench press), impressing with curls and lesser-known shoulder presses that mere mortals might not even attempt with lighter loads.
BEAST RATING: 5 stars
TRAINER RATING: 3 stars
Larry Wheels
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There are deadlifters, and then there's Larry, who could probably deadlift your car for you in a pinch.
BEAST RATING: 5 stars
TRAINER RATING: 3 stars
Jujimufu
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Cross WWE star Hacksaw Jim Duggan with Marvel's Thor and sprinkle in odd gymnastics talents and you get Jon Call, who lifts very very big weights in very very strange ways.
BEAST RATING: 5 stars
TRAINER RATING: 0 stars
Brad Castleberry
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Brad Castleberry calls himself the "Manimal," and for good reason, when you check out that . . . 1,080-pound deadlift. Viewer beware, though: Some corners of the web have accused him of photoshopping his weights.
BEAST RATING: 5 stars
TRAINER RATING: 0 stars
MOST ATHLETIC
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The following men were chosen for their ability to combine fantastic strength with impressive athleticism on the 'Gram.
Steve Weatherford
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Since being cut as Giants punter two years ago, Steve Weatherford has redefined himself (and bulked up considerably) as the creator of the Armageddon arm workout. And yes, his V-bar shoulder press move is worth trying.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 5 stars
Cade Cowdin
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Another former football player, Cade Cowdin's gone from working out to become an NFL linebacker to teaching others how to work out.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 3 stars
Terron Beckham
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Terron Beckham is the cousin of Giants star Odell Beckham Jr., and the bloodlines definitely show, even if his 2016 NFL training camp cameo with the Jets didn't put him on the path to football stardom.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 2 stars
BEST TEACHERS
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The following men were chosen for the way their Instagram accounts showcase strength moves while simultaneously imparting gym knowledge and wisdom.
Julian Smith
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The renowned Julian Smith is one of the most creative training personalities on Instagram. You can't learn many of his moves anywhere else.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 5 stars
Joe Donnelly
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Another former NFL player (albeit briefly), Joe Donnelly can move big weights with the best of them, but advocates technique and clean eating habits, too.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 4 stars
Jeff Cavaliere
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Jeff Cavaliere is far from the biggest guy on this list, but few on Instagram break down anatomy and technique better than this former Mets physical therapist.
BEAST RATING: 2 stars
TRAINER RATING: 5 stars
Eric Cressey
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A veteran performance coach who's worked with plenty of baseball players, Eric Cressey has a potent bench press for a man who weighs less than 180 pounds.
BEAST RATING: 1 star
TRAINER RATING: 5 stars
MOST ENTERTAINING
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The following men were chosen because of how their Instagram accounts showcase amazing feats of strength in ways that are innovative and incredibly fun to watch.
Tony Sentmanat
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If you want to see a workout that's equal parts crazy and powerful, you want to see Tony Sentmanat do his thing in the gym.
BEAST RATING: 5 stars
TRAINER RATING: 1 star
Bradley Martyn
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Anyone can go to the gym to lift weights, but Bradley Martyn has made his social media name by routinely lifting the gym's girls, too.
BEAST RATING: 3 stars
TRAINER RATING: 1 star
Tom Finn
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There are many ways to train legs. And then there's powerlifter Tom Finn doing weighted wall-sits like this.
Yes, he's powerful.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 0 stars
Ulisses
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You may not find a better set of abs on Instagram. And no wonder, when you see the unique exercises Ulisses uses to train his core.
BEAST RATING: 3 stars
TRAINER RATING: 1 star
POUND-FOR-POUND STARS
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The following men were chosen because they prove that Herculean strength doesn't always come in a hulking package.
Michael Vazquez
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The ripped-up Michael Vazquez lacks the awe-inspiring size of Panda and O'Hearn, but he may be the most well-rounded example of strength around, capable of doing plenty of bodyweight pull-ups and push-ups and lots of Crossfit-style training .
. . or pulling a Jeep.
BEAST RATING: 4 stars
TRAINER RATING: 2 stars
Matt Kido
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Matt Kido's Instagram handle is a homage to a jacked character from "Dragon Ball Z," a Japanese anime series, which is fitting since Kido looks pretty jacked himself.
BEAST RATING: 2 stars
TRAINER RATING: 2 stars
*Did we miss an Instagram Beast? Let us know at @menshealthmag on Twitter or Instagram.
Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., is the fitness director of Men's Health and a certified trainer with more than 10 years of training experience.
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“I have finished crying. Can I use the handles?" What are the age crises in children? Or do they have a crisis every year? We asked a psychologist
We are talking about children's age-related crises with children's evidence-based psychologist Olga Viktorova from DocDeti. What are they and why do they arise? What should parents do during these periods? And what - it’s better not to (although you really want to)?
"Get in the moment, you bastard!" Graduation is a holiday for a child and hell for his parents.
Or is it the other way around? Graduation season is a hectic and anxious time not only for children, but also, of course, for parents and teachers. We talk about how to survive all this with minimal stress (and is it possible), and also remember our school graduations.
"Madam, you have a child without pants." Yes, our children sometimes behave unbearably. Including on people! We recall the funniest situations - and tell how we coped with them (spoiler: it was not always possible)
How do our children behave in public places? Let's be honest: sometimes it's just awful. But that's okay, they're kids! We recall the funniest childhood antics - and we understand that in fact there is nothing to be ashamed of.
"He didn't seem to love me." How do families with children diagnosed with autism live? We asked Olga, the mother of 11-year-old Sasha - he goes to a regular school and loves music
From the second of April to the end of the month, actions are held around the world dedicated to Autism Awareness Day.
With the assistance of the Vykhod Foundation, we are talking with Olga from Voronezh — she devoted her whole life to the adaptation of her son with autism.
"I don't want to give the floor to those who think it's okay to beat children." Why do we need parenting media? And what worries their readers now? Lena Averyanova, Editor-in-Chief of "No, It's Normal"
Lena Averyanova, editor-in-chief of projects for parents "No, It's Normal" and Chips Journal, is a guest of the podcast. We talk with her about the complexities of modern parenthood, "hype" topics and stereotypes about mothers that are very annoying.
"Stupidity on Instagram is not always bad." The child is growing, and it is time to start thinking about his future profession. But he is not interested in anything! How can I help him decide?
We are talking about career guidance for children and teenagers. At what age is it time to think about a career? Is it worth helping a child find his own business? Or is it better to just not interfere? And if it’s worth it, then where to start?
"Who is more dear to you - a spider or a mother?" We really love family trips to the country.
And we hate them! We remember our childhood and tell village stories Why do we love and hate trips to the country with the whole family? Do modern children really need a rural holiday? And what is more in the village - rest and pleasures or worries and dangers? We discuss in the new spring issue - by the start of the summer season.
"I'm bad and I can't do anything." Our children also have depression. And what - to lead to the doctor? We asked the child psychiatrist Artem Novikov
How to recognize depression in a teenager who is already gloomy? Or ADHD in an active baby? Where does the norm end? Which conditions can be cured and which can only be corrected? And also - why is it so important to know the diagnosis?
"Life ends - and that's okay." How to talk to children about death and help them cope with the loss? We asked the psychologist of the children's hospice "House with a lighthouse" Alena Kizino
How to choose words? Is it always worth telling the truth? Or is it sometimes better to lie so as not to scare the child? We discuss how to talk with children about death and serious illnesses (for example, close relatives).
"Let them judge me, it's not my problem." The story of the "Sunday mom" Olga Eremeeva: she left the child to be raised by her parents to pursue a career - and she does not regret
When the heroine of this issue had a son, she lived with him only for the first three months. And after that, she entrusted his upbringing to his grandparents, moved to another apartment and focused on his career. We are talking with the “Sunday mom” about her parenting experience.
"Record grandma on the recorder." How to start learning about your family history? And is it necessary to study it? We asked the genealogist Irina Feshchenko
Elderly relatives leave with time, we have our own children, and now the main keepers of family history are ourselves. But what if we know almost nothing about her? Genealogist Irina Feshchenko tells how to fill in the gaps.
“Your mother must be drunk!” We are constantly given unsolicited advice about raising children - relatives, friends, and even passers-by.
How to respond to all these people? “Why is the child without a hat?”, “Sign up with a speech therapist”, “Be stricter with him, otherwise you will spoil him!”. We discuss unsolicited advice that parents receive in huge quantities from those around them. We are also trying to figure out how to react to all this.
"The choice between potatoes and pasta in the family is also a democracy." Is it worth talking to a child about politics? Or is it childish?
Politics is everywhere, even on tiktok. Maybe it's time to talk about it with the child? And how best to do it? And in what words to tell the younger members of the family about the difficult periods of history - for example, about the Stalinist repressions? We asked Alexandra Polivanova.
"I would definitely not approve of communication with Carlson." What kind of friends do our children choose? And is it necessary to influence their choice?
Discussing childhood friendship. Should parents somehow influence her? Or will the child certainly figure it out on his own with friendship? Wait, what if he gets in touch with a bad company? And what if other children, on the contrary, become friends against him?
"I'm buying this for the little girl inside me.
" We give gifts to children all the time - toys, sweets, gadgets. Isn't it time to slow down? Should gifts for children be pleasant or useful? Is it worth giving them for no reason? Or is it just annoying? And by the way, why are gifts still divided into stereotypical categories "for boys" and "for girls"?
"Once a day the soup should be in the stomach." We start the third season of the honest podcast about motherhood "You're a mother" - with a conversation about what children love to eat (and what we should do about it)
In the first episode of the third season of the honest podcast about motherhood "You're a mother" Nastya Krasilnikova, Alexandra Dovlatova and Anastasia Khartulari talk about children and their eating habits. And they also tell what new things happened to them during the winter holidays.
"Potatoes are dancing in a pot, I'm dancing with mayonnaise." We are discussing New Year's traditions and trying to uncover the festive mood - in the season finale!
It's hard to believe, but this difficult year is almost over.
It's time to discuss the celebration of the New Year - or rather, family New Year's traditions, which we ourselves love very much and try to pass on to our children.
"We are so tired that we are even tired of being afraid." With 2020, everything is clear - it would soon end. But the stress never ends! What to do? We asked a psychologist
By the end of December, it seems that there was no strength left at all. And what to do with it? How to bring yourself back to life when even the New Year is no longer happy? What if 2021 is just as unpredictable? And has something good happened to us that we may not have noticed?
Should I take my husband for childbirth? We are discussing with two women: one gave birth with the father of the child, the other refused to do so
childbirth and left her husband at home. True, she later regretted it.
“Are you sexually active? And also a researcher!” How to understand whether a good gynecologist or not? Do you often need to visit him? What about during pregnancy? We asked Tatyana Rumyantseva
We invited obstetrician-gynecologist Tatyana Rumyantseva to visit and asked her important questions about women's health, which can be embarrassing to voice.
How often do you need to visit a gynecologist? What examinations exactly need to be done during pregnancy? And is it harmful to do an ultrasound?
"This is Katya, she will stay overnight with us." What to do if the child fell in love? Or is it better for parents not to interfere?
Many things happen for the first time in childhood, including falling in love. And the first love is not only butterflies in the stomach, but also tears and pain. How do our children fall in love? Is it worth taking it seriously? And how should parents behave in general so as not to harm?
"There is no false hope, only false despair." How do families live in which children with special needs grow up? We asked the father of a girl with Kleefstra syndrome
What is it like to raise a child with special needs? What difficulties and doubts arise along the way? And how is the daily life of the family built? We are talking to Igor Gromov, who, together with his wife, is raising a 13-year-old girl, Katya, with a rare Kleefstra syndrome.
"Not a difficult child, but a child who is having a hard time." Why do children turn into bullies? And what should parents do about it? What about teachers?
We are talking about the difficulties children face in school. And also about children with difficult behavior: what it is and how to deal with it. And for both parents and teachers. And Lilya Brainis, director of the Shalash Foundation, helps us figure this out.
"The libido waves its hand and leaves." We are talking with sex blogger Arina Vintovkina about how intimate life changes with the advent of children
We are talking about sex coupled with the appearance of children. Does he even exist? How to return to the "big game"? How about accepting your new body and feeling sexy again? We asked Arina Vintovkina, a popular sex blogger and journalist.
"This is a war zone." How to survive on the playground?
We are talking about the rules of behavior (or, rather, survival) on playgrounds.
And we also tell how we ourselves get out of a variety of courtyard conflicts with other people's children and their parents.
You're a mother podcast is back on the air! In the first episode of the new season, we discuss why women have so much housework - and what to do about it
In the first episode of the new season of our honest podcast about motherhood, You Are a Mother, we talk about household chores. How to stop dragging them on yourself and persuade your family to help you? And also, is it possible not to get annoyed with each other because of a dirty cup?
Maybe you don't have to go to school? Talking to the mother who let her son study at home - in the season 9 finale0123
How does homeschooling work? How to switch to it? Will you have to watch the child all the time? How to work then? And will a homeschooling graduate be able to pass the notorious USE? Irina Shimko tells - her son Lenya studies at home.
"Something breaks inside." After giving birth, I feel sad and bad all the time.
Is it postpartum depression or baby blues? And now what i can do? We are talking about postpartum depression and other mental difficulties of mothers with Daria Utkina, a psychologist, doula and one of the creators of the "Take Care of Yourself" project. When is it time to sound the alarm? And how to cope with everything when the forces are already running out?
"They're at a party, I'm putting my daughter to bed." Keeping friendships with childless friends after the birth of a child - does it even happen?
How to deal with friends from a past life - when you did not have children yet? Now it’s definitely not possible to spontaneously meet or rush to a party. Even finding half an hour for a short telephone conversation is not always possible. And what, the end of friendship?
"Mom, I didn't like it there." School years are wonderful? Or still terrible? Concerned Parent Issue
Nastya Krasilnikova and Anastasia Khartulari, whose children are still small, are bombarding Alexandra Dovlatova with questions, who has already sent two to school.
Are backpacks heavy? Are parent-teacher meetings scary? And how do they feed in the canteen?
"The main thing is that your foolishness coincides with her foolishness." How to decide on a nanny?
The decision to hire a nanny is not always easy. How to overcome fear and trust a stranger with the most precious thing - your child? And of course, how to find "your" nanny who will please both children and parents?
Children get sick all the time, and they also fall and break their knees. We tell how we cope with it (to be honest, with varying success)
We talk about how to survive childhood illnesses, injuries, scratches, bruises - and not go crazy. And is it possible not to take all this so close to heart at all.
"Motherhood is not a cross at work, but a sign of quality." We are talking with Anna Zyryanova, the founder of SelfMama, about how to build a career after the decree
What is the secret of the balance between motherhood and work? How can women protect their rights? And what companies support "family" employees? Says the founder of the SelfMama project, which helps women combine career and motherhood.
"I'm sitting and making a fucking snowflake." In which circle to send the child? And what if he wants to quit?
All the extra activities for kids look so necessary and useful! Yes, and all the parents I know have been taking their children to two or three circles a week for a long time, but am I worse? Wait, does a child really need all this?
"'You girl, be wiser' is unhealthy bullshit." Gender stereotypes are outdated. Is it possible to raise a child without them?
"Boys don't cry", "girls must give in" - we have heard these phrases many times. Although it seems that the boundaries between "male" and "female" are gradually blurring. What qualities do we want to instill in children depending on gender? Or regardless of it?
"Dad is a holiday, but only mom is entrusted to wipe the butt." A child loves one parent more than the other. This is problem?
Children often prefer one parent to another. It is the "pet" who receives a special location, affection and the monopoly right to bathing, walking together and reading books.
Should I do something about it? Or is it just a phase that will pass by itself?
Deprive of cartoons, put in a corner and spank - all these methods of education are outdated. But how should children be punished? And is it necessary?
Is it worth depriving sweets for educational purposes? And what can you finally do so that the children begin to obey you? We discuss children's punishments - can they be humane and help correct the child's behavior (if it needs to be corrected at all).
"They say love saves everything, but that's not true." Editor Yana Sokolova gave birth to three children and took three more from an orphanage. How did she decide on this?
Being a parent is a lot of work, and even more so being a foster parent. Especially when it comes to a child who was taken from an orphanage as an adult. Is it difficult to find an approach to it? The mother of many children, Yana Sokolova, says - she is raising three blood and three adopted children.
"First I solve problems, then I whine." Single motherhood is a lot of work. We are talking to Elena Borovaya, who is raising her son alone, manages to make YouTube shows and go on dates
Of the 17 million Russian families, almost six million are incomplete. And mostly we are talking about women who raise children alone. We are talking with Elena Borova about single motherhood, defending your boundaries and life hacks that help you not burn out.
"This is the most effective way to prevent child mortality." We spent an hour asking the pediatrician about childhood vaccinations. And it seems that everyone knows about them!
Why do you need to be vaccinated at all? Why do so many people refuse to vaccinate themselves and their children? And how justified are their fears? Explains Olga Lugovskaya, an evidence-based pediatrician and mother of four children.
"Everyone around me kept getting pregnant, but not me." Evgenia Markova went through five IVF procedures.
We talked to her about the difficult path to motherhood What is IVF? How is it carried out? What are the chances of success? Is it really insanely expensive? And are only twins always born? We are talking to Evgenia Markova, a woman who became pregnant and gave birth thanks to the in vitro fertilization procedure.
"The doctor said dryly that there is no heartbeat." Every fifth pregnancy does not develop. We are talking with Oksana Makhrova — she has had three missed pregnancies
Almost every fifth pregnancy will not end in childbirth. And one of the most common reasons for this is the so-called miscarriage. What causes a pregnancy to "freeze"? And why do so many women face this, but few share it?
"My son is a tiktoker". The child is literally stuck to the phone - is this normal?
Modern children from the cradle are able to masterfully use smartphones, tablets and laptops. And for parents, this is another cause for concern. But what if gadgets prevent the baby from developing? Maybe we should forbid him to look at the screen so often?
The number of cases of domestic violence has increased during the pandemic.
How to protect yourself and help the victims? We asked the experts We are talking about the problem of domestic violence (including during the pandemic) with FemFest journalist and organizer Lola Tagaeva, and Chiara Kondi, activist and head of the non-profit organization Led By Her.
“It wasn’t me who was supposed to go on maternity leave, but my husband.” Is it necessary to sacrifice a career for the sake of a child? Or can it be combined?
Combining motherhood with work, especially in the first years of a child's life, is incredibly difficult. How to find a balance between career and family? And are there any bonuses from being a working mother? (Spoiler: yes!)
"The child runs to you - and you are already happy." You have asked us many times to tell you about the joys of motherhood. Well, that day has come!
You often write that the hosts of the "You're a Mother" podcast talk about their parenting experience in a very negative way. Like, parenthood is not only anxiety and stress.
And we don't argue! Therefore, we recorded a very positive episode about the joys of motherhood.
Maternal instinct does not exist. What?! We are discussing with naturalist Evgenia Timonova how parenting works from the point of view of biology
The first guest in our podcast! This is the host of the program “Everything is like animals” Yevgenia Timonova. We discussed with her why the “natural” ability of women to handle children is actually a stereotype and whether it is true that equal parenting is inherent in us.
"His first word was dog." The child dreams of a pet. Decide? Or is it better not to?
Children often ask their parents to take home a puppy, a kitten, or at least a hamster. But this is additional trouble! How to understand that the family and the child are ready for such responsibility?
"Paid kindergarten is more expensive than a good university." How to raise a child and not go broke?
There is an opinion that children are expensive.
It turns out that you need to prepare for pregnancy not only physically, but also financially, that is, save up? Isn't it worth giving birth without a financial cushion? Or is it not so serious?
"I don't want my son to grow up to be a toxic macho!" How to raise a child so that he becomes smart and kind? Or does education have nothing to do with it?
He is not rude, behaves modestly, respects adults and brings straight A’s from school – this is how the generation of our parents saw a “well-behaved child”. What now? And what is education anyway?
White, red, cognac. Not at the same time!” We are very worried about ourselves and our children. How to deal with it?
"Anxious mother" - this is how they say about women who, according to others, worry too much about their children. But is it not natural to worry about a child? What is behind parental anxiety? And is it necessary to fight it?
"Sometimes you can listen." We are raising children, grandparents too.
How can we all not quarrel? It's not easy with grandparents. We have our own ideas about raising children, our parents have their own. And, of course, they are sure that they know everything better than us. Quarrels are almost inevitable, but you really want the family to live together. How to achieve this?
"I would trust him with my worst secret." My child - what kind of person is he? And when does he get character?
"He has character!" or “She has a difficult character” - we often hear this not only about adults, but also about children, or even say something similar about our own. But what does this mean? How to understand what kind of person your child is, if he does not even speak yet?
“These are actually future taxpayers!” Three mothers answer all opponents of breastfeeding in public places
Public breastfeeding, even if it is covered, often becomes the subject of open condemnation, and sometimes even bullying and aggression. We are talking about why it is normal and natural to feed a baby anywhere at all.
"It was a trynd." Going on vacation with a child and relaxing - is it possible?
It is commonly believed that traveling with children is difficult and scary. Toddlers are naughty a lot, get tired, and can also get sick. Is it really? Is it worth traveling with babies?
"Turned into a project" Parents "". How do relationships change after having a baby? And is it true that romance disappears?
Chronic fatigue, everyday difficulties and a screaming baby at your side - this is the reality of young parents. It seems that you can forget about dating and watching TV shows together for a long time. How are couples coping with this difficult time?
Her hair has straightened, her legs have grown in size, her eyesight has changed. What happens to my body after giving birth?
Childbirth does not pass without a trace, and it's not just about weight. Everything changes: hair (suddenly it can curl or, conversely, straighten), skin (hello, stretch marks!) and even leg size (yes, sometimes it grows, and significantly).
How to get used to all this?
"I sympathize with your carnival." Mothers answer listeners' tough questions about children and parenting
A couple of weeks ago, we asked you to send us questions about children and parenting that you still can't find an answer to. And received dozens of letters! It's time to answer them.
"An endless day full of screams." So, you have returned from the hospital. Life has completely changed, how to cope with everything?
After arriving from the maternity hospital, life changes completely, and now all the time is devoted to the child. This new reality has its own worries and difficulties, and often young parents are left alone with them. How to understand that you are doing everything right?
"That's where it hit me!" Acquaintance with the child and the first days with him
Euphoria after childbirth can be replaced by anxiety. After all, being a mother is a big responsibility. How to hold a child correctly? What about bathing? How not to harm the baby, he is so fragile! Or not? A new life has begun, in which you need to learn literally everything.
"Screaming with a terrible male bass." How does childbirth really go and does it really hurt so much?
How to prepare yourself for childbirth? What awaits a woman in a maternity hospital? And also why is the birth of a new person a “super experience” that cannot be compared with anything (even with other genera)?
“First the navel comes in, then the stomach, then you.” Issue about those same nine months
What is preparation for pregnancy: getting rid of bad habits or a complete examination of the body? Is it worth "taking advantage of your position"? After all, pregnancy is not a disease! And how to make life easier for yourself in a situation where your body is constantly changing?
"That's not a pound of raisins at all!" Premiere on Meduza - the first episode of the most honest podcast about motherhood
An honest conversation about motherhood in the new podcast "You're a mother" begins, of course, with an acquaintance. The presenters tell how they decided to have children and why parenthood often looks like the “Expectations are reality” meme.
