Bala Bangles were a game changer when I was pregnant. I worked out till the day I gave birth and every workout I did, I wore Bala Bangles. I figured if I had to tone down my workout and downright avoid certain moves, I could at least level up the exercises that I could do. Whether Megan Roup, Tracy Anderson, or bootcamp…everything I did wearing the 1-lb bangles. The bangles feel like nothing, but wear them consistently for an hour a day and you’ll notice tone where you’ve never seen it before – and that’s without changing anything in your routine.
Plus, unlike knockoffs, Bala Bangles actually look great and stay in place. During the first wave of COVID I bought knockoffs because the originals were sold out everywhere…they were awful! The rubber parts kept falling off and the velcro would open during my runs. When I switched to traditional ankle/wrist weights (the kind you loop through) they kept sliding and were far from Bala’s “nothing” feeling. A number of trainers and influencers, like Melissa Wood, have also come out with their own versions, but none come close to the product they are knocking off.
With all that said I was curious what the brand’s glamours co-founder, Natalie Holloway, swears by as far as parenting essentials go because even now, six months postpartum, Bala Bangles are an essential part of my workouts and something I’d recommend to any mom… they’re certainly a must-have for me!
Keep reading for Holloway’s must-haves.
5 Parenting Products Bala Bangles Founder Natalie Holloway Can’t Live Without
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Elvie Breast Pump
"The Elvie Breast Pump is absolutely the one piece of product advice I give new moms. Invest in this breast pump... it's worth it! For any mom that is on the go, which let's be honest, that is every mom, this is a must. I can literally pump in meetings, while I'm driving, anytime. My baby is 1 year old and I am still breast feeding in part because of how easy this pump is to use!"
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Mutha Face Oil
"Mutha Face Oil gives me the dewy look I need when I'm running around. I lather it on at night or on the go throughout the day and feel like I just got back from a facial."
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Artipoppe Baby Carrier
"Artipoppe Baby Carrier is definitely a splurge and I went back and forth on whether I needed this, but I use it daily. It is chic, and easy to just throw your baby in it at any time, even up to when they are a toddler. So cute and comfy."
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Daily Drills Button Down & Boxer Shorts
"Daily Drills Button Down & Boxer Shorts are so comfy and my go-to for running around the house or working from home. I love this set, so comfy!"
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Josh Rosebrook Daily SPF
"Josh Rosebrook – Daily SPF is definitely my favorite SPF to wear right now. Very important for living in LA because I'm outside (or at the playground) every day so have to protect my skin and this feels really light and natural on your face."
