featured Which Medications are Safe to Use During Pregnancy
Being pregnant comes with a lot of joy, but it can also come with a lot of aches, pains, and recurring symptoms. Because your baby is so small and because she absorbs everything that goes into your body while you’re pregnant, it’s important only to take medications that are known to be safe for developing babies. Here’s a list of common pregnancy...
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How Many Diapers Will My Newborn Use? A Guide to Planning for Diaper Needs
In some ways, newborns are simple. They eat, they sleep, and they poop. That’s about it. Sounds easy, right? Ok, if you’re done laughing (or crying), we can move on. As mothers, we know many challenges come with that sweet baby, including: getting him to eat enough and at at the right times, getting her to sleep for several hours in a...
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When Should You Announce Your Pregnancy?
If you’re pregnant, you might be over the moon. You might want to shout it from the rooftops and write it in the stars. Those are natural feelings. Or perhaps you are scared, unsure how to feel, or worried. Those are perfectly natural, too. How you feel about your pregnancy will affect when you feel ready to tell other people. Why do...
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Presumptive, Probable and Positive Signs of Pregnancy
Am I pregnant? If you’re trying to get pregnant you may ask this question with hope and excitement. If you’re not trying to get pregnant, you may ask it with apprehension and concern. Either way, it’s nice to know whether you have a bun in the oven as soon as possible. What is it that prompts women to say, “Could I be...
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Particular Pains of the Last Month of Pregnancy
You’ve made it through morning sickness (more like all day sickness). You’ve gained weight and outgrown all your clothes. You’re readying the nursery and picking out a car seat. You’re in the home stretch! But now you’re dealing with all kinds of issues, from odd pains to difficulty sleeping, and you’re not sure if you can make it. We’re here to help!...
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A Guide to Natural Childbirth
If you’re pregnant, you’ve probably been doing research about different birth options. A traditional western birth occurs in a hospital and includes an epidural to ease pain and often Pitocin to speed contractions and keep labor from stalling. Some feel, however, that these medical interventions are not beneficial for the baby or the mother. Let’s explore the world of natural childbirth. Perhaps...
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Must-Have Items for the Last Month of Pregnancy
Don’t let all the aches and pains of late pregnancy get you down. There are some wonderful products that can help you feel comfortable in your last four weeks. Be sure you don’t miss these must-have items for surviving the last month of pregnancy!
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Complications of Pregnancy and Help for Infant and Pregnancy Loss
Pregnancy can be a blessing in so many ways. It can also be a scary time, or a time of pain and grief, especially if the pregnancy does not proceed as planned. There are several possible complications to pregnancy that may lead to pregnancy loss. But there are also many women who have had similar experiences who can support you in difficult...
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All the Pregnancy Tests! What Works and What Doesn't
Am I Pregnant? If this is a question you’re asking yourself, you likely don’t want to wait for an answer! Perhaps you’ve seen videos or read stories about homemade pregnancy tests, and perhaps you’re tempted to try them. If so, we’re here to help. We’ve found people who have tested every conceivable easy at home pregnancy test, and we’re ready to let you know which...
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22 Fun Ways to Tell Your Husband You’re Pregnant
There are so many wonderful things about being pregnant. One of them is fun pregnancy announcements! While you may choose to wait for the right time to reveal your pregnancy to most of the people you know, you probably want to tell your husband right away. Why not try a surprise pregnancy announcement that he’ll always remember? Here is our list of...
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