Category: Preparing for birth
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Little Girl’s Bold Response to Outdated Worksheet Earns Her an A+ in Empowerment
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that caught fire on social media, one young girl demonstrated how to challenge outdated stereotypes with a sharp and clever response to a school worksheet. This lesson, typical of many classrooms where worksheets are reused without consideration for modern context, included a question that many might find surprising…
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Inspiration Behind a Diverse Collection of Party Supplies: The Importance of Representation
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, the significance of representation is more crucial than ever. This sentiment drives one mother’s mission to create a unique line of party supplies that reflects the diversity of children of color. Jessica Hart, an event planner based in Orlando, found herself frustrated while searching for decorations for her daughter’s…
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Understanding Abdominal Separation After Pregnancy: A 10-Minute Daily Exercise to Heal
Get Pregnant Fast The phenomenon commonly referred to as the “mummy tummy” is a reality for many women following pregnancy and childbirth. While some view it as a badge of motherhood, for others, the post-baby belly can become more than just a source of frustration when trying to fit back into pre-baby clothes—it can lead…
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Kegel Exercises During Pregnancy and After: Benefits and How-to
Read more Hey there, mama! If you’re expecting or navigating the postpartum stage, you might have heard about Kegel exercises. These handy moves work wonders for strengthening your pelvic floor muscles, which can be especially helpful during and after pregnancy. Let’s chat about what Kegels are, why they’re beneficial, and how you can easily incorporate…
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Read more Experiencing back pain or discomfort is quite common during pregnancy, and most women should anticipate some level of discomfort as their bodies undergo significant changes. While back pain can arise at any stage, it is particularly prevalent in the later months as the baby grows. This discomfort can disrupt daily activities and affect…
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Sofia Richie Grainge’s Experience with Postpartum Preeclampsia
Read more Sofia Richie Grainge recently shared her experience with postpartum preeclampsia, shedding light on a condition that many new moms may not be aware of. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she described the birth of her daughter as “the best day of my life,” but her journey in the weeks that followed was quite…
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When Your Thoughts Become Overwhelming
Get Pregnant Fast Before I became a parent, I had a good understanding of postpartum depression (PPD), thanks to a friend who advocated for mental health awareness. I supported the Postpartum Resource Center of New York through donations and by attending their yearly fundraising gala, The Sounds of Silence. When I learned I was expecting,…