Category: Preparing for birth
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Trump’s Controversial Comments on Full-Term Births: A Disturbing Misunderstanding
Get Pregnant Fast During a speech at the March for Life anti-abortion rally, former President Donald Trump made a staggering statement that raised eyebrows and sparked confusion. Being the first sitting president to address this particular event, he shared his disapproval of full-term babies being born, claiming, “in many states, the laws allow a baby…
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Selecting an Obstetrician
Read more When it comes to choosing an obstetrician, it’s important to find someone who not only specializes in women’s health but also aligns with your needs and preferences. Commonly referred to as an OB/GYN, these medical professionals provide a range of services, from routine Pap tests to managing complications during pregnancy and the postpartum…
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Genetic Counseling: A Friendly Overview
Read more Genetic counseling is an essential process where trained healthcare professionals help individuals and families understand the risk of passing on inherited conditions to their children. It involves evaluating family histories, researching health issues, interpreting data about genetic disorders, examining inheritance patterns, and discussing available options with families. Who Should Consider Genetic Counseling? According…
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Body-Positive Documentary ‘Embrace’ Falls Short
Get Pregnant Fast The documentary Embrace opens with Australian narrator Lila Harper, who shares her journey after her pre-baby photos went viral. Following the birth of her child, she became obsessed with achieving the “ideal body,” even entering a bodybuilding competition. The photo depicting her before this transformation illustrates her struggle. However, upon meeting other…
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Yes, My Family Co-Sleeps, and Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast When our son Lucas was just a few weeks old, he faced a health scare that led to his hospitalization. Night after night, I watched him in a hospital crib, surrounded by an array of monitors and tubes. It was a scene that felt surreal, like he was an alien in a…
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Understanding Pelvic Floor Recovery After Pregnancy
Read more When you give birth, one of the aspects that can often be overlooked is the recovery of your pelvic floor. Many new moms, like Sarah, find themselves grappling with feelings of heaviness in the pelvic area and a sense of something being out of place—almost like a tampon is misplaced or there’s an…
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A Day at the Beach Turned Alarming: Our Encounter with Secondary Drowning
Get Pregnant Fast Image Credit: Goami / iStock When we hear the term “dry drowning,” it sends a chill down our spine. The idea is frightening because we’ve always believed that drowning incidents are characterized by water submersion and immediate rescue efforts. We often think that if our child is out of the water, they’re…
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Understanding Diabetes During Pregnancy
Read more Diabetes is a significant health condition characterized by the body’s inability to regulate blood sugar levels due to insufficient insulin production. When this occurs during pregnancy, it is referred to as gestational diabetes and is one of the most prevalent medical complications, affecting around 3.3% of all live births. Regardless of your diabetes…
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Macklemore’s Heartwarming Tribute to His Grandmother on Her 100th Birthday
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to music videos, rappers often showcase lavish parties filled with champagne and glamorous guests. However, Macklemore took a refreshing turn for his new song, “Glorious,” by celebrating his grandmother’s monumental 100th birthday in a way that has captured the hearts of many online. The video begins with Macklemore surprising…