Category: Preparing for birth
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New Mom’s Viral Post Highlights the Issue of Postpartum Body Shaming
low cost ivf “My body doesn’t need to be wrapped or squeezed or changed.” New mothers are already faced with the monumental task of caring for a new baby; the last thing they need is additional pressure to conform to unrealistic body standards after childbirth. Kelly Jane Thompson shared her experience in a now-viral Facebook…
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Navigating the Journey of Thirtysomething Parenting
home insemination kit Image Credit: Pekic / iStock As I approach another birthday, I find myself reflecting on the nature of aging. While this year’s celebration isn’t a milestone, it serves as another reminder of the passage of time – one of those birthdays that feels simultaneously meaningful and inconsequential, often referred to as a…
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The Truth Behind Moms’ Constant Busyness and Exhaustion
Get Pregnant Fast Last weekend, I unexpectedly found myself with a few hours of solitude. My youngest daughter was at a friend’s house for a sleepover, my older daughter was out for dinner with her pals, and my husband had gone to the gym. You’d think having the house to myself would be a dream…
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Volunteers Craft Adorable Halloween Costumes for NICU Infants
low cost ivf In a heartwarming initiative, a group of volunteers from the March of Dimes collaborated with the dedicated staff at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City to create charming Halloween costumes for infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). For families facing the challenges of having a baby in the NICU, every…
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Dads, If You Have the Chance to Take Paternity Leave, You Definitely Should. Maximize Your Time Off.
low cost ivf Three years ago, as my wife was nearing the end of her pregnancy, I found myself in a discussion about paternity leave with my manager, Mark. “You might not want to take too much time,” he advised, “your colleagues and the students could really be affected.” I was seated at my desk,…
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This Is Us Highlights the Importance of Safe Haven Laws
low cost ivf In 2013, a tragic incident shook my community when a mother gave birth in a bathroom stall at a local bar and left her newborn behind. The story was surreal: she had come to the bar with friends, unaware that labor was imminent. After delivering a healthy baby in secrecy, she made…
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How to Kickstart Labor, According to Your Facebook Circle
low cost ivf Updated: November 2, 2020 Originally Published: March 2, 2013 It’s a curious phenomenon how people suddenly become invested in your life when you’re expecting. Most of the unsolicited advice tends to come for first-time moms; subsequent pregnancies seem to grant you some kind of elusive expertise that makes their opinions less entertaining.…
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This Innovative Product Supports Skin-To-Skin Bonding for C-Section Moms
Get Pregnant Fast Every expectant mother dreams of that magical moment when they can cradle their newborn right after birth. However, for those who undergo a cesarean section, this precious skin-to-skin bonding may not always be possible. Fortunately, a creative solution has emerged from the minds of two sisters, Emily and Sarah, who recognized this…
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Fainting: A Terrifying Experience You Need to Understand
low cost ivf If you’ve ever witnessed a child faint while in your care, you know it’s one of the most horrifying things imaginable. When my daughter was just two and a half, she lost consciousness for about five minutes during a bath. It was a sweltering summer day, and I mistakenly made the water…
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Delegate Like ‘Downton’: A Guide to Family Management
home insemination kit Picture this: It’s a serene Sunday afternoon. One child has just finished shoveling the walkway, while another is busy unloading the dishwasher. Meanwhile, you’re relaxing with a magazine and a steaming cup of tea, enjoying the tranquility of a tidy (enough) kitchen that you didn’t have to organize yourself. Does this sound…