Category: Preparing for birth
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Breathing Techniques to Manage Labor
Read more Patterned breathing is a technique that involves regulating your breath at various rates and depths. While some women opt for deep abdominal breathing, utilizing their diaphragm to fully inflate their abdomen, others may prefer lighter chest breathing. The aim is to discover breathing patterns that induce a calming and soothing effect during labor.…
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Prioritizing My Marriage and Myself: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast For the first time since our journey into parenthood began, my partner and I found the opportunity to escape for a vacation—just the two of us. Our oldest child recently celebrated their 10th birthday. A whole decade had passed without a proper getaway from the daily grind of parenting, with only fleeting…
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Why I’m Choosing Birth Control Despite Wanting Another Child
Get Pregnant Fast In the quest for a second child, I find myself making the difficult decision to return to birth control. My partner, Jason, and I have faced the challenges of secondary infertility for a couple of years now. Two years might seem like a fleeting moment in time, but it’s an eternity when…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is June 18
Fun Facts About Your June 18 Baby Zodiac Sign: Your baby will be a Gemini, known for being curious, expressive, and social. Birthstone: They’ll have a pearl as their birthstone, which symbolizes purity and innocence. Famous Birthdays: Did you know Blake Shelton, the country music star, shares this special date? He was born on June…
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Tummy Time for Baby: A Guide on How to Start, When to Begin, and Why It Matters
Read more Getting your little one to enjoy tummy time can feel like a workout for both of you! This crucial activity is essential for your baby’s development, but it can sometimes be met with resistance. Here’s everything you need to know about tummy time, including when to start, how to do it, and tips…
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Navigating Parenthood with PTSD: Embracing the Ups and Downs
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is often a challenging endeavor. From early mornings and preparing meals for picky eaters to maintaining composure when Play-Doh inevitably finds its way onto the carpet for the millionth time, every day presents its own set of hurdles. However, when I embarked on my parenting journey, I was unprepared for the…
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16 Signs of Labor — Here’s What to Expect When It’s Go-Time
Read more Hey there, soon-to-be parents! The moment you’ve been eagerly (and maybe a little nervously) waiting for is almost here: the birth of your little one! As the big day approaches, you might be wondering what signs to look for that indicate labor is near. Here’s a casual rundown of what to expect—whether you’re…
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Open Adoption: Benefits and Advantages
Read more Open adoption is a process that allows birth parents and adoptive families to maintain communication with each other. In this arrangement, the identities of all parties are transparent, which can involve varying levels of interaction, such as letters, emails, phone calls, or in-person visits. This model of adoption offers numerous benefits for birth…
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Understanding the APGAR Test: What the Scores Indicate
Read more The APGAR test is a swift evaluation of a newborn’s health, conducted right after birth. This assessment takes place at one minute and five minutes post-delivery to gauge how well the baby is doing. Why Is the APGAR Test Important? The initial APGAR score at one minute gives crucial insights into the infant’s…