Category: Preparing for birth
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The Humorous Parents of Twitter Are Exhausted by the Elf on the Shelf
home insemination kit As we wrap up the last of our Thanksgiving feasts, many parents are bracing themselves for yet another beloved holiday custom. Enter the Elf on the Shelf: a tiny, somewhat unsettling figure that’s always observing. And let’s not forget — he requires a hefty amount of effort to manage. Indeed, it’s time…
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Top Parenting Missteps: A Humorous Reflection
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Keeping Your Baby’s Name Under Wraps
Read more “My partner, Alex, and I have settled on a few names for our upcoming addition, but it feels like everyone is eager to pry them out of us. We’re considering keeping the name a secret until our little one arrives. Is that acceptable?” When it comes to sharing your baby’s name, the choice…
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Understanding Pregnancy Insurance
Read more Pregnancy insurance is a vital tool for managing the costs associated with prenatal care and childbirth. Without maternity insurance, expectant parents can face expenses ranging from $10,000 to $12,000. For instance, in 2011, the average hospital cost for vaginal delivery was approximately $10,657, which can rise significantly—by 50% or more—if a C-section is…
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Cramps and Contractions After Sex During Pregnancy
Read more Experiencing cramps and contractions after sex during pregnancy can raise some eyebrows, but it’s often nothing to fret about. Let’s dive into the details of what’s normal and when you might want to give your healthcare provider a call. Is cramping after orgasm or sex normal? Absolutely! It’s quite common to feel some…
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Why I Believe It’s Time to Reassess Our Birthday Party Gift Traditions
home insemination kit I just picked up my daughter from yet another birthday celebration, and she dashed toward the car, her excitement palpable. This time, the occasion involved the host mother gifting each girl a stunning 14-karat gold initial necklace. Unsurprisingly, this was far more extravagant than the present we selected for the birthday child…
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Baby’s Vaccination Schedule
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Unexpected Charges in Healthcare: The Skin-to-Skin Incident
home insemination kit In an unusual incident highlighting the complexities of healthcare billing in the United States, a couple recently shared their experience of being charged for holding their newborn skin-to-skin following a C-section. The couple, identified as Alex and Jamie, took to social media to reveal a $39.95 charge labeled “skin to skin after…
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Your Baby’s Estimated Due Date is July 25
Your Pregnancy Journey Read more During this time, your baby’s growth is truly remarkable. At 35 weeks pregnant, your baby is about the size of a bunch of Swiss chard. With their brain developing rapidly, you might be feeling more pressure on your bladder as their head gets heavier. It’s all part of this incredible…
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The 7 Most Noteworthy Parenting Missteps of 2015
home insemination kit As caregivers, we strive to make sound decisions for our children, but sometimes our choices lead to unexpected outcomes. Here, we revisit seven of the most astonishing parenting missteps from 2015 that are sure to leave you questioning the thought process behind them. 1. The Dad Who Faked a Tragic Incident A…