Category: Preparing for birth
-
A Distressed Father Shares Footage of His 10-Year-Old’s ‘Distressing’ TSA Screening
home insemination kit In today’s world, airport security is a necessary protocol, but it can be quite daunting for younger travelers. A father from California is expressing his frustration after witnessing an intense TSA screening of his 10-year-old daughter due to an innocent oversight. Kevin Mitchell recorded a video that captures what he describes as…
-
Fainting: A Terrifying Experience for Parents—What You Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever witnessed a child faint while under your care, you understand just how terrifying that moment can be. When my daughter was two-and-a-half, she fainted during a bath for what felt like an eternity. It was a scorching summer day, and after filling the tub, I realized the water was…
-
Why Women Will Always Need Each Other
Get Pregnant Fast Many mornings, I lace up my running shoes, not out of sheer desire to hit the pavement, but because I’ve made a promise to my friends. We often joke that among the three of us, there’s barely one motivation to go around. On days when motivation is lacking— which is more frequent…
-
The Lost Childhood of Syrian Children: A Reflection on War and Resilience
Get Pregnant Fast I was born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, a city that once thrived with culture and history. Aleppo, recognized as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, was often referred to as the “jewel of Syria.” Its vibrant downtown was a UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with life before…
-
Online Birthing, Lamaze & Lactation Classes for Expecting Mothers During COVID-19
Read more Hey there, expectant moms! If your in-person prenatal classes have been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, don’t worry—you can still prepare for your little one’s arrival right from the comfort of your own home. With the pandemic making in-person gatherings a bit tricky, many of us are turning to online resources…
-
A Woman Voted While in Labor: A Reminder That You Can Always Find Time to Vote
home insemination kit In a world where Election Day often collides with busy schedules filled with work, school, and various activities, it can be challenging to prioritize voting. However, one remarkable woman proved that with determination, anything is possible. Meet Rachel Johnson, who, while in labor, made a stop at the polls before heading to…
-
I Refused Additional Testing for My Son: Here’s My Reasoning
Get Pregnant Fast We are fortunate to reside in a city with a top-notch children’s hospital. Little did we know when I went into labor at just thirty weeks that this facility would become our second home, where my son, Oliver, would spend his first three months. The call from the Mayo Clinic with the…
-
33 Weeks Pregnant: Baby Development, Symptoms & Signs
Read more As you reach 33 weeks of pregnancy, you’re deep into the third trimester. Your baby is now roughly the size of a butternut squash, measuring about 17 inches long and weighing around 4.25 pounds. With just a few weeks to go, your little one is rapidly gaining weight, adding approximately half a pound…