Category: Preparing for birth
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Obama Addresses Jimmy Kimmel’s Emotional Health Care Appeal, Alongside a Republican Response
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartfelt segment that resonated with millions, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel shared the emotional ordeal his infant son faced shortly after birth. Born with a congenital heart defect, Kimmel’s son underwent a critical three-hour surgery just hours after entering the world. Kimmel’s wife recently gave birth to their second child, making…
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Week 32 of Pregnancy
Read more As you approach the final weeks of your pregnancy, it can feel a bit exhausting, but remember each week brings you closer to meeting your little one. What Changes Are Happening to Your Body? At this stage, the top of your uterus is now about five inches above your belly button. This height…
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Understanding the True Nature of Grief
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast Content Warning: Child Loss Five years after the heartbreaking loss of my three-week-old daughter, Emma, due to a congenital heart defect, I’ve gained a clearer understanding of the triggers that ignite my grief. Familiar instances, like encountering someone with her name, can shatter my composure in an instant. Other times, seemingly…
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Living with Anxiety: The Daily Struggle of ‘Faking It’
Get Pregnant Fast This is a candid revelation. I’ve kept this to myself for far too long. Years ago, before I faced my own battles with anxiety and depression, I viewed those struggling with anxiety as overly dramatic. From my limited perspective, I thought they simply needed to “relax.” I believed that anxiety was something…
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How Pelvic Floor Therapy Literally Transformed My Recovery
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is a journey filled with unexpected challenges, especially during labor and delivery. You prepare for all kinds of discomfort—vomiting, back labor, and the possibility of tearing or needing an episiotomy. But one thing I didn’t anticipate was the excruciating pain in my tailbone. (Try pronouncing “coccyx”—it’s a real tongue-twister!) After giving…
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Target Unveils Enchanting New Disney Beauty Line That You’ll Want to Snag
Get Pregnant Fast Target has just launched a delightful new line of Disney beauty products, and let me tell you, it’s everything we didn’t know we needed! Not only are these items irresistibly cute, but they also come at wallet-friendly prices. Our only wish? That the collection had even more fabulous options to choose from!…
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Heartwarming Photos Capture Essential Cuddle Time for NICU Mothers
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle Heartwarming Photos Capture Essential Cuddle Time for NICU Mothers by Emily Carter May 14, 2023 Images by March of Dimes/Schaumburg Photography These stunning photographs highlight the importance of skin-to-skin contact for mothers and their babies in the NICU. For many mothers, the most cherished moment during childbirth is the first…
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9 Reasons Why Growing Up in the 80s Was Absolutely Awesome
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the 80s! A decade that brought us iconic figures like Prince and Madonna, fashion statements such as acid-washed jeans and scrunchies, and unforgettable childhood experiences. If you spent your formative years roaming the neighborhood and soaking in the vibrant culture of this era, you likely reminisce about those times often. Growing…
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My Kids’ Birthday Parties: A Journey from Extravagance to Simplicity
Get Pregnant Fast As my son neared his first birthday, I was filled with excitement for his inaugural celebration. Being our first child, this party represented not only a tribute to his growth but also a monumental “we survived the first year of parenting” celebration for us. Motherhood threw me for a loop that first…