Category: Preparing for birth
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Is It a Real Contraction or Just a ‘Practice’ One?
Read more Pregnancy brings about many questions, especially when it comes to what sensations are considered “normal.” A frequent concern among expectant mothers is understanding what Braxton-Hicks contractions feel like. Commonly referred to as practice contractions, these can often be mistaken for the onset of genuine labor. Each woman’s experience can vary significantly, even when…
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I Never Expected to Give Birth Alone — Until I Had To
Read more This wasn’t the way I envisioned becoming a mother of two, but it ultimately gave me the strength I never knew I had. On the morning of my 37-week check-up, I dropped off my 2-year-old son, Max, at preschool, went to work, and then headed to my OB/GYN appointment in the afternoon, thinking…
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Why Aren’t Women Leading the World?
home insemination kit Recently, my young daughter, Lily, accidentally spilled some water on the floor. My partner, Mark, half-joked, “Lily, go to the kitchen, get a towel, wipe up the spill, and bring the towel back.” Without hesitation, Lily followed the instructions, cleaned up the water, and returned the towel to its place on the…
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How Bold Boys and New Breasts Enhanced My Listening Skills as a Parent
home insemination kit On a particular day, I leveraged my “might-be-an-older-kid” ability to blend into the background while still being fully engaged. With headphones on (playing nothing) and my eyes wide open, I observed a boy, seemingly around 12 years old, who pointed at my daughter and, right in front of her, expressed a desire…
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Headaches During Pregnancy: Understanding, Causes, and Relief
Read more Let’s be real: pregnancy can come with its fair share of challenges, and headaches are certainly one of them. If you’re finding that your usual pain relief methods are off-limits, know that you’re not alone. Many expectant mothers experience headaches, and while they can be uncomfortable, there are ways to manage them effectively.…
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Understanding Sunken Fontanelles: What Parents Need to Know
Read more Your baby’s adorable little head is not just cute; it can also provide insights into their health. A quick check of the soft spot on top of your baby’s head can reveal important information. If you notice that the soft spot appears significantly sunken, it may indicate that your baby isn’t getting enough…
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My Children Will Not Resort to Cannibalism: Insights from the Initial Days of Summer Break
home insemination kit It is reassuring to recognize that my children are not inclined toward cannibalism. This realization emerged during the often tumultuous “First 10 Days of Summer Vacation,” a period marked by the abrupt cessation of school routines and extracurricular commitments. After a few days of leisurely, unscheduled living in pajamas, the shift in…
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Supporting Your Child’s Gender Identity
Read more As your little one begins to grow, they start observing the differences between boys and girls, as well as the societal roles associated with each gender. Understanding and supporting your child’s gender identity is a crucial part of their development. How Does Gender Identity Form in Children? From an early age, children begin…