Category: Preparing for birth
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Embracing the Chaos: Life with Two Sets of Twins
Get Pregnant Fast Photography by Tara Guhl Describing our family as a traveling circus might actually be an understatement. We are a household of four children, all under the age of three. No, this isn’t a blended family, and I’m certainly not overlooking any kids. It just appears that I have a knack for having…
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The Adoption Journey for Birth Parents
Read more When faced with an unplanned pregnancy, many women might initially react with the thought, “I could never give my baby away!” This perspective often stems from the experiences of past generations, where expectant mothers felt excluded from the adoption process and lacked control over the future of their child. Today, however, the adoption…
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Understanding Mongolian Spots (Congenital Dermal Melanocytosis) on Your Baby
Read more When you spot a blue or blue-gray mark on your baby’s skin, it can be a bit alarming. You might think it’s a bruise or something to worry about. However, these marks are usually nothing to fret over. Known as congenital dermal melanocytosis (previously called Mongolian spots), these birthmarks are common and generally…
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How to Alleviate Pain During Sex After Giving Birth
Read more Navigating intimacy after childbirth can be a bit tricky, and it’s completely normal to experience some discomfort during sex. While you might be excited to reconnect with your partner, your body is still in recovery mode, and that can lead to some challenges in the bedroom. If you’re among the many women who…
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The 15 Most Innovative Toys From Our Childhood
home insemination kit In recent reflections, we examined some of the less-than-stellar toys from our youth in the ‘80s. However, there were several fantastic toys that enriched our imaginations and provided endless hours of creative playtime while we laughed along with our favorite shows. These toys encouraged us to express ourselves through design, art, cooking,…
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Dwayne Johnson Welcomes New Baby Girl with Heartwarming Skin-to-Skin Moment
Get Pregnant Fast In a delightful twist of events, the world celebrated not only the arrival of a new royal baby but also the birth of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s third daughter. The actor shared the joyous news with an endearing photo that captured him holding his newborn, leaving many fans feeling emotional. “Skin to…
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Essential Insights for Non-Birthing Parents on Parental Leave
Read more Navigating the world of parental leave can be a bit tricky for non-birthing parents. Whether you’re planning to take time off after the birth or adoption of your child, there are several important factors to consider. Understanding Your Rights Non-birthing parents often wonder if they are covered under the Family and Medical Leave…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is May 6
Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies are actually born on their due dates? Most pregnancies last anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, which means there can be a bit of a waiting game involved. If you want to keep track of your pregnancy week by week, downloading a pregnancy…
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My Child’s Project Wasn’t Perfect, and That’s Just Fine
home insemination kit As a parent, I’ve come to accept that not every project my child undertakes will be a masterpiece, and that’s perfectly okay. My youngest, now in kindergarten, embarked on a project about his aspirations and created something that truly reflected his age and capabilities. While it may not have been a work…