Tag: pregnancy
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Your Baby is Expected on May 3
At-Home Insemination Options Read more As you navigate your pregnancy, you may want to learn more about at-home insemination options. Make a Mom provides a unique and reusable option for those interested in home insemination. Curious about how it all works? Check out this detailed guide on how at-home insemination works and discover if it’s…
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My Unexpected Car Birth Story: Welcoming Baby Number Three Just Minutes from the Hospital
Read more I discovered I was pregnant with my third child when I was about five weeks along. My partner, Jake, and I were surprised but thrilled. My pregnancy was smooth and uneventful until the final stretch, much like my previous two. Our first child, Liam, made his entrance four days after his due date…
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Triple Marker Screening Test
Read more Also referred to as the Triple Test, Multiple Marker Screening, and Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) Plus, the triple marker screening test is a maternal blood test that identifies three specific substances: AFP, hCG, and Estriol. AFP (Alpha-fetoprotein): This is a protein produced by the fetus. hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin): This hormone is produced by the…
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Why Hiring a Parental Leave Consultant Was the Best $300 I’ve Ever Spent
Read more When I discovered I was pregnant earlier this year, I turned to my colleague and close friend, Emma, who recently had a baby. Her top piece of advice was to get my maternity leave paperwork sorted out as quickly as possible, sharing how overwhelming the process had been for her. Initially, I brushed…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is August 6
Read more If you’re curious about when to expect your little bundle of joy, make sure to check out our pregnancy tracking tools to help you follow your journey week by week. Just so you know, only about 5% of babies actually arrive on their due date, so there’s a good chance you’ll be waiting…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is June 15
Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies are born on their exact due date? A typical pregnancy lasts between 38 to 42 weeks, which means many parents are left in suspense until the big day arrives. To keep track of your pregnancy week-by-week, consider downloading our app for handy reminders…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is August 3
Your Pregnancy Journey So Far Read more You’re currently in your third trimester, which spans from May 4 to August 3. Did you know that only about 5% of babies are born on their exact due date? Most pregnancies last anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, so it’s a bit of a waiting game until…
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Your Baby’s Expected Arrival is July 16
Read more As you approach your due date, it’s essential to keep track of your pregnancy milestones. Your baby is now about the size of a canary melon. During this week, your healthcare provider may check for signs of labor while your baby gets ready for birth by shifting into position within the womb. Fun…
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How to Set Up Your Cord Blood Bank Registry
Read more If you’ve learned about the advantages of cord blood banking and are thinking about moving forward, you might be wondering where to start. The process is simpler than you might think, so let’s dive into how you can create a cord blood bank registry without the stress. Steps to Create Your Cord Blood…