Tag: childbirth
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Your Baby’s Due Date is May 23
Understanding Pregnancy Timing Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their due date? The average pregnancy lasts between 38 to 42 weeks, which means there’s quite a bit of waiting involved. For those curious about how to keep track of your pregnancy week by week, consider downloading…
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Your Guide to the Third Trimester of Pregnancy
Read more As you enter the final leg of your pregnancy journey, there’s still a lot of growth ahead for your little one. Here’s what you can expect as you navigate through these crucial weeks. When Does the Third Trimester Start? The third trimester kicks off around week 28 of your pregnancy and continues until…
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What to Expect from Your Body After Giving Birth
Get Pregnant Fast Congratulations on reaching the other side of pregnancy! The joy of welcoming a new baby is indescribable, but let’s be real—there are many aspects of postpartum recovery that no one prepares you for. After giving birth, it might feel like you’ve just come out of a battle. It’s a whirlwind of emotions,…
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9 Insights I Wish Someone Had Shared with Me Before Giving Birth
Read more As you approach your due date, it’s completely natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions—excitement, anxiety, and even fatigue. You’re not alone in this journey! Although no one can fully prepare you for the experience of labor, I’d like to share some wisdom that might ease your mind in these final days. You…
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The Surprising Benefits of Pooping During Childbirth
Get Pregnant Fast Childbirth is a unique experience, and while not every woman may find herself in the position of having a bowel movement while bringing a baby into the world, it’s a common occurrence that many can relate to. And let’s be clear: it’s nothing to feel embarrassed about! Even those who don’t actually…
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Assisted Delivery
Read more As labor progresses, especially towards the end of the pushing phase, it may become clear that both the mother and the baby require some additional assistance during delivery. Once the medical team confirms that the anesthesia is effective, the healthcare provider may gently use tools like forceps or a vacuum extractor to help…
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Identical or Fraternal Twins: Understanding the Difference
Read more If you’re expecting twins, you’re about to embark on a journey filled with unique joys and challenges that differ from those of a singleton birth. A common question that many expectant parents have is whether their twins are identical or fraternal. What is Twin Zygosity? To clarify whether your twins are identical or…
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I Gave Birth to a 12-Pound Baby: ‘He Was Absolutely Perfect, Just a Bit More to Love’
Read more Throughout my pregnancy, everything went smoothly—perhaps the most uneventful pregnancy ever, and I felt incredibly fortunate. Yet, looking back, this should have hinted that my delivery experience would be anything but ordinary, and indeed it was. My labor began as a long but quite standard ordeal. My partner and I decided not to…
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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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March Birth Flowers: Daffodils and Jonquils
Read more If your baby is celebrating a birthday in March, they share their special month with the vibrant daffodil and cheerful jonquil. As spring unfolds, these flowers symbolize optimism, self-confidence, and a sunny disposition—qualities you can expect from your little one! March marks the arrival of spring, and with it, a colorful array of…