Tag: pregnancy
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Your Baby’s Due Date is May 28
Getting Started on Your Journey Read more As you prepare for this new chapter, there’s a lot to consider. Are you interested in learning about fertility? Check out our resources on ovulation and preconception health. Also, if you’re looking for support or advice, consider joining the free Make a Mom Facebook group. It’s a supportive…
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What Baby Names Are Set to Dominate in 2018? Expert Predictions Are In
Get Pregnant Fast Are you expecting a little one in 2018? You’re in for a treat! With a plethora of options ranging from trendy celebrity-inspired monikers to timeless classics, the baby naming game is more exciting than ever (thanks, Beyoncé!). So, which baby names are poised to take the spotlight this year, and what emerging…
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Diclegis for Morning Sickness During Pregnancy
Read more Could Diclegis be the answer to your pregnancy nausea? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by morning sickness, it’s worth chatting with your healthcare provider to explore whether this medication is suitable for you. What is Diclegis? Diclegis is a prescription medication that can help alleviate nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. It combines two…
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Understanding Water Breaking During Pregnancy: Causes and Recognition
Read more As you approach the final weeks of your pregnancy, you might find yourself curious about when and where your water will break. Contrary to the dramatic portrayals often seen in movies, most women experience their water breaking during the early stages of labor rather than days or weeks before their due date. Here’s…
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Navigating the Complexities of Pregnancy, Marriage, and Personal Choices
Get Pregnant Fast I find myself in a familiar situation—I’m pregnant again. It feels like a chapter I’ve experienced before, almost three years ago when I was engaged to someone who didn’t quite understand me. At 24, I mustered the strength to walk away from a relationship that was constraining and unsatisfying. I had just…
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Your Baby’s Due Date is August 23
Pregnancy Timeline Read more If you ever wonder about your pregnancy timeline, it typically breaks down like this: 1st Trimester: From November 16 to February 14 2nd Trimester: From February 15 to May 23 3rd Trimester: From May 24 to August 23 Did you know that only 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their…
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Tandem Nursing & Breastfeeding While Pregnant: A Friendly Guide
Read more So, you’ve just gotten the hang of being a mom, and now you find out you’re expecting again! If you’re wondering whether you need to wean your little one due to this exciting news, don’t fret. Both breastfeeding during pregnancy and tandem nursing—where you nurse both your new baby and your toddler—are completely…
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Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Explained
Read more Chorionic Villus Sampling, commonly referred to as CVS, is a diagnostic procedure utilized to detect chromosomal abnormalities and genetic disorders in a developing fetus. If there’s a history of genetic issues in your family, your healthcare provider might recommend this test. How is CVS Performed? CVS is a minimally invasive procedure where a…
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17 Weeks Pregnant: Your Baby’s Development, Symptoms & Insights
Read more As you hit the 17-week mark in your pregnancy, your little one is about the size of a large onion, measuring around 5 inches long and weighing in at roughly 5 ounces. At this stage, your baby is busy developing essential skills and features that will prepare them for life outside the womb.…
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Medicaid for Pregnant Women
What is Pregnancy Medicaid? Read more Medicaid is a federally funded health insurance program designed to aid low-income families, including those without medical insurance or with insufficient coverage. Each state in the U.S. has its own Medicaid program, ensuring that pregnant women have access to essential prenatal and postpartum healthcare services. Besides women, Medicaid also…