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  • Safe Sleep Practices for Toddlers

    Read more As your little one transitions into toddlerhood, you might be curious about the new sleep guidelines to ensure their safety. Here’s a friendly guide to help you navigate safe sleep for your growing child. Understanding Safe Sleep Guidelines for Toddlers By the time your child reaches toddler age, many of the strict rules…

  • Your Baby’s Due Date is February 27!

    Your Pregnancy Timeline 1st Trimester: May 23 to August 21 2nd Trimester: August 22 to November 27 3rd Trimester: November 28 to February 27 Read more Did you know that only about 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their precise due date? A typical pregnancy can last anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, so…

  • Why Newborn Skin Can Look Blotchy

    Read more Ah, the charm of a newborn’s soft skin—everyone raves about it, but let’s be real: many times, that delicate complexion doesn’t quite match the hype. Instead, you might notice your little one’s skin being a bit blotchy, bumpy, or even blemished. While it may not be the picture-perfect view you expected, there’s no…

  • Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum During Pregnancy: Symptoms & Treatment

    Read more When you’re pregnant, it’s not unusual to experience some nausea and vomiting, especially in the first trimester. However, if those symptoms become extreme and relentless, it might be a condition called hyperemesis gravidarum—think of it as morning sickness on steroids. Unlike typical morning sickness, which many can manage, hyperemesis gravidarum can leave you…

  • Your Baby’s Due Date is September 13

    Read more Did you know that only 1 in 20 babies arrive on their exact due date? Typically, a pregnancy lasts anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, leaving many parents in suspense until the big day arrives. For those tracking their pregnancy week by week, consider downloading the ModernFamilyBlog app! Pregnancy Highlights at 28 Weeks…

  • Your Baby’s Due Date is February 20!

    Read more As you eagerly anticipate your baby’s entrance into the world, it’s interesting to note that only 1 in 20 babies actually arrive on their exact due date. A typical pregnancy can last anywhere from 38 to 42 weeks, so there’s plenty of time to prepare (and perhaps a little bit of guesswork involved).…

  • Delivering the Placenta: What to Expect During Placenta Delivery

    Read more Congratulations! You’ve done the hard work of bringing your little one into the world, and now there’s just one last step to complete: delivering the placenta. While it may feel a bit anticlimactic (after all, it’s just a placenta), this stage of labor is quite significant and holds symbolic meaning for many. During…

  • First Trimester Pregnancy Diet: What to Eat

    Read more Navigating the first trimester of pregnancy can be quite a rollercoaster ride. With morning sickness, food aversions, and fatigue rearing their heads, you may find it challenging to maintain a healthy diet. Hormonal changes, particularly the surge in progesterone, can lead to digestive issues like nausea and heartburn. It’s common for soon-to-be moms…