Category: Pregnancy
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Are Pregnancy Hormones Leaving You Feeling Like a Hot Mess?
The moment you find out that you are expecting, many women are often overwhelmed and have mixed emotions. Most women are thrilled to be expecting while other’s are scared to death. All of these emotions that you are feeling are normal. It will take time for many parents to adjust to the thought of being…
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Expecting My Second Child
My second pregnancy was a bit of a surprise as I wasn’t actively trying to conceive. I found out in February 2000, that I was pregnant and was due October in October. When I was almost 20 weeks, I found out that I was having a little boy. I was excited and nervous at the…
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How to Introduce Your Newborn to the Family Pet?
When I was pregnant with my youngest, I was worried about how our dog would react to the new baby. Our dog was used to getting a ton of attention from us and I was worried that she would get jealous of the time that it takes to care for a newborn. Most dogs adapt to the…
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Benefits To Breast Feeding Your Newborn Infant Immediately After Birth
Breastfeeding your baby immediately after birth is not only provides your baby with adequate nutrition until your breast milk comes in. There are also benefits that help moms too. When searching for a doctor, during your very first prenatal appointment find out if your midwife or doctor allows you to immediately breastfeed your baby during…
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What Risks Are Involved in Getting a Tattoo While Pregnant?
Getting a tattoo while you are pregnant may seem like a great idea. However, it is better to wait until after you have had the baby before deciding to get a tattoo. Many reputable tattoo places won’t touch a woman who is pregnant or breastfeeding. When you are pregnant your body is already working in…
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Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Each one of my pregnancies were completely different, including the early symptoms that I had. Some of the early symptoms that women experience are very similar to pre-menstrual symptoms. Many women wait to test for pregnancy until they miss their first period; however, some women mistake spotting as a period and don’t think twice about…
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Expecting my First Baby As a Teen Mom
My first pregnancy was a bit of a shock, since I was just 18 years old and just out of high school. I found out that I was pregnant in April of 1996. I was still living at home with my parents and wasn’t married to my boyfriend. I knew firsthand that my parents would…