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Do you really need to take a childbirth education class?
We skipped the class before our first child was born, and I did regret it later!
However, we discovered a great class on DVD before our second child was born.
Now I recommend Laugh and Learn About Childbirth to all my friends. Here’s why…
What should you wear at the hospital during and after birth?
Handy checklists (see below) will tell you lots of things to pack in your hospital bag.
But I’m going to tell you the truth:Â You don’t need to pack as many clothes or underthings as you think!
Here is real-world advice about the clothes and underwear you need for a hospital birth…
The first time I had a baby, we could hardly carry all our gear into the birthing room!
Two babies later, I’m finally wising up.
The Internet will tell you all kinds of things you should pack for your hospital bag.
Here’s what I packed in my hospital bag.
I’m going to help you simplify your stay. Here’s a short list of things NOT to pack for a hospital birth…
How soon is too soon to start packing your hospital bag?
If you’re already in your 3rd trimester… you should have your bag packed already!
It’s important to pack your hospital bag early and tuck it away in the car for each doctor’s appointment, and in case of an emergency (or early delivery).
I’m treating my pregnancy’s gestational diabetes with an ADA meal plan, oral Glyburide, and daily exercise. But I still get those sweet cravings! What snacks are safe for gestational diabetes patients? Here’s are 6 sweet snacks that pregnant women can eat without worrying!
Two months and counting!
It’s time to assemble everything you’ll need for baby’s arrival.
Just in case — they do arrive early, you know!
I’ve unpacked the new car seat and washed the baby clothes. Now I need to figure out which baby sling is best for a newborn.
Here’s what I’ve found about wearing an infant…
In your 3rd trimester, you’ll be going to the doctor a lot more:
every 2 weeks, then every week for the last month.
That’s a lot of waiting!
Here’s a fun list of things to keep you busy after you’ve leafed through Parents magazine… twice.
I’m back from the doctor’s office. And we’re pretty sure I have gestational diabetes.
Here’s what happened when I had elevated results on the gestational diabetes screening, along with some tips for surviving the 3-hour glucose tolerance test.
In other words: How do you drink that yucky sugar drink and not get sick in the waiting room?
Pregnancy should be a FUN time!
When you’re feeling tired and oh-so-pregnant, take all the shortcuts you can.
Here are 4 of my favorite ways to simplify life, before and after baby arrives!
