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Some of my favorite things to write about are topics that have to do with living green, saving money, pregnancy, weddings, and dogs. When I'm not writing, I love to spend time with my husband, read, create 3D artwork and Native American beadwork.

Best Baby Thermometers + When To Call The Doctor If Your Baby Has A Fever

Trying to determine the best baby thermometer to use with your little one is a task that can be rather daunting these days. Since there are so many different types of thermometers to choose from (everything from forehead thermometers to armpit thermometers, ear thermometers, rectal thermometers, and oral thermometers), choosing one that is both accurate and safe for children is of the utmost importance. Each type of thermometer has its own advantages and disadvantages. And some baby … [Read more...]

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Natural Ways To Induce Labor At Home

If you're pregnant and nearing your due date, then you're probably wondering about some natural ways of inducing labor, rather than leaving it to the doctor to induce labor. Many women don't like the idea of invasive medical procedures and prefer to be more in control of their own bodies throughout their entire pregnancy. Depending on the woman, it can be technically safe to deliver up to 2 weeks past your due date. However, you may want to help speed things along a bit, if you … [Read more...]

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How To Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy & Diminish Their Appearance After The Baby Is Born

Stretch marks are caused when the middle layer of your skin (called the dermis) gets so stretched out that the skin's elasticity starts breaking down. When this occurs, microscopic bleeding happens and the tissue becomes inflamed. That's why skin with stretch marks has a raised reddish or purplish look to it. As the dermis is being stretched, so is the top layer of skin (called the epidermis) -- making it become so translucent that you can see the stretch marks beginning to form. As the area of … [Read more...]

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68 Breastfeeding Myths Dispelled – All Of Your Breastfeeding Questions Answered Here

If you're a new mom, then you probably have lots of breastfeeding questions.It's really amazing to me how many myths there are about breastfeeding. Even more embarrassing, I actually thought some of these myths were true because I had learned them from my mother or my grandmother.As with any myth, information simply gets twisted a bit and eventually gets misinterpreted as it's passed down from generation to generation, person to person.That's why it's so important to educate yourself on what is … [Read more...]

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Before You Choose A Newborn Baby Car Seat… Some Things You Need To Know

Picking out a newborn baby car seat is one of the most important things you can do for your child. And yes, even if you and your newborn are only going to be riding in the car once, you still need to have a car seat for your baby. 5 Tips For Choosing A Newborn Baby Car Seat Here's what you need to know before you decide on a particular  car seat: #1  It's important to have your newborn baby car seat picked out and ready to go before your child is born. In fact, the sooner the better, … [Read more...]

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Paternal Postnatal Depression – The Male Version Of Postpartum Depression Is VERY Real!

Usually when you think about postnatal depression you think about mothers, and of course for them it's called postpartum depression. However, it's important to know that fathers can suffer from postnatal depression as well. In one study of 26,000 parents, it was determined that 4% of the fathers experienced symptoms associated with postnatal depression. (For the sake of comparison, typically 10 to 15% of mothers suffer from postpartum depression.) Most couples (and even many physicians) are … [Read more...]

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Put Your Newborn’s Picture On The Cover Of A Baby Magazine!

Did you know that you can put your baby on the cover of practically any baby magazine in the world? Well, you can. Let's use this Parenting baby magazine cover as an example. The nice thing is you don't have to download anything to your computer. Everything is done online which, for me, is the ultimate plus! Here are the details for specifically how to do it:  Upload a photo. Increase or decrease the size of the photo and change the photo orientation. Add the title and … [Read more...]

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How To Choose The Perfect Baby Girl Name

Choosing a baby girl name can be a little tricky these days. You don't want to choose a name that your little girl will hate when she's older, but you want to pick a name that you love as well. There are many different ways to choose a name for your baby girl. Keep these 7 tips in mind when deciding on a name that both you and your little girl will be able to live with for a lifetime, and not just today: … [Read more...]

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Where To Find The Best Free Baby Stuff

One of the coolest things about being pregnant is all the free baby stuff! The reason it's cool is, let's face it, having a baby is expensive. If you can cut down on the costs by taking advantage of free baby stuff, it can go a long way towards saving you some money. All a mother-to-be needs is a computer and an Internet connection to find lots of fun, free baby stuff. There is a ton of free stuff to be had. You just need to know where to look.   … [Read more...]

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Cord Blood Banking: The Pros & Cons

If you're pregnant, then chances are you've thought about cord blood banking. There are a number of pros, as well as cons, when it comes to banking your baby's umbilical cord blood. Here are a few of the reasons to consider cord blood banking: Your baby's siblings or other family members could use the cord blood if they developed a disease where stem cells could help -- such as with leukemia. So If there is a history of diseases like leukemia in your family, then you may want to … [Read more...]

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