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:
Continue reading: Infant Carriers & Slings
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.
Continue reading: Things To Do In The OB Waiting Room
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?
Continue reading: Pregnancy Glucose Tolerance Test
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!
Continue reading: Simplify Your Pregnancy
It's time to start stocking up for baby's arrival!
But...
How many diapers should you buy ahead?
How long does a baby wear each size diaper?
What's a good sale price on diapers?
What brand diaper should I buy before baby comes?
Here are some good answers I've found on the web from fellow moms...
Continue reading: Buying Diapers For The Newborn Baby
We want to make the perfect nest for our new babies, right?
Cozy, warm, and most of all -- SAFE.
Here are some cheap and easy ways to green your baby's nursery, with recycled elements, organic bedding, and furniture that won't outgas toxins.
Let's get started!
Continue reading: Green Baby Nurseries
Want to predict what your baby MIGHT look like?
Computer guru Kim Komando named MakeMeBabies.com one of her Cool Sites For The Day.
This free, fun site gives you the tool to combine both parents' photos. You can even post the result on your MySpace or Facebook page!
Here's how Make Me Babies worked for me...
Continue reading: What Will Your Baby Look Like?
The fun part of pregnancy is undoubtedly feeling your baby kick.
Wham!
It makes even the most unpleasant pregnancy side effects fade away.
Here are a few safe and proven ways to make your baby kick, so your husband or kids can feel it, too!...
Continue reading: How To Feel Baby Kicks & Count Fetal Movements
I'm right at the cusp of the 3rd trimester, and I'm more exhausted than I've ever been.
Where's that excitement and nesting energy I've come to expect?
Is it normal to feel so tired when you're pregnant?
Here are a few things you might want to check if you can barely get out of bed when pregnant...
Continue reading: Is It Normal To Be So Exhausted?
I've already told you how I wasted money on prenatal vitamins that made me vomit.
I wish I had lived near a Meijer store!
The family-friendly company Meijer has rolled out a new program giving FREE prenatal vitamins to all expectant moms. Let's hope big chains like Walmart and Kroger follow suit!
Here's how to get your free prenatal vitamins...
Continue reading: Free Prenatal Vitamins
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