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Pregnancy is one of those times when you don't want to take many medications for fear of harming the baby, so natural cures for common pregnancy related symptoms are always welcome. Here are 7 natural cures for morning sickness...
Read moreThings you can do to save money during your pregnancy -- everything from food cravings to maternity clothes, baby equipment, and other discounts & freebies for pregnant mothers.
Read moreAt first I wasn't sure what you could get a guy that would relate to his becoming a father. I didn't know if there were gifts geared towards dads-to-be, until I went shopping. Here are my top picks as gifts for new dads.
Read moreHere are some great gift ideas for the mom-to-be... From the practical gifts every mom needs to the creative and unusual gifts for the mother to be -- and everything in between.
Read moreThere are several fun and creative ways you can let your husband, friends and family know that you are going to be adding a new baby to the family. Here are some interesting ways to announce that you are pregnant...
Read moreHere are some of the more unusual pregnancy food cravings and what they might mean -- for you and your baby.
Read moreHow do you really know for sure that you're pregnant? Is it possible that you won't know for sure until very late in the pregnancy? Here's what to watch for and how to react if you don't know that you're pregnant, but you're feeling different.
Read moreResearchers suggest that pregnant women drop their caffeine intake to less than 300 milligrams per day. This allows for two to three 8-ounce cups of coffee. Some of the reasons: miscarriage, low birth rate, preterm labor, increased heart rate, diuretics tamper with the body's absorption of iron, caffeine lessens appetite for more nutritional foods that mother and baby need.
Read moreWhat if you can't take a childbirth education class at the hospital? You can prepare for labor and delivery at home by watching a childbirth education DVD. We think Laugh and Learn About Childbirth is the best DVD class available.
Read moreHere's real-world advice about what you should expect to wear in the hospital during labor and after giving birth to your baby. From designer hospital gowns to special underwear and pads, I give you a list of what NOT to wear for a simpler, pretty hospital stay.
Read moreHere's a list of things that you should NOT pack in your hospital bag before giving birth. Good advice on simplifying your hospital bag and not packing more than you can carry home!
Read moreWhen should you pack your hospital bag for pregnancy? By the third trimester, in case of emergency, and keep it stored in the trunk of your car. We've rounded up 3 of the best hospital bag checklists on the Internet, along with a link to what NOT to pack in your hospital bag for the birth of your baby.
Read moreI'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!
Read moreI do a lot of walking now. For the upcoming newborn days, I'm hoping that a fitted pouch sling from Hotslings or New Native slings will give me the stability of a Baby Bjorn with the closeness of a Maya Wrap.
Read moreHere's a list of fun things to do in the doctor's waiting room while you are pregnant. With OB visits every two weeks (and more), you'll never run out of fun things to do while you wait for your prenatal appointments.
Read moreI'm pregnant and not feeling good. Here's what happened when I had elevated results on the gestational diabetes screening at 28 weeks -- and some tips for surviving the 3-hour glucose tolerance test.
Read moreHere are 4 effortless ways to make your pregnancy easy. Simplify life during pregnancy by outsourcing grocery delivery, meal preparation, house cleaning, and shopping for baby.
Read moreIt's time to stock up on diapers before the new baby arrives. How many diapers should you buy ahead of time? What brand of diapers should you buy? When is a diaper really a good price? Here are links to great mom blogs which discuss diapers for new babies.
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