When I was in my third trimester, the burning question on my mind was, “How will I know when I’m in labor? What will it feel like?” Now I know every labor, like every baby, is unique. But here’s the insider’s perspective on what childbirth felt like for four real moms. Labor “The shifting sensations are hard to navigate— you’re sweating like crazy and then you’re freezing … [Read more...] about What having a baby REALLY feels like
How to create a perfect nursery for less
One night, when I was about 20 weeks pregnant, my husband came home to find me in tears, selling off our clothes on eBay and looking for a second job. “We can’t afford this baby!” I cried. According to the various sources I’d consulted, caring for a baby required thousands of dollars worth of special equipment— everything from a gadget that warms wipes to a device that … [Read more...] about How to create a perfect nursery for less
Sleep breathing problems during pregnancy
Problem Sleep Helpful advice for those who don’t breathe easy overnight. By the end of your pregnancy, getting a good night’s sleep is nothing more than a pipe dream. Between the back pain, leg cramps, baby kicks, and squashed bladder, you’re in and out of bed so much, it feels like a revolving door. Yet for many pregnant women, sleeping poorly isn’t just an annoyance, but a … [Read more...] about Sleep breathing problems during pregnancy
Basic Baby Care
A simple guide for complicated parents. Most new parents confess to feeling two equally strong emotions at the birth of their baby: awesome, heart-wrenching love and total terror. It’s no wonder why: You suddenly have in your possession a tiny creature whose around-the-clock care is entirely up to you. Because you’ve probably never done any of this before, you’re bound to … [Read more...] about Basic Baby Care