The holiday season is in full swing, and this year, you may be about to experience the festivities during a pregnancy. At first, you might think that being pregnant during the holidays will put a damper on the fun you would normally have on Christmas, Hanukkah, or New Year's. That's where you would be wrong. Top 10 reasons why being pregnant over the holidays is actually … [Read more...] about Top 10 reasons why it’s awesome being pregnant during the holidays
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Can the hopes and dreams of new motherhood make the world better?
Take the Mom power challenge and let's fix this world Courtney, a young white woman walks into a hair salon filled with all black women at different stages of getting their hair done by black hair stylists. “Hi, can I help you?” calls out one of the stylists. “Yes, um…my name is Courtney…and my husband and I just found out that I am pregnant with our first baby. I’m … [Read more...] about Can the hopes and dreams of new motherhood make the world better?
What you’ll love – and hate – about pregnancy
Being pregnant is a big chapter in your life, but we'll be honest: not all of it's sunshine and rainbows. There are times when you'll find that you could be pregnant forever and times when you'll hate it. One of the most amazing parts of being pregnant is when you get to feel those little kicks. You may not realize what they are at first because they … [Read more...] about What you’ll love – and hate – about pregnancy
6 things pregnant women don’t want to hear
Although you're still in the early stages of pregnancy, it probably wouldn't hurt to start preparing now to hear some bothersome things throughout the next nine months. Not only will you seemingly get bigger by the day as you get further down the road to baby, you're going to get more uncomfortable. Things pregnant women don't want to hear In addition to your baby belly … [Read more...] about 6 things pregnant women don’t want to hear
Home to hospital: How to find comfort during labor
Bring the comforts of home to the hospital and help usher in calm relaxation while you labor. Home is where we feel our safest. It's where we unwind at the end of a hectic day - and the place we're eager to retreat to when times are tough. So, it makes good sense that bringing a bit of that safe haven with you to the hospital will help ward off fear that can impede progression … [Read more...] about Home to hospital: How to find comfort during labor