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Choosing the Right Support: Midwife vs. Doula
When embarking on the beautiful journey of pregnancy and childbirth, expectant parents often seek guidance and support to ensure a safe and positive experience. Two important roles that offer invaluable...
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Pregnancy for the Dad - What You Need to Know
Congratulations! You're having a baby! Well, technically, your partner is the one having a baby. But just because you aren't growing that new little person in your body doesn't mean you don't...
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When do you start showing a baby bump?
You've taken the pregnancy test. You've been to the doctor. Maybe you've even had an ultrasound and have seen the evidence. You are, in fact, pregnant. Now what? YOU know there's a...
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When Do Stretch Marks Appear?
Oct 14, 2021 When do stretch marks appear? Written By: Elisa Agostinho I like to think of my stretch marks as proudly worn warrior scars. They’re a reflection of my...
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10 self-care tips during pregnancy
With so many books, blogs and “do’s and don’ts” of pregnancy, it can feel daunting to keep a checklist of how to best care for you and your baby. Whether...
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Is It Safe To Have Sex While Pregnant
In the immortal words of Salt-N-Pepa, Let's talk about sex, baby. Now that you are expecting, hopping back into the sack may be the farthest thing from your mind...unless it's to...
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Dealing With Morning Sickness
No matter how many books I read, no matter how many stories I heard, I knew I wouldn’t truly understand what pregnancy was like until I embarked on the journey...
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Should I Get a Doula?
Does having a birth oracle sound appealing? A knowledgeable mentor to guide and look over you while you labor or prepare for your method of birth. Whatever your birth story...
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How Different Pregnancies Can Be From One Another
Here, a member of the Nemah community shares her story of exactly how different her pregnancies were and drops some real mom knowledge on things you can expect your second...
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Will I Have a Scar From My C-Section?
Having a C-section may not have been in your birth plan. It's not in a lot of women's. I mean, pregnant gals aren't necessarily forming lines around the block to...
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Preparing For Your C-Section
If your OB-GYN has scheduled a C-section for you, there are things you need to know to make the experience as stress-free as it can be. Forewarned is definitely forearmed...
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Sahra Eldaly
With a range of suggestions from doctors on her Endometriosis, Sahra trusted her instinct and is weeks away from delivering her first child
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Why It's More Important To Get Sleep When You're Pregnant
Sleep. It's tricky for almost all of us. Too much. Not enough. It's a tough thing to balance. But sleep can become even more elusive when you're pregnant and plagued...
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Babymoon Destinations
Maybe it's a staycation. Maybe a bucket list adventure. Whatever your idea of indulgence is (with your healthcare provider's blessing, of course), DO IT! If you haven't even started planning,...
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When Will My Pregnancy Breast Start Growing?
Every part of your physical being will morph during the months before baby, boobs included. Oh, the places your pregnancy body changes will go – is there a Dr. Seuss...
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What Happens During A C-Section
About 1 in 3 babies are delivered via Cesarean in the U.S. If your doctor has scheduled one for you, you’ll want to know what to expect. Being mentally and...
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Hospital Bag Must Haves
PACKED AND READY. Choosing what to include in your hospital bag can feel overwhelming but pause...and breathe! The hospital will have SO much of what you will need ready for...