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Thu, Dec 10 2009
Syphilis, Pregnancy, and False Positive Labs

Syphilis, Pregnancy, and False Positive Labs

Also in: Features, First Trimester, Health and Fitness, Pregnancy

Syphilis is a venereal disease which is fairly easy to cure, but if left untreated can cause serious health problems for both you and your child. For this reason, screening for Treponema pallidum, the... 

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Tue, Dec 8 2009
7 Need-to-Know Reasons to Breastfeed your Baby

7 Need-to-Know Reasons to Breastfeed your Baby

Also in: Features, New Baby, You and Your Baby

I’m a huge advocate of breastfeeding, and this isn’t the first time I’ve written about the benefits that come along with it.  I think it’s so important that I have nursed both... 

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Wed, Sep 23 2009
TENS Provides Natural Pain Relief during Childbirth

TENS Provides Natural Pain Relief during Childbirth

Also in: Features, Health and Fitness, Pregnancy, Third Trimester

Recently, I got an email from a friend sharing the happy news about the birth of their new first child, a beautiful daughter. Included in the announcement was an interesting note about birthing using a... 

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Sun, Sep 13 2009
8 Signals that Labor is Near

8 Signals that Labor is Near

Also in: Features

It’s been more or less nine long months, and you are probably eager to get rid of this humongous bulge, and hold your precious baby in your arms. So when is it going to happen already? Some mothers... 

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Thu, Aug 27 2009
What is a Doula?

What is a Doula?

Also in: Features, Pregnancy

According to DONA (Doulas of North America), “The word “doula” comes from the ancient Greek meaning “a woman who serves” and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced... 

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Wed, Aug 12 2009
Belly Wraps for Postpartum Tummies

Belly Wraps for Postpartum Tummies

Also in: Beauty and Fashion, Features

Belly wraps have been around for a long time, but these girdle-like, postpartum garments are most recently marketed under names like the Belly Bandit and the Taut.  Many  moms, doctors, trainers, and... 

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Fri, Aug 7 2009
The Birth Plan Reality

The Birth Plan Reality

Also in: Features

Here is some good advice (from Families.com) when it come to writing a birth plan: “Try to keep it realistic and keep an open mind about changing your plans. Sticking to a plan too rigidly could... 

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Sun, May 31 2009
Hypnosis during Pregnancy and Childbirth

Hypnosis during Pregnancy and Childbirth

Also in: Features, Health and Fitness, Pregnancy, Preparing for Baby

Our minds are very powerful. Hypnosis is finally becoming recognized in the medical profession as an extremely valuable tool to assist in many areas of health.  “Hypnosis is a wonderful tool which... 

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Sat, May 16 2009
Miscarriage: 10 Common Questions

Miscarriage: 10 Common Questions

Also in: Features, First Trimester, Pregnancy

A miscarriage (also called spontaneous abortion)  is the loss of a baby before the 20th week of pregnancy, but most often occurs during the first 13 weeks. Miscarriages occur in about 10-25 percent of... 

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Thu, Apr 16 2009
Breathing Strategies for Easier Birthing

Breathing Strategies for Easier Birthing

Also in: Features, Pregnancy

Any birthing coach or Lamaze instructor will tell you that proper breathing is key to a positive birthing experience. Patterned breathing can help you stay calm and relaxed, and is helpful for pain management.... 

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