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Stretch Marks: What's The Big Deal?
Stretch marks, every pregnant woman's nightmare, but should they be? According to WebMD, almost 90% of women will get stretch marks during their pregnancy. And no matter what anyone tells you, there is no way to prev…
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What Does Labor Feel Like?
Every new mom has this question, but the problem is that there are no clear-cut answers as it varies for everyone. Even when I was in labor, I was not positive I was in labor, but I knew something was up. Here is how my lab…
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8 Postpartum Must Haves
Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this post, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. Read full disclosure here. 1. Adult Diapers - The hospital will provide you with big mesh underwear and giant pads, but the bl…
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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag
Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this post. You can read my full disclosure here. What we did was use the diaper bag for baby and then used a carry on bag with wheels for our things. Pillows wouldn't fit in the…
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Should I Have a Birth Plan?
Labor and birth are unpredictable so it may seem silly to try and have a plan. However, I felt it was good to have one because it gives your doctor a heads-up as to what you want, though always know it may not be what yo…
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What is a Doula?
What is a Doula? A Doula, also known as a labor coach, is someone who helps you through labor and acts as an advocate for you. Usually, they are female and their main focus is supporting the mom during labor and childb…
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Our Birth Story
On December 24, 2016, our baby girl decided she was ready to enter the world! What I thought were Braxton hicks on the night of December 23, turned out to be real contractions, but because they didn't bother me, I went t…
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Why You Should Get The Flu Shot When Pregnant
If you are going to be pregnant or give birth during the cold and flu season, you should get a flu shot and you should enforce anyone who plans to hold the baby after birth to get a flu shot as well. Here is why you sho…
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10 Pregnancy Must Haves
Disclosure: Affiliate links are used in this post. Any purchase you make using these links supports this site. Read full disclosure here. 1. Extra pillows - You will often see a maternity pillow (also known as a snoogle )…
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What is the Glucose Test?
The glucose test is usually given in the 3rd Trimester. This test is heavily encouraged as it tests for gestational diabetes, but you have the right to refuse. However, if gestational diabetes isn't diagnosed during pre…
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