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Beautiful push presents for mom
Welcoming a baby is one of life’s greatest joys. Commemorating that moment with what some call a “push present” is an added bonus!...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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Bye, bye birth plan
There are plenty of things to plan for when expecting a baby, but labor and birth isn't always one of them. Labor can be (very)...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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The truth about false labor
If you're ready to run to the hospital after your first contraction, slow down — it could be false labor. Then again, it could be...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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Deal with delivery anxiety
It's no secret that childbirth is no walk in the park. But if you are having continual anxiety about bringing your baby into this...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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Secrets of the labor and delivery room
Wondering what your options for birth in a hospital really are? Ami Burns, CD(DONA), LCCE, FACCE shares five secrets so you can make...Max 5 stars60My Rating -
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Lightening, Braxton Hicks and other signs of labor
Your pregnant body may give you some signals right before you are going to go into labor. If you experience any of these signs, your...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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Push for the best maternity care: The new Lamaze campaign
On March 22, Lamaze International launched its brand new campaign, Push for Your Baby, to encourage parents to seek out the best...Max 5 stars80My Rating -
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Planning a home birth: It's not just for hippies anymore
A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) shows home birth in the U.S. increased 29 percent from 0.56 percent of...Max 5 stars100My Rating -
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Is silent Scientology birth insane?
Kelly Preston and John Travolta's new little boy just arrived on the scene. Normally I wouldn't comment, (celebrities are boring... -
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Cesarean section checklist for pregnant women
Cesarean section is the most common major surgical procedure performed in the United States and the Coalition for Improving... -
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Labor induction rates too high
According to Canada.com, Canadian c-section rates are climbing at a fast pace - too fast. Many experts think the extra... -
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Be a great labor and birth coach
If your partner is pregnant there's a good chance you'll be at the labor and birth (or at least, you... -
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Labor essential: keep mints in your bag
Very few of us go into labor right when we've been told we will. My son was actually born on... -
What is a stress test?
If you're pregnant and your care provider wants you to take a stress test here's what you need to know.... -
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What's a mucous plug?
A mucous plug sure doesn't sound like much fun does it? It's not too fun, but it is useful. When...