Third Trimester To-Do List for Pregnant Moms

Third Trimester To-Do List for Pregnant Moms

   If you’re in your fifth or sixth month of pregnancy (or know someone who is), this checklist from @mommy.labornurse may be helpful. It's a list of suggested classes to take, . . .

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The 4-1-1 on Fitness for Moms

The 4-1-1 on Fitness for Moms

Exercise during and after pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of intense awareness of the body as physical change unfolds rapidly. It’s a time to observe the awe-inspiring power of the body while endur . . .

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Choosing a Midwife

Choosing a Midwife

What to know and questions to ask When my mom was pregnant with me, there was a series of steps she followed for care—she visited an OBGYN until labor, then checked into our local hospital to d . . .

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Maternal Wellness in the Third and Fourth Trimesters

Maternal Wellness in the Third and Fourth Trimesters

It’s not uncommon for maternal wellbeing to fluctuate during the final trimester of pregnancy or the 12 weeks following birth (fittingly known as the fourth trimester). These are periods of intens . . .

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Doulas 101: How doulas make a difference in childbirth

Doulas 101: How doulas make a difference in childbirth

Pregnancy and labor raise many questions for parents-to-be. While friends and family members may be great resources, they might not have the full picture of available birth support options. This is wh . . .

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The Big Reveal! 19 Gender Reveal Ideas to Wow Family and Friends

The Big Reveal! 19 Gender Reveal Ideas to Wow Family and Friends

Expecting a baby? Gender reveals are a popular and exciting way to announce to loved ones if you’re having a boy or girl. Here are 19 unique gender reveal ideas that wow family and friends. Tel . . .

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Tips for Parents Expecting Twins or Multiples

Tips for Parents Expecting Twins or Multiples

Expecting twins or multiples? Who better to provide expert advice than local twin parents! Here are helpful tips for twin parents-to-be from experienced San Diego moms who have already walked the pa . . .

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How to Prepare a Child for a New Sibling

How to Prepare a Child for a New Sibling

Helping a child transition to the role of older sibling is exciting and challenging. While adding another child to the family provides kids with a lifelong friend and playmate, the soon-to-be big br . . .

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Stretch Marks: Make them disappear with three daily steps

Stretch Marks: Make them disappear with three daily steps

If you’ve ever been pregnant, you may have heard horror stories about the impending doom of stretch marks. They are our battle wounds after giving birth. Some mothers wear them as a badge of honor . . .

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Babymoon: Why Parents Need a Vacation Before Baby Arrives

Babymoon: Why Parents Need a Vacation Before Baby Arrives

Having a baby brings a new set of demands on time and energy that can create stress in a marriage. Along with traditional childbirth preparations, some parents-to-be take a babymoon — one last get . . .

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