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9 Months
Expecting? We've got some great advice to prepare you for your pregnancy and the birth of your child.
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Nursing Know-How
Start your breastfeeding off right with helpful information from non-profit Best for Babes.
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City Mom
Learn strategies for navigating public transportation, crowded streets and small living spaces from Manhattan mom Monica Storch.
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Healthy Home
Build a healthy environment for your baby with practical and easy tips from national nonprofit Healthy Child Healthy World.
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Parent Talk
Get tips from the trenches with this information-packed blog from the authors of The Rookie Mom's Handbook and Stuff Every Mom Should Know, Heather Flett and Whitney Moss.
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Hip Baby
Get fun fashion advice from blogger Nadia Carriere for the 40 weeks before and after your baby is born.
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Popular Baby Names On-the-Rise in 2013
Popular baby names aren’t always replaced at the top by similar names, though sometimes it feels that way. Emily moves down, Emma moves up. Jason slips, while Jacob and Mason rise.
With the new US popularity list due out in less than a month, we thought it would be fun to look at today’s most popular baby names and guess which similar choices might move in to replace them — if not at the next tally, then at some point in the future. More
22 Baby Naming Rules Worth Following
A few weeks ago we asked the Nameberry moms and dads to tell us their best baby name rules. What followed were hundreds of suggestions, from the idiosyncratically individual (All middle names must be Celtic and begin with R) to rules so universal they might apply to everyone.
Rule Number 1, according to one berry? No dumb names. We’re down with that, along with these 21 other smart, sensible rules that every modern baby namer should follow: More
5 Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
by Margie Kelly, Communications Manager, Healthy Child Healthy World
Do you remember the moment you first learned you were pregnant? After the shock and awe period passes, pregnancy is the perfect time to commit to eliminating toxic chemicals from your food, home, and personal care products.
Making your daily routines as healthy as possible during pregnancy will make you feel better and will go a long way toward protecting your unborn child from toxic chemicals like BPA, mercury, phthalates and more, all of which have been found in the bodies of pregnant women. Clearing out chemicals from your daily routines now is good practice for creating a healthy home environment for your newborn baby, who will be particularly vulnerable to harmful chemicals found in everyday products.
Over the years, Healthy Child has gathered some excellent pregnancy advice from our experts and friends. Consider these tips for a greener, healthier pregnancy.
Hospital Checklist: What to Pack
You’ve seen it on dozens of TV shows and in the movies. “Honey, grab the suitcase – it’s time!!” So what do you really need (or want?) in your hospital bag?
Maternity Checklist
Congratulations – you’re pregnant! During these next nine months, you’re going to go through a lot of changes: Physical, emotional and yes, financial. Time to start stocking up on all the necessities. But, before you begin to shop for cribs and strollers, you’ll need to take care of your own maternity needs.
Whether you plan on purchasing a maternity wardrobe, or borrowing from friends or family, here are some suggestions that can help you on this journey – some are necessities; some are just nice to have.
Baby’s First Tests and Procedures
Your newborn is just a few minutes old, yet he’s already taking his first tests. But don’t let performance anxiety get to you. In-hospital tests are there to help doctors assess your baby’s health and to give them an earlier opportunity to discover potential (sometimes life-threatening) disorders before they adversely affect your baby’s health.
Tests vary from state to state; some are required, some are offered, but all are there to help assess the well-being of your newborn and to make sure your baby is on the right track to a healthy, happy life.
Prenatal Classes: Preparing for Birth and Beyond
You might have heard that old adage: “Luck comes when preparation meets opportunity.”
Well, you’re in for some luck. Here’s your opportunity to learn how to be prepared for your birthing experience. Of course, as we’ve said before, labor is unpredictable. So while arming yourself with information and techniques can be helpful, it’s a good idea to be open to all the twists and turns that may arise during birth.
Planning Ahead: Choosing Your Birthing Team
You’re ready to expand your family. You’ve figured out the what. We’re going to assume that you’re familiar with the how. What you need to do now is decide on who will help bring your bundle of joy into the world.
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Pregnant with Multiples? What Your Body Can Expect with Twins, Triplets, or More…
So you’ve been reading all about what to expect during pregnancy, but now you’ve just heard some news that changes everything - you’re carrying double, triple, or more! Whether you’re overjoyed, overwhelmed, or both, before you can push around the double stroller or dress your little duo in matching rompers, you’ve got to get through your pregnancy. Here’s a rundown of what you should expect now that you’re having multiples.
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What is a Kick Count and Why Is It Important?
Kick counting is a great way for you and your partner to bond with your baby. By performing a kick count at the same time every day during your last trimester, you can also help your doctor monitor your baby’s health.
