What exactly is your fundal height, why is it important and how does your doctor or midwife measure it? Many first time moms hear this phrase and wonder what it means, if it is normal, and if their baby is ok.
The fundal height is the measurement from the top of your pubic bone to the [...]
Tags: Baby, belly, fundal, height, Pregnancy, size, third, trimester
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Constipation throughout the first, second and third trimester of pregnancy is a common complaint from pregnant women. Some women, however, do not know that you do NOT have to suffer through it, and that there are things that can be done to prevent it.
Early in pregnancy, constipation is caused by a change in your hormones [...]
Tags: , active, Baby, calcium, cause, constipation, early, fiber, hormones, Pregnancy, size, uterus, water
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When a woman believes she might be pregnant, the quickest way to find out is via a urine test, either at the doctor’s office or by purchasing an over-the-counter pregnancy test from a drug store. Once a woman confirms she is pregnant she should make an appointment with her doctor or midwife for a pelvic [...]
Tags: blue, cervix, exam, first trimester, miscarriage, pap smear, pelvic, Pregnancy, size
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by Edward Abramson, PhD
If you observe carefully, you’re likely to find that you eat more than you need. There are several steps you can take to reduce the size of your portions without being hungry or feeling deprived. Dr Edward Abramson, author of Body Intelligence: Lose Weight, Keep It Off, and Feel Great Without Dieting, [...]
Tags: control, diet, eat, Health, meals, portion, size, weight
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Kid Cooperation and Perfect Parenting
Question:
My child wants to eat only her two favorite foods: cereal and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. She eats tiny amounts of any other food and complains about what’s put in front of her. What can I do about this?
Think about it:
As long as your child [...]
Tags: control, eat, eater, food, healthy, meal, offer, picky, portion, relax, rules, schedule, size, snack, toddler
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Oh, there are so many choices. Disposable or Cloth. Pampers, Luvs or Huggies. Size one or size two. Swaddlers, cruisers, regular or supreme….How does a mom choose what is best!
Cloth Diapers
Cloth diapers are very “vintage” and definitely making a come back. Every year more and more new moms fall for this relatively cheap way to [...]
Tags: Baby, brands, choices, cloth, covers, diaper, disposable, size
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There are SO many different types of strollers on the market that it is hard to decide which one is best for your new baby. What is the best deal for the money, how many different strollers do you need, and is there a more affordable way of doing it?
Car Seat Carrier
Not exactly a “stroller”, [...]
Tags: age, Baby, car seat, carrier, choices, double, grow, jogging, size, stroller, travel system, umbrella
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Perfect Parenting and Kid Cooperation
Question
I’m pregnant and trying to do everything I can now to get ready for my baby. Can you tell me what I need to know about diaper bags? What should I buy, and what should I put in it?
Learn about it
I’ve gone through about ten diaper [...]
Tags: decide, diaper bags, fabric, functionality, kinds, learn, practical, size, weight
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Pack-n-play’s, also often called travel yards, are becoming very popular with new parents as an option for their baby when it comes to bedtime. This is not only true for newborns, but also as your baby gets older. How do pack-n-plays measure up for long term use and would it be a good idea for [...]
Tags: Baby, beds, climb, crib, option, outgrow, pack-n-play, portible, size, sleep, small, travel yard
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