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Things I Wish I Knew Before Having My First Child

LilSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:30:33 -0800

The entrance into parenthood is a mixed bag - excitement, love, adrenaline and anxiety are just a few of the emotions most parents will experience. New moms are driven by the unknown and typically want to do everything right but when the second baby comes along, many a mom admits to asking, "What was I thinking?" Here are a few things that I wish I would have known before having my first child.

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10 Ways TV Shows Bared or Covered Pregnant Bellies

LilSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:30:06 -0800

Try as they might, it is not easy for a celeb to hide pregnancy after the 20 week mark. Actresses may show off their bumps to much fanfare offscreen, but on-screen it depends on the storyline. While some television writers are willing to make a character pregnant, others use creative means to hide their stars' growing midsections or joke about weight gain. Ellen Pompeo will be disguising her belly as Meredith on the upcoming season of Grey's Anatomy and that inspired us to take a look at how other shows handled pregnancy.

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Pregnancy Myths Uncovered

LilSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:00:04 -0800

Navigating through all the things moms-to-be can and can't do while expecting is one of the toughest parts of being pregnant. Since facts often get mixed with fiction, we're clearing the air on a few of the myths that may be keeping mama up at night.

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Helpful Hints That Could Boost Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

LilSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:30:08 -0800

It seems that some women can get pregnant by merely looking at their partner, while for others it takes much more time and effort and it's not always clear as to why. The one thing for sure is that when a woman decides she wants to become pregnant, it's on her mind 24/7. They may not work for everyone, but here are a few things a hopeful mama-to-be can do to increase her chances of adding a baby into her future sooner.

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Pregnancy Weight by the Pound

LilSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:34 -0800

A pregnant woman is expected to gain anywhere from 11 to 40 pounds, depending on her weight before carrying her child. Unless they're breaking records, most babies aren't tipping the scales past 10 pounds so what is causing all the extra weight? Ice cream and pizza aside, we've detailed where expecting mamas can anticipate the extra baggage to come from during those nine blissful months.

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American Apparel Maternity: Ga Ga or Gag?

DStirk — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:47:02 -0700

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10 Foods to Curb Pregnancy Cravings

LilSugar — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:13 -0700

Move over pickles and ice cream, the pregnancy craving cops are onto you. The foods women crave may evolve as they make their way through their expectant days, but at the heart of it all are nutrients that the mama-to-be and her baby need as they continue on their journey. Keeping a fridge well-stocked with foods that fulfill these cravings will help eliminate the need for late night grocery runs and odd mixtures on mommy's plate.

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Five Unusual Ways to Show Off Your Ultrasound

LilSugar — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:00:10 -0700

An ultrasound provides an exciting glimpse of your growing baby and while some parents-to-be stow the image away for safekeeping, others opt to do something a little more creative with their baby's first picture. If you're ready to go beyond the classic frame route, check out a few unusual and modern gifts and ideas for showing off your ultrasound.

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5 Tricks to Making Mama-to-Be More Comfortable in Late Pregnancy

LilSugar — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:00:14 -0700

Even women who experience nine months of bliss, may get a few minor aches, pains or ailments at the very end of their pregnancies. While the best remedy is the anticipation of meeting their soon-to-be bundles of joy, here are some tips for ways to ease everything from heartburn to water retention. They aren't scientific, just from one mama to another. Source: Flickr User mahalie

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When Pregnancy Doesn't Stop the Vices

babysugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:33:08 -0700

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Five More Ways to Stay in Pre-Pregnancy Clothing

LilSugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:00:03 -0700

As previously flat bellies turn into baby bumps and an expectant mama's clothes grow tight, a woman in her second trimester may try just about anything to extend the life of her pre-pregnancy clothes before diving into the world of maternity wear. Celebrities may opt for purchasing looser clothing in bigger sizes, but there are plenty of tricks for staying in your current clothes for a few weeks longer than expected. Check out our five additional tips for staving off a trip to the maternity store.

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Freaky Deaky Baby Shower Cakes

babysugar — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:00:27 -0700

If you thought those sleeping baby cakes were creepy, check out some of the other delicious gems we gathered from Cake Wrecks. Those hard working ladies have come across some pastries that will make you gag, laugh or order the crafty er... dessert. Pay attention so you can cast your vote on the creepiest cake!

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Pregnancy Then . . . and Now

babysugar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:00:22 -0700

We've come a long way baby. From morning sickness, to swollen legs, to the constant worry about her impending arrival, a mom-to-be has a lot to complain about. Hard as pregnancy may be today, it doesn't compare to having a bun in the oven several decades ago. As we saw on this week's Mad Men, times have changed, and luckily for us modern day mommas, so has pregnancy. Check out the major differences in pregnancy then, and now - and you may think twice about how hard you have it.

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Keep Your Hands to Yourself (and Off My Belly)!

babysugar — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 06:00:40 -0700

Step away from the bump! Unless a mama-to-be has given someone permission to rub the belly, people should keep their hands to themselves. Though many ladies don't mind a tummy pat, it may leave others feeling violated. To ward off stomach rubbers, expectant ladies might consider sporting one of these cheeky tees.

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8 Ways to Prep Your Body For Pregnancy

FitSugar — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:45:45 -0700

Labor Day makes me think of labor. No, not as in "work," but as in having a baby. Even if you are not trying to get pregnant, there are a few things you can do to help prepare your body for its journey to motherhood. Here are eight healthy habits to put into place to help you conceive and have a healthy pregnancy.

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Look Out... Pregnancy Can Be Contagious!

babysugar — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:19:21 -0700

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Michelle Duggar Pregnant With 19th Baby!

LilSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:22:59 -0700

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Michelle Duggar Pregnant With 19th Baby!

LilSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:30:07 -0700

Anna isn't the only Duggar expecting! This morning on the Today show, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, who will become grandparents next month, announced that they too will add to their big brood with a 19th baby next year. The couple known for their reality show said they are currently close to the three-month mark. Congratulations to the growing family!

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A Sugary Sweet Baby Shower For the Sugar Family

babysugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:30:37 -0700

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Special Sibling Memories Before New Baby Debuts

LilSugar — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:35:43 -0700

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What Was Your First Big Ticket Item Purchase For Baby?

babysugar — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:29:15 -0700

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Baby Cakes: Crazy Creepy or Crazy Cute?

babysugar — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 21:17:54 -0700

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Television's Hottest Expectant Ladies

babysugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:11:42 -0700

It may be hard to top hot dog eating contests and faux pregnancies, but the networks are going to have to find a way to come up with more clever pregnancy fodder to inject into their story lines with the number of network ladies firing up buns in their ovens. ABC has quite a few expectant mamas in its lineup while NBC, CBS, and Lifetime aren't too far behind in the baby bump race. Tiffani Thiessen plans to put parenthood on hold since she's signed on to a new show, but she may find inspiration in these fuller tummied leading ladies.

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Hollywood’s Brightest Stars and Their Big Families

LilSugar — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:00:28 -0700

Two is too few when it comes to children in Tinseltown families. Though the national average of offspring is still close to two per household, leave it to Hollywood to do things bigger! According to a new study, more than a quarter of all births in 2007 were women having their third or fourth children. Some experts attribute the increase to mothers basking in the attention of pregnancy, but we think celebmamas get their fill of the limelight on the red carpet. Perhaps stars like Angelina Jolie and Heidi Klum just understand the importance of siblings! Check out other famous mothers and fathers that enjoy being a party of five, six, seven, 10, or 20!

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