Jun 26, 2009 -
One of the pleasures a pregnant lady enjoys is the absence of her monthly visitor. Nicknamed pretty Miss Sally, the crimson tide, or moontime, most women enjoy the hiatus from cramps, tampons, Advil, and mood swings — though the latter may make an appearance from time to time during expectant months. Some women are lucky enough to enjoy an extended sabbatical during their nursing months.
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Jun 08, 2009 -
When my daughter was just a wiry wee thing, I laid her on the bed next to me while I put my sneakers on. In a second's time, she plopped on the floor screaming her scared lil head off. In a panic, I phoned the pediatrician fearful I had harmed my sweetheart.
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May 18, 2009 -
It melts my heart to see my daughter fawn over her little brother. She caresses his cheeks, baby talks him, pats his tummy and holds his hand. She often echoes me, "What's the matter?"
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May 16, 2009 -
After six months of renewed motherhood, I am still relishing newborn scents and exciting "firsts" while enjoying my body's return to normalcy and my re-entry to the workplace. In case you missed it, I have highlighted my favorite reasons for being pregnant, not being pregnant, returning to work, the joys of new motherhood and why two is twice as nice. And just for laughs, I've spilled the dirty secrets on five gross things that moms do...
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May 10, 2009 -
The card I bought my mom says it all. It has a picture of a woman lying asleep on a couch while childish mayhem surrounds her and a helpless panicked husband stares at her hoping for a beacon of light. Below it reads, "The server is down."
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Apr 27, 2009 -
Like many first moms, I was certain I would get my baby on a schedule right away. As soon as she made her debut, plans changed. I spoiled her —letting her fall asleep in my arms whenever she pleased and allowing her to nap as she pleased.
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Apr 20, 2009 -
Every parent does what they think is best for their child. With my firstborn that meant giving her vaccinations as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Perhaps two years of media got to me, or maybe it was Jenny McCarthy and all of the other parents of children with autism that made me a tad wary of vaccinations.
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Apr 17, 2009 -
Becoming a mother was a blessing I appreciate more and more every day. It has been an amazing experience to watch our firstborn grow into a charming, entertaining, and sweet girl. I was nervous that having two would rock our world.
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Apr 16, 2009 -
Every night, I give my five-month-old a bottle to make sure he is getting a heavy dose of milk to help him sleep through (a relative term) the night. After gulping down his meal last night, it was clear my son wanted more. Knowing his limits, I held him and patted his back while his head rested on my shoulder.
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Apr 14, 2009 -
Every pregnancy is different, but what about the offspring? Some siblings look like carbon copies of each other while others barely share resemblance. Then there are the children who look alike, but act completely opposite.
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