Jul 09, 2009 -
The best part about subsequent babies is the excitement of the impending bundle of joy and the relationship that blossoms between siblings. Some hospitals offer classes and tours to help prepare soon-to-be big sisters and brothers for their mother's labor and delivery. The course – generally for lil ones over the age of three – includes a tour of the maternity ward, a stop at the nursery and postpartum room, general instructions on how a new baby should be held, a snack and a story about the experience.
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Jul 08, 2009 -
Heidi Klum could put on a Hefty cinch sack, use the red pull as a belt and look fabulous. With her gams and baby bump, she wears short shorts and makes it look like a piece of cake — without having eaten one. Pregalicious ladies take note — just because mama's expecting doesn't mean she has to give up her sexy leggy look.
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Jul 08, 2009 -
The UK has the highest teen pregnancy rate in all of Europe and the second highest in the developed world after the US. Deciding to address the problem, the UK dedicated millions of pounds to a project aimed at at-risk youth. Now, that project has been abandoned because it was unsuccessful in cutting conceptions.
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Jul 08, 2009 -
Fake pregnancies are quite the phenomenon. Beccah Beushausen, a social worker from Mokena, Ill, recently fooled more than a million readers with her blog of lies about her pregnancy with a terminally ill child. Now, ABC Family is preparing to air Lindsay Lohan's straight to cable flick, Labor Pains, about a secretary who fakes a baby bump to keep her job.
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Jul 07, 2009 -
While all the magic lies within the belly of an expectant lady, there are fun ways to outwardly celebrate the life growing in it. Mothers anxious to show off their bumps may find the "Under construction" temporary tattoo hilarious and midriff worthy while others might choose a more refined approach. Here are five fun things a pregnant lady can do to cherish her burgeoning belly.
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Jul 02, 2009 -
Holding baby for the first time is a memory that forever sticks in a mother's mind. While it normally happens at the hospital or home after birth, one man is hoping to help parents-to-be have a hands on experience before their infant arrives. A model maker at London's Royal College of Arts uses ultrasound images and high tech machinery to create models of growing fetuses to encourage bonding for future moms and dads during the prenatal phase.
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Jul 01, 2009 -
Wanna-be-parents who have limited sex on schedule to improve their chances of conception might want to toss their thermometers and hop into bed! New research shows that couples engaging in daily sex prior to ovulation may have increased chances of seeing two pink lines on the pregnancy stick. One report said:Reported Tuesday at the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) meeting in Amsterdam, the study involved 118 men suffering from "higher-than-normal" genetic damage to the sperm.
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Jun 29, 2009 -
Are you ready for some football? Elisabeth Hasselbeck is. The third time mama-to-be, conservative cohost of The View, and wife of a former professional quarterback is working with Reebok to launch a line of NFL short- and long-sleeve maternity shirts featuring official team logos that will be available for the 2010 season with messages like, "Rookie," "#1 NFL Draft Pick 2030," "Mom’s Tiny Kicker," and "Fan Pending" on them.
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Jun 26, 2009 -
Whether you're new to yoga or an experienced yogini, practicing yoga is a wonderful way to take care of yourself and your growing little one. Not only will you experience peace and relaxation, but so will your babe. Many gentle types of yoga are appropriate and beneficial during pregnancy, but here are some things you should know if you are expecting .
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Jun 25, 2009 -
While many women welcome visitors to meet their newborn family member, there are some that opt out of the hospital hoopla. And, mama's wish should be everyone else's command. Here are some reasons why mommy may want to limit her inpatient visits to a select few and invite others for home visits.
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