Best Online Baby Registries
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by Pia
2y ago
Best of the Best Overall Amazon “Comprehensive collection at great prices and offers a free welcome box.” Most Budget Friendly Target “Convenient for online or in-store, includes discounts, a welcome kit and a year of deals” Walmart “From top brands to convenient services & more, it’s all here to help give your baby the best beginning” Best for Multiple Store Registries MyRegistry “All stores, one Registry, all in one place” Babylist “Put anything onto your baby registry from any store” Most Comprehensive Online Store BuyBuy Baby “Everything you could want for baby with excellent shippi ..read more
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Stem Cell Preservation 101!
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by Pia
2y ago
 What are newborn stem cells, and what can they do?  What is cord blood banking and stem cell preservation?  What about cord tissue?  What is the difference between banking cord blood and cord tissue?  What diseases will stem cells treat?  How is it collected?  How do I arrange to bank my baby’s blood and tissue?  How do I pick a Stem Cell Preservation Company?  Great video explanation of Stem Cell Preservation  What are newborn stem cells, and what can they do?  Your baby’s umbilical cord is made up of blood and tissue (called Wharton ..read more
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Breastfeeding during Pregnancy. Is it Safe?
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
While there are exceptions, breastfeeding while you are pregnant is usually considered safe. We recommend following these guidelines to be sure it is safe and healthy for you and your children. Guidelines to follow to be sure it is safe and healthy for both you and your baby.   1. Check with your healthcare provider. It is always best to check with your healthcare provider before deciding whether or not to continue breastfeeding while pregnant. If you have a history of a complicated pregnancy or are at high risk for preterm labor or miscarriage, your provider may recommend discontinuing ..read more
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Supplements and Vitamins during Pregnancy: Which Ones are Safe and Which Ones to Avoid
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by Pia
2y ago
The Low Down on Supplements in Pregnancy We know that pregnancy can be a very confusing time. Especially when you start researching what can harm your baby, it seems nothing is safe!  Many things are safe to eat, and diet is the overall best way to get nutrients to your little one.  I am sure you have been researching what is safe to eat and what isn’t. You probably know by now that raw sushi, unpasteurized cheeses, and deli meat, among other things, are a no-no. You may not know that many vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements are also off the list for now.  Which ones?&nbs ..read more
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Morning Sickness Remedies
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
Why am I nauseous, and when will it go away? Morning sickness got its name because many pregnant women vomit first thing in the morning.  Some feel worse at night, and some are nauseous all day long. Some women never vomit or do so only once a day, while others may vomit many times a day. Regardless of your experience, we can all agree that it isn’t fun. It is estimated that 50-90% of women will experience some amount of nausea during pregnancy.  It is thought to be caused by the hormone Human Chorionic Gonadotropin or HCG.  Nausea usually begins around the 5th week and peaks a ..read more
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What is Round Ligament Pain?
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
Round ligament pain in pregnancy, what is it? As your uterus stretches and grows, you will feel many new sensations from that growth. Some call it growing pains or uterus stretching.  Your uterus is enlarging (obviously) to make room for your little one. As it grows, it will push and pull on everything around it, including your round ligaments.  Your round ligament connects your uterus to your pelvis.  As your uterus grows and the pregnancy progresses, these ligaments will soften and stretch.  The softening of your ligaments is due to hormone changes that eventually allow ..read more
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10 Pregnancy Myths and Old Wive’s Tales True or False?
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
1. I can tell the biological sex of the baby by how I am carrying. Answer:  FALSE No, you cannot tell your baby’s biological sex (gender) by how you are carrying. Some babies naturally hang out up higher in your uterus and pelvis, while others sit very low.  Those super-high babies can make it hard to breathe, while the super-low babies cause more pelvic pains. 2. It is safe for me to drink alcohol during my pregnancy. Answer:  FALSE No, it is not safe to drink alcohol in pregnancy.  Some midwives and obstetricians will say that one glass of wine a few days a week is fine ..read more
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Medications in Pregnancy
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
Although some medications are considered safe in pregnancy, others are not studied well, and others are deemed unsafe.  Most pregnant women will take medications at some point during their pregnancy. It is important to discuss any new symptoms and new medications with your healthcare provider.  Any time you have been prescribed a new medication, please be sure the prescriber is aware you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. The following is a list of over-the-counter medications that are considered safe in pregnancy. Condition OTC Medications considered safe in pregnancy ..read more
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Spotting or Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
Up to 1 in 4 women experience some form of spotting or bleeding in the first trimester.  It is not usually a sign of a problem, and it is very common.  Yes, miscarriage is always a concern.  Try not to worry, but that is tough for sure. Here is why you may have spotting It is all about the implantation.  As your newly conceived little one makes her way down to your uterus, you usually have no signs of pregnancy yet. Once she is in the uterus, she will implant and snuggle up into your uterine lining.  As her gestational sac forms around her and the placenta begins to de ..read more
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Am I Pregnant?
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by askanursemidwife
2y ago
Whether you are trying to get pregnant or not, you just want to know.  We all want to know as early as possible.  Well, let’s talk about how it all started in the first place. Yep, let’s go back to 7th-grade health class (insert eye roll here). When to conceive (or prevent) Most women have cycles that are approximately every 28-32 days in length.  We ovulate about halfway through that cycle, but in actuality, we usually ovulate 14 days before the start of your next period (if you get one).  Ovulation is when your ovary releases an egg.  It is during this time you are c ..read more
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