Category Archives: 1st Trimester

Soy’s Potential Hazards

There are a lot of things in our daily diets that fall under the category of “A little is good, a lot is harmful”. One of those things, surprisingly, is a “health-food” that is potentially causing health issues for millions. … Continue reading

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The Second Month of Pregnancy

Your Baby Week by week, your baby is changing rapidly. By the end of the second month of pregnancy, your baby will begin to have the appearance of a tiny human being. At this point, your baby is referred to … Continue reading

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Keep a Pregnancy Journal

Pregnancy is a wonderful, exciting and sometimes scary journey. Want to keep this time fresh in your memory? Or just keep information about events that occurred during this time? Document the journey in a pregnancy journal. How to Journal Your … Continue reading

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Hearing Loss in Children – The Advantages of Early Detection

Using advanced technology, doctors are now able to test newborn babies for hearing loss fairly accurately, and at very low costs. Typically, testing will be performed when a newborn is considered “at risk” due to related hearing loss circumstances involving … Continue reading

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Dealing With Grief During Your Pregnancy

In the time that it takes to carry a baby to term, many unforeseen events can unfold, including the death of a close family member or friend. Sadly, there is not much literature on the topic. I know about this … Continue reading

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The Use of Raspberry Leaf Tea During Pregnancy

Throughout history, women have searched for natural methods that would make labor and childbirth less difficult. Raspberry leaf tea has been used by pregnant women for centuries to tone and strengthen the uterus. This can help make labor more efficient … Continue reading

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The Benefits of Childbirth Classes

Although the choice to take childbirth classes is a personal decision you will have to make for yourself, childbirth classes can be very beneficial especially for first time parents. Besides teaching breathing and relaxation techniques, these classes are very informative … Continue reading

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Natural Cures for Acne During Pregnancy

Even though many women think they have left the problem of acne behind them, it is not at all uncommon for those troublesome zits, pimples and blemishes to return during pregnancy. The complex dance of hormones that take place during … Continue reading

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Pregnancy After Miscarriage

Having a miscarriage can be a terrible experience and it is one that leaves scars. For many women who become pregnant after one or more pregnancy losses, the joy and wonder of carrying a child is replaced with fear and … Continue reading

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Miscarriage: Your Loss, Your Grief

Ten years ago as a young woman first trying to have I baby I discovered a little secret it seemed no one wanted to talk about. Having a miscarriage is much more common than anyone knows. Doctors will give you … Continue reading

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