Tag: pregnancy tips
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Losing Your Mucus Plug & Bloody Show: Is Labor Approaching?
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! If you’re expecting, you might be curious about what losing your mucus plug or experiencing a bloody show means for your upcoming labor. Let’s break it down together in a friendly chat! When it comes to losing your mucus plug, it’s important to know that every woman’s experience is unique.…
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26 Weeks Pregnant: Your Baby’s Growth and What to Expect
Get Pregnant Fast As you reach the 26-week mark in your pregnancy, you’re nearing the end of the second trimester and approaching the third! Your baby’s eyes may begin to open this week, and you might be experiencing challenges like pregnancy insomnia and increased clumsiness as your belly continues to expand. Your Baby at Week…
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The Essential Baby Safety Guide Every Grandparent Should Know
Get Pregnant Fast As a new parent, you want to ensure your little one’s safety, especially when it comes to the advice you receive from excited grandparents. With so much evolving research on baby safety, it’s crucial to update older relatives on current guidelines. Outdated Advice to Address Let’s talk about some outdated advice that…
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14 Surprising Truths About Your First Pregnancy (Sponsored)
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the path to parenthood can be an exhilarating, daunting, and sometimes downright terrifying experience. Especially if it’s your first pregnancy. The whirlwind of emotions and uncertainties can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Will you manage the sleepless nights? Will you fall madly in love with your little one? And how will you…
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Soothe Mother’s Thumb: Understanding and Relief from Wrist Pain
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re dealing with a sore thumb, you’re not alone. Many new parents experience discomfort known as “mother’s thumb.” This common condition often arises from the physical demands of caring for a newborn, including lifting, carrying, and pushing strollers. Here’s what you need to know about it, including symptoms, causes, treatments, and…
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Foods and Drinks to Steer Clear of During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! If you’re navigating the exciting journey of pregnancy, you’re probably focused on nourishing your body and your growing baby. But, equally important is knowing what to avoid on your plate. From hot dogs to sushi, there are specific foods and beverages that you should skip to keep both you and…
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The First Trimester: A Relentless Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is often hailed as a beautiful journey, filled with anticipation and joy. And while I wholeheartedly agree that the miracle of growing a new life is awe-inspiring, let’s be honest: the first trimester can be downright brutal. If you’ve been around a woman in her first trimester—whether you’re a partner, friend,…
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Preparing for Childbirth: A Real-Life Guide
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached my last prenatal check-up, I received the news that my baby is now the size of a cantaloupe and weighs more than most toddlers. With my due date just a week and a half away, I realized it’s time to get serious about packing my hospital bag. First up,…
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20 Odors Expecting Mothers Should Avoid
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy can be a wild ride, especially when it comes to your heightened sense of smell. During the first trimester, the olfactory sensitivity kicks into overdrive, turning even the faintest whiff into a nauseating ordeal. One moment you may be enjoying the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, and the next, you’re racing…
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FYI: Your Water Could Break While You’re Peeing or Sleeping
Get Pregnant Fast You may have seen the classic scene in movies where a pregnant woman has her water break at the most inconvenient moment—like during a board meeting or a heated argument with her partner. For those who haven’t experienced it, “the water breaking” seems like a pivotal moment in labor. However, the reality…