Tag: birth plan
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Surrogacy and Birth: Preparing for the Arrival of Your Child
Surrogacy and Birth: Preparing for the Arrival of Your Child Surrogacy is a process where a woman carries and gives birth to a child for another person or couple. It can be a life-changing and emotional journey for both the surrogate and the intended parents. As the due date approaches, there are important preparations that…
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Creating a Birth Plan for Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination: Tips for a Smooth Delivery in 2025
Blog Post Title: Creating a Birth Plan for Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination: Tips for a Smooth Delivery in 2025 In recent years, more and more couples have turned to artificial insemination as a way to start or expand their families. And with advances in technology and medical procedures, pregnancy after artificial insemination is now a…
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Creating a Birth Plan for Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination in 2025
Blog Post Title: Creating a Birth Plan for Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination in 2025 In recent years, advances in technology have made it possible for couples struggling with fertility to conceive through artificial insemination. This method has brought joy to many families, including same-sex couples and single individuals. As more and more people turn to…
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The Birth Plan I Wish I’d Created
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 2, 2020 Originally Published: Aug. 11, 2016 The other day, while tackling the never-ending task of cleaning, I stumbled upon a relic from my past that I wish had remained buried: my birth plan. As I flipped through the pages filled with my elaborate requests for a serene environment, soft…
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When Birth Doesn’t Go as Planned
Get Pregnant Fast Hey there! Let’s be real for a moment—birth can be a wild card, even when you’ve meticulously mapped out your plan. No matter how much prep you do, things might not unfold the way you envisioned. The key? Keep your expectations realistic and have a solid support system in your corner. And…
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Navigating the Emotional Impact of Past Sexual Abuse During Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is often portrayed as a joyful time, but for those of us with a history of sexual abuse, it can be a mixed bag of emotions. It’s completely normal to feel a range of feelings, from anticipation to anxiety, and it’s important to acknowledge that your past can resurface during this…
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Why a Natural Birth Isn’t Part of My Plan
Get Pregnant Fast It all starts with that familiar exchange. “Congratulations, you’re pregnant! How exciting!” I beam, trying to mask the nausea that seems to accompany my glowing state. The conversation flows to details about the baby’s gender, the expected due date, and our name choices. But just when I thought we were safe, the…
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10 Things Expecting Mothers Say & What They Really Mean
“I’m eating for two.” Sure, I’ve been avoiding soft cheeses, cured meats, coffee, alcohol, and sushi for months, so allow me this moment with a Costco sheet cake. It might taste like guilt and regret, but it’s my comfort food! “I have a birth plan.” Let’s be honest: my birth plan primarily involves pain relief.…
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I Planned for a Natural Birth — So Why Did I Opt for an Epidural?
Get Pregnant Fast When I entered the delivery room, I quickly realized that my intentions were about to shift dramatically. I had to navigate the feelings of disappointment and relief simultaneously. My mother, Vanessa, had given birth to nine children, and eight of those deliveries were unmedicated. Inspired by her, I was determined to have…
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12 Realities About Labor and Delivery
Get Pregnant Fast As you approach your due date, the excitement and anxiety can start to swirl together. Every expectant mother begins to ponder what the experience of labor and delivery will truly be like. Some have a birth plan locked in—perhaps dreaming of a serene water birth with a midwife, while others are thinking,…