pregnancy
Growing your family, one baby bump at a time. All about the ups and downs of nature's 9 month miracle.
Are Prenatal Vitamins Really Important?
If you are pregnant or thinking about having a baby, it’s only natural that you have a lot of questions about prenatal vitamins. Are prenatal vitamins really important? Aren’t there enough vitamins and minerals in your food? How do you choose a good prenatal vitamin and what’s the best way to take them? Every expectant mother wants to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby, so let’s dive into these questions one at a time so you can make informed decisions.
By Donna Maurer6 years ago in Families
9 Things That I Wasn’t Expecting When I Had an Emergency C-Section
After the gruelling labour of my 9lb 9oz son ended in him being forcibly removed by a nice, Scottish doctor wielding a pair of forceps, I was no stranger to the fact that childbirth doesn't always go to plan. Well prepared that I probably wasn't going to have an easy time, my "birth plan" was simple. Get to the hospital; remain calm; stay upright and active as much as possible; and do everything I could to avoid having a caesarean.
By Rebekah Crawley6 years ago in Families
3 Tips to Entertain Your Kids While Pregnant
Entertaining your other kids is more difficult as you carry your unborn baby. The waddling, swollen ankles and morning sickness can prevent you from keeping up with your other kids and make it harder to keep them entertained. Luckily, there are some ways you can entertain your kids without tons of effort on your part.
By Kari Oakley6 years ago in Families
Could This Be It
Although there are women who do not want children, many women do. Being a mother was always one of my wishes. The thought of having a baby and watching that miracle grow was exciting. I couldn’t wait to be a mom and have a family. That wish came true when my daughter was born.
By Crystal Nicole6 years ago in Families
The Inside of a Woman’s Mind: The Pregnancy Test
The following is a text message I sent to my boyfriend in that moment I found out I wasn’t pregnant: “Is it wrong? I have an amazing family surrounding me, one that I do not appreciate very often but am slowly learning to, one that I love unconditionally and strive so hard to make happy, one that motivates me to do well in all areas of my life, one that I would love to make bigger one day.
By Brown Eyed Girl6 years ago in Families
Being Pregnant in Post-Colonial Nigeria: Are the Fears Justified?
I’m about to walk you through my personal experience with pregnancy in Nigeria. From giving birth in Nigeria to maternal health in Nigeria, I’m going to share everything with you, right up to family planning after pregnancy in Nigeria!
By Elizabeth Barletta6 years ago in Families
