Most women go into the delivery room with a plan for their birth, but sometimes it is impossible to follow that plan due to complications. One of the procedures that some women do not do enough research on is the episiotomy. This is an incision made to the muscle between the vagina and rectum in order to speed up delivery
Read moreUnfortunately, even though we all want what’s best for our kids which should put us on common ground, there’s a culture of mommy wars and mom shaming, in which moms are bullied or chastised for their personal choices. That’s what the mom.life app wants to combat with their new Stop Mom Shaming campaign. Nearly 80 percent of moms report being
Read moreA woman’s body undergoes many changes during pregnancy. Major changes in hormones can affect all parts of the body, including the mouth. Even if a woman has never had dental problems before pregnancy, she can get them during or even after. It’s very important to be proactive during pregnancy when it comes to dental hygiene. Make sure to brush with
Read moreToddlers are notorious for stalling during bedtime. They will come up with a million and one excuses to not have to go to sleep. The personal favorite seems to be having to go to the bathroom half a dozen times at night. So, what is a simple solution to stopping your toddler from being up all night? Just take yourself
Read moreOne of a gaslighters most potent weapons is her words and a parent often uses these eight classic phrases in an attempt to gaslight her child so that she feels better about herself. You’re just sensitive. Because the narcissistic parent has a lot of trouble empathizing with her child, its a lot easier to label her kid sensitive. And call
Read moreDo you need a fetal training maniquin? Or how about a birthing chair that you sit in when delivering baby? Chances are, these items arent on your your baby shower list, but that doesn’t mean these vintage items arent still available for the wacky few that actually do want to own them. 5 wacky vintage pregnancy & baby gadgets you
Read morepostpartum depression is a very serious condition that can affect any woman after she’s given birth. In fact, singer Adele shares an experience that may hit very close to home for some women. The music singer sounds genuine and consideration in her words and you’ll defintely want to know what she has to say. Key Takeaways: Adele is the latest
Read moreare you prepared for the winter weather that is rearing just around the corner? Its expected to be a cold one for many, and if you are not equipped with these 11 items, you’re not going to fare well until we see warm weather again. take a look at these essentials and make sure that you are prepared. 11 healthy
Read moreMy wonderful mother-in-law flew across the country with the express purpose of watching the baby for us while my mom graciously agreed to take the older three kids for the weekend. On Thursday morning my husband and I got everyone to daycare and school, packed up the truck and headed to Southern California. Our purpose for going to Southern California
Read moreOur baby is due the same month we’d have started trying to add a third to our tribe. Evie now will pat my belly and say Baby, but, of course, it’s not like she has a clue what’s coming. Evie will be sandwiched between her two sisters, and I’m nervous her sweet disposition will change if she feels threatened or
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