If you look back at pictures of my son in the hospital after his birth, you might notice that he’s swaddled in the standard blue-and-pink-striped baby blanket in almost every shot. That’s because, other than diaper changes, baths, and an occasional loosening of the blanket during nursing sessions, he was swaddled. Pretty much all the time. And I really, really
Read moreMaking a baby is a lot of hard work, and while those nine months will be up before you know it, it can seem like an arduous journey. There are plenty of lists that describe things you should do while you’re pregnant to make the most of it, but this entertaining list at Scary Mommy is the opposite. These are
Read moreFor most women the pregnancy experience brings about a huge number of noticeable changes, the most obvious being the belly bump. However, not all women experience the same symptoms (some none at all!), and for overweight women especially the growing baby might not be totally obvious. About 1 in every 475 pregnancies is a complete surprise until the third trimester
Read moreBody paint is great because it’s like a tattoo that washes off. Big pregnant bellies become works of art in this neat article at the Baby Center! When you’re pregnant, your big belly bump gets to be pretty awkward to carry around. Body paint is a fun way to take advantage of your ample proportions and become a work of
Read morePregnancy trackers give you an idea of what’s going on inside you as your baby grows, but they’re not 100% accurate. If you want to know if your baby is the size of a plum or a cantaloupe, they’re great! But this entertaining article from Scary Mommy lists what pregnancy trackers would say each week if they could really tell
Read moreA meteorologist for Global News in Canada, Kristi Gordon has recently received hate mail for wearing “revealing” clothing while on the job, even though she dressed professionally. The anonymous letters without return addresses requested she take time off for being “gross” and looking like “a hussy.” It’s obvious these people have a serious problem with seeing a pregnant body and
Read moreBecoming a mother is an incredible process, and while there are sure to be some beautiful moments, it’s certainly not all pretty. One of the lesser talked about unfortunate events is the post-partum poop. If you’re expecting, get those laxatives ready! This fantastic, funny article from Scary Mommy tells you everything you need to know about the unholy brown horror
Read moreBeing pregnant comes with a lot of challenges, and not being able to tie your shoes is one of the smaller ones! Your friends and family will certainly react to your changes in mood and attitude, and that can make life difficult for everyone! This article from She Knows has ten examples of things you do and say while pregnant
Read morePregnancy does a lot of interesting things to our bodies. One common thought is that you develop certain food cravings, sometimes in very strange combinations. Some ladies want innocuous cheesy mashed potatoes, while others would rather put that cheese on a Dairy Queen cake or slather everything with BBQ sauce! This article from the Baby Center features a bunch of
Read moreGrowing a baby creates some challenges and disruption in your normal routine. Even tying your shoelaces can become a monumental task when you’re very pregnant. The simple act of sleeping can be challenging as well, but these tips will help you rest comfortably. Obviously sleeping on your stomach isn’t going to work once you’re a couple months along, but it’s
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