1. Giving Yourself Permission to Birth and the Role of the Doula

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    Laura Cade

    One way to view birth is to see it as a process of giving oneself permission. Permitting oneself to open to the rhythmic flow of birth is a concept that I feel communicates directly the nature of what it means to become one with this process. We all have our fears and hangups when it comes to the way we go about the world. We’re comfortable in some situations, not so much in others.

  2. What To Expect at Your Pregnant Ultrasound Scan

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    Nichole Clark

    If you are pregnant ultrasound scans are considered to be the most cost-effective, accurate and safe methods of determining important information about the foetus. It is certainly one of the most widely used tools in the care of pregnant women and each pregnant ultrasound scan is excitedly anticipated by many mothers-to-be. It is often possible to have photographs of your foetus to take away with you, which brings a whole new dimension to your pregnancy and makes it seem more ‘real’.

  3. Baby Gender Ultrasounds – Do You Want to Know?

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    Nichole Clark

    For many couples, the topic of whether or not to discover the gender of your unborn child is quite a delicate one. If one partner desperately wants to know, and the other one doesn’t, it can be quite a tricky situation.

  4. Sure Shot Tips to Get Pregnant

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    Victoria Gemini

    Getting pregnant is a problem faced by many couples the world over. It is a very delicate and sensitive issue and mostly something that most couples aren’t comfortable talking about. This article aims to address this issue and provides tips to get pregnant.

  5. 3D Ultrasound Image Advantages

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    Nichole Clark

    The latest technology of three and 4D ultrasound images gives a much clearer picture of fetuses in the womb than has ever been possible before. The 3D ultrasound pictures are much more life-like, which is great for parents, and there is also the advantage which it gives to doctors to help to improve the understanding of the development and behaviour of the fetus with some fascinating findings, especially in the early stages of pregnancy.

  6. Dietary Concerns For Pregnant Women

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    Mary Bodel

    Are you really eating for two? How much calcium should you take? Do you really need prenatal vitamins?

  7. How to Increase Chances of Getting Pregnant For Sure

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    Victoria Gemini

    Pregnancy is a state of carrying an offspring inside the womb of a female, a pre-mother state of a woman. For most women, it is also a reason to feel proud because the relationship they are having with the other person shows a symbol of love between a man and a woman.

  8. Learn the Great Ways on How to Get Pregnant Naturally

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    Victoria Gemini

    A child is a pleasant blessing and the expectation of a healthy baby fills every mother’s heart with hopes and anticipation. A baby can fill the family with joy if it has a sound health. Most couples plan to have a baby right after marriage whereas others may wait until certain time.

  9. Prenatal Ultrasounds – What They’re About

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    Nichole Clark

    Prenatal ultrasounds transmit inaudible high-frequency sound waves through the abdomen and record the echoes, transforming them into video or photographs of the unborn baby. They are found to be one of the safest, most cost-effective and accurate means of keeping an eye on the development and progress of the unborn child and are also a useful means of early detection of any abnormalities within the pregnancy.

  10. Getting to Know Your Baby in Ultrasound Images

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    Nichole Clark

    2d ultrasound imaging has been around for many years, and is a common practice in prenatal care in many countries around the world. While this technique has very many medical advantages, the actual image which you are generally presented with at your 20 week scan can be quite difficult to decipher.

  11. Cheap 4D Ultrasounds Advantages

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    Nichole Clark

    Cheap 4D Ultrasounds provide a fantastic clear moving image of your unborn baby in an instant, with very plain and clear moving pictures of your new baby in three-dimensions, and can help to put your mind at ease when you see your healthy, moving child developing and growing inside you. It also makes it much easier to spot any potential problems which may occur during the pregnancy.

  12. The Ultimate Problem – Having Trouble Getting Pregnant?

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    Victoria Gemini

    Pregnancy is a pre-mother state where the baby stays in the mother’s womb for 9 months (on an average) before they open their eyes to see the world. Females might not get pregnant even if she wants to due to various reasons.

  13. 5 Earliest Possible Signs of Pregnancy

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    Tehmina Mazher

    Have you been trying to conceive since previous few months? Or are you thinking that a tiny little zygote is already growing within you? Whatever the case is it would be better to have enough information about the earliest possible signs of pregnancy.

  14. Signs That You Are Pregnant

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    Hanne Klein

    If you have spent a great deal of time trying to get pregnant than you know that oftentimes the beginnings of the menstrual cycle can seem deceivingly like a new pregnancy. Pregnancy books tell hopeful mothers to be on the lookout for tender breasts, fatigue, and moodiness, but as women know all these signs can also simply point to just another appearance from The Monthly Visitor.

  15. Pregnancy Depression Gives Effect to Children

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    M T Ghozali

    Depression occurring in pregnant women have many causes. For examples: changes of hormonal and physical state during pregnancy. Besides that, weakness of womb, morning sickness and other problems can be an initiator of depression.

  16. Sperm Banks – How They Help in Fertility Treatment

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    Asha Jacob

    A sperm bank collects, filters and stores sperm from donors for third party reproduction, mainly, artificial insemination. The need for donor sperm arises in cases where the woman’s partner is infertile or the woman chooses to conceive without the participation of a partner. Donor sperm can be used in IVF or intrauterine insemination (IUI).

  17. The Best Ways to Stay in Shape During Pregnancy

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    Aloysis John

    The delicacy of pregnancy brings about distinct physical challenges. To be in good physical shape and easy delivery, are the principal aims of exercises while in pregnancy. There are certain physical exercise that women are not allowed to participate in when pregnant.

  18. Having Ultrasound Unborn Baby Procedures Done

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    Nichole Clark

    The time that you find out that you are going to be a parent is a very exciting chapter in anyone’s life. If you have found out that you are going to be a parent, then you probably want to cherish every moment of it. Parenthood is a very exciting part of the life cycle.

  19. Improve Your Chances of Conceiving With These Try To Conceive Strategies

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    Serena Wrighter

    Are you trying to conceive and need some tips to help you out? Read these cheap (and almost free!) strategies to assist you in determining your fertile period, which is the best time to have intercourse.

  20. Pregnancy and Smoking – The Effects

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    Riza Belgira

    Smoking has been proven to contribute no good to the body. In fact it is the root cause of most respiratory-related problems on users and those exposed to secondhand smoke. If you are a smoker and you cannot quit smoking with this hard fact, you should try to reconsider quitting before or during pregnancy as smoking can affect the unborn child in you.

  21. Home Pregnancy Tests – Is a False Positive Possible?

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    Debbi Carter

    Is that positive pregnancy test result really a positive, or is it possible that it is a false positive? Always wondered if that was even possible? Learn what you need to know to confirm that the test results are not a false positive.

  22. Pregnancy Massage – Benefits and Precautions

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    Eva Gnech

    Are you pregnant? Are you stressed, cramped up or sleep-deprived? A pregnancy massage may be what you need. While almost everyone enjoys the relaxation of a good massage, during pregnancy the benefits are even greater.

  23. When Does Morning Sickness Begin, You Ask?

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    Sue Summerland

    The short answer to the question preoccupying almost every pregnant woman, “when does morning sickness begin?” is this: “No one knows.” No one knows because every pregnancy is different. If you have more than one child, you may have totally different pregnancy experiences.

  24. Fetal Ultrasound Pictures Month by Month

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    Nichole Clark

    The number of fetal ultrasound pictures which you get through your pregnancy is usually only 2 or 3, depending on whether there are any complications or cause for concern. It is common to have a photograph of your baby at 20 weeks gestational age, and this is when even the untrained eye can generally make out the different features and body parts. If you have fetal ultrasound pictures of every month of your pregnancy, you will clearly see the development and growth of your child.

  25. How to Ensure That Your Pregnant Teen Doesn’t Run Away

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    Irene Roth

    Teen pregnancy is on the increase. It’s essential for daughters to be able to talk to their mothers about many different things. However, what if your daughter gets pregnant? Would you be able to talk to her about this in a level headed kind of manner so that she doesn’t feel that she has to run away and search help outside of the home? In this article, I offer ten tips for mothers to work on to ensure that they will be able to talk openly, honestly, and empathetically with their daughters.

  26. Noppies Maternity Clothes Fashion

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    Kyra Demartini

    Noppies, the European fashion powerhouse of maternity clothing, has been designing functional yet fashionable clothes for expectant mothers since the early nineties. High quality materials and design techniques provide expectant and nursing mothers with designer style clothing. Their clothing, which combines comfort with flattering styles, will make you look great and feel great during your pregnancy.

  27. Japanese Weekend Maternity Fashion – Perfect For All Occasions

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    Kyra Demartini

    When pregnant or nursing and searching for clothing which is contemporary, functional, and comfortable, Japanese Weekend Maternity and Nursing Clothes matches the criteria. Their designs, characterized by cross over tops and empire waists, always flatter a woman’s body and emphasize her best features. Known for comfy sleepwear, functional nursing tops, and stylish maternity and nursing dresses, Japanese Weekend provides a modern yet wearable look for expectant and new mothers.

  28. Determining Baby Gender – Ultrasound is the Best Way to Find Out

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    Nichole Clark

    There are a lot of different ways out there for determining baby gender. Most of the time when determining baby gender ultrasound is the best and most accurate way to go. Most expectant parents are very anxious and excited about finding out the sex of their baby.

  29. 3D Pregnancy Ultrasound

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    Nichole Clark

    3D pregnancy ultrasound is a medical technique which provides three dimensional pictures of a fetus while it is in the womb. The technique is harmless to both mother and baby, and neither will feel anything during the procedure.

  30. 4 Secrets on How to Get Pregnant

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    Peter Neng

    Many couples dream of having a child to make their life and relationship complete. Although many manage to have children without any problems, some unfortunately have trouble getting pregnant and need some advice on how to get pregnant. We have therefore set out below five secrets on how to achieve this.

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