While every pregnancy is unique, there are a lot of common things that you’ll experience. It’s important to know your body and to be aware when things are new, severe, and persistent. Bleeding -- Anything more than spotting warrants a call to your health care provider. Vision, Weight, Skin -- Blurry vision, rapid weight gain … Continue reading 5 Things to Watch for During Pregnancy
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While nothing can totally prepare you for childbirth, there are several things you can do to help you feel at ease. Journal Spend a few minutes each day focusing on your baby, writing down your feelings, questions, and thoughts for the future. This can be a great way to connect with your baby. Childbirth Education … Continue reading 5 Ways to Prepare for Birth
"The punishment should fit the crime." I remember having friends that had a permanent time out chair. It was used as the consequence for everything and used many times a day. I remember thinking that it didn’t seem to be a very effective tool. The child didn’t seem to be learning anything from the moments … Continue reading Parenting Tip – You’re Grounded!
I don't believe that anyone should tell you how you should parent your children. That said, here are 5 things I think all parents should do! Reach Out -- We were not meant to parent alone. This is one of the hardest jobs you will ever have and we should have support as we … Continue reading 5 Things All Parents Should Do
As summer begins and the weather heats up, it’s especially important to remember to keep hydrated if you are pregnant. Dehydration occurs when the body is losing water faster than it is taking it in. A woman needs to consume more water when she is pregnant. Since water is used to regulate the body’s temperature, … Continue reading Summer’s Here! Drink Up!
Dads are parents too! As we approach Father’s Day, I’d like to thank all dads as they take on the task of parenting. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, or a mother who works outside the home for pay, there still seems to be a tilt toward mothers being the primary caregivers. This is not … Continue reading Dads Don’t Babysit
I recently spent some time with a couple of parents of young children. We were talking specifically about eating habits and the fact that one of their kids is quite a picky eater. I told them I could relate, as I had once had one of these "picky eaters" who would not even eat most … Continue reading One Bad Parenting Habit to Break Right Now
What is the connection between birth and fear? Why is fear such a common component of birth? Why are we afraid of something that billions of people have done (and every one of us has experienced – even if we don’t remember it?) And what effect does that fear have on labor and delivery? When … Continue reading Fear of Birth
Just like us, children don’t like feeling powerless. Their reality, however, is that they do not have much power. They don’t get to decide much about their daily schedule, where they live, even who their friends are. This can be very frustrating and can cause more strong-willed children to act out against authority. That authority, … Continue reading Parenting Tip – Which Would You Like To Do First?
It's the big day! Time to bring baby home! And time for your dog to meet your little one! What can you do to make the first introduction go smoothly? The most important thing to remember is to be calm. Dogs can sense when you or others are agitated or anxious and they react accordingly. … Continue reading Puppies and Babies – Part 3
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