With the many multi-ethnic foods readily available in North America, you might not realize that an ethnic favorite might be off limits during pregnancy. While ethnic dish avoidance is usually passed …
What is folic acid?
You always hear about the benefits of folic acid during pregnancy, and the importance of taking your prenatal vitamin with folic acid. But for many women, this is the first time they have even heard …
Why folic acid is vital during pregnancy
Your doctor has told you that you must take your prenatal vitamin containing folic acid each and every day. But why is folic acid so important, and what exactly does it do for your unborn baby during …
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Do I have to test for pregnancy first thing in the morning?
In earlier pregnancy tests, it could only check for the presence of hCG in the morning, when hCG was more concentrated in the urine. And it was in those earlier pregnancy tests that you often had to …
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Getting the best sleep while pregnant
Every pregnant women seems to lament the lack of comfortable sleep during pregnancy. Between the baby kicking, endless bathroom trips and sore backs, it is a wonder that you can even sleep! During …
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Should pregnant women sleep on a waterbed?
Sleeping on a waterbed has been given mixed reviews by pregnancy experts. Some agree you should sleep on a regular bed during pregnancy, while others believe that a waterbed is perfectly safe for a …
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Stretching Your Pregnancy Wardrobe
When it comes to your pregnancy wardrobe, it can be hard to spend the money on a wardrobe you will use for such a short period of time, especially when you know you also have all the upcoming baby …
Finding Maternity Clothes on eBay
eBay can be a great source of bargain-priced maternity clothes... and it doesn't include just the used clothing either! You can find great deals on brand new with tags maternity clothes too! When …
Pregnancy Belly Massage Oil Recipe
Make your own pregnancy belly massage oil 1/2 c. virgin olive oil 6 capsules vitamin E 1/4 c. aloe vera gel 4 capsules vitamin A Pour ingredients into a blender, squeezing oil out of the capsules …
Are maternity clothes worth the money?
Maternity clothes are not buy maternity clothes, that is the question. Should you really justify purchasing an entire new wardrobe the you will only wear for six months? It is one of those questions …
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How to get free samples for your new baby
Babies cost a lot of money, and companies are more than eager to exploit this. So you might as well exploit their eagerness by doing what you can to get the best deals, coupons and freebies for your …
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Do you need to sterilize baby bottles?
Do you need to take the time to sterilize baby bottles in today's day and age? The answer is yes and no. When you buy brand new baby bottles, nipples, sippy cups, pacifiers, etc, you should always …
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