Building a Family

Planning a baby nursery can be fun and/or stressful. With a little help, there will be less stress and more fun and excitement.

This article is for us dads and moms who should be in the know. Changing a diaper seems simple, but believe me, it can be a hectic experience.

This article describes ways to deal with issues that arise when adopting older children.

While it isn't hard to get a birth certificate after having a baby, it is important. In the United States, the birth certificate will be used often and needs to be gotten for many...

Finding a support belt during pregnancy can be a very useful thing to do. These belts will help support your growing belly and ease back pain and tension.

This article details the importance of using the natural materials of Merino wool and cotton in newborn accessories and clothing. These materials are time-tested and are best...

Most new mothers are so weary and weepy after their baby is born, they don't even realize that they need help. If each woman and her close family members could learn to recognize...

So you have bought or rented a fetal Doppler but are not sure how to use it? Follow the tips below for successful use of a fetal Doppler or baby heartbeat monitor.

What is Group B Streptococcus? Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a very common bacterium. It occurs naturally in many people, from babies to the elderly, and typically causes no...

What is Group B Strep (GBS)? Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a very common bacterium. It occurs naturally in many people, from babies to the elderly, and typically causes no harm...

When a woman has miscarried, the worst thing you can do is dismiss her grief and loss. Your words and actions have the ability to heal or hurt.

The Billings Ovulation Method of natural fertility regulation is easy to learn and offers numerous advantages to women and couples. It teaches a woman to recognize her natural...

The politics of birth is overwhelming to most families. With so many choices or lack of...expectant families are faced with difficult decisions, yet don't understand their role.

Back pain in labor is not uncommon, but it is challenging. There are specific techniques to alleviate the pressure and help labor progress.

Your child's birth is an important beginning for you as a mother, a woman and a parent. Here are the fundamental steps you can take to assure a positive start to your family.

A comprehensive and easy guide to help you find a doula/childbirth companion for your birth.

Are you considering special needs adoption? Please read on.

After your baby is born, you may find that you have an excess of breast milk and dumping your precious liquid gold down the drain makes you feel sick to your stomach. Or perhaps...

Choosing the right birth team can greatly impact your birth. Those who surround you during this miraculous time must support your desires and provide encouragement. No matter how...

Here are some pieces of valuable advice for those of you trying or planning on getting pregnant in the near future.

Getting pregnant is the most precious moment of a women's life and can be made memorable too if pregnancy turns out to be easy and comfortable. Recognizing early symptoms of pregnancy...

Ideas for expectant parents regarding planning a fun and functional nursery. Includes tips for choosing items that work with the allotted space as well as working with a budget...

This article outlines the different types of maternity support belts and how to use them.

Remember those old cartoons depicting new fathers smoking stogies and celebrating with their buddies as they might if their football team were to win the Super Bowl? How about...

Perhaps one of the hardest things to deal with at the end of a marriage is the impact that the divorce will have on the children. Even under the best of circumstances, there will...

Firstly if you are pregnant congratulations! Always check any manufacturer instructions and information before setting up your Birthing Pool.  You may wish to follow these guidelines...

Because stay at home moms can feel isolated at home, it is important to seek support from friends and family to keep a link to the outside world. Since the advent of the Internet,...

Single mothers often carry a financial burden that can be overwhelming. Not only do many single mothers carry the responsibility of raising children without the help of a companion;...

Perhaps you heard about it in the news, or maybe from a fellow parent, and now you need more information on how to understand cord blood storage. Here are a few answers to...

You know how to understand cord blood storage and now you need to know how to find a cord blood bank. The first decision to make is whether you want to use a public or private...

Planning for a new baby is an exciting time. There are a lot of decisions to be made, including choosing a baby nursery theme. Before you head straight to your local department...

If you recently had a baby or are having one soon, you may wish to make your own baby photo announcement.  This is a relatively inexpensive and fun way to announce the arrival...

A breast pump can be a big help if you want to give breast milk to your baby but are returning to work or want to leave your baby with a caregiver.  It can also be a plus if Dad...

Unless you have an extremely fast birth, you can expect to be put on a fetal monitor at some point during your birth, perhaps during your whole birth.  A fetal monitor is...

A baby gift registry is a great tool for letting shower guests know what you want or need and for reducing the number of duplicate items that you receive.      Decide...

Do you think you are pregnant?  There is one sure way to find out:  Have a pregnancy blood test completed.  Pregnancy blood tests can detect pregnancy anywhere from 7-12 days...

Sometime in the middle of your pregnancy, usually after the twentieth week, your obstetrician will probably do an ultrasound to try and determine the sex of your baby. If...

The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth is an approach to childbirth that teaches you to trust the natural process of birth by providing information about how the body works during...

In a typical pregnancy ultrasound, sound waves are used to project a picture of the fetus onto a monitor. Ultrasounds are used for a variety of reasons. They are often used to...

Pilates workouts are great exercises for pregnancy.  Pilates workouts are designed to be non-sweaty and relaxing, making it different from prenatal yoga, and other cardiovascular...

A massage is a great treat for a pregnant woman. After a massage, not only will your body feel better, and less fatigued, but your mental and emotional state may be better too. In...

Pregnancy clothes have come a long way from the unfashionable smocks and long dresses women had to wear in the past. Now clothing designers plan maternity clothes that show...

Breastfeeding offers many benefits for both mother and child. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that nursing mothers continue to breastfeed their babies for at least...

As your body gets larger in pregnancy, you may find it more difficult to get comfortable sleeping at night. When your belly gets big, you'll find you can't lie on your stomach....

Breastfeeding, while completely natural, is not necessarily intuitive for mom or baby.  Learning how to breastfeed before baby is born is a bit like learning how to ride a bike...

Many women experience heightened discharge during their pregnancy. Usually, this is nothing to be concerned about, though it may be a little uncomfortable.  A panty liner should...

Congratulations!  You've just found out you're pregnant.  But you're a smoker and now you're wondering how to quit smoking-fast.  Believe it or not, it can be done. About forty...

Some women experience pregnancy problems that put them into the high risk category. High risk pregnancy problems include, but are not limited to, multiples, placenta previa, high...

Orgasms during pregnancy are perfectly safe. In fact, if you have a healthy pregnancy, they are good for you and baby. Some couples find their sex life is better during pregnancy...

Some women find their libidos significantly change while breastfeeding; many women experience heightened sexual desire, while others crave less sex. No matter how you feel...