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Z is for Zodiac Signs

June 5, 2012 By

"z is for zodiac sign"The date that your baby is born determines his or her zodiac sign. Zodiac is defined by Dictionary.com as “an imaginary belt of the heavens, extending about 8 degrees on each side of the ecliptic, within which are the apparent paths of the sun, moon, and principal planets.” There are 12 zodiac signs, which  the earth passes by at different times of the year. Each of the signs of the zodiac are listed below:

1. Capricorn-Babies born between December 21st and January 19th are considered to be Capricorns. Capricorns are known for being on the quiet side. They grow up being more mature than others and often have no trouble making decisions. These babies also thrive on following a routine.  Read more... (725 words, 1 image, estimated 2:54 mins reading time)

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Y is for Yummy Mummy

June 4, 2012 By

"y is for yummy mummy"Being a mom doesn’t mean you have to walk around in sweats all day with your hair pulled back in a pony tail. You can take a little time each day to get yourself back in shape and looking pretty. You’ll even earn yourself the title “Yummy Mummy.”

By definition a yummy mummy is a woman who is in shape and fashionable. She may not even look like a mom if you saw her walking down the street without her baby. Guys may refer to this woman as hot, or even a knockout. You may think this title is unattainable if you just had a baby that is spitting up all over you, but it isn’t that hard if you set aside a little bit of time each day for yourself.  Read more... (412 words, 1 image, estimated 1:39 mins reading time)

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X is for X-Rays

June 3, 2012 By

"x is for x-rays"There is a lot of talk about the safety of having an x-ray when pregnant. It is important that you know the facts so that you can make the most informed decision should you need to get an x-ray at any time during your pregnancy.

Many x-rays that are necessary do not expose any radiation to your baby at all, so these x-rays are considered fairly safe. For example, let’s say that you need some dental work done. Your dentist may need to x-ray your teeth to see what is going on. The radiation used to take this x-ray isn’t going any further than your face. Also, if you fall and break one of your extremities, you should have no problem getting an x-ray. The technicians will even have a special leaded apron you can wear while having your arm or leg x-rayed.  Read more... (420 words, 1 image, estimated 1:41 mins reading time)

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W is for Water Birth

June 2, 2012 By

"w is for water birth"Many women choose to give birth in a tub or pool of water rather than in a hospital bed. This is called a water birth. There are several reasons that women feel this is better for both mother and baby. A woman should consider and research all options before making a final birthing plan, and this includes water birth.

First, it is important to note that women should never attempt a water birth on their own. A doctor or a midwife should be present to monitor both the mother and the baby, and assist in the delivery. This means you will need to seek out a professional who has experience with water births. Some hospitals allow this, so check when them as well.  Read more... (421 words, 1 image, estimated 1:41 mins reading time)

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V is for Vaccines

June 1, 2012 By

"v is for vaccines"Vaccines are a topic of debate among parents. I personally believe that every parent should thoroughly research the subject before coming to a conclusion as to whether it is best to vaccinate your child or not. I have chosen not to vaccinate my children, however, I have nothing against parents that do. It is a personal choice.

Recommend vaccines for parents who choose to vaccinate: The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has a list of recommended vaccinations for parents to review should they opt to vaccinate their children. This list suggest the following:

Birth-the Hepatitis B shot.  Read more... (431 words, 1 image, estimated 1:43 mins reading time)

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U is for Umbilical Cord

May 31, 2012 By

"u is for umbilical cord"The umbilical cord is an important part of your baby while growing in the uterus. The umbilical cord is attached to your baby from the placenta. Its purpose is to deliver your baby oxygen and much needed nutrients. By the time the baby is ready to deliver, the umbilical cord may be around 20 inches in length. In some cases, the long umbilical cord has gotten wrapped around a baby’s head or limb.  Read more... (417 words, 1 image, estimated 1:40 mins reading time)

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T is for Trimesters

May 30, 2012 By

"t is for trimesters"Pregnancies are divided up in to three segments called trimesters. Although the trimesters are created based on fetal development, there are also many notable changes that occur during each stage for the mother as well.

The First Trimester

The first trimester naturally begins at conception. Women may begin to experience fatigue and morning sickness. Morning sickness may occur at any time of day or night. In fact, I have a cousin who only got sick at night. She had to quit her job at a pharmacy because her boss wouldn’t switch her schedule from evening to morning. Breasts tend to become sore and the normal monthly menstruation is missed. Most women do not show during their first trimester, which lasts up until week 13.  Read more... (417 words, 1 image, estimated 1:40 mins reading time)

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S is for Sex of the Baby

May 29, 2012 By

"s is for sex of the baby"Back in the days when my grandmother gave birth to my father, there were no ultrasounds or amniocentesis procedures. That meant that the sex of every baby born was a surprise. Today, women get a choice. Some prefer to know the sex of the baby as soon as possible, while others want to wait until the baby’s birth date.

Ancient Methods

Some ancient methods of determining the baby’s sex still surface today, although they are merely guesses. Still, they can be fun to participate in. In fact, the nurse I had during one of my pregnancies kept telling me I was having a boy based on the heart. I had a girl.  Read more... (478 words, 1 image, estimated 1:55 mins reading time)

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R is for Rashes

May 28, 2012 By

"r is for rashes"For the most part, my girls won’t prone to rashes. Still, every once in awhile they would get one that would make diaper changing extremely unpleasant. Most babies experience rashes occasionally, and it is important that these rashes are treated right away to prevent them from becoming any worse.

Why does your baby get a diaper rash? Diaper rashes can happen for several reasons. Your baby may have diarrhea from an illness or from teething. Your baby may also be allergic to the baby wipes or lotion that you were losing. If your baby sleeps a long time, it is possible that a wet diaper may have begun to irritate your baby’s skin. Whatever the cause, the treatment for a diaper rash is the same.  Read more... (420 words, 1 image, estimated 1:41 mins reading time)

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Q is for Quads

May 27, 2012 By

"q is for quads"Quadruplets, or quads for short, is when a women is pregnant with four babies at the same time. Although it is possible for a woman to conceive and become pregnant with quads naturally, it is almost always the result of the woman receiving fertility treatments. Women who become pregnant with quads naturally usually have a long family history of twin births.  Read more... (422 words, 1 image, estimated 1:41 mins reading time)

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