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The big day is almost here; do you have your hospital bag ready?
Babies sometimes arrive earlier than expected, so it’s good to be prepared for your hospital stay by your eighth month of pregnancy. When you go into labor you don’t want to be scrambling around looking for what to pack!
Especially for first-time parents, it can be hard to figure out what you’ll need, so we have put together a helpful checklist of items to consider bringing with you.
Whether breastfeeding comes naturally with ease or your breastfeeding journey starts off a bit rocky, all moms can use some extra support. Some babies take a little time to learn to latch, and some mothers need a little practice to get comfortable. It can take a lot of patience to learn how to start breastfeeding. Here are some top tips on breastfeeding for first time moms.
You’ve got your hands full with pregnancy. There’s so much to research, to know, and to do to ensure your baby’s safety during pregnancy. One of the tests performed in the third trimester is for Group B Strep. While many adults may carry Group B Strep in their system, it’s dangerous for babies. If you’re GBS positive, you may need to take some extra precautions during delivery.
Every October we all have an opportunity to come together to raise awareness and funds to help fight a disease that affects 1 in 8 women in the US alone.
Breast cancer.
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If you’ve noticed some redness, pain, or swelling near a lump on your breast while you’re breastfeeding, you may have a clogged milk duct. It can be concerning, but there’s no reason to fear. Clogged ducts can usually be treated at home.
Of course, sometimes symptoms persist until they become something more serious like mastitis. Here’s what to know about blocked milk ducts and clogged milk duct relief.
You’ve made it to Week 20 of your pregnancy. Congratulations! Now that you’ve made it halfway through your pregnancy, you get to experience one of the most exciting parts of the journey: the 20 week anatomy scan.
Most expectant mothers look forward to the 20 week ultrasound because it determines the sex of the baby and lets the sonographer check for general health and measurements. You’ll also leave the 20 week anatomy scan with printed pictures of your little baby that you can share with your loved ones.
If you’d like to know more information about what the technician is checking, read on. We’ve got you covered.
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