Motherhood is always a wonderful feeling. In fact, it is not an exaggeration to say that no woman would ever feel like a complete woman without experiencing the joys of motherhood. Second pregnancy brings back the joys of the first one to you. However, when you are going to be a mother for the second time, you could also be worried about the surprises that it may bring for you. Is it going to be a completely different experience from your first one? Since you are already a mother and...

During the 6 weeks of pregnancy may begin to experience increased Symptoms of Pregnancy , such as anxiety and aversion of food - the morning sickness. The embryo at this stage is 0.08 to 0.16 inches long, and the structures and organs are more defined. Pregnancy week by week progresses - at 6 weeks, you start to experience more symptoms of pregnancy. Your baby's heart is beating in a normal pattern. Physical signs of the stages of pregnancy can include nausea, extreme fatigue, sore and...

Although each pregnancy is a unique experience for every woman it is very common to have mood swings. They can be caused by stress, fatigue, changes in your metabolism, hormones, or the feelings you may have about becoming a parent. Everyone responds differently to these changes. Some moms-to-be's experience heightened emotions, both good and bad, and others feel more depressed or anxious. Most find that moodiness is experienced between 6 to 10 weeks, eases up in the second trimester,...

As a mother, you want to be aware of what happens to your baby every now and then. Your curiosity is much more intense especially when you feel his movements and hear his heart beating in time with yours. From the start of your pregnancy, you want to be updated of his most recent developments since knowing the transformations your baby undergoes give you the joy and satisfaction unparalleled.

The first trimester has been said to be the most crucial stage of pregnancy. Here...

If you're a first time mom or mom to be, you are probably feeling a little overwhelmed by all those "great baby products" out there.

What you need is the advice of a mom who's been there, done that, and is now sitting with boxes of unused baby stuff!

Baby goodies are expensive, so before you go on your shopping spree, take a look at my new baby list to find out which products will give you the most value for money.



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As if the stress of pregnancy weren’t enough, pregnant women find that their bodies go through some rather drastic changes during this period.  Aside from obvious external changes like weight gain and swelling, many women also suffer from changes to their internal systems.  One of the most impacted is the digestive system.  Morning sickness, in the form of nausea and vomiting affects a great many, as does diarrhea.  Many women also find that they produce...

There are many myths surrounding the diet for pregnant mothers. We often hear the elders of the family advising young mothers to eat enough for two individuals. Today, we know that this is not true. In fact, unbridled eating during pregnancy can make you put on a lot of weight and can make your child unnecessarily overweight. What then could be the best diet for pregnant women?

The growing fetus derives all its nourishment from its mother through the umbilical...

I have a blog that is dedicated to helping couples conceive a girl.  Someone contacted me through it and suggested that I include an "ovulation calendar for conceiving a girl." I responded by explaining why I don't think these calenders are the best, or most reliable tool.  In this article, I'll explain why I don't think they work as well as some other methods and I'll tell you what I think will work much better to get you the daughter that you want.

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I run a website that is geared toward couples that are trying to conceive a son. Recently, I received a request to include an "ovulation calendar to help conceive a boy" on the site. I wrote back and explained why I don't include these. The reason is that there are far superior, and less old fashioned, methods that will yield much better, more reliable results. I'll explain why this is so in this article and tell you what works better. I'll also provide you with additional...

There are many variables that can effect and influence the gender of your baby.  One of the most important, and most elusive for many couples, is the PH and acidity of the mom to be.  I'll explain how this works in this article, and will also tell you tell you how you can alter your PH to give you the best chance of getting the gender you want, as well as other variables to keep in mind as well.

Why PH Is So Important In Gender Selection And Influencing Your Baby's...