Just as I Thought: I Know Nothing
Posted on May 6th, 200817-Year-Old Gives Birth in Shower
Posted on May 6th, 2008A 17-year-old California girl secretly gave birth at home last week, then walked to the hospital with her baby still attached by its umbilical cord.
Xochitl Parra said she said she was nervous when the labor began, as she held 8-pound, 3-ounce son, Alejandro at St. Mary Medical Center.
Doctors at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit said [...]
New Mom Tip: Take Care of Yourself
Posted on May 5th, 2008It’s normal to feel stressed and overwhelmed when bringing a new baby home. Add to that hormone fluctuations and the fact that you’re recovering, and being a new mom can feel like a huge undertaking. Following are some ways to take care of yourself after the new baby arrives.
First, remember that you’re not the only [...]
New Report Reminds us of Safe Sleeping Practices
Posted on May 4th, 2008On Gender
Posted on May 1st, 2008Breastfeeding Rate Hits 20-Year High
Posted on May 1st, 2008As an expectant mother who recently made the decision to breastfeed—or at least give it a try—I was surprised to see the new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which states that 77% of new mothers breast-feed their babies. A spokesman said this may represent an all-time high, according to an article [...]
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Posted on April 29th, 2008The Things You’ll Remember
Posted on April 28th, 2008If you are pregnant with your first baby then you are probably anticipating all the great things you will remember. The first time your baby smiles, the first time your baby crawls, and the first time your baby utters a word will probably get burned into your memory for the rest of your life.
I [...]




