It's a well-documented phenomena that pregnancy has a tendency to make perfectly normal, level-headed women turn into achy, tired, crazed creatures from time-to-time. There's no shame in feeling like you're about to rip someone's head off or pass out for an eight-hour nap—you're not to blame, after all! So what exactly is responsible for these often drastic changes in body and … [Read more...] about 6 pregnancy hormones you’d better get used to
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4 old wives’ tales to ignore during pregnancy
After making your pregnancy announcement, you might find that people are a whole lot more eager to give you advice and make judgments about your unborn baby. Chances are high that you'll get a lot of "Oh, you look like you're carrying a boy!" and "What kind of weird foods have you been craving?" People believe a lot of strange things when it comes to pregnancy, so it might help … [Read more...] about 4 old wives’ tales to ignore during pregnancy
Screens and kids: A radical vision of balance
I don't know about you, but I find parenting in this age of screens is a bit crazy-making. One moment, I am relieved that my daughter is watching a video so I can take some time for myself. The next minute I'm being driven nuts by the pleas for more or frustrated that I can't get her attention. In my struggles and research, I have found these four steps to be quite … [Read more...] about Screens and kids: A radical vision of balance
How to choose the best stroller: Part 2
By Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Newborns In part 1 of "Choose the best stroller" we covered the different types of strollers and how to make your shopping trip productive. Now let's examine the typical features and discuss how to choose the perfect stroller for your family. Common stroller features Strollers are available with a wide range … [Read more...] about How to choose the best stroller: Part 2
Are late-term babies born smarter?
Adding to the great induction debate A new study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics suggests the length of your pregnancy may have an impact on baby’s brain. The research, led by Dr. David Figlio at Northwestern University, studied more than 1.5 million children in Florida. The three-year study involved single birth children born between 37 and 41 weeks gestation … [Read more...] about Are late-term babies born smarter?