This just in: In a study reported on the Today Show website, most Australian women way 6-8 week after baby is born to resume having intercourse. This is in line with usual recommendation to wait at least six weeks before resuming regular intercourse. Most women say they start having sex again six to eight weeks after giving birth to their first child, according to a new study … [Read more...] about Most Australian women wait 6 weeks for post-baby sex
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How to be a great grandparent
Grandparents are either adored or shunned. Some families love having their grandparents around and some families do everything they can to avoid them. Fortunately there are a few clear things you can do as a grandparent to be one that is deeply valued and thus invited back again and again. This week’s video shares three ways that make a real difference and support you to enjoy … [Read more...] about How to be a great grandparent
Emergency birth: What to do when you can’t get to the hospital
Much like we prepare for unlikely events such as fires or earthquakes, giving some thought to how you’ll deal with an emergency birth is smart thinking. We’ve known women who’ve accidentally delivered in the car en route to the hospital - and others who never made it out the front door. While first time moms typically have longer labors (read: plenty of time to make it to the … [Read more...] about Emergency birth: What to do when you can’t get to the hospital
How important are vaccines during pregnancy?
If you're a first time mother, chances are you're still unsure about the importance of vaccines during pregnancy. While it's always important to consult with your healthcare provider about questions you have throughout each trimester, recent reports from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal that vaccinations - particularly for conditions like … [Read more...] about How important are vaccines during pregnancy?
Look out for these 9 pregnancy milestones
No pregnancy is the same: no truer words have been spoken about this 9-month-long period in which your body grows and develops another human being. However, because no pregnancy between two women, or even two pregnancies with the same woman, are the same, there are milestones you can look out for to keep you sane during your journey to motherhood. Morning sickness Since … [Read more...] about Look out for these 9 pregnancy milestones