Tag: husband

3 non-negotiables for romance (even with a baby)

By Kristy Rodriguez

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When parents truly love each other, it’s the best gift a child can receive. Having a baby is the most joyous and challenging time. Everything changes from your schedules to how you view the world. It’s a big adjustment. With a newborn, SLEEP becomes a priority. Nights are full of...

How to protect your relationship from pregnancy mood swings

By Pregnancy Contributor

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Your husband or your hormones? Back in the day, you were able to tolerate coming home to dirty dishes piled sky-high in the sink, even though your husband swore he would do them. You could overlook how he forgot to pick up the dry cleaning – for the umpteenth time...

5 ways moms can nurture their romantic relationships

By Kristy Rodriguez

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Raising young children will undoubtedly be one of the hardest things you and your partner will ever do. You’re both a little clueless. You’re both trying to balance old lives with new ones. You’re both a little scared and a little irritable and a lot tired. Welcome to parenthood. Of...

Preparing for Breastfeeding
You're pregnant and you're planning to breastfeed your baby. But, if you've never breastfed before, how will you know what to do? Should you take a breastfeeding class? How about visiting a breastfeeding support group? What can you expect to happen during those first few days after your baby is born? And what can you…
Creating a Calm Birth Environment
Whether you choose to birth in a hospital, birth center or home, there are small things you can do to help make your birth experience as calm and comfortable as possible. How can we tame our five senses so we can relax more easily? Can aromatherapy and essential oils help your labor progress faster? Does…
I'm Pregnant, Now What?
You've just peed on the stick and it's positive. Now what? Most care providers will schedule your first prenatal appointment at the eight-week mark. So, what are you supposed to do in the meantime? We're answering some of the main questions you'll have during this time, especially if this is your first baby.Learn more about…
Eating While in Labor
Most women have been told not to eat anything while in labor, but why? What are the risks to both you and your baby. How do current guidelines vary for vaginal versus cesarean births? Today we'll discuss why most medical providers restrict what you can eat and drink prior to the birth of your baby,…