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Surviving a Spring Pregnancy: A Guide to Embracing the Season While Staying Comfortable

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Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and new beginnings—the perfect metaphor for the journey of pregnancy! As the world around you blooms, your body is also undergoing incredible changes to nurture the new life growing inside.

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“I Can’t Hold It!”—How to Handle Incontinence While Pregnant and Postpartum

Understanding Pregnancy Incontinence

Let's talk about something that many pregnant and postpartum moms experience but few feel comfortable discussing: urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is when a person can’t control their bladder, leading to accidental urine leakage. If you've found yourself dealing with unexpected leaks or rushing to the bathroom more frequently than ever before, you're not alone! Studies show between 35% and 67% of all pregnant women experience some form of urinary incontinence, and 15% to 45% experience urinary incontinence after delivery. 

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How to Prepare for a Scheduled C-Section

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Preparing for a cesarean section, mama? You're in the right place! While learning that you need a C-section might not have been part of your original birth plan, having time to prepare can help you feel more confident and in control of your birth experience. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about preparing for your planned C-section.

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Postpartum Cookbook: Nourishing Recipes For Your Fourth Trimester

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Congratulations on your new bundle of joy, mama! As you navigate the postpartum period, also known as the "fourth trimester," it's essential to nourish your body with nutrient-dense foods that support recovery, healing, and milk production. 

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Pregnancy Cookbook: Simple, Nourishing Recipes for a Healthy Pregnancy

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Congratulations on your pregnancy, mama! As you embark on this incredible journey, nourishing your body with wholesome, nutrient-dense foods is more important than ever.

And we understand that pregnancy can come with its fair share of challenges, from morning sickness and food aversions to increased nutrient needs and cravings. That's why we've created this comprehensive guide filled with simple, delicious recipes designed to support you and your growing baby throughout each trimester.

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Your Pregnancy Sex Life

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If you're wondering about sex during pregnancy, you're not alone! Intimacy during pregnancy often comes with a mix of emotions, questions, and maybe even some concerns, mama. Many expecting parents have questions about safety, changing comfort levels, and how to maintain intimacy during this transformative time. 

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day With a Bun in the Oven

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Valentine’s Day with a baby on the way might look a little different than you’re used to, mama! Whether you're in your first trimester and still keeping your exciting news under wraps, or you're sporting a beautiful bump that makes reaching across the dinner table a bit more challenging, celebrating Valentine's Day while pregnant brings its own unique kind of magic to this season of love.

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Bedtime Routines for Pregnancy: Tips for Comfortable and Restful Sleep

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Pregnancy is a time of significant physical and emotional changes, and one of the most common challenges expectant mothers face is getting a good night's sleep! 

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Heavy Metal Mamas: Breastfeeding with Nipple Piercings

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Hey mama! If you're rocking nipple piercings and planning to breastfeed, you probably have some questions, primarily: Is it safe to breastfeed with nipple piercings? Will nipple piercings affect breastfeeding?

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Baby’s First Winter: Capturing Magical Holiday MOMents

Baby's first winter

Hey, mama! We checked the temperature outside, and it looks like your little one's first winter is here! Now it's time to capture all those precious seasonal moments that you'll treasure forever. From tiny mittened hands to that look of wonder on their precious face after a delightfully cool gust of cold winter air, your baby's introduction to the snowy season brings countless opportunities for beautiful photographs and lasting memories. Whether you're a dedicated scrapbooker or simply want to document these fleeting days on your phone, we've packed this blog full of creative ideas to make your baby's first winter absolutely magical!

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