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Childbirth Is a Miracle; So Quit Complaining About the Pain! - - Ben Jones
We all know pain is relative, like when your in-laws come to stay. You just need to find the right coping mechanisms. In my case I drink a lot and make myself as absent as possible. I know; I'm a trooper. Back to the topic at hand. I recently experienced the wonder of childbirth, again. I'm... Submitted 2 years 104 days ago.

A Mother Forgets To Take Her Baby Out Of A Car Seat-100 Degrees: Could There Be A Worse Hell? - Fran Larson
( May13, 2011, Oprah Show: Brenda Slaby Revisits The Show. She previously appeared on June 25, 2009) I don’t cry easily. Even a funeral or profound sadness will not bring tears, but the thought of a mother leaving her baby in a car seat and then finding her dead brings absolute... Submitted 273 days 10 hours ago.

The Green Teddy Bear and the Delightful Logic of a Four-Year-Old Mind - Sandra E. Graham
It's summer time in Arkansas , school is out, and the weather is beautiful-well, most of the time. We do have our share of rain and stormy weather this time of year, but in between we have wonderfully warm sunny days. The pool is open and is usually full of grandkids and their friends from... Submitted 2 years 244 days ago.

The Worst of Crimes - - John Waddey
A regular report of our daily news is the murder of another young child. The victims range from newborn infants to toddlers and some of ten or more years. Three to five are killed daily in our nation. The perpetrators of these horrendous crimes range from mothers who don’t want a baby, to... Submitted 79 days 13 hours ago.

A Mother's Solid Food Story - - Gabriella Gometra
My daughter was only out of the womb for an hour the first time she ate. Fortunately she had no problem latching on and started healthy eating habits from the get go. She was an average size baby, 7 pounds 6 ounces, by the time we brought her home she was 7 pounds. They told us that it was normal... Submitted 1 year 128 days ago.

Special Delivery - Joyce Dunn
"Aunt Julie, did dad tell you my news?" "What news? "I'm pregnant." Sure you are," Julie said and laughed. "No really, I am." "Yeah, right," Julie replied, still laughing "I am," said Kate and pulled out a pregnancy strip showing positive. Julie looked to the other... Submitted 1 year 172 days ago.

First Visit of a New Baby to The Doctor - - Gabriella Gometra
When I was pregnant there were several things that I was not a huge fan of: the weight gain, the back pain, my daughters residence on top of my bladder; however I loved feeling her move and I always looked forward to my doctors' visits where I could see her and hear her heartbeat. I thought I... Submitted 1 year 208 days ago.

How to Choose a Baby Stroller - - Gabriella Gometra
When you have a baby or small child, it is necessary to bring him or her around with you when you travel. One of the most necessary pieces that you have to buy is a baby stroller. Baby strollers are necessary for you to carry your baby around while sparing your back and your overall energy. Here... Submitted 1 year 260 days ago.

Always Pack a Diaper Bag to Be Prepared - - Gabriella Gometra
New moms do not always have every answer. They sometimes need help. Along the way they realize what needs to be here and what needs to be there and what to always have at hand. Sometimes though it is easier to figure it out before you need it then after. A diaper bag should always have the key... Submitted 1 year 318 days ago.

Tips for Letting Your Baby Sleep Better - - Gabriella Gometra
Many parents find that one of the most challenging aspects of having a child under the age of two years old is getting them to sleep and stay asleep. Many babies wake up at inconvenient times and cause parents to have less sleep and lower quality sleep. One way to start getting your baby to... Submitted 1 year 330 days ago.

First Care for Baby's Teeth - - Gabriella Gometra
Good habits are most easily established young. If you want to save a lot of money on dentist visits and spare your child the pain of tooth decay, you will start them very young in the habit of taking care of their mouths. Brushing new teeth should become as routine as taking baths and washing... Submitted 2 years 89 days ago.

Baby Bath Things to Have On Hand - - Gabriella Gometra
When you begin your baby's bath, there are quite a few things you will want to have handy. Before you undress the baby and put him or her in the tub, you will want to have these things within reach. If you do not, you will need to do without some essentials, or take a wet baby with you to fetch... Submitted 2 years 97 days ago.

Making Bath Time a Safe Time for Your Baby - - Gabriella Gometra
Bath time is a very important time in the daily life of your baby. Not only does it get rid of all those nasty germs on your baby's skin, it is a fantastic, social, fun time between parent and baby. Just remember to keep safety a first priority. There are at least three possible dangers you need... Submitted 2 years 99 days ago.

How a Baby Learns to Talk - - Gabriella Gometra
Imagine going to some country that has a language you are totally unfamiliar with. You would want a teacher, a guide or at least a dictionary to help you learn how to communicate with other people. Your baby is in a position that is even more difficult. Having spent months in the dark, for the... Submitted 2 years 104 days ago.

How to Help a Crying Baby - - Gabriella Gometra
It is perfectly normal for babies to cry. A healthy baby will cry for fifteen minutes up to an hour for no apparent reason at all. Most of the time crying is a form of communication, and the parent will treat the crying by going through the usual checklist of seeing if the baby is hungry, wet... Submitted 2 years 105 days ago.

Baby Proof Your House for Safety - - Gabriella Gometra
There is more to baby proofing your house than merely putting your precious collectibles out of reach of a crawling or walking baby. The main point to baby proofing your living space is to make your home safe for the baby. As soon as a baby can crawl, he or she will be touring about your home... Submitted 2 years 114 days ago.

A Scary Trend In Down Syndrome Diagnosis - Laura Trahan
Technology keeps advancing and advancing. The amount of tests that a pregnant woman goes through is never ending. One such test is a test that determines if your child has the chromosome that could cause them to be born with Down Syndrome. Let me explain that I have had several friends over... Submitted 2 years 145 days ago.

A Journey Through Infant Development: One Year! - - Michelle VanderHeide, BSW
It seems like only yesterday that I started this series on infant development, and now my baby boy has turned a year old. It's fun to look back and reflect on how much has changed from one year ago. No year is like the first in the amount of growth and development a child makes, although the next... Submitted 2 years 229 days ago.

7 Of The Best Baby Shower Games - Sneaky Way You Can Decorate Baby`s Nursery At No Cost To You - Kacycarr
Best baby shower games and themes What do you have in mind or already have planned for your forthcoming baby shower party. Many mums-to-be planning an occasion as such unintentionally tend to overlook the important things like playing games and putting together a shower theme - would you believe... Submitted 2 years 351 days ago.

Most Popular Baby Name Trends for 2008 and 2009 - Danny Davids
As many of you may know, I'm going to be a first-time grandpa in a little over three months. Everybody who hears about it has two questions for us: "Is it a boy or a girl?" and "What are they going to name it?" The answers are: It's a boy, and they're not telling. Whether they've decided on a... Submitted 3 years 103 days ago.

Tips on Getting Your Baby to Sleep Through the Night - Suzanne Hansen
You may feel that getting your baby to sleep is the single most challenging thing about being a new parent. Infant sleep problems seem almost universal, and it is a commonly held belief that sleep deprivation is simply a rite of passage for new moms and dads. Thankfully, this is a myth which can... Submitted 3 years 145 days ago.

Have You Locked Your Infant In The Car? - Michelle Mackin
It was a hot summer day and I had gone to the local pharmacy with my two-week old son to pick up some medication for my newborn. I had just learned that my baby had been diagnosed with vascular heart disease and was in desperate need of open heart surgery. I also had my twin five year old sons to... Submitted 3 years 206 days ago.

What Is In A Name? The Year's Top Baby Names - Laura Trahan
The list of names compiled by the Social Security office is once again released and there are no surprises. It seems couples continue to stick to the norm when choosing names for their children. Once again Emily continues her reign as the top girls name, her 12 th consecutive year at the top.... Submitted 3 years 275 days ago.

Diaper Cake…How to Make One And Earn Extra Money Doing It - - Myla Madson
It's not easy describing how to make a diaper cake so I put a basic tutorail on my website to help get you started. There are links to more indepth video instruction there as well. I would like you to consider, if you are a stay at home mom, the possiblity of earning extra money selling these... Submitted 3 years 334 days ago.

Attention New Moms: Overcoming a Negative Body Image in Bed - - Arlene Pellicane
Carson Kressley has hit a nerve. Maybe that's why his Lifetime television program, How to Look Good Naked , is one of the most popular reality shows on television. Most women are terribly insecure with their bodies in bathing suits, let alone naked. While I watched his interview on Oprah, I... Submitted 3 years 357 days ago.