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All about "Your Body"

A baby is one of the greatest gifts your body can give you, so strap in and get ready for the wild ride of physical changes that come with it! From energy and mood swings to weight gain and surprising aches and pains, we can help you prepare yourself.

  • Mom's - Learn what to expect, how to be comfortable in your own skin and the best care you can give your baby and your body as you plan for the various stages of motherhood.
  • Dad's - Educate and prepare yourself on what is to come, and learn how to best nurture and support Mom during her time of constant physical changes.

Top 10 Steps to a Healthy Pregnancy

Authored by: Ann Douglas
A generation ago, your doctor would have thought you were crazy if you called to set up an appointment to talk about your conception plans. Today, it's fast becoming the norm for couples to book a preconception health checkup.
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Expecting Mom Fitness Tips

Authored by: Ann Douglas
Experts agree: Exercise helps pregnant women feel energized, keep weight gain within the target range & ward off common ailments from insomnia to backache.
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A Mom's View: Expecting Twins!

Authored by: Lauren Keras
There is a quote that I have seen on many websites for mothers of twins that says “If you think my hands are full, you should see my heart”. Read on to hear first hand experience and advice from an expecting mother of twins....
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Avoiding the Unkindest Cut of All

Authored by: Ann Douglas
It's not difficult to figure out why pregnant women start squirming when the subject of episiotomy is raised.
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Weight Gain Planning During Pregnancy

Authored by: Ann Douglas
Just as there's no such thing as "one size fits all" pantyhose (at best, they're "one size fits some"!), there's no such thing as a "one size fits all" recommendation for weight gain during pregnancy.
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