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All about "Baby's Arrival"

The big day is finally approaching. For months you’ve been anticipating the day when baby comes home. But, are you ready? This section covers what you need to know before you bring your bundle of joy home. Decorating the nursery, choosing a car seat, and what to expect those first few days are just some of the valuable tips contained on these pages.

Top 10 Ways to Save Money on Baby Gear

Authored by: Ann Douglas
  1. Hold off on shopping for baby for as long as you can.
  2. Train yourself to check your emotions at the baby store door.
  3. Think long-term.
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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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Having A Baby: Life Insurance

If you recently had a baby or are expecting, now is the time to examine your new insurance needs.
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Life Insurance for New Parents

Becoming a parent is a defining moment in life. Your world shifts to center around the care of your new baby, make sure you have all your bases covered.
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A Sample Baby Registry

You cannot imagine the amount of stuff a tiny baby “needs” until you bring one home! This sample registry includes some of “mom favorite” products to help make new parenting that much easier.
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Breaking the News to Your Employer

Authored by: Ann Douglas
I’m four months pregnant, and am starting to “show.” I’m going to need to tell my boss pretty soon. Do you have any advice on the best way to tell my boss I’m having a baby?
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Must-Read Books About Motherhood

Authored by: Ann Douglas
While nothing can substitute for the listening ear of a sympathetic girlfriend, diving into a book about motherhood is definitely the next best thing (especially if you simultaneously hop into the tub while enjoying the book in question!) Here is a list of books about motherhood that are quite simply not to be missed.
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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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Your Baby's Room

Authored by: Ann Douglas
Every parent has visions of the perfect baby's room.


If you'd like to create a beautiful nursery for your baby without depleting your bank account, keep the following tips in mind.....
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Top 10 Tips for Planning Your Babymoon

Authored by: Ann Douglas
Advice for making your post-pregnancy life as stress-free as possible.
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