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An Exciting Night Out Without The Baby

The following is a guest post from Raquel D’Apice, founder of the humor/parenting blog, The Ugly Volvo.A transcript from the night when we excitedly went out to a restaurant and left the baby with my parents:Jonathan enters the restaurant grinning and sits down across from me. Jonathan: Ready for our hot date? Me: I know look at us going out to dinner like regular adults who dont have a baby …

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Complete Stages of Fetal Development

Before you and your partner even know that you’re expecting a new addition, your future child’s development has already begun, notes both MayoClinic.com and MedlinePlus. Pregnancy and its accompanying fetal development are divided into three distinct trimesters. While you might experience some unpleasant side effects like morning sickness, rest assured that your future son or daughter is developing into a healthy child as a result of your experiences. Avoiding alcohol, cigarettes, eating healthfully, promptly treating any infections and staying away from radiation are all crucial steps you can take to help your growing child’s healthy development.

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Tips to Increase Chances of Pregnancy

You may be at a point in your life where you find yourself stopping new mothers on the sidewalk to take a peek at their small bundles of joy. Even though you might think you are mentally and financial ready to add to your family, your body may take its time becoming pregnant. Many women experience problems becoming pregnant, even though it may seem like everyone else around you is expecting a child. Knowing when your best chance of conception occurs during your menstrual cycle can help you increase your odds of becoming pregnant.