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How Long Does It Take to Show Signs of Pregnancy?

Just as no two women are alike, not every mother-to-be exhibits the same signs or experiences the same symptoms of pregnancy. Even during subsequent pregnancies, the changes a woman undergoes can be altogether different. While some women will feel differently as early as one week following conception, there are others who might go months before feeling its effects. Incredibly, some women are unaffected by pregnancy altogether.

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Tips for Meditating with Young Children

Meditation is a skill I would love for my young children to have. The ability to quiet and calm the mind has many benefits including some health benefits. Planting the seed while kids are young gives them the ability to draw on it as they get older, when they may find the need for meditation in their own lives.

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Book Review: The Hand That First Held Mine

Our ModernMom Book Club is a way for our readers to express their thoughts and ideas on things they’ve read, sharing their insights with our community of moms. Join the conversation, and tell us what you thought about this book in the comment section below!

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Basics of Vegetable Gardening

Fresh vegetables straight from your garden taste better than store-purchased produce and they retain more nutrients going straight from the vine to your plate. A backyard vegetable garden also benefits your food budget because you won’t need to purchase as much from the supermarket. The garden makes an entertaining and educational family activity from spring through fall.