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How to Prepare for Giving Birth

As your pregnancy progresses, the idea of giving birth may be both exciting and a little scary for some women. Women may decide early on in their pregnancy where they plan to give birth. Options include a home birth, a birthing center or a hospital. Depending on where you want to give birth, your preparations may be slightly different. However, there are some general ways to prepare both your mind and body for giving birth.

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How to Find Summer Jobs for Teenagers

Hit the pavement with your teen to help them get a feel for job searching. Be prepared to go back home and help the teen fill out an online application if the teen is trying to work at a chain store or chain restaurant. Once the job search starts, or job offers come in, be prepared to discuss work hours and who will get the car and when. Familiarize yourself and your teen with the minimum wage law in your state, as well as the child labor laws.

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Pregnancy Development 34 Weeks

That due date is looming ever closer. Is the anticipation overwhelming you? Are you anxious about the labor and delivery process? Are you doubting your fitness to be a parent? These are common concerns all expectant mothers have, and by week 34, you’re probably becoming a little irritable inside your own skin. But once your new baby is in your arms, all those worries will disappear. At week 34, even though the end is in sight, you still have some things to take care of.