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Things to Keep in Mind When Preparing for Labor and Delivery

Monday, March 19th, 2012

Pregnant mothers have many things to consider when it comes to giving birth. There are details to arrange at the hospital itself, like finding the right doctor and planning the method of delivery. Of course, there are also countless things that need to be organized at home, from cribs to clothing and buying diapers. Here are few things that are important to consider for the day before and day of delivery, but might not be the most common things to hear about.  Read through to prepare for what to expect as a pregnant mother.

1. Be Prepared: The single most important thing a mother can do is simply to be prepared. The more a mother researches and asks questions about the various aspects of pregnancy, the more likely she is to handle any situation that arises. A great way to feel more prepared is to create a checklist that mentions a range of subjects. Once that subject has been read about and is fully understood, it can be checked off the list. An obstetrician or gynecologist is the right person to come to as the best source to answer your questions since they will know your medical history and state.

2. Circumcision: Mothers who are pregnant with a male child need to carefully consider circumcision. In decades past it has been a common procedure, but its popularity is waning with time. As with any procedure there are benefits and risks and mothers should carefully consider each before making the decision.

3. Pain Management: It should go without saying that childbirth does involve some pain. However, there are various ways of managing pain that can vary greatly from mother to mother. Research these methods so that there is confidence going into delivery. Some mothers opt for a more natural birth plan that involves massage, acupressure, breathing and mild medication, while others are more comfortable with an epidural. Taking a childbirth class or speaking to your obstetrician is a great way to learn about the pain management options offered.

4. Future Health Preparations: As a new mother it is important to learn about the testing for babies that is mandated by the state as well suggested by the hospital. Making sure your pediatrician visits your newborn and keeps you on a regular schedule of appointments after you leave the hospital. On the subject of future health, mothers should consider whether cord blood banking is something that might be a potential course of action. This is where the umbilical cord blood is collected immediately following delivery and stored. By having your baby’s cord blood stem cells banked, you a source of cord blood stem cells that can be available to your family should the need for those cord blood stem cells ever arise.

By understanding these four areas, any mother can feel prepared and confident while heading to the delivery room.

This article was written by Alan Cassidy, an active writer within the blogging community covering maternity and childbirth, and always advocating for infant and children’s health. Connect with him on Twitter @ACassidy22

How to predict when my labor will start?

Friday, April 10th, 2009

newborn baby

Your body starts preparing for labor up to a month before you give birth. You may be blissfully unaware of what’s going on — or you may begin to notice new symptoms as your due date draws near. Here are some things that may happen in the weeks or days before labor starts:
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Baby shower games

Thursday, March 26th, 2009

baby shower games
Baby shower is a celebration of new life. When your family is full of love and happiness you what to share your joy with others. You decide to throw the baby shower. Of course you have a lot of questions: how to make baby shower fun and interesting, how to entertain your guests?
Today I want to describe several fun games for your baby shower.
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Father’s role in pregnacy and baby birth

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

In the past father’s role in babybirth and pregnancy process was finally brought to where it belonged: next to the mother. With the advent of the Bradley birthing methods, fathers were finally given something important to do. They became “coaches” for the birthing event, and their need to be needed was fulfilled.

Yet, the nine long months ahead of the “world series” game is a difficult and vague time for the men in our lives. Fathers really have no concept of how we feel physically and emotionally during this time, so they need our help and direction to create a safe and friendly environment for the mother-to-be and the child. Men need to feel part of the wonderful process to establish a relationship with the unborn child early on. (more…)

First birth – how to make it easier?

Thursday, February 5th, 2009

labor and birth

Baby birth is a process that can’t be controlled, but pregnant woman can do a lot to influence the process and give herself the best chance of a joyful, relatively comfortable labor and birth. If you are pregnant with your first baby please read the article below. I hope it will be helpful for you. (more…)

Your husband will be a father

Sunday, December 14th, 2008

You just have told your husband you are pregnant but he does not look very happy?

Do not panic! This does not mean he is really not happy.

First of all, your husband is shocked because he has never been father yet Do not be afraid – he will become a dad anyway. You mission in this process is to help him.

It is hard for man understand your behavior during your pregnancy because he cannot feel what you feel. Those movements inside your stomach – your baby lives in you. Let your husband put hands on your stomach and let him to listen to your baby.

It will be perfect if you choose pregnancy courses together and visit school for parents.

What about baby birth together – this all depends on your husband. You should not persuade him. Give you man time to decide whether he is ready to give birth to your child together.

Natural childbirth

Saturday, December 6th, 2008

I guess every pregnant woman who is care about her health and her baby have listened a tern natural childbirth. So what natural birth is?

In several words natural baby birth is birth without any medication at all, when woman relys only on controlled breathing and relaxation techniques.

Many moms-to-be choose natural birth to avoid risk that medications can pose for the baby or mom. Doctors won’t tell you this, but pain medications can affect your labor — your blood pressure may drop, your labor may slow down or speed up, you may become nauseous, and you may feel a sense of confusion and lack of control. So you have a choice – natural childbirth.

In case you decided to opt natural baby birth you can choose a non-hospital facility such as birth center. (more…)

How to calculate baby due date?

Thursday, December 4th, 2008
How to calculate due date

How to calculate due date

When I got known I’m pregnant I tried to find out due date – the day which will be my baby’s birthday. I think this question is interesting for every mom. Let’s see how to calculate due date.

Your Pregnancy period – the happy period when you are waiting for your baby in average equals 280 days and it is calculated from the first day of your last normal menstrual period.

Pregnancy is usually lasts 40 weeks or 10 lunar months or 9 calendar months.

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Baby massage – minutes of happiness

Monday, November 10th, 2008
baby massage

Baby massage

Before start baby massage please read this careful. Listen to your heart to choose the best moment for massage – the moment when your baby is relaxed and calm. It is also should be half a an hour after eating.

Be sure that the room temperature is warm (about 76-78 degrees Fahrenheit or 22-24OC).
Put the baby on a soft surface so your child feels comfortable and secure. Warm your hands with some oil.

Basically, the massage flows from the head to the toes. With soft and gentle touches you will work on the head, face, shoulders, arms, chest, stomach and legs.

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Welcome here!

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

Hi all!

Welcome to Happy Mom site!

My name is Ann and I’m happy mom of 1 year old son. Here we are going to discuss many important topics such as planning pregnancy, pregnancy, childbirth, your baby and many many others.

I will share my experience and I hope, you will tell us your interesting story.

How to be ready for a pregnancy, changes is your mind and body during pregnancy, how to avoid toxicosis, childbirth, breast-feeding, special exercises, massage for your baby – these are some of the topics that will be discussed.

I believe that every mom has something to teach and something to learn.

So let’s help each other to become really happy mom!

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