Herbal Remedies in Pregnancy
From heartburn to muscle soreness to insomnia, the laundry list of uncomfortable or even painful symptoms of pregnancy is long. Our little bundles of joy are no doubt worth the discomforts, but relief from many of these irritations is often
We’re Having a {Bonus} Baby!
Parenthood is full of planned adventures as well as unpredictable journeys that are sometimes a shock to the system. Adding a child to your family well after you thought you were done having kids can be one of those shocks.
13 Simple Ways to Cope When Your Baby Comes Early
When most of us get pregnant, we prepare the room and think about names. We fret about whether we will have a natural birth or forgo being a hero and befriend the anesthesiologist. Few of us plan ahead for a
Get Ready for Grandkids: How to Childproof Your Home
When it comes to the safety of your most special houseguests—your grandchildren—you can't be too cautious. So before their next visit, check out these tips for childproofing your home and ridding it of hidden hazards that might seriously injure babies
Keep Baby Safe at Bed and Nap Time
I'll never forget looking down at him that warm summer evening. As the moon rose, I was overwhelmingly burdened by a sense of responsibility matched only by feelings of irrepressible love and nervous humility. It had been just a few
Letting Dad Be Dad
It's our second time attending a gathering at the home of a family in our new church. Adults stand in clusters in the kitchen chatting and eating. Occasionally a few kids charge past. I'm in the middle of a conversation
Baby on the Brain: What To Do about Fertility Issues
The idea of having a baby is exciting. But if you’ve been trying to conceive for many months, those happy thoughts start to slip away. Then, you worry and wonder if it will ever happen. According to the Centers for Disease
Clark County Families and Businesses Ready to March for Babies
March of Dimes' Biggest Fundraiser to Help Babies Be Born Healthy Happens April 25th On Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Esther Short Park, hundreds of families and business leaders will join together in the March of Dimes annual March for Babies--the
Eating for Two, the Healthy Way
During pregnancy you'll need lots of extras. That includes extra protein, iron, calcium and folic acid. You’ll also need more calories. But eating for two doesn’t mean eating twice as much. It means eating sensible, balanced meals. That way, you’ll get
Pregnant-Zzzz: Getting the Sleep You Need When You’re Expecting
Pregnant women are often told to “sleep now, while you can”—but sleeping during pregnancy is easier said than done. Just ask Melissa Souza of Battle Ground, who gave birth to her fourth child in January. A seasoned mom, Souza knew