February 22nd, 2010
In this article we will cover how to identify your cycle and make it work to your advantage. Once a woman is aware of her cycle and the signs she must look for, Natural Family Planning (NFP) becomes much less complicated.
For many interested in implementing of Natural Family Planning, your first question may be, “Where do I start?”.
Most of us are aware of our menstrual cycles. We should also be aware of our fertility cycle. This includes reading your basal body temperature and noting changes in your cervical mucus.
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Tags: basal body temperature, cervical mucus, fertility cycle, Natural Family Planning
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February 2nd, 2010
Infant massage is a wonderful way to improve your baby’s circulation and relaxation. It is also a great opportunity for you to develop a true closeness with your child.
In the womb, your baby is constantly supported. Movement is always present, whether it is your exercise routine, or just the gentle breathing as you sleep.
Don’t be afraid to touch your child. To rub the back, arms, legs, neck and face. Infant massage may begin as early as one month of age, when the umbilical cord is completely fallen off and healed.
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Tags: infant massage, movements, release tension
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January 15th, 2010
You have made it through nine months of eating healthy and exercise, of cravings and back pain, now comes … labor.
Pregnancy was a breeze until about two months before my due date and my doctor started talking about all the different types of relief available during labor, from an epidural to an exercise ball. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: back pain, cravings, epidural, Natural Relief, relief during labor
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December 25th, 2009
Although pregnancy is one of the most joyful times of a woman’s life, as many as 20 percent experience depression at this time. This is not only difficult for the expectant mother, but it can harm the health of the fetus.
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Tags: depressed mothers, depression, pregnancy
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