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PREGNANCY TIPS
First Trimester Cramps: Causes, Remedies, and When to Worry
Nothing is more nerve-wracking than having cramps during your first trimester. I still remember the first day I experienced early pregnancy cramps. My husband and I were getting ready for a week-long trip to the Grand Canyon. We were putting gas in the car when I felt the first, shocking twinge. Throughout the trip, the…
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Natural Birth Tips: 7 Mistakes to Avoid if You Want a Natural Labor
If no one has told you this yet, you are incredible for wanting to go natural! In the age where childbirth is most commonly viewed as a medical event, you’re about to experience motherhood in the most natural way possible. Research as found that babies born without medical interventions have increased oxygen, more efficient immune…
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Turning a Posterior Baby: Tips for Before and During Labor
You’ve endured 9 long months of pregnancy, but there’s still one last scenario you should plan for: how to turn a posterior baby. Posterior babies (AKA sunny side up baby) isn’t really a situation many pregnant mamas consider. Sometimes a posterior baby means nothing. Other times, posterior baby can wreck your labor and undo all…
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BREECH PREGNANCY
How to Turn a Breech Baby Naturally After 36 Weeks
I very vividly remember my 36 week prenatal visit. My swollen ankles were propped up on my midwife’s chair while my pudgy hands clutched my three—yes, three—page birth plan. I wanted an all-natural birth. No meds, lavender diffuser, yoga music, birthing ball, the works. My midwife assured me that the birthing center would help out…
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Breech Births: What You Need to Know to Have a Breech Delivery
When my midwife told me that my daughter was breech, I was given three options: plan a c-section, turn the baby with an ECV, or flip my baby naturally. A breech delivery was not even on the table. A vaginal breech delivery is somewhat of a taboo term, especially in the US. There are several…
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10 Signs of a Breech Baby: How to Tell if Your Baby is Breech
A mother’s instincts are strong. For the last 9 months, you’ve become well-acquainted with your baby. You’ve felt his movements, you know his habits. Now, things feel off. Your gut is telling you that your baby isn’t where he should be. If you’re wondering how to tell if your baby is breech, you’re not alone. During…
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BABY NAMES
40 Timeless & Unique Irish Boy Names You Need to See
Whether you’re an Irish descendant or a fond admirer of all things Celtic, sifting through unique Irish boy names can be downright fun. From its early clan system to Anglicization, and devotion to ancient mythology and Catholicism alike, Irish names are complex and rich with history. Just in case you’re new to Blunders in Babyland,…
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Unique & Popular Irish Girl Names with Lovely Meanings
In case you’ve never visited this blog before, I’m sort of obsessed with finding new and unique baby names. Celtic baby names are my absolute favorite. Especially unique Irish girl names. Not only do they possess a lyrical nuance, but most contain a personal meaning. And what mother doesn’t want her baby’s name to have…
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35 Powerful and Unique Biblical Baby Names for Boys and Girls
There’s no doubt that choosing your baby’s name is one of the greatest honors of motherhood…but it’s also a tall order. Bible baby names are pretty easy to come by. In fact, Noah, was one of the most popular boy names of 2018! But, if you’re looking for unique Biblical baby names, the search can…
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PREPARING FOR BABY
The SupportingHer Review: An Honest Review of the Childbirth Class for Dads
When you know that your loved one is about to go through the most strenuous event of her life, it’s only natural to want to help. Yet, somehow, many childbirth classes seem to ignore the crucial role Dad has to play in a woman’s labor. If you’re reading this review, you want to do more…
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Baby on a Budget: How to Have a Baby When You’re Broke
Having a baby is rough on your finances. Between the medical bills, baby gear, maternity leave, and–oh, yeah!–essentials necessary to help you survive pregnancy, consider your wallet adequately drained. Sometimes it feels like having a baby on a budget is an incredible feat. During my pregnancy, I was definitely feeling the pressure. We lived just…
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Birth It Up! Natural Series Review
Thinking about going natural? A natural childbirth allows you to experience your first, sweet moments of motherhood to its fullest. While childbirth is an amazing event, it can also be difficult, long, and, sometimes, scary. Natural childbirth classes teach you how to effectively cope with the rigors and complications labor throws at you without the…
Online Birthing Classes Reviews
5 Best Online Birthing Classes Every New Mom Can Trust
There’s no doubt, online birthing classes are changing the way women are learning about childbirth. I first heard about online birthing classes back in 2017, when I was pregnant with my daughter. I pretty much dismissed the idea. For one, I didn’t trust anything online. For another, I felt that I needed interaction with an…
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The SupportingHer Review: An Honest Review of the Childbirth Class for Dads
When you know that your loved one is about to go through the most strenuous event of her life, it’s only natural to want to help. Yet, somehow, many childbirth classes seem to ignore the crucial role Dad has to play in a woman’s labor. If you’re reading this review, you want to do more…
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Birth It Up! Epidural Series Review
I both dreaded and prayed for my labor. As excited as I was to finally meet my little girl (and get her out), I was terrified of childbirth. There were so many things I didn’t know; how badly would it hurt? What does a contraction feel like? How was I supposed to even know when…