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Pregnancy

If you talk to many pregnant women, you’re likely to hear concerns about stretch marks, specifically, how to get rid of stretch marks after pregnancy. Pregnancy marks are normal and a sign that your body is growing to accommodate for the growing child in your womb. Though most women are proud of their pregnancy stretch marks, it’s still something moms wish to prevent. But how can you prevent stretch marks during pregnancy?

Check out these 11 tips for preventing stretch marks, including eating healthy, drinking water, taking vitamins, and of course, using creams and ointments to avoid pregnancy marks on your belly.

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New Dad’s Hospital Packing List and Must-Have Items

babies

I’m currently on maternity leave: The following is a guest post by Raúl J. Colón. I would have never thought of writing a post related to this topic, but here I am writing a list of things for the great day I become a daddy. These last few months I have been preparing to welcome [...]

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Third Time Around on the Motherhood Merry-Go-Round

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I’m on maternity leave as of December 8: The following is a guest post by Aparna Vashisht. We are expecting our third child in a few days. I have gestational diabetes with my third (just like the second). One of the benefits of having Gestational Diabetes is the fact that you get to decide the [...]

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Baby Shower Surprise!

Pregnancy

This past Saturday, my mom surprised me with a baby shower! Friends and family gathered at her house to celebrate the coming arrival of our baby boy. My baby girl thought it was a fun idea and was also surprised; plus, she loves a good party! You may be used to cucumber sandwiches, veggie platters, [...]

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34 Weeks Pregnant

Pregnancy

As I write this, I am dealing with some contractions. Fake ones…I think. It’s been happening a lot recently. Every so often, I get the tight feeling, the pressure, and the overall discomfort. It makes for an interesting walk, actually. I suppose my body is preparing for what’s to come. We’re only a few weeks [...]

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