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Your Pregnancy Week by Week: 4 Weeks

July 25, 2019 | by: Lamaze International

The following information -- and much more -- can also be found in the free weekly email Lamaze Pregnancy Week by Week.

Your Pregnancy Week by Week: 5 Weeks

July 25, 2019 | by: Lamaze International

The following information -- and much more -- can also be found in the free weekly email Lamaze Pregnancy Week by Week.

Summer Air Travel with Breast Milk

July 24, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

If you're planning a late summer getaway by plane and need to travel with breast milk to or from your destination, make it a smooth(er) trip by learning the laws, potential challenges, and tips. Traveling by plane with stored breast milk should not be an issue, but despite protections and laws in place, people sometimes experience difficulties. The information below will help you travel by plane with breast milk as prepared as possible.

5 Ways to Better Advocate for Yourself in Labor

July 22, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

It can be hard to stand up for what you want, and even for things you need. This is especially true when you're in the middle of labor -- a time when most of your concentration is focused on coping with contractions. And yet, for a lot of people and in many hospitals and birthing centers, labor is the time when knowing how to advocate for yourself is particularly important. To get the most of what you want and need in labor and birth, consider the following tips.

Signs that You're Maybe - Probably - Definitely in Labor

July 18, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

Google search history from someone who is 39 weeks pregnant:

Am I in labor

How do I know if I'm labor

Signs of labor

Epidural Isn't the Only Option for Pain Relief

July 15, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

Getting an epidural for pain relief during birth is pretty common -- 67% of people get one -- but it's not the only option, and it's not always the best option for everyone. Learning about all of your options for pain relief and comfort -- well before you're in the labor and delivery room -- allows you to choose what's best for you, and switch up pain relief techniques when needed.

Don't Miss The Largest Baby Show in the Country!

July 10, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

The 2019 Chicago Baby Show, August 24-25 at Navy Pier, is the largest show for new and expectant parents in the country. No other event offers a broader range of brands, education, buying opportunities, and activities. This is a must-attend event if you are planning, expecting, or recently had a child!

Ten Tips to Keep Baby Safe in Extreme Heat

July 08, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

Right now, many countries worldwide are experiencing higher than average temperatures. In places that aren't used to the extreme heat, it has become more than just an annoying situation -- it's dangerous. Without regular air conditioning in homes and other common areas, it has been a struggle to keep cool, which becomes a health hazard for at-risk populations like infants, babies, and the elderly. Whether you live in an area that's used to hot weather or not, it's important to know the basics on how to keep your infant cool and how to recognize overheating.

Ideas for Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise in the Water

July 05, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

To most of us, the thought of staying fit while balancing the day’s activities and demands is a hefty undertaking, especially when you’re pregnant or have recently given birth. Typical cardio fitness is often too intense for new mothers and there aren’t many options for receiving an equivalent workout. Now, if we told you there was a safe and easy way to integrate cardio exercises into your day without fail, would you believe us? And what if the elixir was something as simple as water? With the recent heat waves we've been experiencing, water exercise is the perfect remedy!

Lead Is Still a Threat During Pregnancy - Are You Being Exposed?

July 01, 2019 | by: Cara Terreri

If you think lead exposure is a thing of the past or something that only happens when you live in broken down buildings (like I did until recently), keep reading.

Unfortunately, lead is still very much a part of our environment. This is a problem because lead is still very much a toxin that causes health risks to unborn babies and developing children. If you're pregnant or a new parent, it's important to understand your risk of exposure to lead in the world around you.

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About the Blog Manager

Cara Terreri is a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, certified DONA doula, and a professional writer, editor, and content specialist. She has been part of the Lamaze International team since 2004. Cara manages and writes for the Lamaze parents’ blog, Giving Birth With Confidence. She lives and works in the Orlando, FL, area with her husband and three children.