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Your Newborn Baby’s First Few Days at Home – What You Should Expect

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The first few days home from the hospital are important for both baby and parents. As parents you will have gone through intense birth process that is unlike anything else you have ever experienced. As a new mother you will be drained – both emotionally and physically. The father can often have feelings of being overwhelmed by the huge responsibility he now faces. There probably is not much anyone can say or do to help you to fully prepare for what you are about to experience.

During your first days at home it may be wise to limit the amount of visitors that you welcome into your home because you’ll need a lot of time to recover from the birth process. Other than your immediate family and good friends you might want to ask other friends to wait a week or two before they descend on you with gifts and wanting to hold the new baby.

New mothers will want to pay attention to the way that they feel so that those “baby blues” don’t creep up and surprise you unexpectedly. It is normal to feel a bit out of sorts and sad for the first couple of weeks after giving birth. Your body is going through some major physical changes after the birth of your baby. Your hormones will be changing and you likely will be feeling a lack of sleep. It is important to remember that this is natural and to allow yourself a good amount of time to recover from this. If you find yourself feeling more and more depressed it is advised that you should discuss it with your doctor to see if you are suffering from “postpartum depression”. Symptoms of postpartum depression include:

Your childs 1st year development – month to month

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The first year of your childs development is an ever-changing and exciting time for both you and your child. See the differences month to month.

1 to 2 months:

After nine months in the womb, your baby will be familiarizing himself with his surroundings. The familiar sound of your voice will be comforting to the baby. By the second month, you will see your newborn becoming more aware of his surroundings. At this point, your baby may recognize your voice and turn his head towards you when you speak. He may respond verbally by cooing and even begin to smile. Your newborn does not yet have full control of his bodily motions. He may jerk his arms and legs spontaneously when startled. By the second month, his movements should be less jerky, smoother, and less involuntary. Get close and show them bold colors and shapes. Babies are usually nearsighted and are only able to view objects 8 to 14″ away. Encourage your childs visual development by showing him brightly colored objects in different shapes and sizes.

3 to 4 months:

In the third month, your baby will have more control of his movements. When lying on his stomach and using his elbows, he will be able to raise his chest and slightly lift his head. He learns to use his hands. He will reach for objects, grab his feet, and by the fourth month may be able to hold a small object. Your baby will become more vocal. He will laugh and squeal when he is happy and cry when he is flustered. By the fourth month, your newborn will try to make different sounds.

5 to 6 months:

In the fifth month, your child will be physically stronger. He is able to keep his head steady and sit upright if propped with a pillow. By the sixth month

he may sit independently. He will also be able to roll over in one direction. He may try to start crawling. You will notice your baby has become more expressive. He will start to say consonant-vowel combinations. He may raise his arms gesturing to be picked up. Be careful of your actions, your baby will try to imitate your actions and your facial expressions. Your child will start to recognize his own name.

7 to 8 months:

Your baby is very aware of his parents unconditional love. He may try to push your limits to see how far he can go. In the seventh month your child will want to walk. He can stand while holding onto something or someone.

9 to 10 months:

By now, your childs leg strength has greatly improved. Your child will spend lots of time practicing to walk. He will be able to stand from a sitting position. He may be able to stand for a short time. Your baby will grasp simple commands and sayings such as “no” and “good girl”. Your child may also try to say “mommy” or “daddy”. He will try to form words by speaking gibberish. By the tenth month, your child may wave hello or goodbye to visitors. Your baby can hold his own bottle or cup. You may give your child his own spoon to encourage feeding himself.

11 to 12 months:

A new beginning, your child will begin to walk on his own. Your childs vocal skills are more developed. Baby can say “mommy” or “daddy”. He will be able to say one-syllable words such as “hi”. He will also be trying to converse with you through gibberish.
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Donna Lee is the founder and president of Mon Petit Enfant.com – an online retailer of designer baby clothes, european childrens clothing, diaper bags, and more.

Your Beautiful Baby–Understanding Early Childhood Development

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Your car came with one. Your TV has one. Even your cell phone has one. . . but when you have a little bundle of joy entering your life, an instruction manual does not come with the delivery. Children are a special gift–full of love, adventure, hope and joy.

Learning about the developmental stages of children and what can be expected in each stage is vitally important to all parents. Since each baby is a unique individual with a distinctive personality, your childs development may vary significantly from what is considered normal. But there are some guidelines and certain behaviors that are fairly typical of all children.

The primary task of a babys first year is to develop a sense of trust in the world and come to view it as a place that is predictable and reliable. Infants accomplish this by forming a close attachment to the care givers. During the very earliest months, infants have an inborn ability to “bond” to ensure their survival. They express it through sucking, feeding, smiling and cooing. Ideally, these behaviors stimulate a loving response from the parents (or caretakers) who give the baby the much needed and desired personal attention. These pleasant interactions and the consistent attention form the parent-child bond and lay the foundation for childs sense of trust.

During this period, a consistently comforting and nurturing environment makes a child feel secure. The most valuable thing you can do at this point in your childs life, is to show, through attention and affection, that you love your child and that your child can depend on you to be there. If you generally respond to your childs cries, he/she will learn trust. If you hug, caress and smile at your child, he/she will feel contentment.

Although the need for attachment continues for many years, the process of separation also begins during the first year of a childs life. A major milestone is reached when children learn to

separate from the parents by crawling and then by walking. Psychological separation begins as well: babies start, non-verbally, to express their own desires and opinions. Many child development experts view early childhood as a series of alternating attachment and separation phases that help to establish the child as an independent person who can relate happily to others.

Toddlers continue the attachment–separation cycle in more sophisticated ways during the second year. The “terrible twos” arrive with your child sometimes protesting violently when you must leave them. Anxiety about separating from you heightens, and they may express anger. During this stage, when you must both guide and protect your child,, you become a “no” sayer. Your child becomes frustrated and shows it in new ways. Helpless crying comes first, and later your child may exhibit aggressive behavior by hitting, pushing, biting or throwing things.

Such behavior often frightens and puzzles parents, who wonder if the child is normal. It should help you to know that this type of behavior is normal for toddlers, who have deep conflicting wishes about their individuality (“me do it myself”), and their anxiety about separating from you.

Handling the tantrums, setting limits, and encouraging language development and the expression of feelings consume much of your time and patience. They will grow out of these stages. Welcome to parenthood and best wishes on raising a healthy, happy, well-adjusted baby!

About the Author

Larry Denton is a retired history teacher having taught 33 years at Hobson High in Hobson, Montana. He is currently Vice President of Elfin Enterprises, Inc., an Internet business dedicated to providing useful information and valuable resources on a variety of timely topics. For a nursery full of information, resources and suggestions about child development, visit http://www.BabyByWay.com

Your Babys Colic

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Many parents become frustrated when their newborn develop colic. The continuous screaming every night for hours on end, cant help but be disturbing. New mothers often feel they must be doing something wrong or worse yet that there is something wrong with their baby.

Most new mothers are not aware that almost all babies develop a fussy period and the actuality of colic is present in one form or another. Colic is not an illness or a physical disorder. Doctors define colic as 3 or more hours a day of continued crying. The babys persistent crying is generally not due to any obvious signs such as: hunger, wet diaper, or gas, and in many cases, the child cannot be comforted or soothed. There is good news though, colic generally does not last beyond the first three months!

Several studies that involved more than 12,000 babies have indicated that mothers who smoke during pregnancy face almost twice the risk of having a baby with colic. Exposure to second hand smoke also appears to increase the risk for colic.

Parents dealing with a colicky baby need to be observant and patient. Experimenting may be required to find ways to comfort your baby. Holding your baby is notably the most effective way to calm him.

Interestingly, one doctor commented that “the more hours they are held, even early in the day when they are not fussy, the less time they will be fussy in the evening.” Holding your new baby does not spoil your

child! Swinging, rocking or singing lullabyes can also be effective.

Over the years, there have been many stories about foods breastfeeding mothers should avoid. What do the facts show? Breastfeeding mothers who eat gas producing food DO NOT induce gas or crying in their babies. The gas mothers may get from gas producing food comes from the undigested part that remains in their intestines. The portion that enters the blood stream and then makes its way to the breastmilk is not the part that produces the gas in the first place. It was mentioned that a single glass of wine in the evening may be good for both mom and baby. Foods that should be avoided would include caffeinated beverages, chocolate, nuts and possibly some dairy products or spices.
Caring for a colicky baby can be exhausting for the already worn out mom. Colic is no-ones fault, so dont burden yourself with extra stress and guilt. Do your best to relax and remember that your baby will outgrow it.

If you are ever unsure whether your babys crying is colic or a symptom of another illness, check with your pediatrician, by all means!

About the Author

Karen is a graduate of of Cleveland State University and is a freelance writer. Visit her website at http://www.womenatthesummit.com – A site of general interest to women. Topics include: Pregnancy, Children, Parenting, Health and wellness, Diet and Fitness, Relationships, Money, Travel and more.

Yoga For Pregnant Women

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Master your mind!Gain control over your body!Be relieved of your stress through the practice of gentle art of Yoga!

Pregnancy is a physical as well as mental experience. Women often becomes hyper aware of all the changes their bodies are going through. Yoga allows pregnant women to adapt to these changes more gracefully and to feel proud and a sense of appreciation for their bodies. Yoga exercises can increase flexibility, strength, circulation and balance. Many pregnant women find that regular yoga exercises help to reduce swelling, back and leg pain, and insomnia.

However, Yoga must be practised very carefully among pregnant women, as improper exercises will bring negative effect on both moms and babies. Here are some tips for pre-natal pregnancy Yoga practise:

1. The general yoga exercises are recommended for the first 2 months. You must consult your doctor and find very experienced Yoga teachers. With proper guidance, you can practice some yoga right into labor. If you new to yoga then you should start slowly.

2. Breathing exercises are beneficial if done twice a day. The breathing exercises provide more oxygen and energy both to the mother and the child.

3. Some yoga poses that can help a pregnant women dealing with the symptoms of pregnancy, ensuring smoother and easier delivery, and faster recovery after childbirth. Pregnant women should pay attention not to overstretch the body – the ligaments around the joints become loose and soft during pregnancy. The abdomen should stay

relaxed at all times. Difficult and poses that put pressure on the abdomen and other should NOT be done during advance stages of Pregnancy. No any kind of pain or nausea should be felt during and/or after yoga. If this happens, you should stop yoga practise and contact your GP.

4. When carrying out standing poses with your heels to the wall or use a chair for support to avoid losing your balance and risking injury to both you and your baby.

5. Deep relaxation is crucial to give rest to body and mind, and you will benefit more from a good sleep. Deep relaxation helps the nerve system change from sympathetic to parasympathetic activity. Parasympathetic activity is associated with the restorative processes of the body, which is needed both by the pregnant woman and the child.

We also strongly recommend regular morning and evening walks. Yoga is very individual. For more great Yoga advice, and other pregnant women support services, e.g. domestic cleaning services, babysitter services, personal trainer, chef and many more great services just visit us at http://www.londonrate.com
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Wrap Adorable Baby Shower Gifts

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Are you going to a baby shower? Gifts for babies are always so cute – here are some ideas to create gift wrapping that is just as adorable as the gift you are giving.

If you know the baby is expected to be a boy or a girl, sometimes it is fun to wrap a gift in “baby boy blue” or “baby girl pink” – but remember we have many other colors in the rainbow to choose from! Here are some other options to get your creative juices flowing.

Going to a shower and the mother is not sure if the baby is going to be a boy or a girl? Wrap the baby gift in white paper and tie the gift with two ribbons instead of one – use one pink and one blue. Tie the blue and pink ribbons together and tape to the back of the package. Then have the ribbon form a bow on the front of the package from the two colors of ribbon.

Want to add a cute topping to any baby shower package? Add a rattle, teething ring, baby mittens, hairbow, small picture frame, Christmas ornament or a small stuffed animal. All of these items can be fastened with the ribbon you tie the gift with – and these items can also be used by the baby.

Love teddy bears? Do a teddy bear gift wrap! Use gift wrap paper that has teddy bears on it, or a soft cocoa colored gift wrap paper. But a small teddy bear on the top of your package and tie with a brown or a white bow. You can often find teddy bear rattles or teething rings that have teddy bears on them.

Quack quack quack! Wrap with a duck theme! Use yellow

paper or paper with ducks on it and tie with a large orange ribbon. Top your gift with a traditional yellow rubber duck.

For a pretty look for a spring baby shower consider a very floral look. Wrap a gift with floral or plain but colored paper. Use a green or purple ribbon and tie it in a bow. Top the package with some fresh spring flowers. Cut the stems of the flowers very short. Add the flowers the morning of the baby shower for best presentation.

Does the baby have an older sibling? Consider giving a small gift to this sibling. A new baby is often a hectic time and seeing their new brother or sister get so many gifts can sometimes be overwhelming, and leave many children feeling a little forgotten. Consider getting an older sibling a storybook or a stuffed animal as a special big brother/big sister gift.

Abigail Beal © 2004 Abigail Beal a.k.a. “the Gift-wrap Goddess” teaches gift wrap in suburban New York. She is the author of 2 ezines: GiftWrapGoddessWraps and CreativeCraftsTeachers. To subscribe: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CreativeCraftsTeachers/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GiftWrapGoddessWraps/ contact: creativecraftsteachers@yahoo.com

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Women in Transition From Post Feminism to Past Femininity

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"[In]… the brothels off Wenceslas Square, in central Prague, [where] sexual intercourse can be bought for USD 25 – about half the price charged at a German brothel… Slav women have supplanted Filipinos and Thais as the most common foreign offering in [Europe]." (The Economist, August 2000, p.18)

"Im also wary of the revolutionary ambition of some feminist texts, with their ideas about changing present conditions, having seen enough attempted utopias for one lifetime" (Petr Pr

Wise ways to discipline

admin — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:48:12 +0000

First of all there are some very important factors to consider for discipline to work well. Without them, your efforts to effectively teach your children will ultimately fail.

1. INFLUENCE: You cannot teach what you do not live. For example, you cannot teach your child not to yell at you, if you yell at your child. Much of what our children learn is through observation and imitation. Our babies and children watch us intently, and our influence over their lives is immeasurable. Every day, remind yourself that you are a leader and an example to your children. (and remember that when you blow it, as we all do, the best example to set is to say sorry, have a cuddle, take a big breath, and move on.)

2. ENVIRONMENT: Babies and children are more receptive to discipline when we create a WARM, SAFE AND STIMULATING environment. Warmth means our children know they are cherished, valued and approved of. We make it clear that when they misbehave, it is the behaviour we disapprove of, not them. We show affection liberally, and use affectionate language. We monitor the “atmosphere” of our homes, because if we are stressed, grumpy and edgy, our children will synchronise their mood to ours! We keep them physically and emotionally safe. When they are fearful, angry or upset, we acknowledge their feelings. We teach them that feelings are good, but it’s what we DO with our feelings that can lead to trouble! Lastly, little children are active explorers. They need opportunities to dig, splash, jump, climb, construct, bang, push, pull, etc etc etc!! Bored children are far more likely to whine and misbehave.

3. CONSISTENCY: This is SO important. Consistency breeds security and predictability, and inconsistency breeds insecurity and confusion. A lack of consistency on our part is a major cause of inappropriate behaviour. Is your response to misbehaviour consistent and predictable, or dependant on your mood, the time of day, the setting, or your child’s angry response? Always aim to be consistent, no matter what the circumstances. NB. Don’t give up! Persevere with being consistent, as it can take time to finally see positive results.

4. EARLY ACTION: This means we step in to give direction well before anger and frustration take hold. When you give too many warnings and threats, you end up disciplining in anger, and misbehaving yourself. This teaches your child that he can ignore your first warning, because there will be many more before you finally act! Don’t put off an opportunity to teach your child in a way that is helpful and effective, when you are calm and rational.

BABIES
This is the ROUTINE stage. Babies thrive on loving interaction and a consistent routine. Create your own queues that teach your baby to predict what is about to happen. For example, singing the same lullaby as you prepare baby for sleep-time helps him understand what you expect. Turning on a music box as you leave the room is another queue that communicates that it is time for sleep. Develop predictable queues in your baby’s routine. When baby becomes mobile, he will instinctively look to you for direction when exploring something new. Use a calm and assertive voice when needing to set a limit, and if your direction is ignored, then either remove an object, or remove your baby from harm’s way. Next, REDIRECT his attention toward something he is allowed to explore eg., “let’s play with your blocks!”. If you are consistent, your baby will soon learn what is out of bounds. Don’t be put off by little performances, as these are quite normal. Avoid using the word “no” all the time. It is far more effective to give POSITIVE DIRECTION, for example, “switches are DANGEROUS to touch” rather than “NO don’t touch”.

TODDLERS AND TWO-YEAR-OLDS
I call this the “WHO’S THE LEADER?” stage, because

it is now that our children begin to develop autonomy, and it is vitally important that it is perfectly clear who is leading who! They become aware that they are separate individuals, with their own choices to make. However their increasing mobility, coupled with limited understanding and poor impulse control can lead to high levels of frustration for both children and their mothers! Children at this stage tend can be negative, stubborn and resistant to our offers of help. They want to be able to do things themselves! They also find it impossible to see things from any other perspective than their own, and they will often say “no” when they really mean “yes”! This is all very normal. It is our job to teach them how to be gentle, kind, cooperative, and to keep safe, and this requires constant monitoring. Use “positive direction” and “redirection”, and learn to be effective at “situation management”, where you intervene BEFORE problems arise (overtiredness and over-stimulation are hazards to avoid!). If your child loses control and becomes aggressive, they need time to regain control. Make it clear you cannot allow this behaviour, using a calm and assertive voice, and remove them to a safe place, such as a chair or a brief time in their room. Please don’t be intimidated by the performances of your children. This is their way of coping with frustration and anger, and is not intended on making your life miserable. Concentrate on the lesson you want to teach, not on the behaviour.

PRE-SCHOOLERS
Now that your child’s language and communication skills are improving, your teaching can become more verbal rather than action oriented. I call this the “CHOICES” stage. Life is all about making choices, and this is where we begin to reinforce to our children that they are responsible for the choices they make. Help your child begin to monitor his own actions by intervening with a question, for example, “Is that a good choice to make?” or “Where do we throw balls?” or “Would that be a kind thing to do?”. You can also utisise what I call a “thinking chair”, which is a place to sit and think about wrong behaviour. When you need to reinforce a limit, say “you need to sit and have a think about what you did, then we will have a talk”. After a minute or two, ask your child what he thought about his actions. Ask him what would have been a better choice. Then tell him you are confident he can make that choice next time. However there will be times when you can offer no choice, for example, asking a child if he can wash his hands before lunch. If choice is not an option, simply make a positive statement eg., ‘it’s time to wash your hands now”. In the pre-school years, give a simple reason for rules, and help your child take on another person’s perspective eg., “hitting people is not allowed, because it is unkind, and it really hurts them.”
The key to being effective at discipline lies in your ability to motivate yourself, because the job is difficult and relentless! You need to believe in the long-term benefits of what you are doing, in order to persevere through each day. Apart from helping your child manage and be accountable for his actions, you are also helping him gain self-respect and self-worth, because when he consciously makes a right choice, he feels good about himself. So keep motivated and inspired, in the valuable and important work you are doing every day!

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About the Author

Terri currently runs an Australian network of support for mums and is the author of Parenting Inc. Visit www.mothertime.com.au for more information and join the Mothertime discusiion forum.
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Why You Need to Teach Your Baby How To Swim

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Dads, if youre looking for a way to bond with your new baby, here it is!

Many parents are discovering the art of teaching their baby to swim. Not only is it fun for your baby to swim, bond with you, and play with other babies, it is a great way for you to interact with other parents as well.

It was only discovered in the 1960s that babies were able to swim independently underwater. But since then, it has been learned that it promotes self-confidence and personal development – physical and emotional. It gives your baby a calming, zero-gravity environment to move freely where they otherwise could not on land. This is incredibly beneficial to babies with Downs syndrome and cerebral palsy.

The benefits of baby swimming include; increased motor development, social skills and intelligence, increased concentration, alertness, and perceptual abilities, and improved nap time and night time sleep patterns. Babies who learn how to swim have been known to walk earlier as well, due to their increased muscle control.

Its only natural for a baby to feel comfortable and happy in the warm water. You dont have to worry about your child breathing, because they automatically hold their breath while underwater. This is called the “mammalian dive reflex”. After all, they did spend their first 9

months in fluid.

If you have your own pool, it is up to you as a parent to decide when you want your baby to start swimming. There is no age limit. They can even start right after birth. Some classes however, ask that you wait until they are 3 months. Others recommend you start as early as possible. But keep in mind, the longer you wait, their confidence in the water decreases. Closer to their first year, they can actually develop a fear of water if they are not familiar with it. You should never force your child to learn if they dont want to. This will only result in a stressful situation for your child which could become a problem later on.

Dont expect your baby to start swimming like a pro right away. It takes time and patience. But even though they cant swim on the waters surface until they are about three, they can swim for short distances under the water with the help and encouragement of their parent. Have an underwater camera available to capture that special moment.

Check with your local community swimming pool to see if they have classes available. You and your new baby will love it.

About the Author

Cassandra Germsheid is the owner of Baby Tips Online (http://www.babytipsonline.com). She is a stay at home mother but sometimes works part time for her local newspaper.

Why Pregnant Women Get Stressed And Depressed?

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If you are a pregnant mother or soon will be, this is the most important reality you going to face. You will get stress and depress. Why? The physical and mental changes of a pregnant woman can affect her stress levels-especially since she is forced to see herself in a new light. The woman who was once the prettiest girl at the dance may have turned into a sluggish, chubby grouch seemingly overnight. In her mind, she sees herself as ugly and dumpy, even though others just see her beautiful motherly glow.

Five Common Stress and Depress Among Pregnant Women

1. Pregnant women face an almost endless list of concerns-some valid and others not so. One of the most valid worries is that of miscarriage, which is a big fear for women in their first trimester, especially if they have experienced past miscarriages or problem pregnancies. Miscarriage is a sad, unfortunate event for which many women blame themselves (Is it something I did? If I had done anything differently, would my baby have lived?). Anyone who has experienced this horrible loss knows that Mom is not to blame no matter what she may think.

2. Women also naturally worry if their babies will be healthy, so they fret over whether or not they are eating the right foods, taking the right vitamins and getting enough exercise. Worry stretches into excess though when an expectant mom frets over everything from whether or not to eat the skin of an apple to how long she should wait to take her vitamin after lunch. As many silly worries as moms concoct, though, there are valid issues of concern. They affect some women to greater degrees than others.

3. It isn’t rare for expecting moms to ask themselves, “Will I love my baby enough?” and “Will I know what to do when my baby cries or

gets sick?” The answer is yes, or it will be after a little experience. But, when you enter a job you’ve never held before with no guide book, it can be very intimidating (especially for those expectant moms who have issues with their own mothers).

4. Other issues that creep up include finances and daycare. Most mothers take a maternity leave from work after their babies are born, but finding the right daycare where baby will be happy and Mom will feel reassured in leaving her little one can be a challenge.

5. There is also the issue of what will happen at work while a woman is on maternity leave. Will she lose the esteem and respect of others for putting family first? Or will her someone else snatch her spot as team leader while she is out on leave?

Of course, these issues are just a synopsis of the concerns and worries pregnant women face. Naturally, every woman has her own specific circumstances that make some of these concerns less important, while others are more so. There are also concerns each woman has that are unique to her.

But relative to all expecting moms is that they face a number of worries and potential stressors. In extreme situations, these stressors lead into depression. Women feeling overwhelming and/or debilitating feelings of sadness or hopelessness should consult an OBGYN or counselor ASAP.

About the Author

Sara Jameson set out on a mission to find out how to have a healthy baby but also a happy and healthy pregnancy. She succeeded and writes her experiences in “The Very Happy Pregnancy: Avoiding Stress and Depression.” Read her secrets and truths about having a happy, healthy pregnancy in her Website http://www.pregnancywithoutstress.com