In 2021, there were 3,664,292 births in the United States. This is a slight increase from 2020, when 3,613,647 births were born. The current birth rate in the United States is 11.0 per 1,000 population, which is the same as the 2020 birth rate. Being a mother is one of the most rewarding experiences but it can also be overwhelming and daunting. There are a few things you can do to prepare for motherhood and make the transition smoother. These tips will help you get ready for your little one's arrival.
Read MoreIf you or your partner is pregnant with your first child, there is probably a lot going through both of your heads. There is a lot that needs to get done in a short period of time, and you are about to go through a major life change. This can be very overwhelming, especially for a first-time parent. Since you never know for sure exactly when your baby might be born, it is important to check some things off your to-do list early on so that they are completed before you give birth. To help make your life a little easier during this stressful and exciting time, here are 3 things you should do before giving birth.
Read MoreWith your bundle of joy on the way, you’re no doubt planning meaningful activities you can engage in once they are old enough, but this won’t be for a while. Whether it’s your first child or another to join your ever-growing family, you may feel like you know what to do and have done everything you need to before they arrive. However, there might be a few things you’ve not considered, so before you welcome your new child into the world, here are four things you must remember
Read MoreIf you are pregnant – or intend to get pregnant – it is critical that you be aware of some helpful pregnancy health advice. This will not only benefit you, but it will also benefit your baby, and in some cases, it may even speed up labor – which is always a good thing! So, here are some pointers on how to have a safe pregnancy; read on and see what changes you might need to make to ensure that the two of you are doing well.
Read MoreGiving birth to a baby is described by a lot of mothers as one of the most important moments in their life. The joy of holding and nurturing a baby is said to be among the most exhilarating experience in life. If you are on your way to becoming a mother, no doubt you have wondered how best to be prepared for this experience. This article features six important tips to undertake during your pregnancy.
Read MoreThere is arguably no experience more intense than that of being a new mother, especially when you’re becoming a mother for the first time. In the blink of an eye (relatively speaking, at least), you’re suddenly in charge of another little human. And while you can try to prepare for it, the fact of the matter is that it’s always going to be more overwhelming than you imagined. Below, we take a look at a few tried and tested tips to make the most of your life as a new mother.
Read MoreThe day you find out you are expecting a baby is one of the best days of your life. Immediately, you start planning for all the fun you’ll have, watching them grow, caring for them, and capturing every significant moment in their lives. Before the big day comes, you need to decide how you’re going to announce your news to your friends, your family, and the world. Once upon a time, people gave their nearest and dearest a call to tell them, but while effective, it’s not half as fun as what you could do.
Read MoreIn the United States, there are about 3.8 million babies born each year. Having a child can be a wonderful thing, but you may have many questions surrounding pregnancy. Are you preparing for pregnancy? If so, you'll want to do these 10 things before you take the plunge.
Read MoreWhat are the causes of acid reflux? Truly speaking, no any particular thing or cause can be solely and entirely blamed for acid reflux as there are several causes. Apart from hiatus hernia, pregnancy, smoking, and certain medications etc; acid reflux is also caused by various types of food items. Intake of food, in fact, plays a vital role in escalating or de-escalating the acid reflux condition. I
Read MoreAutism strikes 1 in 68 kids, and a new study has uncovered one factor that appears to play a role.
Read MoreHaving children may permanently affect a woman's brain and could increase her risk of dementia in later life, according to a new study. The surge in hormones women experience during the nine months of pregnancy....
Read MoreIt’s easy to get stressed out during pregnancy; you’re growing a human being and preparing to raise it to adulthood, after all! But too much stress can be especially detrimental during pregnancy, contributing to eczema and asthma in baby.
Read MoreYou know the feeling of being jerked out of sleep when your phone rings really loudly next to your head? It's not what we'd call pleasant, and unfortunately, it looks like your unborn baby knows this feeling, too.
Read MoreMothers-to-be who are feeling forgetful and a bit slow on the uptake may blame it on 'baby brain'. But in reality this doesn't exist, scientists claim.While those who are pregnant may believe their memory is worse than usual, a study...
Read MoreFor years pregnant women have been warned about eating tuna because of concerns about mercury exposure. But a federal panel has reignited the debate about the benefits and risks of eating tuna and other seafood during pregnancy.
Read MoreWomen trying to have a baby and those in the first first three months of pregnancy are advised to avoid alcohol altogether under updated advice from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).
Read MoreGetting the flu is miserable for most people, but if you’re pregnant it can be dangerous. The number of pregnant women who choose to get the flu vaccine is on the rise, with about 52 percent opting in during the 2013-14 flu season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Read MorePregnant women in their third trimester can safely receive the whooping cough vaccine to prevent infections in newborns, a recent study from the UK suggests. Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious disease. Its symptoms are initially mild but it can lead to serious and fatal complications, particularly for children under three months old.
Read MoreDespite never being in contention from the get-go, Montano was given a huge round of applause as she ran her way through the first 400m at the Hornet Stadium, and the five-time national champion was urged home by the cheering spectators as their support continued to grow until she crossed the finish line.
Read MorePregnant women who live near agricultural land where pesticides are applied have a 60 percent higher risk of giving birth to children with autism or other developmental delays, a new study from the University of California Davis found.
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