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12/21/00 - A Miracle Baby
The story of a miracle baby born after mom was torn in half in a car accident.

12/17/00 - Becoming a Doula
Ideas for how to become a doula, or professional labor support person.

12/10/00 - Nutritional Tips During Pregnancy
Tips for making the most of your nutrition during your pregnancy.

12/03/00 - Studying With Baby
If you're going to have a baby and go to school, you'll need to learn how to cope.

11/26/00 - 10 Ways to Comfort a Laboring Woman
Some quick ideas on how to care for a laboring woman.

11/19/00 - Pregnancy and Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are a common problem for pregnant women, but you don't have to suffer with them, there are ways to ease discomfort or even prevent them in the first place.

11/12/00 - Belly Questions
Answers to your questions about the changes in your pregnant belly!

11/05/00 - Lilah: The Birth Story
The birth story for Lilah, formerly known as Baby Nissim.

10/29/00 - Tips for Postpartum Preparation
Some quick ideas on how to prepare for postpartum to make life just a bit easier on you.

10/22/00 - Repeated Miscarriage
A look at repeat miscarriage, including chances for future pregnancies, causes and treatments.

10/15/00 - 10 Reasons to Try VBAC
Some quick ideas why a vaginal birth after previous cesarean might be right for you and your baby.

10/8/00 - Pregnancy & Breast Cancer
It might save your life.

10/1/00 - Choosing Baby's Doctor
Choosing a doctor for your baby is a very important task. Here are some things to keep in mind when looking.

9/24/00 - Late Pregnancy Discomforts
Being pregnant can be a lot of fun, but the last few months of pregnancy can also be very painful. Here's advice on dealing with common discomforts of late pregnancy!

9/17/00 - Do Stretch Marks Predict Episiotomy Need?
A new study indicates that there maybe a correlation between the number of stretch marks the pregnant woman has and if she will need an episiotomy or tear.

9/10/00 - Online Baby Showers
Just because you're far away from friends and family doesn't mean you can't have a great baby shower! Try having an online baby shower with these hints and tips for invitations, baby shower games, gifts and more!

9/3/00 - Preventing the Unnecessary Cesarean
The cesarean rates are up for the third year in a row and the American College of OB/GYNs wants to know why more first time mothers are having cesareans. Learn how to prevent the unnecessary cesarean for your labor and birth experience.

8/27/00 - Danger Signs in Pregnancy
While most pregnancies will be problem free, you should know the warning signs for potential problems.

8/21/00 - Preterm Labor and Birth in the News
Recently some new studies have shown that even slightly premature infants are at a higher risk of death in the first year and that multiple doses of steroids for lung developments aren't necessary.

8/20/00 - Being A Birth Advocate
Knowing your rights for your birth and how to effect change in your community towards more positive births.

8/13/00 - In Your Dreams...
Pregnancy dreams can be weird things. Why do they occur and what do they mean?

8/06/00 - Birth Stories
Why we love to read and watch birth stories and videos. Including information on the newest television shows!

7/30/00 - Breastfeeding Basics
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week we've got the basics of breastfeeding and several other guides chime in with tips for breastfeeding in special situations.

7/23/00 - Managing Back Labor
About 25% of women will experience back labor. Learn what causes it, prevention and dealing with it before and during labor.

7/16/00 - 10 Tips for Great Postpartum Sex
Yes, there is sex after baby!

7/9/00 - Hearing Baby
How and why to listen to your baby before birth.

7/2/00 - Games Babies Play
Learn to play with your baby in utero.

6/25/00 - Sunbathing in Pregnancy
Is your baby protected in pregnancy from the dangers of sunbathing?

6/18/00 - Freebies!
Sometimes it's not too good to be true!

6/11/00 - Drugs for Birth?
Should you take drugs during your labor or birth?

6/04/00 - Planning Pregnancy
Look and learn before you leap.

5/28/00 - Heads Up!
The truth about breech babies from top to bottom.

5/21/00 - Stretch Marks
Badges of honor or horrid scars? What to do about stretch marks! Photos included.

5/14/00 - Protecting Your Baby
Common substances around your home may be harming your baby.

5/07/00 - Celebrating Moms and Babies
The ultimate celebration of motherhood: The Baby Shower

4/30/00 - The Scoop About Prenatal Vitamins
Your vitamins may not be the help you believe them to be. Look for common misconceptions about vitamin usage.

4/23/00 - Why Labor is Good for Baby
Your baby's response to labor is a helpful jump to life.

4/17/00 - Avoiding Food Hazards in Pregnancy
During pregnancy there are certain food rules to remember. Do you know what foods to avoid?

4/10/00 - Sleep like a baby
Sleeping during pregnancy can be a nightmare! Get some advice.

4/03/00 - Careers in Birth
Would you like a rewarding career in the birth field?

3/27/00 - Birth Weight Associated with Maternal Mortality
Does your baby's birth weight effect your life span?

3/13/00 - Swelling in Pregnancy
A look at this often normal discomfort of pregnancy and what you can do to feel better.

3/06/00 - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
What we do and don't know about SIDS, but more importantly what you can do to reduce the risks.

2/27/00 - Tips for Morning Sickness
Here are some remedies that worked for your fellow moms-to-be.

2/21/00 - 10 Reasons to Exercise in Pregnancy
Do you need an excuse to get out and exercise?

2/13/00 - Congenital Heart Defects
A basic primer on congenital heart defects.

2/07/00 - Romantic Thoughts for Pregnancy
Just because you're pregnant doesn't mean that the romance is dead!

1/30/00 - After a Cesarean
The first few days after this type of birth might hold a few surprises.

1/23/00 - Crazed Care Providers
How to protect you and your baby from renegade practitioners.

1/18/00 - 10 Tips for New Dads
Reassurance for new dads.

1/11/00 - Harmful Cravings
What happens when cravings turn dangerous?

1/02/00 - Numbers for Newborns
Know how to apply and avoid scams when it comes to your baby's social security number.

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