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Most Popular Baby Girl Names 2011

Here are the most popular baby girl names from the Social Security Administration from 2011 birth certificates.

Ramzi's Method to Determine Fetal Gender

There is some research out there trying to determine the sex of your baby as early as six week pregnancy based on the location of the placenta in pregnancy. Would you try it?

Most Popular Twin Names in 2011

The Social Security Administration most popular twin baby names for 2011.

Most Popular Baby Boy Names 2011

2011 birth certificates said that these are the most popular baby names for boys.

Ways to Celebrate Your Due Date

The day that becomes the focus of your pregnancy is the due date. While most women dread the due date - I'd like to show you how to celebrate it!

Is it safe to get a manicure in pregnancy?

Sometimes it seems like everything we do in pregnancy is a no no. Manicures and pedicures are a great treat to so many women, particularly in pregnancy, but are they safe for mom and baby?

Cesarean Section Photos: Step-by-Step

Here are the basics of cesarean section surgery in picture format from the beginning of the surgery to birth and the repair.

5 Things to Do in Labor

Labor can be quite thrilling, but more often than not - it's downright boring. Here's how to cope.

May Celebrity Baby Birthdays

Everyone loves celebrity babies, here is a list of celebrity babies with October birthdays.

April Celebrity Baby Birthdays

Everyone loves celebrity babies, here is a list of celebrity babies with October birthdays.

Choose the Sex of Your Baby Old Wives Tales

A look at a collection of old wives tales surrounding choosing the sex of your baby.

Epidural Anesthesia

Epidural anesthesia is the most common form of pain relief used in labor. Do you know what you need to know in order to get an epidural?

Positions for Labor and Childbirth

Labor is all about movement. The more labor positions you use, the better you are able to help labor be faster and more comfortable. Here are some of the best labor positions.

Finding Out the Sex of Your Baby

Trying to read ultrasounds to figure out whether your baby is a girl or boy can be tricky. Here are some hints at reading that big ultrasound and what the technician is looking for before she says it's a girl or it's a boy!

Your Pregnant Body - Month by Month

As your body grows month by month in your pregnancy you will experience physical changes. Here is a quick guide to the nine months of pregnancy with belly pictures and descriptions.

Baby Shower Game for the Best Party

Looking for a great baby shower game to really make your baby shower fun? Try some of these baby shower games on for size!

It's a Boy! Ultrasound in Pregnancy

Ultrasound can be used to determine if your baby is a boy or a girl in pregnancy. Here are ultrasound images of baby boys.

Cesarean Section Birth Plans

When a cesarean section is necessary, there may be preferences that the family has for what happens at the birth. Writing some of these down can be helpful for the family, doctors and nurses. Do you have a cesarean birth plan?

Pregnancy Month by Month

Here is a quick tour of pregnancy month by month, looking at fetal development as your baby grows through ultrasound pictures and text describing the details. Watch your baby grow from conception to birth.

A Guy's Guide to Pregnancy in Guy Terms

A guy's guide to pregnancy is different. It has to be something that you can relate to, so just how big is your baby and when is it doing what? Impress mom-to-be with your pregnancy knowledge.

Ways to Welcome a New Baby

Having a new baby is great, it's something you want to share with lots of people. But it can also be tiring to have guests or visitors. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your baby's greeting.

2012 Readers' Choice Award Winners

A look at the 2012 Readers' Choice Award Winners in the Pregnancy and Childbirth Category.

Creative Ways to Reveal the Sex of Your Baby

Looking for a fun way to announce whether you're having a boy or girl? Here are a few ways to keep the suspense going with a big thrill at the end.

5 Things You Shouldn’t Tell Yourself When Pregnant

It can be really easy to fall into the trap of negativity when pregnant, but here are five things you shouldn't say to yourself when pregnant.

Rice Baby Shower Game

The rice baby shower game is a traditional game that is fun for all ages. It sounds easy, but it's actually quite difficult!

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