(Image by Ryan Moreno) Darkness surrounds you, except for a few twinkling lights. You’re weightless, your arms outstretched, palms to the sky. You close your eyes and give in to the calm, quiet water. There are no children calling your name. No lunches to be packed, no toys to put…
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One little grain could change everything. Whether you’re expecting your first child or your fifth, quinoa is a great way to add the nutrients your body–and your baby–need. During pregnancy, your nutritional needs are at an all time high. 1st and 2nd Trimester In the early months, taking in more…
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When I walked into my doctor’s office on May 9th, 2010, I expected to go through a routine stress test. At 35 weeks into my pregnancy, I was used to seeing my OBGYN and a perinatologist regularly, so I had plans to go to Babies ‘R Us to pick out…
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The first weeks of motherhood–with their constant breastfeeding struggles, sleepless nights, and unending diaper changes–can stress any mom out. That’s why Dr. Deanna Blanchard, MD, MPH and her colleagues have teamed up to help moms in a convenient and accessible place–the pediatrician’s office. “No matter how many book you’ve read,…
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