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LJ -- I don't blame you for not wanting to venture out camping just yet. It's taking me 5 years to work up the nerve to take my boys :) Thanks so much for that helpful information. We do need a...

That can be a really tough situation and now that she has several cavities she may dislike them even more. Do you go to a dentist that is kid friendly, by this I mean is is a fun environment. If not,...

Welcome Jennifer and Maggie!!!

Jennifer congrats on your upcoming wedding. You will find a lot of great and helpful information here on the forums and also on the entire Pregnancy Birth and Beyond...

I agree with both Kate and LJ. We actually made the decision to have our boys circumcised but I totally respect and admire your decision to allow your son the opportunity to decide for himself...

I'm so glad to know I'm not the only one :)

When I was a child my family and I went camping every summer. I have some of my very best childhood memories from those trips. I also felt more free and connected with nature than I ever have in my...

Oh and LJ I think it's so cute that your son's newest word is cuddle! What a sweetie :)

I love this too! I have actually been horrible about keeping up with my boys' baby books. They will be 5 in May and I need to go back through and fill in the blanks that I have missed (and there are...

That is very interesting! It did mention in the article that it can help with postpartum depression. It's also wonderful if it helps increase milk supply.

It's so nice to hear from someone who has...

No. It is influenced by the maternial side and twins are a result of hyperovulation, where two eggs are released. So twins aren't hereditary - but hyperovulation can be. I go into more detail on the...

That was an interesting article. I didn't do anything with my placenta, I honestly didn't even look at it but I do like the last idea that is mentioned which is burying it and planting a tree or...

When I first became pregnant my doctor recommended that I do prenatal yoga as well. I was told that it helps keep you flexible and makes the birthing process easier (just like LJ mentioned). He did...

I have heard of this but thankfully didn't experience it myself. However, I'm interested to hear what those who have expeienced it have to say.

You're welcome! :)

Haha! I agree with getting nutrients elsewhere. It would have to have some pretty magnificent health benefits before I would consider :)

I used coco butter every single day and drank plenty of water. Even though I was pregnant with twins I did not receive even one stretch mark. I do however have stretchmarks on the sides of my legs...

Jocelyn,

I am very sorry that you are still suffering after your loss. I have known other women who had miscarriages and some - many years later - still grieve the loss of their little angels....

Hi Fran,

All children are different and potty training readiness can vary. Here is a great article that I read here on Pregnancy Birth and Beyond How to Toilet Train in Just One Day I tried to...

Hi Fran,

I would suggest developing a rountine to start sending her signals that it will soon be time for sleep. At night time I suggest gearing her toward bedtime an hour before you actually want...

I would think they would spread them out and in fact I would suggest that especially if she has had reactions to them in the past.

I know that I have waited on certain vaccines because of illness...

Welcome Chantelle!!!!!

How wonderfully exciting to be preparing for your your first home birth and it is great that your husband is so supportive and doing everything he can to learn more about...

Hi Fran! Welcome to the Pregnancy Birth and Beyond Forums.
Congrats on your baby girl! Children really are such a wonderful blessing :)

I look forward to reading your posts!

~Christie

Welcome Jocelyn!!! We are so happy thave you here and I look forward to reading your posts.

I am a mum to 4 (almost 5) year old twin boys. I have been an at-home mum since they were born and I run...

So I just got done reading an article; January Jones (from the American TV Show Mad Men) Eats Own Placenta: Healthy or Ick?

I wouldn't judge anyone's choices and if there were really great health...

Hi Charibelle,

I agree with what LJ said. A new addition is a huge adjustment, especially to a boy who has been any only child for 9 years. It is just going to take some getting used to and...