If you’re thinking about getting pregnant, a little bit of pre-pregnancy planning and education may help you. Read on to learn some common pre-pregnancy facts and myths. There is Nothing I Can Do Before to Prepare for Getting Pregnant Myth: Although some pregnancies are unplanned and there is no preparation, there are some things that…
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Reading is a great way to learn about health and our bodies. Check out these recommended books on female health. The female body is amazing and fascinating. We are stronger than we think. We can develop and give birth to a human being. We help maintain the circle of life. Being a female can sometimes…
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Being a first-time mom can be overwhelming and intimidating because you don’t always know what you’re doing and there is so much to learn. Going shopping for baby gear and supplies can boggle your mind if you don’t have another experienced person with you. There are many needed supplies for a baby and many more…
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The American Heart Association recently updated their key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health which they refer to as “Life’s Essential 8.” Keeping your heart healthy is important to decrease the risk of adverse cardiovascular events such as heart disease, stroke, and more. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart…
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According to an article on the U.S. News and World Report website, a new research study suggests that children with more exposure to nature in the first ten years of their lives helps improve lung function. The study included approximately 3,300 child participants. Each child took a lung function test. The researchers then studied how…
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Who knew a small plug that a baby sucks on could cause such a debate? There are some parents that are anti-pacifier and others who are pro-pacifier. Each person has their own opinions on the matter and the decision is yours if you want your child to have one or not. Let’s explore the pros…
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Most people enjoy a good quote. Reading, absorbing, and contemplating another person’s thoughts can be very influential on us. In some cases, a quote could be life-changing. A frequently asked interview question is “what quote or motto do you live by?”. People want to know what other people are thinking and what goes on in…
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PMS, we’ve all heard about it and some have experienced it but many do not know much about it. Don’t let all the jokes society has come up with that revolve around PMS make you brush it off, it is a real medical condition. Let’s break the stereotypes and dive into some common PMS questions.…
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Summer is here and for many families that will mean more grilling. Barbecue gatherings are a popular social option during the warm months. People love being able to cook outdoors and get to taste that grill flavor on their food. Unfortunately, not all common grilled foods are good for our health. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and…
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Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life but it can also be scary and overwhelming. This is especially true when it is your first pregnancy. You don’t know what to expect, your body is going through new changes, and there is so much to learn and do. It is common to get a…
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