Is Post Pregnancy Exercise a Baby Fat Eraser?
…a never-ending cycle of harmful weight loss that doesn’t last. There is hope, however. A healthy combination of nutrition and exercise can get you back to pre-baby weight in a…
The Art of the Circumcision
…pretty good. But Paul was the best. A year ago, Paul was tragically killed in a bicycle accident. I think of him every time I do a circumcision. Sometimes I…
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Oh Boy (or Girl)! A Party!
…a bright red tricycle or charming silhouettes of Mom and Dad on the invitations. You can get creative with vintage alphabet stacking blocks, spelling out the name of your new…
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Every Day is Father’s Day
…involves surrounding any and all television sets in the house with exercise equipment. My Schwinn Recumbent Cycle is the best piece of exercise equipment I own. The workout itself is…
GYN Symptoms to Bring to Your Doctor
…Bleeding that is not associated with a monthly cycle should be brought to a doctor’s attention immediately. While one shouldn’t stress about the worst case scenario, possible conditions that could…
Trying to Conceive: Your “Get-Pregnant” Checklist
…gums to bleed more often than usual during pregnancy, causing what’s known as pregnancy gingivitis. Get to know your cycle. Knowing when you ovulate will increase your chances of timing…
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Pregnancy Sleep: Are You Getting Enough ZZZs?
…most of your pregnancy sleep cycles, avoid caffeine after lunchtime, curb your liquid intake after dinner (to keep you from those frequent bathroom breaks), and make sure you’re getting plenty…
Early Labor Signs
…at least an hour. Lower Back Pain Some women experience lower back pain during early labor. The pain may feel like menstrual cramps or a dull ache and may come…
