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My (Terrifying) First Visit with My Homebirth Midwives

In the middle of my relaxed first appointment with one of my midwives, I got some truly frightening news that may put an end to my plans for a homebirth.

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The Nuchal Translucency: Finally, Some News

On worrying in advance of the test, waiting for the test results, and trying to determine whether or not the test results might mean tough choices for us down the line.

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We Told Our Kids! (And They’ve Told Lots of Others…)

11w, 2d. My husband and I totally weren’t planning to break the news of this pregnancy to our kids just yet, but with two boys, ages 3 and 5, there’s lots of roughhousing going on in our house—and I felt like my belly was under siege from some pint-size ninjas.

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Baby Bump Debut (and Why It's Such a Relief)

11w,0d. I woke up yesterday morning with the remains of a sore throat... and a baby bump. Here’s why I’m delighted to actually look pregnant so early this time around…

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Pregnancy Complaint Department: Spider Veins

10w, 2d. Once upon a time, my legs were my favorite body part. Now they're just kind of a pain. Literally.

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Hello, Abby!: Ashley's Birth Story

Introducing Abby Kaitlyn. Born May 1, 2012 at 10:58 p.m. 18 inches long and 5 pounds, 8 ounces. A perfectly healthy little peanut. We are so blessed.

Hello, Abby!: Ashley's Birth Story

Girlfriends' Getaway: Pregnancy Edition

This past weekend I got to take a babymoon of sorts—but with my college girlfriends, not my husband.

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How Many Kids Are Right for Your Family?

Your partner wants two kids; you dream of a family basketball team (or vice versa). How do you reach a compromise on family size?

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Maternity Clothes... Already?

Being pregnant with a third baby seems to have prompted my body to jump right back into things. And by things, I mean maternity pants at only 6 weeks along.

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Can You Keep a Secret?

Shh! I’m pregnant. 

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Get Your Baby to Sleep the Whole Night

26 smart solutions to help you both catch some Zzzs