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Sleeping on your back for long stretches may impact circulation as your bump gets bigger — sleeping on your side is safest
Hypnobirthing uses techniques like breathwork and deep relaxation to encourage calm during labor and delivery
Science is mixed, but if you want to try stretching your perineum, here’s how to do it safely
The birthing process can take longer than you might expect, and plans can always change
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While it’s probably not your most fertile time, it is possible to get pregnant if you have unprotected sex during your period
Plan ahead, pack that bag, be attentive and be an advocate
Sympathetic pregnancy is real and can cause nausea, vomiting, weight gain, fatigue and other symptoms
Sitting, squatting and side-lying may provide a more comfortable labor and delivery
Everyone’s unique, and there’s no exact checklist of symptoms, but you may feel contractions, cramps and pelvic pressure
Staying up-to-date on vaccines encourages a healthy pregnancy, but not all vaccines are recommended when you’re pregnant
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