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It’s impossible to spoil a newborn with your love and attention – Find out why…

Whether it’s from a family member or a well-meaning neighbor, almost every new mommy has heard the same warning at some point or another: “If you keep picking up your baby every time she cries, you’re going to spoil her.” Or “Watch out — you can spoil a newborn by feeding her whenever she wants.” To those who say you pay too much attention — don’t pay them any attention (true for much of the unwanted baby advice you’ll be getting). The truth is, it’s impossible to spoil a newborn. That’s right, impossible! And the experts agree. Here’s what the research shows:

Newborns cry because they have basic needs — to be fed, held, comforted, and loved. (more…)

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Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase your risk for developing oral health problems like gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and periodontitis ( gum disease). As a result of varying hormone levels, between 50%-70% of women will develop gingivitis sometime during their pregnancy – a condition called pregnancy gingivitis.

The hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy – especially the increased level of progesterone – may make it easier for certain gingivitis-causing bacteria to grow as well as make gum tissue more sensitive to plaque and exaggerate the body’s response to the toxins (poisons) that result from plaque. In fact, if you already have significant gum disease, being pregnant may make it worse. (more…)

Sexual intimacy is a normal and healthy part of a committed relationship. Before pregnancy, you likely felt comfortable being intimate with your partner. Now that you’re pregnant, you may have questions or feel unsure about having sex with your partner.

There are lots of myths about sex and pregnancy, such as:

* Sex can be harmful or painful during pregnancy.
* Intercourse could hurt the baby.
* The baby somehow “knows” that sex is taking place. (more…)

These things are so universal, its amazing! Whether you are married to your partner or dating this guy you really like – the last thing you want to do, if you are wise, is to wreck the relationship because of some stupid habits that you should abandon romancing anyway. An interesting article by Brenda Della Casa for Glamour sheds light on how to rebuild your bond after a wrecking ball hits your relationship — and learn how to sidestep couple-killers in the future.

#1. Having an affair with his “potential”

Wanting your man to be the best version of himself is admirable, but approaching his looks and personality with “Extreme Makeover” ambition will do little more than erode his self-esteem and leave you both frustrated and resentful. (more…)