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Finding a childbirth class

Have you signed up for a childbirth class yet? A once-a-week class will teach you and your partner what to expect through the end of your pregnancy, how to be more comfortable during labor, and how your partner or labor companion can best support you. Some classes also cover baby care, breastfeeding, and infant CPR. Parents usually say that they learn a lot in their childbirth classes and make lasting friendships with other new parents. (more…)

When will your baby be born?

While it is still early in your pregnancy, you are probably already wondering when your baby’s birthday will be. A healthy full-term pregnancy lasts 38 to 42 weeks from conception. Your “due date” is simply 40 weeks from the date of your last period. Just 1 in 20 babies is actually born on the due date, although most arrive within two weeks before or after.

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