Does Pumping Burn Calories? This Is a CRAZY Number!

Pumping milk does burn calories; however, how many calories are burned varies from mother to mother. Overall, the number of calories one can burn in a day is around 200-600. Burning calories while breastfeeding or pumping is completely normal and could even be healthy since it helps breastfeeding mothers maintain weight gain and loss. Contrary to popular belief, pumping breast milk and breastfeeding burn an equal number of calories. Nursing mothers usually burn around 500 calories every day, and breastfeeding

QUESTION: Can Warm Baths Help Dilate For Labor? What I Found

Pregnant women usually have of concerns regarding labor. One of these concerns is related to labor induction. This is the process in which contractions in the uterine wall are promoted in order to start labor. It can be done naturally or through medication. As a pregnant woman nearing the due date, you may often look up different ways to dilate yourself to jump-start labor. You must have come across many different methods, like exercise, nipple stimulation, acupuncture, and warm baths.

What Is Attachment Parenting? The 7 B’s Explained

Attachment parenting, also known as responsive parenting, is a parenting style that explains that babies have a positive development when they are given attention from their parents. Parenting styles are confusing for many people, and many parents constantly ask,’ What is attachment parenting?’ That will be answered here. Not just the basic principles, but we will also go a little deeper into other parenting styles too. The attachment parenting book has 7 B’s, which have seven different principles such as

I Asked, “Are Newborn Eyes Rolling Back Normal?” The Answer

Newborns have weak eye muscles as they are still learning to control their eyes. Baby’s eye-rolling and circular eye movements are actually healthy for them controlling their eye movements and, yes, also their eye rolls. However, an infant’s eye-rolling usually gets their parents worried, and you should know that is not necessary. Most babies roll their eyes to get the necessary muscle control to control their eyes. This is a completely normal developmental phenomenon. A baby can have abnormal eye

When Do You Start Showing Second Pregnancy? It’s So Early!

It is very common for mothers to start showing an early baby bump after their frist pregnancy. They can see their baby bump sooner, as early as 12-14 weeks, when pregnant with their second baby. The baby bump progression is much more visible during the second trimester if you’ve had more than one baby as compared to the second trimester of the first pregnancy. This early baby bump progression happens because after one pregnancy, your mid-abdominal muscles separate and never

When Does Pregnancy Start To Show – Chance Before 12 Weeks?

While it is different for every woman, it is highly unlikely that the baby bump will start to show earlier than 12 weeks. Usually, a baby bump shows up between 12 to 18 weeks. For some women, it can also be between 18 to 24 weeks. Week 16 to week 20 is when pregnant women start showing a pregnant belly. For women in their second pregnancy, the baby bump grows faster and so they can see the bump sooner. First-time moms have to wait a little longer than those who have had more than one baby.

Cornstarch for Diaper Rash Not Recommended, Here’s Why…

Being a parent, the comfort along with the health of your baby should be on the priority list. When diaper rashes strike, itchy, tender skin can cause distress for both you and your little one. In search of relief, many parents turn to the internet for advice on home treatment options. One remedy that is commonly suggested is using cornstarch for diaper rash to reduce friction and soothe the skin. However, it’s important to note that using cornstarch for diaper

Why Do Pregnant Women Crave Pickles? Mystery Finally Solved!

Pregnancy cravings are very common and, sometimes, even healthy. Among the most common pregnancy cravings are pickles. Pickle cravings are reported by many women, and a lot of them wonder why pregnant women crave pickles, and this will be answered here. Numerous factors, like hormones, an enhanced perception of scents, and nutrient imbalances, might be the reason behind pregnancy cravings. For pickles, it is usually said that they indicate low levels of sodium in the body. If not, then the

How Much Pressure Can a Pregnant Belly Take? Is the Baby Ok?

Your baby bump doesn’t only carries your baby but also many other things like amniotic fluid and body fat. If too much pressure is applied to the pregnant belly, you may feel pain. So, the question many pregnant women have asked, how much pressure can a pregnant belly take, will be discussed here. The snug cocoon that the baby is swimming around in and the rest of your stomach actually has a considerable amount of padding between them. However, your

Can Babies Have Maple Syrup? Yes & No, It Depends On This…

Figuring out what your baby can and cannot eat can be a daunting jungle to navigate as a first-time mom. When I became a mom, I used to question everything when it came to my baby’s food. Most mothers usually wait for 3-4 months before introducing solid foods to their babies and even longer to introduce maple syrup or anything sugary. Now, can babies have maple syrup? The answer to your question is: Maple syrup is usually safe for consumption

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