Natural vs. Epidural: First Years

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What Are Some Good Books?

A.P. asks from Provo

I am 32 having my first child in May. I have decided to have an epidural and I would like to breast feed. Does anyone have any suggestions on reading material to know...

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A Question for All the Homebirth/natural Birth Moms

L.K. asks from Austin

So I know I am in the minority and the majority of mainstream mothers have one or all of the following- ultraounds at every prenatal visit, scheduled inductions, epid...

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Did You Take Birthing Classes?

K.S. asks from Charlotte

My husband and I are debating taking birthing classes. I have read a lot about the labor, delivery, and birth. I would love to hear from anyone that had a vaginal bi...

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What Do You Think About Home Births?

A.H. asks from Salt Lake City

im not really asking for advice im more curious on the opinion about this subject since its an interesting one. i have been having some conversations with a friend ab...

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Pregnant and 46

M.F. asks from Los Angeles

I just turned 46 and am pretty sure I am pregnant. I have been reading all I can on pregnancy at my age, and am trying to stay positive. I have a 13 year old and 10 y...

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Help! New Mom to Be Looking for Advice.

M.B. asks from Toledo

I'm looking for any advice and recommendations from all of you moms out there. This is our first child and I'm not sure which items I should buy or avoid. I'd particu...

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Seeking Freedom from Fear of Having Kids

D.W. asks from New York

I wanted to know if there are any women out there who are/were afraid of having children.

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Just Became New Mom and Lost My Mom to Lung Cancer

D.B. asks from Pittsfield

I am so lost, I feel as though I am in a fog since my mother past away on 4/27. I can't cope knowing that she will not see my baby grow up. Can anyone relate or shar...

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Seeking Thoughts from Christian Moms on the Role of Women in Church Leadership

G.W. asks from Dallas

Hi Ladies, On behalf of my husband, I am seeking the thoughts of the Christian women who are regular church attenders in Mamasource world :-) My husband is a deacon ...