pregnancy

Growing your family, one baby bump at a time. All about the ups and downs of nature's 9 month miracle.

Faith and Obedience: What Abraham and Isaac Teach About Trusting the Unthinkable
Faith When It Makes No Sense The story of Abraham and Isaac still asks the hardest question: Do you trust God even when you don’t understand Him?
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in Families
The War of Understanding: Why Men and Women Fight Differently
Men and women often see the same moment through different lenses. What one perceives as confrontation, the other experiences as connection. What one calls “silence,” the other calls “space.” Beneath nearly every conflict between men and women lies not hatred, but misinterpretation. The battlefield is rarely the issue itself. It is language, tone, and expectation.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast4 months ago in Families
Don't Cancel That Family Trip: Your Guide to a Safe and Joyful Petting Zoo Visit While Pregnant
I remember it so clearly. The sun was streaming through the kitchen window, my two-year-old was doing his happy dance by the back door, and the plan was set: a trip to the charming local farm and petting zoo. It was supposed to be a perfect day, a special adventure for our little family before we welcomed baby number two.
By PettingZoo.Fun4 months ago in Families
The Day I Held Their Hope
I still remember the silence after we signed the last paper. It was the kind of quiet that follows a monumental decision—the medical tests were done, the contracts were filed, and suddenly, the dream of becoming a surrogate wasn’t just a thought anymore.
By RSMCo4 months ago in Families
What is a Pregnancy Pillow and Why Pregnant Women Should Use it
Pregnancy is a happy time, but it can be hard on the body. Many future moms experience back pain, hip strain, swelling, and heartburn. Not only that, but sleep can also become unsatisfying. As a result, getting in and out of bed may feel like a chore.
By Harry Cmary4 months ago in Families
A Call to Mothers Who Refuse to Keep Carrying Mental Chaos Alone. AI-Generated.
This World Mental Health Day, The YANA Method isn’t launching just another wellness program. We’re calling on mothers who are done living in survival mode—women who are ready to reclaim calm, clarity, and connection as the new standard of motherhood.
By The Yana Method4 months ago in Families
The Day I Thought I’d Lose My Baby—And Found Hope Instead
I was 25 weeks pregnant when I went back for another anomaly scan. At 18 weeks, the first scan had flagged two soft markers: a smaller-than-normal skull size and a white spot on the baby’s heart. The doctors said it needed a follow-up at 25 weeks, so there I was, heart pounding, lying on that cold table again. The first time, the technician was quiet, moving the wand over my belly. When the doctor came in, he said, “The heart spot’s shrunk since 18 weeks and should fade by 33 weeks.” Relief hit me—until he added, “But the skull size is still two weeks behind the baby’s biometric age.” My stomach dropped. That word—“behind”—echoed in my head like a warning siren.
By zinat4 months ago in Families
Family
When reading Facebook, I came across my granddaughter’s post. She is a good writer. This is a sample of some of her humorous writing, even though I’m sure that was not what she was thinking or feeling at the time. I thought I would share it with you. It is about my great-grandson that she is expecting.
By Denise E Lindquist4 months ago in Families
Family Values on Paper: The Paid Maternity Leave Gap in America
Today, when politicians and public figures in the U.S. claim to uphold Christian values while showcasing women like Erika Kirk as symbolic leaders of pro-family organisations, it got me curious to look beyond appearances. According to Christianity (if I understand it right), the foundation of family are children. Christians see family as divine institution, foundational to society, intended for love, companionship, and procreation, and a primary place for spiritual nurture.
By Zaneta Intaite 4 months ago in Families
How to Manage Tailbone Pain a Year After Childbirth
Tailbone pain is quite prevalent postnatally, after delivery, and sometimes for a while after childbirth. Surprisingly, it is not a normal part of the postnatal phase, and you don’t have to bear it your entire life. The medical term for tailbone pain is coccydynia. This pain is generally felt on the tip of the tailbone and is caused when you simply sit down or sit for a long time. The sensation of the pain can be different based on what causes it. In this article, we will explain what tailbone pain is exactly, its cause, and how you can manage it.
By Lovemere Store4 months ago in Families
Motherhood: The Mess, the Magic and the Love That Never Ends
My pregnancy felt endless. I was uncomfortable and bloated from the start and every smell felt like a personal attack on my poor nose. Then came the growing belly, hips that kept slipping out of alignment and nights that turned into a cycle of waking up every thirty minutes just to pee. I wouldn’t call it a “glow” more like survival with snacks.
By Maria4 months ago in Families
Which Pregnancy Stage Is the Best to Use a Maternity Pillow?
Bringing a baby into the world is a big joy for any mother-to-be, but it can also be hard on your body, especially at night when you’re sleeping. Many moms-to-be feel aches, sore hips, a heavy belly, and stress, among a lot of other inconveniences. As a result of these problems, sleep can be tough. This is where a pregnancy pillow helps.
By Gabriella Browne4 months ago in Families