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IN EVERY ISSUE 6 MOM TO MOM-TO-BE 8 LITTLE BITS 10 BABY LOVE 27 RESOURCE DIRECTORY 32 BELLY LAUGHS 34 BABY FACES
Cover baby Madison is eight-and-a-half months old. She loves to smile and laugh, and her favorite “toys” are her own feet and her daddy’s hair! She also enjoys spending time in her bouncer.
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12 BEYOND THE GLOW: NAVIGATING AMBIVALENT FEELINGS Embracing ambivalent pregnancy feelings and navigating anxiety, guilt, and societal expectations. 16 FACING ANXIETY BEFORE AND AFTER BIRTH Understanding, managing, and seeking support for perinatal mental health. 18 NAVIGATING YOUR FIRST PREGNANCY WITH DIABETES Discovering expert guidance, real stories, and tips for healthy management. 22 POSTPARTUM BODY POSITIVITY Navigating identity, body changes, and mental health while building confidence and self-compassion.
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DIY BABY SHOWER FUN Easy games and crafts for shower entertainment.
HOSPITAL BAG ESSENTIALS Stress-free checklist for moms-to-be.
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