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Baby not crawling yet? What matters more than the calendar

Crawling is one of the few milestones that you can actually see other babies reach. At the playgroup or the park, it’s obvious who is on the move and who isn’t. If your baby is still happily sitting where you put them while others are zooming around, it’s completely natural to compare the two. Almost every parent does.Two babies can be at the same age, and neither one crawling, for very different reasons. For

Prenatal

Pregnancy rib pain: why your ribs hurt and what can actually help

There is sometimes a point in pregnancy when sitting stops being as restful as it once was. You lower yourself onto the couch because your back is tired, then immediately start rearranging your fortress of pillows, lifting one arm over your head and pulling your bra band away from the spot beneath your ribs that has been bothering you since lunch. Eventually you stand up again because, somehow, that is more comfortable.Rib pain during

Postpartum

Postpartum bowel problems: why it can be hard to poop after birth and what can help

The first bowel movements after birth can certainly be a nerve-wracking event, but a few practical changes can make them much easier while your body heals. In this article Is it normal to have trouble pooping after birth? Why is it hard to poop after having a baby? How long does it take to have your first bowel movement after birth? How to make your first poop after birth easier Hemorrhoids, fissures and stitches