Denise Cortes

Denise is a native of Southern California. This Latina mom loves to share stories about life with a large family and how she made it through six pregnancies, four home births, extended breastfeeding and now, homeschooling. She also blogs about fun diy/craft projects, her four sons (16, 15, 13, & 11) and two daughters (8 & 9), as well as the creative spirit.

Sleeping Positions: Sleeping Pregnant Comfortably and Healthily

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Pregnancy Dreams An A-Z Guide to Pregnancy Dream Interpretation

It’s not always easy to get comfortable when you’re pregnant and trying to sleep. Learn which sleeping positions are healthier for you and your developing baby. During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through a plethora of changes. An ever-expanding abdomen, back pain, heartburn, insomnia, and shortness of breath can make getting enough rest a real … Read more about Sleeping Positions: Sleeping Pregnant Comfortably and Healthily

The Skinny Pregnancy: When Putting on Weight Is Easier Said than Done

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The Skinny Pregnancy: When Putting on Weight Is Easier Said than Done

Watching pregnant celebrities is the new national pastime. But for some women, it isn’t a fight to stay thin but rather a battle to put on weight. Approximately one in every four or five women gains an inadequate amount of weight during pregnancy, according to Dr. Toya Ellis, MD, fellow of the American College of … Read more about The Skinny Pregnancy: When Putting on Weight Is Easier Said than Done

Smart Maternity Clothes Shopping

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Smart Maternity Clothes Shopping

Are you dreading buying maternity clothes? You’ll actually be surprised at the choices available to you today. Are you dreading buying maternity clothes? No need to worry. You’ll actually be surprised at the choices available to you today. Believe it or not, shopping for maternity clothes can be both practical and enjoyable! Now that you’re … Read more about Smart Maternity Clothes Shopping

The Truth about Eating for Two

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The Truth about Eating for Two

Do you really need to eat twice as much food during your pregnancy? Of course not! In fact, maintaining a healthy, balanced diet is of utmost importance while expecting. Learn how to eat healthily and satisfy your and your baby’s nutrition needs. Pregnancy is a time of weight gain and weird food cravings—but just because … Read more about The Truth about Eating for Two

The Perfect “What to Eat When Pregnant” Diet

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The Perfect What to Eat When Pregnant Diet

Good nutrition is essential for your developing baby. Learn just what you should be eating over the next nine months. Pregnancy is a phenomenal yet normal physiological process that comes with some unique nutritional requirements. What you eat throughout your pregnancy really does matter, as you are eating not only to provide optimal nutrition for … Read more about The Perfect “What to Eat When Pregnant” Diet

How to Build a Strong Supply of Breast Milk

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Breastfeeding & pumping: Tips to keep milk supply going

Most new moms are unaware that many of the variables affecting breast milk supply are under their control. Author, nurse, and lactation consultant Stacey H. Rubin explains how to optimize your breastfeeding routines in her book The ABCs of Breastfeeding. Your body was made to nourish your baby. During pregnancy, your breasts prepare colostrum with the assumption that … Read more about How to Build a Strong Supply of Breast Milk

5 Baby Sleep Tactics – Teach your baby how to fall asleep and stay asleep

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7 baby sleep mistakes most parents make (and how to fix them)

What the bestsellers say about how to put Baby to bed and get him to sleep through the night. How do you unlock the mystery of good childhood sleep habits and teach your baby how to fall asleep and stay asleep? There are several schools of thought. Here’s what today’s bestselling authors on the subject have to say. The Five S’s From The … Read more about 5 Baby Sleep Tactics – Teach your baby how to fall asleep and stay asleep

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