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When Should You Review Your Insurance Policies?

The insurance policy that you bought, several years ago, might not be adequate today. If your life has changed, then so have your insurance needs. State Farm has some advice about five critical times to review your insurance. Reviewing your insurance policies may sound boring and tedious. This is probably why many people avoid it. Keep in mind that if your life has changed then your current insurance policies might be inadequate. In some cases, reviewing your policies can reveal that you are paying for more coverage than you need. You might find a way to save some money. State … Continue reading →

More Ways to Hurt Your Unborn Child

You don’t need to stroll down the baby book aisle at your local library or even Google “pregnancy concerns” to learn about all the ways you can harm your unborn child. Stress, unhealthy eating, excessive consumption of alcohol and spending too much time in a hot tub are huge no-nos for pregnant women. Now, women looking to add to their families can tack yet another risk to the ever-growing list: Working after the eighth month of pregnancy. According to a new study conducted by the University of Essex–which compiled research done in the UK and the US–women who continue to … Continue reading →

Insurance Blog Week in Review – May 6 -12, 2012

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Once a week, the Insurance Blog Week in Review gives you a brief description about everything that hit the blog in the past seven days. There could be anywhere between twelve and fourteen different blogs appearing in that amount of time. What did you miss? Here is your chance to “ketchup”. Oregon has Insurance for Growers of Medical Marijuana It is similar to a crop insurance policy. This specialty type of insurance is to provide some protection for people who are growing marijuana that is going to be used for medical purposes. It provides some finances to help if the … Continue reading →

Read Hartley’s Life With 3 Boys Blog Talks About SPD and More

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There are a whole lot of blogs on the internet that contain stories about the day in the life of a family. These are often referred to as “Mommy Blogs”, and can be both interesting as well as informative. Parents who have children with special needs will want to check out the blog called “Hartley’s Life With 3 Boys”. It describes what life is like raising a child who has a mixture of multiple special needs. Blogging about one’s family has become rather common. Often, these kinds of blogs are written by moms, and the usual content consists of journal … Continue reading →

When Should You Choose Your Birth Control?

If you’ve decided to wait to become sexually active until you’re married, and your wedding date is approaching, you may have questions about birth control. Many couples choose to wait a little while before starting their families. Perhaps they want to finish school, or get settled in their new homes—maybe they want time to get to know each other as husband and wife before they become mother and father. It may be that you aren’t sure if parenthood is right for you. Whatever your reasoning, you have questions, and they need to be answered. But when? The sooner the better. … Continue reading →

Choosing a Name: It’s a Tough Job

I think choosing your baby’s name is the hardest part of becoming a parent. When I was picking out paint colors for the nursery, I knew I could always repaint if I didn’t like it a few years down the road. When I was picking out a doctor, I knew I could always switch if he wasn’t the right fit. But when you are picking out a name for your child, the pressure is on because that name will stick with them for life. What if you choose a name you love but everyone at school makes fun of your … Continue reading →

Finding Support During Pregnancy

Pregnancy has the potential to be a very emotional and stressful time. There are so many things to learn, to prepare, to accomplish and to arrange. You must deal with your changing body, your changing wardrobe, your changing job situation and your changing family. Your stomach is growing, your appetite is growing, your wash load is growing and your wallet is shrinking. There has never been a more important time to surround yourself with positive support. Where I found support when I was pregnant: My mom(s): My mom and my mother-in-law were both so supportive during my pregnancy. They took … Continue reading →

Add a Little Pizzazz to Your Delivery Experience

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When my son was born, I packed the basics and didn’t think much beyond the toothpaste and underwear while throwing my hospital bag together. The next time around, however, I plan on going the extra mile by adding a little glamour. Anyone who has ever seen pictures of themselves after delivery knows how nice it would be to add a little sparkle to their tired face and the baggy hospital night gown, as well as the bland delivery room. First of all, I’m putting my sister on beauty duty. It will be her job to make sure my lips are … Continue reading →

Jailed for Pregnancy? Not Likely

By now you’ve likely heard about Maj. Gen. Anthony Cucolo’s policy in Iraq for pregnant soldiers. Last month he listed pregnancy as a reason for court-martialing soldiers, meaning female soldiers who become pregnant while on duty in Iraq are not only immediately sent home, which is already standard policy, but could face jail time. This morning he backed off, saying he would never actually jail a pregnant woman, but was trying to make a point. Seven soldiers have already been punished under the new policy, receiving letters of reprimand. First of all, I understand his reasoning to a point: when … Continue reading →

Pregnancy Will Make You Stronger?

There’s an interesting theory circulating the news and blogs this week. Professor Greg Whyte, a Professor of Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University recently stated that he believes pregnancy and childbirth can actually improve strength and joint mobility in women. Apparently scientists speculate that pregnancy hormones are performance enhancing for female athletes. Personally, I feel as though my abs have gotten a passport and left the country. I barely have enough stamina to get through the whole day without a nap. I definitely don’t feel any stronger. But, there is a list of female athletes who … Continue reading →