The presence of fathers in the delivery room is a 20th century occurrence. Historically, the role of the father in pregnancy was that of a “sperm donor”. All deliveries, until the 20th Century, were taken place at home. From time immemorial lay midwives attended the parturient. Towards the middle of the 19th century physicians became part of the picture and, in part, displaced … [Read more...]
The Case of Little Charlie Gard ~Filling In the Blanks
Most of you have heard, read or seen on TV the saga of the little boy Charlie Gard, in England, and his parents fight for his life against all odds. Even the Vatican and the White House offered to help little Charlie, if possible. Charlie Gard, an 11 months old baby, was born with a very rare genetic disease known as Mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome (MDS or MDDS). There … [Read more...]
So God Made A Mother
Dedicated to our Mothers and their Mothers before them. Full Text Version And on the 6th day, God looked down on Adam in his planned paradise and said, "I need a nurturer." So God made a mother. God said, “I need someone who feels deeply and loves fiercely, whose tears flow just as abundantly as their laughter, whose heart is as … [Read more...]
When Should You Let Your Daughter Wear Makeup?
Girls as young as 3 or 4 years old may try experimenting with makeup, with or without the knowledge of their parents. While these experimental stages are a normal part of growing up, they are certainly worthy of being monitored. Consider the following when deciding when to let your daughter wear makeup. Pre-Adolescent Girls When girls reach pre-adolescent ages, … [Read more...]
How to Establish a Back to School Bedtime Routine
Making sure children get a good night’s rest can be an essential key to a successful school year. With a new school year on the horizon or started for many, you might be getting nervous about easing your child into a bedtime routine again. Making sure children get a good night’s rest can be an essential key to a successful school year, which is why we have … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Save Money on Back to School Clothes
Does the idea of back to school shopping have you seeing dollar signs? If so, don’t fret just yet! Building a back to school wardrobe doesn’t need to be expensive or overwhelming. With a little planning ahead and shopping savvy, you can get the clothing your children need at an affordable cost and in minimal time. Here are 7 ways to save money on back to school clothes and take … [Read more...]
3 Great Ways to Keep Your Children Busy Without an iPad
We've partnered with 4over4.com to share this awesome information. Most children born in the 21st century are overexposed to technology. They are highly proficient using iPads even before they can speak. A new study by Common Sense Media states that 38 percent of kids under the age of 2 are using tablets or smartphones before they can string a sentence … [Read more...]
Our World Before Birth
The evolution of our understanding the development of the baby prior to birth is a fascinating and ongoing story in obstetrics. It is fair to say that during the first half of the 20th century, the general consensus was that the pregnant uterus was protective and inviolable. What we knew about the fetus was minimal and much of it was wrong. The advent of the amniocentesis in … [Read more...]
Dr. Silvio Aladjem Answers Your Questions ~ August/2014
The doctor is in! Imperfect Women is partnering with Dr. Silvio Aladjem to bring you this column featuring Dr. Aladjem answering your questions of medical interest related to pregnancy. We are excited to bring you this feature and hope that you are able to benefit from it. Question from J. L. - I am 37 years old. My first pregnancy was years ago when I was 25 … [Read more...]
The Adoption Option
Most people know someone who was adopted--someone who has enjoyed a great life filled with opportunities. And, someone who is grateful to their biological parents for choosing what they believed was best for their baby. Still, it is not an easy choice. If you have recently discovered that you are pregnant and are not sure if you are ready for motherhood, there are a few … [Read more...]
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