40 Exciting At-Home Activities for Pregnancy | Mother Rising
Whether you are a homebody by nature or just looking for a diverting activity to keep things fresh, these 40 at-home activities for pregnancy will keep the mind, body, and …
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How to Manage Anxiety During Pregnancy, Naturally | Mother Rising
Anxiety during pregnancy can manifest itself in many ways – headaches, fatigue, poor appetite/diet, lack of sleep, irritability, etc. During pregnancy we should strive for peace in our minds, bodies, …
The Best of Mother Rising, 2019 Edition | Mother Rising
Apparently 2019 is over and 2020 is moving forward at a furious pace. Before we forget, let’s reflect on 2019 – Mother Rising style. Curious about what other Mother Rising …
How to Progress Prodromal Labor ASAP | Mother Rising
The following are helpful tips and tricks on how to progress prodromal labor, a frustrating and exhausting end of pregnancy phenomenon, as soon as possible. Of course, if you’re experiencing …
What’s the Best Birthing Ball Size for Me? | Mother Rising
A birthing ball is an exercise ball that helps ease pregnancy symptoms, but can also encourage a less painful more straightforward birth. However, not every woman will use the same …
What Does It Feel like When Your Water Breaks? | Mother Rising
Being pregnant is a fascinating, strange, and awesome experience that comes with a long list of new bodily sensations. One bodily sensation in particular, the amniotic sac rupturing, has many …
First Stage of Labor 101 for the First Time Parent | Mother Rising
The first stage of labor is the longest stage and everything that happens before pushing, birth, and the placenta. Because it’s so long and varied, the first stage of labor …
Early Labor: How to Identify It and What to Do | Mother Rising
Early labor is the beginning of the first stage of labor, the longest part of the birthing process. Early labor is a combination of end of pregnancy symptoms mixed with …
What Does a Mucus Plug Look Like? | Mother Rising
A mucus plug is mucus that grows in the cervix during pregnancy that acts as an additional protective barrier between baby and the outside elements. Some unsuspecting parents discover what …
30 Quick, Powerful Bible Verses for Pregnancy and Beyond | Mother Rising
Pregnancy and childbirth are a rollercoaster ride into becoming a parent, even for the most prepared. I think God uses experiences like pregnancy to deepen our walk with him, increase …
A Simple, Powerful Prayer for Pregnancy | Mother Rising
Pregnancy can be a sweet time for growing a baby, but also growing closer to our creator. Prayer, or talking to God, is a simple way to turn our hearts …
How Far Apart Should Contractions Be Before Going to the Hospital?
When planning for their hospital birth, many parents want to know how far apart should contractions be before going to the hospital. Dads want to know so they don’t accidentally …