As we wrap up 2019 and start thinking about our new year, it’s helpful to look back at some of the most popular blog posts from 2019. We hope you find this throwback helpful too! Below is the 5 best blog posts from 2019:

1. 10 Tips For Working While Pregnant

There are times when being pregnant can feel like a full-time job. This makes it especially difficult when you already work a full-time job on top of that. Don’t sweat! Here is a list of 10 tips that can help ease the process of working while pregnant. When you decide to start leaking your pregnancy news in your workplace, you should always start with your boss first. You want her to hear it from you and NOT from the office grapevine. While you can leave official talk related to maternity leave until later, it’s important to reassure your boss that your productivity will not be affected. Once you’ve told your boss, feel free to share the exciting news with as many or as few people as you wish…

 

 

 

2. What To Do When Your Pregnancy Wasn’t Planned

Facing an unplanned pregnancy can cause you to feel an abundance of emotions. An unplanned pregnancy may leave you feeling unsure as to what your next step of action should be. What are you going to do? Should you tell your friends and family? What are your options? Is there support available? So, whether you know the answer to all those questions, or if you are completely perplexed, it is important to understand that there are people here to help you. Below are three key concepts that are going to help you with your pregnancy and your mental health…

 

3. When Family and Friends Don’t Understand Adoption

When facing an unplanned pregnancy, there are many tough decisions to be made. No decision is right or wrong, you just need to research all your options and make the decision you believe is right for you and your baby. No matter what you decide, you may have family members and friends who are not as supportive as you would like. They may not understand your reasons or believe that you are making the wrong choice and may even try to pressure you to make a different decision. During this difficult and emotional time, it is important to surround yourself with people who are supportive of your choice so you can turn to them when you need them…

 

 

 

4. How to Relieve Swollen, Pregnant Feet & Ankles

Let’s address the most annoying, yet the most common symptom of pregnancy…the swollen feet and ankles. There are times during pregnancy when your fingers and toes may look like little sausages. Relax it is normal and unfortunately a part of the process. I’ll give you a glimpse of what’s going on to cause the swelling, as well as how to relieve it. For starters, if you’re pregnant and reading this, go ahead and kick your feet up. See that’s one step closer to relieving those swollen feet and ankles…

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. Suggested Questions Expecting Parents Should Ask Agencies When Considering Placing

Facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering adoption can be an emotional choice. Placing your child for adoption is a huge decision that has a lot of elements to it. There is plenty of room for questions and concerns. It’s okay to not know everything. There are people that are here to help you. Adoption agencies provide all the support and answers you need. Within this article, will be a list of suggested questions Expecting Parents should ask adoption agencies when considering placing their child for adoption…