LaborKit.com Blog : Pregnancy

LaborKit.com makes donations to help new moms and babies in need

Theresa — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:49:00 GMT

Thank you to everyone who purchased a LaborKit in 2008. We are happy to be able to make donations ($2 for every LaborKit sold) to help new moms, babies and children in need. Please learn more about these programs by visiting the sites below.

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation seeks to prevent pediatric HIV infection and to eradicate pediatric AIDS through research, advocacy, and prevention and treatment programs.

Calgary Health Region's Best Beginning Program
Best Beginning is a Calgary Health Region program for pregnant teens and pregnant women living on a low income. Best Beginning is a free, voluntary, and confidential service. Best Beginning staff work with pregnant women and their families to have the healthiest baby possible.

Cherished photos of bellies and babies

Theresa — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:38:00 GMT

Some days I loved my growing belly and enjoyed all the kicks and hiccups that made it jump and shake. Other days it was more of a struggle to appreciate the bump that made it so I couldn't put on my own shoes or let me roll over comfortably in bed.

When I look back, I wish I had cherished that belly more. It’s really amazing that a little person is sharing your body and it’s equally amazing that your body will stretch and grow making the perfect home for your new baby.

I recently came across a photographer’s portfolio that specialized in pregnancy and newborn photos. It made me wish I had better photos – much better than a photo taken in my living room while proudly lifting my shirt to show my belly. Great photographers are able to somehow capture the love and fondness a pregnant woman has for her unborn baby and the pride in which she carries her new body.Women are so lucky to be able to experience pregnancy and all of the amazing changes that go along with it. You may look back with much more fondness about being pregnant once you are into the toddler years and wish you had professional photos of that special time in your lives – before you met but were forever bonded. If you can afford it, hire a professional photographer specializing in maternity and newborn photography to capture you during the last 4-6 weeks of your pregnancy. You'll never want to forget how beautiful and radiant you were when you are pregnant – even if you don’t feel that way now.

To see some beautiful maternity and newborn photos from Alana McClure, please visit www.alanamcclurephotography.com

Do 3D ultrasounds cause left-handedness in boys?

Theresa — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:51:00 GMT

Most moms have an ultrasound at some point for dates, check healthy development or if there are any concerns during their pregnancy. Recently 3D ultrasounds have become more and more popular for new parents to get a realistic 3D image of their unborn baby. The technology and photos are quite spectacular and YouTube has many you can view if you are interested. Some are promotions of the 3D company, others are proud parents wanting to show the world their baby. It can be a bonding experience for mom and dad and a treasured keepsake but do consider some pros and cons and follow the links for some important information.

PROS
"Recently, 4-D or dynamic 3-D scanners are in the market and the attraction of being able to look at the face and movements of your baby before birth was also enthusiastically reported in parenting and health magazines. This is thought to have an important catalytic effect for mothers to bond to their babies before birth. What are known as 're-assurance scans' and the rather misnamed 'entertainment scans' have quickly become popular." (http://www.ob-ultrasound.net/).

CONS
"...possible growth retardation, dyslexia, and delayed speech development... a higher rate of left-handedness among boys exposed to neonatal ultrasound has been observed in at least three separate studies. (http://www.askquestions.org/articles/ultrasound/).

LaborKit is a 2008 "Best Product for Parents"

Theresa — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:12:00 GMT

We are happy to announce that LaborKit is included in the Best Products Media Guide for Parents (September 2008) by ORCA Communications Unlimited, LLC. This Guide features 15 of the latest and greatest products for parents in the marketplace today. View the Guide!

We are proud to be listed among great products like BornFree Bottle, The Kiddyap©, mambino organics®, and the Mom Essentials Organizer.

Buy pregnancy tests in bulk

LaborKit — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:46:00 GMT

My sister-in-law first recommended buying pregnancy tests in bulk when I was trying to conceive and spent a small fortune on tests. Most tests cost between $8-18 depending on brand and technology. I could easily spend $50 per month especially if I was late and convinced I must be pregnant. There is a much more affordable way to go. You can buy in bulk at very, very affordable prices. Check out http://www.early-pregnancy-tests.com. Here are some prices. They are the same quality that your doctor uses. The test strips are least expensive and what most doctors use. Just remember to order the little cup that goes with it. You could use a small Tupperware dish too but the cup has a little holder for the strip and its only 95 cents.Pregnancy Tests - Test Strips PTS $0.92 each, 10/$8.50, 20/$16.00, 50/$36.50, 100/$65.00, 200/$100.00

Pregnancy Tests - Midstream Format PMT $2.25 each, 10/$19.50, 20/$38.00, 50/$92.50, 100/$180.00

They have free shipping on minimum orders and also have a ton of other products for pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility. Happy testing!
Theresa

Some relief of nausea with Preggie Pop Drops

DDriscoll — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:40:00 GMT

As many of you may know, nausea during pregnancy and labor can make an exciting experience miserable. The Deluxe and Standard Plus Laborkits include Preggie Pop Drops as an item in the kit. Preggie Pop Drops are hard sour candies that come in lemon, tangerine, raspberry and green apple flavors. These flavors are enjoyable and can assist in relieving nausea when it strikes. Often times nausea can be abaited with a small meal or drink, but because nausea can also make you feel sick to your stomach, you may not want any food at all. Many pregnant women agree that just the taste of something sour or salty helps soothe nausea, especially when they feel too ill to eat a snack or full meal.

During labor, Preggie Pop Drops can also be used (with the consent of your nurse or doctor) to help keep energy up and ease nausea, which unfortunately often creeps in due to the intensity of contractions or because of medications.

So when thinking about what essential items to have on hand while pregnant or getting ready to go to the hospital remember Laborkits are a great way to be prepared!

LaborKit Hospital Bag - Featured Product

LaborKit — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 21:16:00 GMT

Periodically we're going to feature a product and why its a great resource to have when delivering a baby.

Today, the featured product is the "Bringing Home Baby" dvd (approximately 71 minutes) that's included in each LaborKit.

Bringing Home Baby is a dvd designed specifically for new parents. Filled with baby care information from newborn to six months old, this dvd is a must have for any expectant parent.

This instructional video is a great addition to prenatal classes because you can take it home with you. Its like being able to bring the prenatal instructor back home with you after the classes are done.

Makers of Bringing Home Baby also make another dvd called "Yummy In My Tummy" which is an instructional video on how to best introduce solid foods to your baby, (approximately 48 minutes).

A bringing home baby dvd is included in every laborkit. Just one more reason why LaborKit is the perfect hospital bag!

Having A Baby Just Got A Little Easier

LaborKit — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:07:00 GMT

We're proud to announce LaborKit: a new product will all the necessary items to prepare woman for having a baby. Each laborkit comes with practical and thoughtful items to make the delivery process as comfortable as possible.

Whether you're a first time parent, or already have kids, a LaborKit will help prepare you for the big day.

Why LaborKit.com?

We save you money - buying these items would cost you well over 150.00 if you were to purchase it all in stores
We save you time - if you could find all these items, (some are only available to suppliers) it would take a significant amount of time to find it all
Prepared - you have enough to think about, why not let us pack your bags for you?
LaborKit.com provides the most comprehensive hospital bag, with the highest quality items, for the best price

Who would buy a LaborKit?

This is a perfect gift for someone to buy their pregnant loved one
A LaborKit makes a great shower gift
If you haven't received a LaborKit, its still OK to treat yourself to a very practical purchase!

If you have any questions, or comments, we'd love to hear from you.

Sincerely,

The LaborKit.com Team.