Monthly Archives: August 2011

Our Home Birth: Water Birth in BC

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Jocelyn

I had some complications with myself after the birth, but I still consider the birth one of the best moments of my life. I am so thankful that we have skilled midwives in our province. More so, I am thankful … Continue reading →

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May I Introduce… Keagan

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Jocelyn

August 24th @ 12:45 AM. Weighing in at 7 lbs 14 oz.

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Counting Down the Days

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Jocelyn

This is very much new territory for me… Being so close to my due date. My daughter was born at 37 weeks and 3 days so I’m getting pretty antsy even though I have five days remaining until my due … Continue reading →

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Nope, Sorry. Still Pregnant!

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Jocelyn

And I am perfectly fine with that! I had a really rough past couple of weeks, but now I am back to being comfortably uncomfortable and am more than willing to wait the full 42 weeks if need be. I … Continue reading →

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Coping with Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction (SPD, PDS)

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Jocelyn

I have found it a little disheartening the lack of information readily available out there for people suffering from pubic symphysis dysfunction. Other names surrounding this “condition” that may be beneficial to know include symphysis pubis dysfunction, symphysis pubis disorder, … Continue reading →

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37 Weeks… “Term”

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Jocelyn

Some people believe 37 weeks of pregnancy to be “term.” I believe this is due to the fact that babies born on or after 37 weeks are less likely to require breathing assistance since their alveoli have enough surfactant to … Continue reading →

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Wool Soaker :: Free Knitting Pattern

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Jocelyn

Saw that there aren’t any current projects for this one on ravelry and thought it needed some more love. I just casted it on and have thus far enjoyed following along… The pattern is written for a more novice knitter … Continue reading →

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Pubic Symphysis Trauma : My Exciting Life

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Jocelyn

I don’t want to sound like a negative nelly, but… Why do I always get myself into these situations? Seriously! I was having a lousy day, waking up early and thus being more nauseous than usual, had a good midwife … Continue reading →

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Making Money Online: Freelancer

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Jocelyn

If you have marketable skills, take note of FreeLancer.ca (also .com). This website helps you to find employers looking for people such as yourselves for small, medium, and large projects… Sometimes these projects will even lead to full time employment … Continue reading →

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Photography Books

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Jocelyn

For my birthday, per my request, I received a few photography books. I never heard of this one, but I received one titled “Your Baby in Pictures.” So far, it’s a pretty dumbed-down book which would be awesome for beginners. … Continue reading →

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