Bonding with your baby before birth is a wonderful experience for both of you. Not only this, but it is also a great way to enhance tour baby’s development.

Studies show that your baby will react to sounds and noises at around the 24 week mark. So, when you are around 3 months pregnant, you can start to interact with your baby and he will be able to interact with you.
Your baby will love one sound more than any others he may hear while in the womb, and that is your voice. He will hear your voice through the air as you speak. The sound will travel through your belly to your baby safely tucked up in your womb. He will also be able to feel the vibrations that come from your voice as you speak. You don’t have to speak loudly for your baby, because he can feel the vibrations, he will still be able to hear you softly talking.

Many women like to have their labor bags packed and ready to go early just in case! It is vital to get the right items in your labor bag ready for the big day so you are fully prepared and ready for any and all eventualities.
So, here is a list of what should be in your labor bag to make it easier for you to make time for you and your new baby.

Worrying about the pain that accompanies child birth is not uncommon. I doubt there is any woman who has been pregnant or who is pregnant, that hasn’t quivered at the thought of actually giving birth!

It is very tempting to go straight to the hospital as soon as you feel those first contractions. However, the later you can leave your trip to the hospital the better. There are many reasons why you should stay at home as long as possible, some of which are outlined below.

Preparing for your baby’s entrance into the world can sometimes feel like a huge military operation. You will probably already have your labor bag, your maternity notes and your plans ready to go. What else can you do to try and make your baby’s entrance go as smooth as can possibly be?