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The Preg Veg: Little Signs

11/16/09

My due date is only three weeks away now, and in addition to last minute preparations for my baby’s arrival, I’m also preparing to be gone from work for 12 weeks so that I can get to know my little cherub.

This will undoubtedly be a special time for the entire family, as we all grow past the initial introductions into a sweet and lasting familiarity. One of our goals of the first few weeks is to learn what each cry from the baby means, so that we can successfully communicate (at least one way).

Although, this idea may seem silly to some, anyone who has had and cared for a pet knows what I mean. It’s really just a matter of paying attention enough to pick up the subtle differences in behavior to figure out what each cry is for, whether it be for hunger, attention, or something more serious.

For cues to look for and much more check out Understanding Your Baby’s Signals from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. It’s a great introduction to getting to know your baby, before he or she can talk.

—Gabrielle Harradine, Market Editor

Gabrielle Harradine is VT's Market Editor and, more recently, The Preg Veg. She's navigating the joys and challenges of her very first pregnancy, and she's blogging here about her efforts to keep it healthy, green, and vegetarian.

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