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Planning

Everything for the planning stage, from body and feeding to sleep and development. Written mom to mom, easy to read and practical.

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PlanningGetting ready for a baby: a guide for Thai moms, from health checks to money to your heart (you don't need to be 100% ready to start)Preparing for pregnancy: what to do 3 months before, checkups for both of you, thalassemia screening, folic acid, rubella vaccine, lifestyle, Social Security benefits, feelings, and when to see a doctor.Full Guide11 min

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Having a baby this year? Check your Social Security first: how many months you need to pay in to use birth benefits (in case you just changed jobs)Money & Rights6 min

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Are we ready for a baby? Questions to talk through with your partner that aren't only about savingsMental Health6 min

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Thalassemia screening before having a baby: why the doctor wants dad's blood too, even though you're both healthyBody & Health6 min

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Folic acid: why doctors want you to take it "before" you know you're pregnant, and what to do if you started lateFeeding6 min

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Health checkup before having a baby: the tests OB-GYNs want you to do "before" you see two lines (some are for men too)Body & Health7 min