What to do first when you find out you're pregnant

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This lens is dedicated to Kate and Elvis, who after about a year of trying are going to be parents!!  (First and fourth, respectively.)  Best wishes for a safe and healthy pregnancy and baby.  I'm going to be an aunt!!

(AHEM, and just for the record *I* am not pregnant.)

OMG! How do I tell people I'm pregnant? 

Sure, they make it look easy on TV, but it's not quite that simple.
How to Tell Your Family You're Pregnant
Includes some really funny and creative ideas!
How to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant
This is always a challenge.
How to Tell the Father You're Pregnant
You might want to do that!!

Top Ten Things to Do When You Find Out You're Pregnant 

A fun little list I made up. ;)
  1. Stare at the stick for an hour and contemplate accusing your husband of doctoring it with a marker so he can get a day off.
  2. Call your best friend sixteen times, finally reaching her while she's shopping for fire ant bait at the local hardware store. Tell her she's going to be an aunt and let THAT sink in... (Can you tell I was shocked? As was the rest of the gardening aisle...)
  3. Call your dad and tell him he's going to be a grandfather. Act disgusted when he asks what breed it is and what you're going to name it.
  4. Collect all the baby books you got for Christmas. Sit on the living room floor, reading them and getting a head start on that pint of ice cream.
  5. Calculate the due date and decide to rebook your annual spring cruise.
  6. Start making lists of baby names you like and family names you feel obligated to keep.
  7. Go garage sale-ing for comfy clothes and cute baby accessories. Pick paint colors for nursery and make mental lists of cribs you like at Wal-Mart.
  8. Admire your profile in the mirror with varying degrees of pillow-pregnancy.
  9. Lug out the datebook and clear your schedule for all those prenatal visits.
  10. Cry. Then scream. Then cry some more. Then collapse in bed exhausted. Sleep well, you're going to need it. You're going to be a mommy!

Pregnancy Websites 

Get the 411 on the next nine months.
Pregnancy.org
Preconception, pregnancy, and early childhood. It's what they do best.
Pregnancy.About.com
All about the first nine months from your About.com Guide.
Parenting.iVillage.com
Pregnancy and parenting for today's moms.
I'm Pregnant Magazine
The magazine dedicated to pregnancy info.

Books on Pregnancy that Every Girl Needs 

The facts and funnies about being pregnant and what happens during those loooooong nine months.

What to Expect When You're Expecting, Third Edition

Amazon Price: (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth About Pregnancy and Childbirth

Amazon Price: $12.96 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Your Pregnancy Week By Week 5th Edition (Your Pregnancy Series)

Amazon Price: (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

The Pregnancy Journal: A Day-to-Day Guide to a Healthy and Happy Pregnancy

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

What to Expect When You're Expecting Pregnancy Organizer

Amazon Price: (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Guides for Fathers-To-Be 

Mom's-to-be aren't the only ones who go through pregnancy. Here are some books for dads too.

What To Expect When Your Wife Is Expanding

Amazon Price: (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

She's Having a Baby - and I'm Having a Breakdown

Amazon Price: $9.35 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Breathe: A Guy's Guide to Pregnancy

Amazon Price: $11.07 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Pregnancy Sucks For Men: What to Do When Your Miracle Makes You BOTH Miserable

Amazon Price: $10.36 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

The Everything Father-To-Be Book: A Survival Guide for Men (Everything Series)

Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Cool and Unique Pregnancy Finds 

You never know what you'll find on eBay.

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You can still Exercise Throughout your Pregnancy! 

Exercising Through Your Pregnancy

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Buff Moms-to-Be: The Complete Guide to Fitness for Expectant Mothers

Amazon Price: $11.48 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Fit Pregnancy for Dummies

Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Record your Pregnancy with Fabulous Baby Journals 

Baby Journal Blue

Price: 14.99 Buy Now

Baby Journal Pink

Price: 14.99 Buy Now

Baby Journal Yellow

Price: 14.99 Buy Now

Baby Journal Purple

Price: 14.99 Buy Now

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Calendars to Keep Track of Special Pregnancy Moments 

Maybe once you're done incubating you'll look back at your days of heartburn, morning sickness, and water retention and smile. Or not.
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Do you have a NAME picked out yet? 

The Baby Name Wizard: A Magical Method for Finding the Perfect Name for Your Baby

Amazon Price: $9.35 (as of 12/10/2009) Buy Now

Cool Names: for Babies

Amazon Price: (as of 12/10/2009) Buy Now

The Perfect Name: A Step-by-Step Guide to Naming Your Baby

Amazon Price: $11.01 (as of 12/10/2009) Buy Now

What Not to Name Your Baby

Amazon Price: (as of 12/10/2009) Buy Now

The Perfect Baby Name: Finding the Name that Sounds Just Right

Amazon Price: $20.00 (as of 12/10/2009) Buy Now

Magazines to Help you with Baby! 

Mother & Baby

Amazon Price: $91.04 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Prima Baby

Amazon Price: $57.00 (as of 12/11/2009) Buy Now

Get Ready to be a Parent! 

These are some of the great lenses you can find on Squidoo that will help you get the rest of your life in order.
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Cool Baby Clothes
After all, the kid has to have clothes! Dress your little munchkin in style.
Baby Gifts they're Guaranteed to Love
Direct your baby shower shoppers here with some ideas on what you're looking for.

Pregnancy Pictures 

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Pregnancy Video Snippets 

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Talk about Baby! 

Especially if you're a first time parent, many people find it consoling to talk to other parents about their pregnancy, preparation, and early childhood issues. Find the right group of people with this list of forums.
Pregnancy Forum
Choose from a few dozen categories of forums.
Pregnancy and Birth Forums
Talk about your pregnancy, ask questions, and share stories.
Pregnant Connection
PHPBB forums covering all areas of pregnancy and motherhood.
INCIID
Chat about fertility issues and pregnancy after treatments.
American Pregnancy
Support from conception through birth.

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