Babymoons

Consider it your final fling before the teething ring.

Babymoons.

The concept, addressed in this Glamour blog post, refers to a couple's decision to take a big vacation together shortly before becoming parents.

The "babymoon" is more than just a cool Internet buzzword. Many of my pregnant friends have splurged on an extravagant vacation while preparing to earn the "mommy" label.

Outsiders -- read: jealous homebodies -- are often baffled by the concept. Shouldn't future parents spend their money on baby stuff? Are vacations really that fun if you can't drink and wear form-fitting apparel?

But I understand the babymoon's benefits. It's a welcome opportunity to get away and process the ways in which your life is about to change.

If nothing else, it promises a temporary break from a friend's daily requests to pat your growing stomach.

Share your babymoon experiences in the comments section.