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- Strengthen Your Core for an Easier PregnancyOne way to ensure an easier pregnancy is to strengthen your core muscles before you get pregnant. Read more about why a core-strengthening workout is so important for moms-to-be.
- The Urge to Pee: What Does It Really Mean?We all know what it feels like - that ‘time to start looking for a bathroom’ feeling. We tend to take that ‘gotta pee’ feeling pretty serious. Just how serious is that urge really? Read on for educational information and some advice on controlling urges.
Can I Use a Tanning Booth While Pregnant?Many women enjoy the sun-kissed, bronze glow that tanning booths offer, even during winter weather. However, tanning during pregnancy may not be the best idea.
I Refused the Glucose Tolerance Test While PregnantThe glucose tolerance test is used to screen pregnant women for gestational diabetes. The test, however, is inaccurate and can have very unpleasant side effects.- What to Expect From Your First Postpartum PeriodJust how “back to normal” is your post-baby body? When will your first postpartum period arrive, and what should you expect when it does?
Do Certain Foods Improve Fertility?If you struggle with fertility, your first stop should definitely be your doctor. However, there are some foods that are said to help in bettering fertility.- Why I Decided Not to Become a Surrogate, Even Though I Love PregnancySurrogacy is an amazing and wonderful gift, however, the decision to become a surrogate is not one that should be taken lightly. There are many things a woman should consider before deciding to become a surrogate. I chose not to become a surrogate.
- Children in the Delivery Room?There is a growing trend towards allowing kids in the delivery room to witness the birth of their siblings. Is it a good thing or too much family togetherness?
- First Person: My Gluten-Free Diet During PregnancyFollowing a gluten-free diet made me feel great during my second pregnancy. My nutritionist helped me figure out how to create a healthy gluten-free diet that would be safe for my baby.
- 16 and No Period: What’s Wrong with Me?Late puberty and late period are connected, but why do some girls start their period at 10 and others don't start until they're nearly 18?
- Potential Health Problems of Early MenarcheThe average American girl has her menarche or first period around age 12. But now we're seeing girls as young as 7 or 8 getting their periods. What potential health problems could arise when a young girl experiences early menarche?
- 4 Surprising Tips for Losing Baby WeightYou already know about diet and exercise. Find out how these unlikely tips can help you shed postpartum pounds.
- High Risk Pregnancy: You've Been Labeled. Now What?In a high-risk pregnancy, both the mother-to-be and the unborn child can be at risk. However, learning about the causes and treatments can greatly improve the outcome.
Should You Be Eating Your Placenta?Eating the placenta seems to be the latest trend among celebrities and everyday people alike. Placenta eating has become so common that it has a name: placentophagia.- Recovering From a Planned C-Section During the First WeekA c-section delivery can be a shocking and beautiful experience. Here are several steps to help you heal while still being mother to your newborn.
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- First Person: Key Questions Couples Ask About Sex During PregnancyMy wife and I had three boys. One of the most difficult questions, at least initially, was that of having sex while pregnant. This what we found out.
- Preparing Children for a New SiblingHelping children prepare for a new addition
- First Person: Antepartum Depression; Symptoms, Triggers, Treatments and ChallengesHaving a wife who had antepartujm depression opened a door of unexpected information and challenges..
- Talk to Me: Asking Your Healthcare Provider Uncomfortable QuestionsTalking to your healthcare provider about sexual health concerns can be uncomfortable. However, it is important to be able to do so. Here are some tips to make it easier to bring up awkward questions and topics with your doctor or midwife.
- Health Problems of a Poorly Fitted BraAre you wearing the wrong size bra? If you are, you may be at risk for potential health problems.
- Infant Low Birth Weight Findings Show Need for Parenting ClassesThere is good news coming from a study published in the journal Pediatrics about very low birth weight infants. F rom 2000-2009, 1.9 percent fewer v ery low birth weight infants (weighing less than 1,500 grams at birth) died. However, there was another ve
- The Problems for Women when Drinking, Smoking and Using Drugs During PregnancyDoing anything to your body as a woman who is pregnant is dangerous. It is also dangerous before getting pregnant. This is a comprehensive report that sheds light on an important topic.
My Inspiring Experience with an Online Pregnancy CommunityWhen I got that coveted positive pregnancy test, I was welcomed with open arms into an online community that has developed into an indispensable support system.
Healthy Dieting During Pregnancy: How It's DoneA look at how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while pregnant including calorie intake and exercise.- First Person: How I Supported My Wife During PregnancyWhen my wife was pregnant there were a number of things I did that she later said helped her. In this article I share them with you.
- A Personal Story of DiGeorge SyndromeThis is the story of our child who proved to be our biggest challenge we never expected. She was born with a genetic disorder, and we discovered who we really were as a family.
- Pregnancy Dreams About Giving Birth to AnimalsMany pregnant women have dreams about giving birth to kittens, puppies, rabbits, frogs, and other animals. What do these dreams mean? Here are some thoughts.
- My Story of Being Young and PregnantI am eighteen years old, and five months pregnant. We are expecting a healthy baby boy, but being young and pregnant is not easy. These are the ways that I survive pregnancy.
