High blood pressure, also called “hypertension”, can pose problems during pregnancy whether you had it before pregnancy or it’s new in pregnancy High blood…
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You may have heard that “eating for two” is a myth. So what’s the real story on healthy nutrition for pregnancy and breastfeeding? Good…
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This is one woman’s story of pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Toni Davis is a writer, actor, dancer, and yoga instructor who lives in…
One Woman’s Story of Being Pregnant and Working from Home During the Pandemic Pregnant women fortunate to work during the pandemic face specific challenges. …
Stay up-to-date. The situation with COVID-19 is changing constantly and so are policies and guidelines. Consult trusted sites, such as the resources listed below,…
We’re learning more every day about the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. Experts are monitoring the situation closely and updating recommendations when new information…
Alcohol is the leading cause of preventable birth defects. While pregnant, there is no safe amount of alcohol, no safe time to drink alcohol…
Keep healthy to boost fertility Trying to boost fertility? Studies show these 10 healthy practices can impact your body’s ability to get pregnant and…
What’s New with Safe Infant Sleep? As a nurse, I am all about prevention. The latest safe infant sleep recommendations are based on what…
Researchers use “crowd-sourcing” website to invite women to share what pregnancy is really like! For all that we know about pregnancy problems, we seem…
Opioids and pain killers can be addictive for you and your baby. Can you take pain killers in pregnancy? Nearly all moms question whether it’s…
Do you consider morning sickness is a pregnancy “rite of passage?” Here’s how to enjoy pregnancy when you’re not feeling well. It’s no secret…
Are you avoiding fish in pregnancy because of concerns about mercury or confusing advice? It’s time to cast a second look at seafood—especially since…
1 in 6 moms experience some form of depression during pregnancy. Before you even get pregnant, or if you’re pregnant now, here’s what you…
“Your daughter has full-blown fetal alcohol syndrome.” Those words hit me like a tsunami. I was drowning in waves of grief, disbelief, horror and…
You’re headed into the third trimester (weeks 28-40) of your pregnancy and wonder what changes to expect as you get closer to giving birth.…
Baby’s here and as you’re settling into nursing you feel cramping again—as if your body is still trying to labor. What’s up with that?…
Gestational diabetes is a form of high blood sugar that develops in pregnancy, and it can cause serious problems that put you and your…
Pregnancy may mean fewer migraines, not more If you suffer from migraines, you may actually experience fewer of them after becoming pregnant, particularly in…
B is for Bonding You didn’t wait for baby to be born to begin bonding. Was it with the positive pregnancy test or the…
Welcome to your second trimester—soon you’ll be halfway to term! During this trimester, your little one grows from the size of a peach to…
Take it from the dads of the 40 Weeks documentary, babies change everything! First comes love, then comes marriage… then come those two little…
Are your emotions, fears or concerns causing you stress or worry in your pregnancy? Having a baby is an emotional journey and expectant and…