Who would have ever imagined a large exercise-like ball shaped like a peanut would become an essential tool in helping your labor progress? If…
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Breathing is arguably the most important thing you’ll do today. And if you’re pregnant, a healthy set of lungs is critical to make sure…
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Consider These Classes During Pregnancy Planning to add a tiny new member to the family? Here’s an overview of the different types of classes…
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Breastfeeding Success In The Early Days: A rewarding and challenging experience awaits! You have decided to breastfeed, congratulations, this article will set you on…
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…
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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…
Pain Killers in Pregnancy Opioids and pain killers can be addictive for you and your baby. Can you take pain killers in pregnancy? Nearly all…
How to Cope with Morning Sickness Do you consider morning sickness is a pregnancy “rite of passage?” Here’s how to enjoy pregnancy when you’re…
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.…