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…
A trial of labor after a previous cesarean can, in the right circumstances, bring the benefits of waiting for labor and vaginal birth for…
Your body has a lot of ways to let you know you’ve got a baby onboard. Nothing beats a pregnancy test when it comes…
Too many pregnancy pounds can lead to chubby children, experts say, who observed that women who gained too much in pregnancy were more likely…
Considering a babymoon getaway? Plan ahead with safety in mind! The best time to travel during pregnancy is between 14 and 30 weeks, when…
From the moment you saw those two pink lines, your heart was filled with joy and anticipation. But then comes another big decision: How…
Should Your NICU Baby Take Acid-Suppressing Medication? As many as 1 in 4 babies in the NICU may be receiving an acid-suppressing medication, and…
From morning sickness, to nausea, back pain, heartburn and constipation, we’ve got recommended alternative and homeopathic remedies for your top pregnancy complaints You’re eating clean, organic food,…
Here’s what tests you can expect when you’re expecting! Could your baby have Down syndrome? Are you developing gestational diabetes? Pregnancy tests can detect…
Your pregnant plate is all about optimal nutrition as baby grows! Your baby relies on you to provide the nutrition necessary for healthy growth…
Labor is messy business—and your nurses will cheer you on! It’s every woman’s most feared and most unspoken question: What if I poop during labor?…
Pregnancy is a time of extraordinary changes for your body. Taking control through exercise empowers you to feel stronger, be more capable. Pilates connects…
In most birth settings, just as soon as a baby is born the umbilical cord is clamped and a parent or nurse typically makes…
Do you count kicks to know your baby? Taking time each day to check in with your baby, assess his or her movements, and…
If you’re like many expectant moms, exercise during pregnancy seems like a scary, potentially dangerous activity. You may wonder ‘will I hurt my baby…
Do you know how marijuana can affect your pregnancy and your baby? Marijuana (cannabis) is the most commonly used substance in pregnancy, according to…
40 Weeks: Meet the cast Most movies about motherhood take a woman from bump to baby in the blink of an eye, amidst a…