The first trimester of pregnancy consists of the time of conception up until the 14th week of pregnancy. During the first trimester the body undergoes many changes and there are many things a woman should watch out for. 1. Morning Sickness Morning sickness is something that occurs most frequently in the first trimester and resolves … Read more
“Image” According to expert recommendations from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, pregnant women are encouraged to do 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise per day, in the absence of either medical or obstetric complications. “Image” Check out the following 5 prenatal exercise that will get your blood pumping, staying healthy and feeling … Read more
You’ve just gotten the news: you are expecting twins. Congratulations! If you have ever been pregnant before, then you are going to be very surprised at how different it is to carry two. If this is your first time, then you are lucky, because you won’t realize how unfair a twin pregnancy really is on … Read more
Many women would describe learning about their pregnancy as one of the best feelings in the world. In the early weeks, very few symptoms are present, leaving room for you to feel overjoyed, excited, and ready to take on this new challenge. Some women experience very little symptoms throughout their pregnancy. However, for others, hormones … Read more
Preparing for the birth of your baby is a HUGE deal! There is so much that needs to be done, and you may feel like you are running out of time. So what needs to be done first? Do you need to buy pacifiers now, or pick out crib accessories first? If you have the … Read more
We’ve heard it all – you are what you eat. The links between your diet and stress, sleep, productivity at work, happiness and even sex, are well documented. What about food and fertility? Whether you are a man or a woman, if you’re thinking about or trying to conceive, now is the time to make … Read more
“Are you hoping for a boy or a girl?” This is one of the most common questions that every couple will hear when they are expecting a baby, or planning to try for a pregnancy. Most people will say that it doesn’t matter, but since the beginning of time, humans have always desired a little … Read more
Summer is here and if you’re pregnant that means a lot of changes, some you may not have even considered. Many summer activities will be off the menu like riding amusement park rides or water skiing, while others like swimming you will certainly enjoy more. However, one thing is certain and that is you will … Read more
“Image” Yes. We know. Having a miscarriage is probably one of the worst things that a woman will experience in her lifetime. It literally feels like you’ve had the wind sucked right out of your lungs. You go through the stages of physical healing, but often times our lives are so full that we don’t … Read more
So you just found out you’re pregnant. Congratulations! You may be feeling super excited, maybe even a bit scared or overwhelmed by all things you are just now realizing you don’t know about pregnancy and babies. It is time to get educated! As you do a quick search online or browse the shelves at your … Read more