Healthy Eating During Pregnancy: The Ultimate Guide to Proper Nutrition for You and Your Baby

Eating for two during pregnancy isn’t just about more food—it’s about the right nutrition. Learn how to build a healthy pregnancy diet with essential nutrients, whole foods, and proper hydration for you and your baby.

Preconception Weight and Risk of Childhood Obesity

New research shows that a woman’s pre-pregnancy preconception weight is a better indicator of whether her child will be overweight or obese than her weight during pregnancy is.

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My husband & I have been trying to conceive for 3

Three Fall Foods Are More Nutritious Than You May Think

From golden to red hues and sweet to tart flavors, apples can please almost any palate. Apples are full of antioxidants which are linked to the prevention and control of gestational diabetes.

Tips for Altering Your Baby’s Sleep Cycle

When you finally bring baby home and fall into a routine, you might notice that his or her cycle seems a bit off. In the womb, babies usually sleep during the day while their mothers are active and wake up at night when their mothers are sleeping.

A Father’s Touch Will Warm Your Baby

When my sister had her first child, I was so excited to help care for her, especially since my husband and I weren’t quite to the kid stage yet. I found it very difficult though, when my niece cried.

Is Pumpkin Spice Safe During Pregnancy?

Pumpkin has a range of health benefits but what about pumpkin spice?

How Important is Protein during Your Pregnancy?

Getting enough protein is vital to your baby’s growth, especially in the second two trimesters when his or her growth will be rapid. If you’re pregnant, you should make sure you consume approximately 75 grams of protein every day.

Are Pets Safe around a Newborn?

While you’re going through your house late in your pregnancy covering all of the light sockets and securing the cabinet doors shut, you might be forgetting a major part of the baby-proofing process.

1st day of acupunture

So you give anything a try right ? Being a sceptic and yet still open minded I went for my first consult and treatment of acupuncture today.

Act Like It's Not Your First Pregnancy

Most parents having their second child have a completely different attitude towards the experience than parents expecting their first.

What You Need to Know about Placental Abruption

Many serious complications in pregnancy are extremely rare, but it’s important that you learn the signs and symptoms of them so that you know when to immediately contact your doctor.

Pregnancy and Hematoma Concerns

A hematoma is a collection of blood under the surface of the skin. Most often referred to as a bruise, hematomas are generally considered safe when they appear on the skin, referred to medically as a subdermal hematoma.

Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

There are many bodily changes that take place during pregnancy but there is one that is especially troublesome to most: hemorrhoids.

Getting Enough Calcium for Your Growing Baby

Pregnancy is the beginning of a beautiful time in your life but it’s very important to take care of yourself and eat properly so that your baby gets the right amount of nutrients required for norma

Dental Hygiene Is Even More Important During Pregnancy

Whether you are trying to get pregnant or you are already pregnant: Good dental hygiene is important and regular cleaning and check-ups are essential for dental health.

This is the Reality of a Twin Pregnancy All Women Should See

At 24 weeks gestation I was in labor and in the hospital taking prescription medications to stop labor.

Should You Use a Bath Seat for Your Baby?

Sitting up is one of the first major milestones in your baby’s life. Once he or she can sit up and look around, your baby will have the opportunity to get a good look at the world around them.

Is Your Baby Getting Enough Sleep?

For some new moms, the phrase “sleeping like a baby” will suddenly seem like a cruel joke. Many babies seem to resist sleep and wake up at every opportunity they get.

Do Fertility Therapies Cause Autism?

If you are pregnant or planning on having a baby in the near future, autism is likely a major concern of yours. Since its cause is unknown, many statements exist claiming different methods of prevention.

Fears About Living as Less Than a Woman

About 4 years ago, I underwent a total abdominal hysterectomy.

Will You Need Vaccinations after Delivery?

In addition to the examinations your doctor will give your baby, you might need some medical attention as well. Most notably, you might need immunizations.

Gaining too much or too little weight during pregnancy

Weight gain is a natural part of pregnancy, but how do you know if you are gaining the right amount of weight?

Signs and Symptoms of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma

With almost 80% of new cancer cases being invasive ductal carcinomas, it is the most common form of breast cancer. Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) is also sometimes referred to as infiltrating ductal carcinoma.

How to make sure you need to go for fertility treatment

If you have been trying to get pregnant for a long time without any success, then it is a possibility that you need to go for a fertility treatment.