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The good news is, you're pregnant. The bad news is, you will probably feel sick for at least the first trimester. Morning sickness can happen throughout the day, and it can last throughout your...
Your first pregnancy is a big deal, and you want it to be perfect, and so many people throw a million different scares at you, that it is hard to enjoy any of it. Here is how to get through it,...
Okay, you're pregnant. Face it: You can't live it up in exactly the same ways you used to. But there still are plenty of ways to have a good time.
When you found out that you're pregnant, you're on top of the world, especially for first-time mother. Some are lucky with no symptom at all and some are miserable with all sorts of symptoms, even...
One of the harshest realities of the pregnant woman is how hard it is to find decent maternity clothes that are affordable, wear well, and make you feel good. A maternity budget of $200 can easily...
A fall during pregnancy can be very dangerous to your unborn baby. Here's what you need to know and do if you should fall during pregnancy.
Many women are concerned when they hear their hCG levels are supposed to double in 48 hours during the first trimester. What they don't always know is that hCG levels often double much slower and...
Due to a change in weight, balance and hormonal distribution, back pain becomes a daily discomfort for many pregnant women. A change in posture and some simple exercise techniques can help you...
Many people worry about whether sex during pregnancy is safe for the woman and the baby. In most cases, sex during pregnancy is perfectly fine, if you're feeling up to it. Some people's libido...
A miscarriage is when an embryo or fetus is not carried past the first trimester. Usually, the pregnant mother passes the embryo on her own through blood and uterine tissue. A missed miscarriage,...
Pregnancy naturally brings mixed emotions and fluctuating hormones. It can be a confusing time in many women's lives, especially if the pregnancy was unplanned. We sometimes worry about our...
The first trimester of pregnancy is definitely the hardest. our body is going through the biggest change it will ever go through, with life growing inside of you. It is an amazing experience, but...
In early pregnancy you may think gaining 25 lbs. is so much you'll be completely fine with weight gain during pregnancy. But, even in the first trimester it can easily get out of hand, then onto...
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the increased number of multiple births is a result of more women conceiving with the help of fertility treatments and becoming...
Yoga is a great way to stay in shape during pregnancy. It helps keep you flexible and toned and it improves balance and circulation. A special benefit of yoga for pregnancy is that it helps you...
Abortion is safe and legal in the United States and can be performed in many clinics and medical offices across the country. For a safe and legal abortion, there are several ways that the...
You spent all your time trying to get pregnant or dreaming about what getting pregnant would be like. Now here you are, pregnant and on the long countdown to your baby's arrival. Here are some...
So you're chugging (or crawling) along in your first pregnancy. Congratulations! This article will help you wade through the myriad of thoughts, feelings, aches, pains, and changes you'll go...
In just 38 weeks, two tiny cells develop into a complete human baby. The baby's growth during this time is the fastest growth that he will ever have during his lifetime. This growth occurs during...
Having sex during pregnancy is healthiest during the second trimester and at the end of the third trimester. Have sexual intercourse during pregnancy with tips from a gynecologist and obstetrician...
When a you are pregnant, you need to take several precautions when exercising. Your heart rate cannot get up too high, you cannot do any jumping or bouncing exercises such as plyometrics and you...
Any woman experiencing a healthy pregnancy or who has their obstetrician's approval to exercise, should give a regular practice of prenatal yoga a try. Yoga during pregnancy can ease the stress...
Every trimester in pregnancy brings new symptoms and changes along with the various hormones created to sustain and grow a healthy baby. In the third trimester, problems with yeast infections can...
Pregnancy is normally a time of great celebration, both of the upcoming new child and the mother's growing belly. Sometimes, you just don't want to tell the world that you are expecting a child....
Pregnancy is an exciting time for parents-to-be. As a woman's body changes and grows, inside there's a predictable, yet fascinating, chain of events that take an egg and a sperm from madly...
The first trimester and its accompanying morning sickness can be a huge challenge. As it is often one of the first symptoms experienced and can last all day (despite the deceiving label) it leaves...
Pregnancy is an extremely exciting time in a woman's life. However, it is also full of uncomfortable times. The first trimester is the first 12 to 13 weeks of pregnancy, that begins at...
The second trimester is the time between weeks 12 to 25, or 13 to 26, depending on a specific doctor's calendar. The second trimester is when mothers feel the baby's first kicks and movements, and...
The third trimester of pregnancy is the most uncomfortable. Aches and pains appear in places that they have never been before, swelling occurs, balance is off and the stomach is giant. However,...
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a pregnancy-related condition that affects about 1 percent of pregnant women. Symptoms of HG include severe nausea, vomiting, extreme weight loss and a general...
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication, also called toxemia, which occurs when a pregnant woman's blood pressure becomes dangerously high. She will also experience severe swelling in her limbs...
An incompetent cervix is a rare complication of pregnancy that often occurs in the second trimester. One out of 100 pregnancies are affected by an incompetent cervix, which is defined as the...
When you're eating for two, some of your favorite dishes are off-limits. Alcohol, caffeine, sushi, brie cheese, junk food, certain fishes--even deli meat--are all associated with some risk. But...
Pregnancy takes its toll on your body and emotions. Many woman want to get the baby out so bad so they can get back to being "normal", they often forget to enjoy this part of your life.
Everything changes while you're pregnant. Doctors have new ways to do everything! Even Sleep!
About half of the women in the U.S. are plus size. Many plus size women worry about whether they can have a healthy pregnancy with no complications. It is very possible with careful planning and...
Paxil is an antidepressant frequently prescribed for a variety of conditions, which includes depression and anxiety disorders. There are many precautions and side effects to consider when taking...
Getting ready for twins takes a little more advanced planning then getting ready for one baby. Everything is doubled: strollers, car seats, clothing and feeding. It's important to think ahead when...
The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting, fun and still adventurous under the appropriate conditions. I made sure to take advantage of traveling as a pair and with proper care would highly...
Not only is the second trimester the time you may feel the most energized and comfortable, but it is the ideal time to take a vacation with those you love. You will be able to enjoy many...
Pregnancy, even in the third and final trimester, is not a ban for traveling. Many pregnant women may still be able to enjoy a final trip before embarking on parenthood by following a few simple...
Pregnancy is a time of excitement, a time of happiness and a busy time of preparation for a new life in your home. You may wonder, then, with all this excitement, why you feel so tired. Fatigue in...
Each woman is going to experience diverse symptoms when she becomes pregnant. Pregnancy is separated into three trimesters which each last approximately three months. Your body and your fetus are...
The best thing about maternity bras is that they are improving all the time. Maternity wear is a multi-million dollar industry with many companies vying for your business. With this in mind,...
It's your third trimester, and now it's time to think about your breastfeeding bra. There are lots of options, but you want to be sure you're going to purchase the bra that is easiest to use and...
Swimming is the perfect prenatal exercise because it allows you to get an intense cardiovascular workout without impacting your joints. When you swim you use every major muscle in your body for a...
Surprise, you’re pregnant! Whether it’s planned or not, pregnancies are bound to come as a shock to at least one person in your life. And oftentimes, that someone is your boss. Here’s how to break...
In yoga, the camel pose (also known as ustrasana) is a helpful backbend that can open up your whole body. For prenatal women, however, the camel pose is simplified so as to not strain the belly....
The camel child's pose actually combines two poses--the back-bending camel, and the forward-bending child. For prenatal women, however, the camel pose is simplified so as to not strain the belly....
Yoga is a well-known regime of exercises (described as postures) that massage the different internal and external organs of the body to optimize their function. The rishis (holy men in Hindi) say...