During Your Pregnancy

When you're pregnant, your whole body changes. We're here to help you understand what to expect during pregnancy and how to alleviate the aches & pains.... naturally. New moms will answer your questions about weight gain during pregnancy, things that are safe to eat/drink/do while you're pregnant, unusual skin issues, and a whole lot more. We'll guide you through the entire 9 months of your pregnancy. From your first trimester to the third trimester... we've got you covered!

5 Fun Tricks To Make Your Baby Kick When You’re Pregnant

Feeling your baby kicking inside you is one of the awesome rewards of being pregnant. Here are 5 ways you can get the baby moving — so your husband or kids can feel the baby kick, too! Plus, how to count fetal movements, why fetal kicks matter, and what to do if you don’t feel your baby kicking or moving.

One Mom’s Helpful Advice For An Organic Pregnancy… On A Budget

Whether you have issues with regular (traditional) pregnancy products or not, there’s just something special about wanting to protect your baby’s health and pureness from conception to birth. I’ve got some great suggestions for you… that helped me when I was pregnant and looking for organic pregnancy products on a budget. See which ingredients in foods & beauty products are safe to use during pregnancy.

Pregnancy Leg Cramps 101: How To Prevent Leg Cramps During Pregnancy + How To Get Leg Cramp Relief Fast!

Leg cramps can be excruciatingly painful. They’re one of the most common side effects of pregnancy. Here are 10 ways to prevent pregnancy leg cramps. Plus, 5 ways to get leg cramp relief quickly once the cramping starts. Try these easy home remedies, pregnancy stretches, and simple diet changes.

8 Ways To Determine Your Baby’s Position In The Womb Right Now

As your pregnancy progresses, it becomes easier to determine the different baby positions your little one is enjoying inside the womb. Here are the most common signs that indicate your baby’s fetal position at any given moment. Yes, you can look for these yourself to determine your baby’s position right now!

The Best Summer Pregnancy Tips: A Mom Of 3 Shares Some Clever Ways To Beat The Heat When You’re Pregnant

When you have a summer pregnancy like I did, you have to find some creative ways to beat the heat. When you’re pregnant, you feel hotter than other people — and your baby feels even hotter than you do! Here are more than 30 fun ways to stay cool during the hot summer months when you’re expecting.

Pregnancy & Allergies: A Mom Shares The Best Natural Ways To Fight Allergies During Pregnancy

Pregnancy & allergies seem to go hand in hand. During my pregnancy, I had a stuffy nose all the time and excruciating headaches, too. Natural remedies are better than over-the-counter medications when you’re pregnant — so here’s a list of natural remedies to help you manage spring allergies during pregnancy.

When To Announce Pregnancy: What’s Too Early To Start Telling People You’re Pregnant?

Deciding when to start announcing pregnancy isn’t always easy. I had very different experiences with my first pregnancy, compared to my second and third pregnancies. Here are my best tips – reasons to tell everyone right away, and reasons to wait a little longer. Plus, how to tell work you’re pregnant

High Risk Pregnancy Factors + A Mom’s Best Tips To Help You Get Through A High Risk Pregnancy

Having a high risk pregnancy doesn’t mean something bad is going to happen. It just means that one or more high risk pregnancy factors exist. You and your baby will benefit from the extra attention!

What To Do When Prenatal Vitamins Make You Sick – My Doctor’s Recommendation

What do you do when prenatal vitamins make you sick and vomit? Here’s what happened to me, when I tried prescription prenatal vitamins PreNate, then an expensive organic prenatal vitamin capsule. Also includes tips for taking prenatal vitamins so that they don’t make your stomach upset.

Scary Facts About Pregnancy: 15 Things About Being Pregnant That Are Not Attractive… And May Just Drive You Crazy!

We usually hear about the sweet & rosy things associated with pregnancy. Here are some of the lesser known facts about pregnancy & what happens to your body

Third Trimester Pregnancy Issues: The 3rd Trimester Struggle Is Real, My Friends!

By the time I was in my third trimester, I was so tired of being pregnant. See how I dealt with the pain, hunger, anxiety, guilt & fear in my 3rd trimester.

Ways To Cope With Activity Restrictions And Bed Rest During Pregnancy

If your doctor prescribes bed rest during pregnancy (like mine did), here’s my best advice to help you get through it – what you should do AND shouldn’t do!

How To Deal With Baby Gender Disappointment… What If The Baby’s Sex Isn’t What You Had Hoped?

Some women are sad when they first learn the sex of their baby. I was. Here’s how I dealt with baby gender disappointment. Hopefully my tips will help you too

Pregnancy Home Remedies: How To Deal With Your Pregnancy Pain Naturally

Tired of dealing with pregnancy pain? Here are some pregnancy home remedies that I used to get comfort from my own pregnancy pains. They’ll work for you too

6 Popular Pregnancy Myths Debunked

Pregnant? Here’s what you need to know about cats, stretch marks, taking baths, prenatal vitamins, and eating fish. Don’t believe the pregnancy myths!

Pregnancy Cravings: A Mom Shares 6 Easy Ways She Fought Unhealthy Food Cravings

Pregnancy cravings often center around junk foods & sweet snacks. Here’s how to stay strong when the pregnancy food cravings strike!

First Trimester Pregnancy Pains: Mom Of 3 Talks About Pain During Pregnancy

Pains during pregnancy are common in the 1st trimester – as your body adjusts to the new life growing inside. 5 pregnancy pains you’re likely to experience.

A Mom Shares 5 Morning Sickness Myths You Shouldn’t Believe If You’re Experiencing Nausea During Pregnancy

If you’re pregnant, chances are you will experience morning sickness – over 80% of women do. Here are 5 things you should know about nausea during pregnancy

The Frustrations Of Having Gestational Diabetes (…And Making Sense Of The Gestational Diabetes Diet)

Having gestational diabetes means you have to change the way you think, eat, and live. The Gestational Diabetes Diet dictates what you eat and when you eat.

Glucose Test For Gestational Diabetes: What Happens When You Fail The Glucose Tolerance Test?

Pregnant? Wondering what the glucose tolerance test is like and what happens if you fail it? Here’s my experience with gestational diabetes testing.

Expecting Twins? Tips For Exercising While Pregnant With Twins

Exercising while pregnant with twins is highly recommended. Here are all of the safe ways you can exercise, as well as the risky moves that you should avoid

Preparing For Another Pregnancy After Suffering A Miscarriage

Pregnancy after miscarriage is a difficult thing to talk about. Here are some of the problems you may face if you try to conceive a child after suffering a previous miscarriage. Plus, advice for overcoming those issues.

Pregnancy Questions & Answers: Vaginal Bleeding, Acrylic Nails, Signs Of Ovulation, And Eating For Two

You are sure to have questions with your first pregnancy or if you’re trying to conceive for the first time. Is Vaginal Bleeding Normal When Pregnant? Are Acrylic Nails Safe During Pregnancy? How Much Should You Eat During Pregnancy? How Do You Know When You’re Ovulating? Here are the answers to these 4 common pregnancy questions.

4 Pregnancy Acupressure Warnings – What You Need To Know

There are a lot of myths surrounding acupressure during pregnancy. Here’s what you need to know about acupressure during pregnancy and how to do it safely.

Can’t Get Pregnant? Is He Fertile? Facts About Male Infertility

Trying to get pregnant, but finding it difficult? Between 40% and 50% of infertility cases are due to male infertility. Here’s what you need to know.

Gestational Diabetes During Pregnancy – How To Get Through It With Ease

If you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, the information regarding treatment can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to minimize the complications associated with gestational diabetes. Some of them are even FUN!

20 Fun Things To Do When You’re On Bed Rest (Pregnancy Bed Rest, Or Any Type Of Bed Rest!)

Being on bed rest while you’re pregnant can be one of the most frustrating things… ever! Finding things to do from bed can be challenging, but it’s not impossible to find things that will help to pass the time and let you maintain your sanity as well. Here are some ideas for for passing the time on pregnancy bed rest.

How To Prevent Stretch Marks During Pregnancy & Diminish Their Appearance After The Baby Is Born

Over 50% of all pregnant women get stretch marks. Pregnant women tend to start noticing stretch marks in the latter part of pregnancy when the baby is growing faster. Over 75% of pregnant women get stretch marks on their abdomen, as well as the thighs, buttocks, and breasts.

10 Best New Dad Websites + 10 Best Books For Expectant Fathers

There’s a lot about how the expectant dad can help the mom-to-be through the pregnancy, but finding help for the dad himself isn’t quite as simple. Just like mothers-to-be, expectant fathers also need information, reassurance, and advice during the various stages of pregnancy. Following are some of the best online resources and books just for fathers-to-be.

Quick & Easy Tips For Flying Pregnant

If you’re pregnant and about to take a trip, you’re probably wondering how safe it is to be flying pregnant. While it is generally safe to fly during pregnancy, there are some things you can do to make the trip comfortable. Oh, and there are a few times when you should NOT be flying pregnant. Here’s the scoop.

Many Possible Signs Of Pregnancy Explained

Do you think you might be pregnant, but you’re not sure? There are several possible signs of pregnancy that you should take a look at. Along with a trip to the doctor and a home pregnancy test, these tips should help you decide for sure whether you’re pregnant or not.

Your Strange Pregnancy Symptoms & Signs May Be Perfectly Normal

Are you experiencing some unusual pregnancy symptoms & signs? Are you worried that there might be something wrong? Relax. There are several strange pregnancy signs & symptoms that aren’t dangerous, but instead are perfectly normal.

How To Choose A Healthcare Provider During Pregnancy Planning

If you’ve just discovered you’re pregnant and have yet to choose a pregnancy healthcare provider, here’s what you need to know.

WARNING: A Home Baby Heart Monitor May Do More Harm Than Good

Does the idea of a baby heart monitor for your unborn child make you feel better about knowing your baby is healthy and safe? You may want to reconsider that thought once you see these findings.

Pregnancy & Conception Myths: The Truth Made Real

There are a lot of myths concerning pregnancy & conception that many people believe are true. Unwanted pregnancies occur every day because people believe these myths. Here are the facts about pregnancy and conception.

The Process Of IVF Treatment – What’s It Really Like?

Have you been trying to get pregnant with no success? Has your doctor mentioned trying IVF treatment but you’re scared because you don’t really know what it entails? Here are all the steps involved with IVF treatment.

Need Help Making Important Baby-Related Decisions? Hire a Baby Planner!

Are you overwhelmed with all the decisions you have to make now that you’re pregnant? If so, then a baby planner may be for you!

How An Eating Disorder Can Affect Your Weight Gain During Pregnancy

If you’re a woman who suffers from an eating disorder and you’re pregnant, then you may be having trouble getting optimal weight gain during pregnancy. Healthy weight gain during pregnancy is important, and there are things you can do to ensure you have it!

Yes, You Can Be Pregnant & Sexy At The Same Time!

Do you have the body blues that come with being pregnant? Most women feel this way during pregnancy and think there is no way they can be pregnant & sexy at the same time. The truth is though, it’s possible to be pregnant & sexy, you just have to know what to do!

Are You A Pregnant Athlete Concerned About Your Pregnancy Workout?

If you’re an athlete and have suddenly found out that you’re pregnant, you probably have lots of questions about putting together your pregnancy workout. Up until the last few years doctors told women, athletes included, that 140 beats per minute during exercise was it, that even if a mom-to-be was a conditioned athlete she should not go over that. Times have changed though, and there are new guidelines for pregnant athletes.

The Danger Of Pregnancy & Medication Explained

Before you take a prescription medication or over-the-counter medication for cold, flu, or nausea contact your doctor. There are incredible dangers associated with mixing pregnancy & medication. When it comes to pregnancy & medication, it’s always better to error on the side of caution.

10 Tips On Getting Pregnant Faster – Simple Things That Boost Your Fertility

Have you been trying to get pregnant but haven’t been able to? You are not alone. This video provides some some great tips on getting pregnant faster by focusing on simple things you can do to boost your fertility.

Your Skin & Pregnancy – 5 Simple Tips You Can Use Every Day When Caring For Your Skin During Pregnancy

Skin & pregnancy go hand in hand. When you’re pregnant, your skin changes… a lot! How you care for your skin during pregnancy is important. Just as important are the types of skin care products you use. Here are some basic pregnancy skin care tips to get you started.

During Your Pregnancy

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