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.
Mom's Health
Do you have swollen ankles? Are you drinking enough water? As an expecting mother, your health is extremely important during all stages of pregnancy. If it affects mom's health, you'll find it here... all the best ways to ensure that mom and baby are getting enough to eat and plenty of rest for a healthy baby to develop.
The Fourth Trimester Of Pregnancy: Doctor-Recommended Ways To Help Your Newborn Transition From Birth To 3 Months
The fourth trimester begins when your baby is born and continues until she reaches 3 months old. It’s a time of adjustment for both the mother and the newborn — who was quite content for 9 months inside the womb and now must learn to adapt to all new sights, sounds, and activities. Here are 5 pediatrician-recommended ways to re-create that feeling of being inside the womb during your baby’s first 3 months of life.
Breastfeeding Beyond 1 Year Seemed Weird To Me… Until I Became A Mom And Experienced The Benefits Of Extended Breastfeeding Firsthand
‘How much longer do you plan to breastfeed? This is a question I get quite often. (My baby is 17 months old.) While breastfeeding has always felt so natural to my baby and I, when it came to a mother’s choice of allowing her toddler (no longer a baby) to breastfeed, it just seemed weird… until I became a mother myself! Here’s my experience breastfeeding beyond 1 year, plus a list of the benefits of extended breastfeeding.
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.
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.
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.
Postpartum Recovery Tips: 4 Post-Partum Issues That I Wasn’t Fully Prepared For
Post partum is called the 4th stage of labor. Here are 4 postpartum recovery issues (which can last from 6 weeks to 6 months) that they don’t tell you about
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
Losing Weight After Pregnancy – 5 Tips For Quickly Getting Back Into Shape After Having a Baby
You’re a busy mom. Caring for a baby leaves little time for yourself – and exercise. Struggling with losing weight after pregnancy? Here are 5 things to try.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
Before You Make A Decision Regarding Unattended Home Births Read This!
If you’re pregnant and trying to make a decision regarding unattended home births, here are some facts that you’ll want to see first.
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.
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!
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.
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.
6 Ways To Lose The Baby Weight… Fast!
This video shows how to lose all the baby weight you gained during pregnancy… really fast!
Yoga For Pregnant Women – Some Tips Before You Get Started
Pregnancy yoga is a little different from regular yoga. This video shows what you need to know about practicing yoga while pregnant.
WARNING: Dangerous Pregnancy Symptoms That Should Not Be Ignored!
How to know which symptoms are not good to ignore when you’re pregnant.
Before Getting Pregnant: 9 Things To Do
It’s never too early to start planning for your pregnancy. This video highlights the man things that a women needs to know before getting pregnant.
Traveling While Pregnant – 6 Ways To Travel Safe When You’re Pregnant
This video shows what you need to know if you’re going to be traveling while you are pregnant. Great tips here!
Pregnant With Morning Sickness? Metoclopramide May Help
A new drug called Metoclopramide has been proven safe to take for morning sickness during pregnancy. However, many women still won’t take it.
Warning: Pregnant Women Can Get STD’s
Sexually transmitted diseases aren’t uncommon during pregnancy. Here’s what pregnant women need to know to avoid getting an STD while pregnant.
Premature Births Are On The Rise, But It’s Not Clear Why
Recent statistics about premature births, plus the reasons that babies are delivered prematurely.
Which Antibiotics Are Safe To Take During Pregnancy?
Antibiotics during pregnancy are a hot topic these days. Do you know which antibiotics are safe for pregnant women to take? Here’s one antibiotic that IS safe, and 2 antibiotics that are NOT safe to take during pregnancy.
Warning: See How Drinking Alcohol While Pregnant Can Permanently Damage Your Baby
This video shows what could happen to your baby if you drink alcohol when you’re pregnant. These are the signs and symptoms of fetal alcohol syndrome.
Organic Pregnancy – Tips For Living A Natural Life While Pregnant
Tips for living a more natural and toxin-free life for you and your baby.
Pregnancy Discomfort: How To Stay Comfortable When You’re Pregnant
Some tips for staying comfortable during pregnancy.
Overweight & Pregnant – Tips For The Plus Size Mom-To-Be
See how to eat and how to take care of yourself — and your baby — when you’re overweight and pregnant.
Pregnant Vegetarian And Vegan Diet Tips
See what you need to know to safely be a vegetarian or vegan while you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
Headaches While Pregnant: 3 Ways To Deal With A Pregnancy Migraine
Learn how to handle a pregnancy migraine so you can get back on your feet and feeling better more quickly when you’re pregnant and you experience another headache.
