Pregnancy

Feeling your baby move fills you with wonder and awe that finally you have solid physical evidence there is a baby inside of you. As amazing as this may feel, the moments you experience differ within each trimester. We are told the importance of noticing no movement but what does it mean when you have […]

Being pregnant leaves you feeling more alert and in tune with the different sensations that run through your body. From time to time, you may have concerns that plague your mind with ‘what if’s.’ The hardest part about pregnancy is fear of the unknown so when you begin to have belly numbness during pregnancy it

While pregnant, you don’t want to do anything that may harm your unborn baby. It’s wise to consider what you eat and how you sleep; interestingly, your walking style may also become a concern. Taking a cold shower has been a debatable topic for years. Some experts recommend it, while others warn against cold/ice baths.

During her second month of pregnancy, my cousin Jenny discovered snacking as a secret remedy for morning sickness. Since then, everything has been running smoothly. But, While she experiences less nausea and vomiting, Jenny is now weightier, and her bump seems to grow rapidly. Weight gain is normal during pregnancy. Surprisingly, the pounds are distributed

There’s no feeling quite like the sensation of a baby kicking inside your pregnant belly. Babies are cozy and protected in the womb and sometimes it can be hard for expectant moms to feel those first fluttery movements. Pregnant women may try to encourage their baby to move by shaking their bump, but can shaking

The list of food and drinks to avoid during pregnancy can be quite intimidating. Guidelines are regularly changing and while most pregnant women know to limit alcohol and coffee consumption, it is not always clear if other beverages are safe or not. Vitamin Water drinks are full of vitamins and minerals and are a tasty

Much to the dismay of many tired moms-to-be, medical professionals recommend caffeine consumption is reduced during pregnancy. You don’t have to say goodbye to coffee completely for 9 months, but you do need to limit the amount of caffeinated drinks you have in a day. If you are an exhausted expectant mom, you may be

Most moms-to-be know that their body is going to change during pregnancy. Expectant moms will need to invest in bigger bras; their belly will stretch, and their hair may transform into the most luscious locks you’ve ever seen. However, did you know that changes to your hormones and immune system mean that you are more

As you glance over the two striking lines on your pregnancy test a thousand things race through your mind. There’s finally an explanation for why you have been nauseous, and tired beyond belief. You have your big fat positive! As your body changes you may not give a second thought about your vagina at first

My sister’s pregnancy was progressing smoothly until recently. She started noticing a discolored vomit – blackish-brown in color. This is unlike the thick, foamy, clear vomit she occasionally had. Any black, blood-stained, or brownish vomiting during pregnancy could be weird and alarming to any woman. While it’s not a good sign, don’t panic yet. The