When people think of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they often picture a shell-shocked veteran. While this is certainly PTSD, there are many other events that can trigger it, such as labor. WhileRead More…
A baby’s first year is full of excitement and change, but what developments should you expect at which times? If you’re a new mother, you may be wondering if your baby isRead More…
Other than actually giving birth, your most memorable pregnancy experience is probably hearing your baby for the first time. Luckily, there’s a device you can use at home that allows you toRead More…
After the excitement of a positive pregnancy test has subsided, you feel a little worried. Why don’t you feel any different? You don’t feel any morning sickness and you haven’t turned intoRead More…
Pregnancy can have a lot of ups and downs—but if you’re single, it can feel like even more of a roller coaster. It may seem like you have fewer people to helpRead More…
If you’re like most pregnant women, you probably experience self-critical thoughts popping up every day. “I’m not being healthy enough for my baby.” “I need to do more at work to proveRead More…
There is no stronger bond between humans than that between a mother and her child. The maternal bond usually begins to develop during pregnancy and lasts for a lifetime. However, you don’tRead More…
Even if you have a great group of friends and family around you, having mom friends can be a helpful part of your pregnancy journey. Besides having someone you can relate to,Read More…
High blood pressure can create complications for all of us, especially more so for pregnant moms. It is not uncommon for a woman to develop high blood pressure, which is also knownRead More…
Motherhood is rewarding, but it is also overwhelmingly tedious and can test your patience to the limit. Here are 7 tips that will help you get some semblance of normalcy in yourRead More…