Have you experienced sharp back pain during pregnancy? Unfortunately, you probably have. Somewhere between 50 and 70% of pregnant women experience backaches. Although it’s a common issue, it can be difficult to treatRead More…
There’s no shortage of pregnancy advice but when it comes from non-experts, it can be hard to tell what’s real. You may know that there’s cautions to take surrounding caffeine and pregnancyRead More…
Hypertension (AKA high blood pressure) is the most common medical disorder during pregnancy. It’s estimated to affect 6 to 8% of pregnancies. It’s also responsible for about 12% of maternal deaths. With thoseRead More…
Drinking enough water can be a challenge for many people—but it can be even more difficult during pregnancy when your requirement is a little higher. Since more water is needed for theRead More…
If you’ve used a fetal doppler before, you know how rewarding the process can be. A warm feeling washes over your body as you hear the sound of life and with eachRead More…
You may have heard that you can use breastfeeding as birth control instead of another form of contraception. But is that true? And exactly how effective is it? How long does itRead More…
If you’re expecting during COVID-19, it’s likely already posed a few challenges. It may be one of the “worst” times in recent history to be pregnant. With fewer in-person appointments, fewer hangoutsRead More…
During your pregnancy journey, you have a ton of questions—most of which you have no problem asking your doctor. But then there’s some conversations you shy away from. While talking about sexRead More…
Breastfeeding is a nutritious gift you give your baby. It’s also a wonderful bonding experience. But it’s okay to say you dislike nursing. On top of everything you’re learning about your newborn,Read More…
When summer rolls around, many of us are making up our lists of fun things we want to do before it’s over. Since you’re pregnant, your list will probably look a littleRead More…