Fear and anxiety are natural human responses to a strange and new experience in life – and that includes the milestone of giving birth for women. Studies indicate that 30 percent of women show signs of fear of giving birth.…
For all new moms, it is established from the beginning that breastfeeding is a journey between you and your baby. In this intimate bonding, it is pretty clear that the baby’s well-being tends to weigh out more than your needs.…
Weight gain during pregnancy is to be expected. The weight you gain throughout your pregnancy is vital to establish you and your baby’s health for the long term. How much you should expect to gain while pregnant will be based…
As you enter the first 3 months of pregnancy, expect some big changes. Physically, you’re bound to notice differences in the way you look and feel. Here are a few of the body adjustments you may experience at the start…
Pregnancy can be an exciting time for many new moms. And to prepare for the adventure, you should get your body ready and in tip-top shape to carry your little one. Even at the start of pregnancy, you have to…
Looking for ways to exercise during first trimester of pregnancy? It is crucial to you and your baby’s health. Nothing beats keeping yourself fit and active. Remarkably, exercising can help ease out the challenging pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness, fatigue,…
You’ve probably blamed hormones for your crazy moods, bad skin, and weight gain while being pregnant. But did you know that the reason these hormones are in overdrive is that they are preparing your body for breastfeeding and breast milk…
Once you hit your second trimester, it’s about time you figure out how you want your childbirth to go about. There are so many options for labor and delivery, so it’s best to plan ahead. Having a birth plan is…
Exercising throughout your pregnancy is highly encouraged by many health experts. It builds your endurance and strengthens your body in preparation for childbirth. But once you have reached your third trimester exercise is something that is extremely challenging, and at…
Now that in your last trimester, it’s all about preparation. From decorating the nursery, stocking up on baby wear, and buying all your newborn’s needs. But, on the big day, you wouldn’t want to forget to pack one of the…