Pregnancy Blog
How to Recover After Giving Birth
Giving birth is one of the most remarkable things your body will ever do. No matter whether you had a cesarean birth (C-section) or vaginal delivery, your body has been through trauma just the same. As a result, it is going to need some time to recover after giving...
Your Guide to Pregnancy-Safe Foundations
There are a lot of things to take into account when you're pregnant. Besides physical changes, you also have to be mindful of what you put on your body, including everything from your sunscreen, shampoo, face wash, and more. So while you may already be enjoying that...
Your Guide to Pregnancy-Safe Shampoos
Shampoos and conditioners are generally considered safe for everyone, including pregnant women. But even though shampoos go through testing before they hit the shelves, healthcare, hygiene, and cosmetic products are not tested on pregnant women. Last time, in...
Your Guide to Pregnancy-Safe Sunscreens
When you're expecting, you have a lot of things to think about, from shopping for maternity clothes and creating a birth plan to stocking up on baby essentials and deciding on your baby's name. Choosing a pregnancy-safe sunscreen shouldn't have to be one of the many...
Your Guide to Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Products
Chances are, you've heard of "pregnancy glow," when a pregnant woman's face looks naturally bright and healthy due to all the hormones her body is churning out. But we often don't talk about other skin-related side effects of pregnancy, such as acne, sensitivity, and...
Pregnancy-Safe Skincare: Ingredients to Avoid
As soon as you find out you're pregnant, your whole world changes. And that includes your line-up of beauty products like shampoo, cosmetics, and skincare products. While you probably know that you need to shelve your favorite wine during pregnancy, having to stop...
How Could Adoption Benefit My Baby?
It's safe to say that every parent wants what is best for their child. For some, adoption is the most caring choice they could make. Placing a child for adoption is not selfish or a decision that is made casually. Birth parents decide on adoption because they want the...
How to Soothe Leg Cramps During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is full of weird aches and pains, from morning sickness and nausea to fatigue and bloating. Unfortunately, leg cramps (otherwise known as Charley horses) are no exception. Leg cramps can come out of nowhere, or even wake you up in the middle of the...
Am I Pregnant?! Common Symptoms of Pregnancy
If you've missed a period, you might be wondering, "Am I pregnant?!" The only way to know for sure is by taking a pregnancy test. The early signs of pregnancy tend to show up around the time you've missed a period. For some women, pregnancy symptoms show up a week or...
How to Save Money on Maternity Clothes
When you first found you're pregnant, you probably had about a million thoughts going through your mind. One such thought might be, "What am I going to wear for the next nine months?" Preparing for a baby can sometimes mean creating the longest shopping list of your...
Your Pregnancy Timeline: Fetal Development Week-by-Week
You have just found out you are pregnant, and now you wonder what is going on with this baby inside. How fast is she growing? What does she look like? What does she feel? The answers to all of these questions may be surprising. So let's take a look at the week-by-week...
“Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine if I’m pregnant?”
As if there is not enough to worry about when you are pregnant, now there is the question of whether or not to get the COVID-19 vaccine. It's a very personal decision, and it is important to get your information from reliable sources. If you are looking online for...
Surprisingly Easy, Deliciously Healthy Foods for Pregnant Women
Growing a baby is tiring work! That’s why it is necessary to keep your body fueled and hydrated with healthy food. Eating right, combined with plenty of sleep, will keep you energized and ready to face the day. To avoid feeling hunger pangs and irritability,...
How Will My Second Pregnancy Be Different Than My First?
So you're expecting baby number two? Congrats! You may think that you know what will happen to your body between now and that final push. But not so fast: the reality is, you might not feel the same this pregnancy. Actually, there are a few ways that a second...
4 Tips for a More Stress-Free Pregnancy
The journey of pregnancy is one of life’s most incredible gifts but can also be stressful and overwhelming. Preparing for the unknown during the first nine months can seem a bit daunting, especially if you are new parents. Finding ways to alleviate the stress of...
How to Cope With Gestational Diabetes
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on November 22, 2017, and has since been updated. Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that shows up during pregnancy in a woman who did not have diabetes before pregnancy. It happens if your body's not...
Why Epsom Salt Baths During Pregnancy Are So Great
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on May 23, 2018, and has since been updated. Epsom salt baths feel divine when you're pregnant! This natural remedy for aches and pains is completely safe for pregnant women. You use Epsom salt by putting it...
How to Get Ready for Labor Induction
As your due date gets closer, you might be picturing different scenarios of how you'll go into labor. A contraction that has you gasping in pain? A dramatic splash when your water breaks? Or just a sudden backache? It might be something in between. One scenario that...
When and How is Labor Induced?
Labor induction involves using medications or other methods to bring on labor. The thought of being induced makes some ladies excited about no longer being pregnant. Other women prefer a more natural birth experience and are against being induced. First, we...
What It’s Like to Have Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
Are you pregnant and losing weight instead of gaining? Do you feel like food is no longer your friend? Do you find yourself making sure to stay nearby a bucket or toilet at all times? You could be one of the unlucky few women who suffer from Hyperemesis Gravidarum...
How to Make the Most of the Holidays When You’re Pregnant
If you're pregnant this holiday season, you might be wondering how you can make the most of it. To savor the holidays while you're expecting, start by slowing down. Let everyone else speed through the season, with all its to-do's and errands. Your top priority is...