Pregnancy Blog
5 Useful Ways to Survive Bed Rest
There are a variety of reasons why your doctor might put you on bed rest. Some women go on bed rest because they're showing signs of premature labor. Others are facing an issue like pre-eclampsia. Laying around for weeks or months on end might seem like a dreadful...
10 Tips for New Dads-to-Be
Today, Pregnancy Help Online is writing a post for all the dads-to-be out there. So you'll want to make sure to share this info with your boyfriend or husband! If he follows these simple rules, you should leave the labor and post-partum experience feeling respected,...
“I’m Not Thrilled To Be Pregnant…”
What Is PUPPs?
PUPPs is a pretty cute and cuddly-sounding acronym for an awful, itchy skin condition called "Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy." PUPPs (or PUPPP) is a fairly common skin condition, with about 1 in 250 pregnant women getting this rash. Make sure to...
6 Pregnancy Side Effects That People Don’t Talk About
You've probably heard lots about common pregnancy side effects like swollen feet, heartburn, and morning sickness. But what about the pregnancy side effects no one ever talks about? Today, we're sharing about 6 unpleasant, unspoken pregnancy side effects with you: 1....
20 Questions Pregnant Women Should Ask During the Hospital Tour
When you're on the hospital tour before you deliver, there's no such thing as too many questions. It's much better to know ahead of time if the hospital has amenities such as a birthing tub and if you'll be sharing a room. Here are 20 questions you should definitely...
Why Feeling Your Baby’s Kicks Is a Good Sign
One of the most exciting days of anyone's pregnancy is when they feel that first kick. At first, it might just feel like just a flutter (or like when you have gas!) But as your baby grows, and the kicks get stronger and stronger. By the end of your pregnancy, you...
6 Pregnancy Hacks That Are Pure Genius
Whether it's your first pregnancy or third, being pregnant isn't a walk in the park. It's hard work. Chances are you'll experience many of the symptoms that come with being pregnant at some point. From ravenous hunger to exhaustion to physical aches, the list seems to...
6 Tips for a Safe Winter Pregnancy
You might know all there is to know about staying safe while pregnant, but wintertime changes the rules up a bit. Between your blasting furnace and the slick, icy streets, there's no shortage of danger in the wintertime. So, it's important to be ready for the cooler...
How an Unplanned Pregnancy Can Change Your Life
Have you ever wondered how becoming a mom will change your life? It's crazy how much things change when you have a baby. And it can be even crazier if your pregnancy was unplanned and you're not ready for this huge change. Going to School Will Be Tough Becoming a mom...
Women Tell Us Their Absolutely Weirdest Pregnancy Symptom
Here at Pregnancy Help Online, we're asked some downright strange pregnancy questions and get literally funky comments. But that's the beauty of the Internet: you can share info and ask questions anonymously. Plus, it fosters a great sense of community, even if you...
I’m Going to Grow Hair Where During Pregnancy!?
Whether this is your first pregnancy or your third, you might be surprised by all the changes your body goes through. Some of the developments are expected and well-known, like morning sickness. Other developments aren't talked about as much and can throw you for a...
3 Surprising Things About Early Pregnancy
When you first see that positive pregnancy test, you might think about happily holding your adorable baby. Or, you might be wondering "how in the heck am I going to do this?!" Either way, here are 3 things about finding out you're pregnant that might surprise you: 1....
10 Things To Do During Your Last Month of Pregnancy
Congrats mama! It's almost time for your baby to arrive and forever change your world. People are probably telling you to pack up your hospital bag and to sleep as much as you can. But today, we're sharing the little stuff that'll make life a bit easier those...
Hoping to Labor at Home as Long as Possible? Get Our Tips!
We hope that you found last week's article about the benefits to laboring at home as long as possible to be helpful! Today, we're sharing how exactly you can labor at home as long as possible before heading to the hospital. Your goal is going to be to get to the...
4 Benefits to Laboring at Home As Long As Possible
More and more women are choosing to labor at home as long as possible and then travel to the hospital. In fact, some hire a doula to help with going through the early stages of labor at home and arrive at the hospital for transition and pushing. Wondering why? Here...
How to Announce Your Pregnancy at Work
Many women are excited to announce their pregnancy to family and friends. But, most feel uncomfortable and awkward telling their employer. Plus, getting maternity leave always isn't a sure thing in the US. Start by learning about the Family Medical Leave Act and your...
4 Tips for Coping With a Long Labor
The average labor is usually 12-18 hours for a first pregnancy, not including inductions. However, sometimes labor lasts longer because of physical issues or your baby scooting into a better position. Other times, labor might last longer due to fear of becoming a...
5 of the Most Common Pregnancy Skin Issues, Fixed!
If you're pregnant and your skin is acting up all of a sudden, you're probably frustrated. But don’t worry; today we're sharing solutions to 5 of the most common pregnancy skin issues: 1. Pimples Inflamed pimples and acne can crop up badly (or for the first time)...
A Doula Reveals 6 Important Things About Labor
As you get ready for your labor and birth, you might be getting nervous. But know that there are some tips and tricks that doulas use to help make the birth experience a little easier. A doula, also known as a birth attendant, offers emotional and physical support...
10 Simple Tips for a Healthy Pregnancy
There's so much info out there, in books and online, about how to have a healthy pregnancy! Here are 10 simple, easy-to-follow tips so that you can have a healthy pregnancy and delivery: Avoid drinking alcohol and taking drugs. If you're a smoker, quit right...