Pregnancy Blog
All Day Morning Sickness?! All About Hyperemesis Gravidarum
For many women, the first trimester of their pregnancy finds them hovering over a toilet in the middle of the night. But for an unlucky few, their heaving will turn into something worse, something called Hyperemesis Gravidarum (from here on out we’ll just call it...
Maternity Swimsuits That Are Perfect for Your Baby Bump
Dressing your pregnant body when it’s time to hit the beach is challenging! Depending on which trimester of pregnancy you’re in, you might be loving your boobs yet hating your expanding butt and cellulite. We’ve got maternity swimsuits and tips for you, trimester by...
Pregnancy Superfoods You’ll Want to Eat Right Now
OK, so all pregnant women want to eat healthily, but we know it’s hard not to give into your cravings! It’s not easy to chomp on veggies when you’d rather scarf down a pizza. The pregnancy superfoods we list below do (at least) one of these things: help with healthy...
6 Fresh Ways to Dress Your Bump This Spring
Ruching Side ruching can be very a flattering way to dress your bump! Ruching means that the fabric is gathered and sewn with lines of elastic which creates a stretchy, gathered look. A Cold Shoulder Top This style is very popular right now. Just because you're...
8 Genuine Reasons Your Third Trimester Is the Best
Pregnancy is a pretty amazing event if you stop to think about it. Yes, there are plenty of aches and pains that come with pregnancy, but today we’re focusing on the positive! Here are our 8 reasons your third trimester is the best one: You can totally pull the "I’m...
Why You Shouldn’t Do These 7 Things If You’re Pregnant
Being pregnant can be both magical and scary. A fetus develops into a full-fledged, kicking, wiggling baby. But at the same time, everyone from your great aunt to the stranger at the grocery store is giving you their unsolicited advice. It’s hard to separate old...
10 More Fun Ideas on What to Do During Your Last Trimester!
This list is a follow-up to "10 Fun Ideas of What to Do During Your Last Trimester!" Today, we're sharing 10 more fun activities you can do to pass the time when you're waiting for labor to start: 1. Treat yourself to a pedicure 2. Squeeze in as many date nights as...
The 6 Best Books to Read When You’re Pregnant
When you're expecting and educating yourself about pregnancy, labor, and delivery, books are great at giving you the big picture. These books remind you that women have been giving birth for a long time and our bodies are equipped to deliver a baby. Whether you have a...
Cholestasis?! What It Is and How to Deal
Pregnancy comes with a lot of aches, pains, and minor complications. Typically they’re just annoyances that go away, and rarely become something serious. Most of you have probably heard of preeclampsia. But you probably haven’t heard of Cholestasis. It's a liver...
Why Is Water So Important During Pregnancy?
When you're pregnant, you'll need to drink lots of water and other fluids. Fluid helps your body grow new cells, process nutrients, and regulate body temp. You'll probably feel better during your pregnancy if you drink more water than usual! Studies have shown that...
10 Fun Ideas of What to Do During Your Last Trimester
When you're in the home stretch of your pregnancy, it might feel like it's taking forever for your baby to arrive! Here are some fun activities you can do to pass the time: 1. Get a pregnancy massage. 2. Sleep, rest, and watch Netflix 3. Follow whatever whim you have,...
What to Eat When You’ve Got Morning Sickness
If you're suffering from morning sickness, you might be wondering what kind of food you can possibly stomach. Here are some nourishing and comforting foods to try: Guacamole Here's a dip that's packed with nutrients and is tasty yet mild enough for your upset stomach!...
Post-Delivery Care Tips
Congratulations! Your pregnancy is finally over, and you have a precious new baby in your arms! You'll probably have questions about self-care and care for your baby. This info will help you to care for yourself and your baby during the weeks before your first visit...
7 Pregnancy Symptoms You Shouldn’t Stress Over
Pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks long and has an effect on almost every part of your body. But, most pregnancies are healthy and turn out just fine. There are some pregnancy symptoms that require medical attention, but there are tons of other symptoms that you don't...
Working While Pregnant? 8 Tips That’ll Help!
Working when you’re pregnant isn't always easy. Not to worry, we've got you covered! Here are 8 common pregnancy challenges along with tips on to help them at work: You're exhausted, but scared to drink coffee Most OB-GYNs will tell you it's okay to have coffee in...
Get Relief from Your Pregnancy Back Pain
Back pain is a very common pregnancy symptom! Drop by a physical therapist or masseuse, and you'll probably see some pregnant women there. Back pain during pregnancy is caused by weight gain, hormones, and a shifting center of gravity. Thankfully, back pain usually...
Morning Sickness? Here’s How to Deal
If you're experiencing morning sickness, keeping your pregnancy a secret can seem virtually impossible with morning sickness. Nausea and throwing up are tricky things to conquer when you're just trying to go about your day! The good news is that for most women,...
8 Unexpected Pregnancy Symptoms
Sneezing This sounds crazy, but it’s true: many pregnant women experience congestion, itching, and/or sneezing. As you get further along, you might find that your sneezing gets worse. Your entire body seems to be swelling, including your nose. This strange pregnancy...
Pregnancy Symptoms Before a Missed Period
Everyone knows that a missed period is the main symptom of pregnancy. But did you know that there are other pregnancy symptoms that happen before a missed period? The symptoms we share below may not always mean that you’re pregnant. They’re just signs you may be. Make...
Pregnancy Dreams—What Do They Mean?
Even though most people have dreams every night, the dreams of pregnant women are typically full of emotion. We think this is an indication of the big life changes you’re about to have! Know that your strange pregnancy dreams don't mean that the things in them will...
10 Ways to Prep for Labor and Delivery
Being pregnant and having no idea when your baby is coming might be making you crazy! So, we want to share a few great ways to get ready for labor. Get Some Exercise Physical activity, even if it’s really light, will get your body ready for labor. Great forms of...