We get it: the last thing you want to read while you’re pregnant is another “what not to eat” post. While you probably already know that you should avoid certain fish, undercooked meats, soft cheese, alcohol, and high levels of caffeine, you may not...
You’ve probably been hearing it everywhere: a healthy diet is so important when you’re pregnant. But sometimes, eating well is easier said than done. For example, maybe you have extreme nausea that keeps you from eating well or dietary restrictions. ...
Question: “I’m 21 weeks pregnant, and I feel like I’m starting to look huge! Am I gaining too much weight!? How much weight should I gain during pregnancy?” Answer: You’re not alone if you’re freaking out about your pregnancy weight...
“I went out partying with my friends last weekend and drank a lot. Then today, my pregnancy test turned up positive! Since I drank before I found out I was pregnant, I’m freaked out! Could I have hurt my baby?” Having a couple of drinks before...
One of the most common pregnancy side effects (besides morning sickness!) is heartburn. You may have never before experienced the discomfort of heartburn — but now that you’re pregnant, it’s a common, uncomfortable occurrence. Why is that? Many women who...
Craving sweets? Get ready for a girl. Are you carrying low? It’s a boy. There are plenty of other old wives’ tales about predicting a baby’s gender, but none of them appear to be backed up by science. While many gender-predicting theories are...
