Question: I just found out that I’m pregnant, however, I’m pregnant with no insurance and I’m not sure if I’ll be able to afford to see a doctor or pay for delivery. Answer: Having a baby is definitely expensive. Still, no pregnant woman should go through...
Many women wonder, “Can I dye my hair while pregnant?” It’s not uncommon for women to have concerns about the safety of hair treatments during pregnancy, especially those involving chemicals and dyes. With the health and well-being of both mother and...
Do you have a stuffy nose that doesn’t seem to go away? You’re not alone. Many women experience a stuffy nose during pregnancy, which can be aggravating. There’s a name for this hassle, and it’s called pregnancy rhinitis. The cause isn’t...
Question: We live in an older Victorian house and it gets so drafty and cold in the winter. So, we usually use an electric blanket on our bed during the night. Is it safe to keep using it, now that I’m pregnant? Answer: Experts still debate about how safe it is for...
Question: I know that I should get an ultrasound, but I wonder, are they safe? Answer: It’s totally normal to be worried about the safety of ultrasound exams. Most medical researchers agree that ultrasound exams don’t have any major risk to you or your baby....
