Pregnancy Health, Pregnancy Symptoms
Question: I’m in my eighth month of pregnancy. From time to time, I have trouble breathing. Could this mean that my baby’s not getting enough oxygen? Answer: Shortness of breath doesn’t mean that you’re short on oxygen, or that your baby is. During pregnancy, your...
Pregnancy Health, Pregnancy Tips
Question: I enjoy playing tennis and swimming. Do I need to give up these sports now that I’m pregnant? Answer: In most cases, pregnancy doesn’t mean that you have to give up sports. Just please keep in mind that since you’re carrying a new life, it makes sense to...
Pregnancy, Pregnancy Health
Question: I have a couple of cats and I’ve heard that cats carry a disease that can harm a fetus. Do I need to get rid of my pets? Answer: There’s no need to send your cats packing. Since you’ve lived with cats for a while, the chances are pretty good that you’ve...
Pregnancy, Pregnancy Tips
Question: Now that it’s clear I’m pregnant, everyone from my aunt to strangers at the grocery store has advice for me. It’s driving me insane! Any tips on how to deal? Answer: It seems that there’s no way for a pregnant woman to get away from the unsolicited advice of...
