Problems Peeing at Night

Pregnancy Health

Question: The last couple of nights I’ve had trouble peeing, even though my bladder seems very full. What’s up with that? Answer: It sounds like you have a stubbornly slanted uterus, and it’s now pressing on your urethra, the tube that goes from the bladder. The force...

How Harmful is Secondhand Smoke During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Health

Question: I’ve quit smoking, but my boyfriend still goes through two packs a day, and a few of our friends smoke like chimneys. Will this harm my baby? Answer: Smoking doesn’t just affect the smoker, but it also affects everyone around him (including a developing...

Playing Sports While Pregnant

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...