Even if you aren’t a mom, you have more than likely heard horror stories about morning sickness. A lot of women suffer from this ailment, and others are seemingly unaffected. Here are some of the things you can do to be prepared at all times if morning sickness strikes, and how to make sure that … Read more
When you’re pregnant, there are certain things that you shouldn’t eat. On the flip side, there are many things that are just fine to eat, and are great to eat even when you’re not pregnant. You may have to give up some of the things you like the most, but you’ll be able to eat … Read more
When you’re pregnant, there are a lot of changes taking place in your body. One of the most serious changes is the weight gain through your middle as your belly expands to accommodate your growing baby. While this is a totally natural process, you may be worried about your stomach, especially as your skin gets … Read more
If you have ever had a child or know someone that has, you’ve probably noticed that a pregnant woman has problems with swelling all over their body. One of the most painful and noticeable types of swelling may occur in the feet, especially after you have had the baby. Some moms even have to buy … Read more
One of the most important things to consider when you’re having a child is whether you want to breastfeed or give your baby formula. This is something that will impact the rest of baby’s life, but there are good things about both. Here is a look at breastfeeding and formula, so you can make an … Read more
There are a lot of changes that take place in your body after you have a baby, and some are more unpleasant than others. One change that is not often talked about is postpartum body odor. It occurs from immediately after delivery until a week or two later, but there are things you can do … Read more
If you’re concerned about how much weight you should gain during your pregnancy, it is important to remember that everyone is different. There is no perfect number of pounds to gain, but there are a couple things to keep in mind and be aware of during your pregnancy or before you have your child. Talk … Read more
You might have heard many horror stories or must haves about what you need to stock up on or have on hand whenever you’re pregnant or right after you have your child, so you’ve likely heard that you will need pads to use. It is common knowledge that the hospital will provide pads for you, … Read more
You probably already know you need to have a bag packed before you have your baby, but you may be at a loss as to what it should contain. First time moms sometimes pack too many things, while moms that have had more than one child may underpack, since they know that the hospital provides … Read more
Whether you’re thinking about getting pregnant or are currently pregnant, you’ve likely heard how great Omega 3s are for your body, especially during pregnancy. The most common place to get this nutrient in your diet is by eating fish, but you may be concerned about the mercury levels in certain fish, as well as other … Read more
Although most people tend to focus on the changes that take place in a woman’s body while she is pregnant, some people don’t realize that there is also so much going on after delivery as well. The body is healing and getting back to normal, which is even truer if a new mother had to … Read more
If you are pregnant or already have children, you likely know that there are horror stories about all the weird things that can happen to your body as a result of giving birth. Some of these things are permanent, but others are not, although they may last for a while and cause you a bit … Read more
You likely already know that you have to watch what you eat when you plan on breastfeeding, but you may not know that you should avoid not only certain foods, but also certain herbs. Some herbs are likely to make you produce less milk than you need and others are downright harmful to you and … Read more
You may not have heard of diastasis recti, but that doesn’t mean you haven’t suffered from it. If you have had a child, you more than likely have had at least a minor case of this disorder. However, there is nothing to worry about because it is usually relatively easy to fix. It is not … Read more
Most mommies out there know that losing that last bit of baby weight can be a real problem. Some people have a hard time losing the weight, even years after they have had their baby. However, it is important for you to strengthen your core as much as you can and make sure all the … Read more