Have you ever been around a pregnant co-worker who asked you to take your lunch to the break room or tone your perfume down a bit? While it might've seemed annoying at the time, now that you're a first time mother getting ready for baby, you can probably see where she was coming from. During a pregnancy, smells that used to go totally undetected or scents that you always … [Read more...] about Why do pregnant women have a bionic sense of smell?
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Science of why dads are important
Countless studies have shown that having an engaged father greatly increases a child’s chances of having a good life. But why? What is it that dads do that matters so much? If we are familiar with the most crucial aspects then we can focus and make sure to be there for our kids in the best ways possible. This week’s video explores the psychological science behind … [Read more...] about Science of why dads are important
Can you make baby smarter before birth?
Expectant mothers want to get everything right. We try to eat right, and pray that there are no complications. We stay away from caffeine and fruits sprayed with pesticides and pop DHA supplements. We do everything to give our babies a head start—and it’s happening earlier and earlier. Too early for some, in fact, Jen Taylor, a pharmacist in Richmond, VA, who has a 7 … [Read more...] about Can you make baby smarter before birth?
How to make the most of your epidural
You know the exchange heard more often than not when you’re dishing post-delivery: Did you get the drugs? Oh, yes. But although the epidural is the labor pain–control method of choice for American women, like any medication, it has side effects:pesky ones like itching and shivering, and uneven spreading, when the drug pools on one side of the body. Yet a few tricks can minimize … [Read more...] about How to make the most of your epidural
4 reasons why spring pregnancies are the best
Now that the world outside our windows is finally blooming and turning green, there's no better time to be an expectant mom. If you and your partner just got your first positive pregnancy test, you'll be pleased to know there are a number of reasons to enjoy pregnancy in the springtime. Here are just a few: Fresh food During spring and summer, groceries and farmers markets … [Read more...] about 4 reasons why spring pregnancies are the best