Your husband or your hormones? Back in the day, you were able to tolerate coming home to dirty dishes piled sky-high in the sink, even though your husband swore he would do them. You could overlook how he forgot to pick up the dry cleaning – for the umpteenth time this month. Now that you’re pregnant, his actions have gone way past mildly annoying to totally irritating, and … [Read more...] about How to protect your relationship from pregnancy mood swings
Pregnancy
Single and pregnant? You’re not the only one
We all make plans as to how our lives will go, but oftentimes the path we map out isn't the one on which we eventually land. Single parenthood is no small task, and being pregnant and single is no walk in the park either. Whether you chose to get pregnant on your own or popped a surprise bun into your oven, having someone around to lend a hand is nice, but not having one isn't … [Read more...] about Single and pregnant? You’re not the only one
Laboring longer might actually be good for you
A new study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology suggests that longer labor times may benefit both mom and baby by lowering the risk of a Cesarean section. The research, performed by Thomas Jefferson University, followed 78 first-time moms in an effort to challenge long-held laboring standards here in the United States. Read more: 5 girlfriend … [Read more...] about Laboring longer might actually be good for you
5 early pregnancy signs to watch out for
For some women, getting pregnant naturally can take a mix of hard work, planning, and diligence. While for some, conceiving may be an easy process, for others, it can take time and patience. When it comes to a first time mother, there are plenty of signs to watch out for with pregnancy, but the following are five that are easy to overlook or confuse with sickness or … [Read more...] about 5 early pregnancy signs to watch out for
Natural pregnancy tips: How to improve your sex drive
The reigning natural pregnancy tip should be obvious: Simply have sex! However, with so much pressure to perform and all the stress and changes that come with pregnancy, it shouldn't come as any surprise that your sex drive can suffer. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to get your libido back. Hit the gym Not only is exercise good for you, but it will assist your body … [Read more...] about Natural pregnancy tips: How to improve your sex drive