Has your due date come and gone with no signs of your little one? Talk to your doctor or midwife about performing a membrane sweep. What is it? When we talk about inducing labor, we generally refer to two camps: On one side, there's the natural, at-home remedies that are questionable in their efficacy. These include eating hot, spicy foods, massaging pressure points and … [Read more...] about The simple, (almost) painless procedure that may kick-start labor
Pregnancy
Preparing your pet for baby’s arrival
Bringing home a new baby is not just an adjustment for you - it's a major lifestyle change for your dog or cat too. Ensure your furry friend feels loved and cared for once baby arrives - and minimize any misbehaving or acting out - by working with your pet throughout your pregnancy. Ease him or her into the idea of a new family member with these simple steps: Simple … [Read more...] about Preparing your pet for baby’s arrival
How to design a multipurpose nursery
Living large in a small space by HGTV host and interior design expert Krista Watterworth Photography by Luciana Pampalone As if the excitement of being pregnant isn’t enough to ponder! What about trying to figure out how to fit your little cherub into a tiny space? Whether you have a small house, a modest apartment, or just need to be creative with your planning, … [Read more...] about How to design a multipurpose nursery
How to relieve dizziness during pregnancy
If pregnancy has you feeling as if the room's spinning, you're not the only one. Dizziness is one of the most common symptoms for pregnant women and usually takes effect in the first trimester. Blame these spins on surging hormones that wreak havoc on the shape and size of your blood vessels. While less common, second trimester dizziness may also be caused by a growing uterus … [Read more...] about How to relieve dizziness during pregnancy
How you can deal with pregnancy melasma
As if you needed another reason to slather on SPF daily, doctors suggest that a full-spectrum sunscreen may ward off melasma while you're expecting. Often referred to as "the mask of pregnancy," melasma is a discoloration or pigmentation of the skin. According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, it affects nearly 70 percent of all pregnant women. Spurred by … [Read more...] about How you can deal with pregnancy melasma