A recent study conducted by Dutch researchers and published in the peer-reviewed BMJ found that the first three months of pregnancy is a crucial time for a baby's heart health later in life. Researchers concluded that children who were small during the early stages of fetal development were at an increased risk of heart problems once they were older. Nearly 1,200 … [Read more...] about Why first trimester is crucial for baby’s heart health
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5 tips for relieving breast pain during pregnancy
Your body undergoes many changes throughout pregnancy, and one of the more painful side effects is swollen and tender breasts. When your hormones start to do their work on your body, it causes an increase in blood flow and changes in breast tissue. As a result, you may experience sore, tingly, sensitive and swollen breasts. You may have noticed that breast tenderness was … [Read more...] about 5 tips for relieving breast pain during pregnancy
5 tips to avoid being that crazy pregnant lady
Your pregnancy hormones may not be in full-swing yet, but it won't be long before they're taking over your body. This isn't as scary as it sounds, but you should be aware of your emotional health throughout your journey to motherhood. There are plenty of emotional ups and downs that you'll experience during pregnancy. From mood swings to bouts of … [Read more...] about 5 tips to avoid being that crazy pregnant lady
5 girlfriend secrets for an easier labor
You're still in the early stages of pregnancy but labor and delivery are probably already weighing on your mind. Between the horror stories you've heard from friends and family and the stuff that you've read in books, you may not be sure what to think of it all. You might even be a little scared. When you're preparing for childbirth, you can't just take some classes and show … [Read more...] about 5 girlfriend secrets for an easier labor
Your pregnancy journey [Infographic]
There’s a lot that you’ll go through on your journey to motherhood, so we’re taking a moment to highlight some of the most important experiences along the way. First trimester Although you should quit any bad habits before you get pregnant, you’ll definitely want to be sure that you’re no longer drinking caffeine, drinking alcohol or consuming certain foods by week 4. One … [Read more...] about Your pregnancy journey [Infographic]