Tag: Pregnancy Lifestyle

Make 2018 your year for pregnancy and new-mom self-care

By Kristy Rodriguez

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3 ways to bring self-care home Endless OB/GYN appointments. Work deadlines. Depressing news stories. Busy schedules. It’s no wonder why more and more people are turning to self-care to bring balance to their hectic lives and take refuge from the distracting world. While most of us can’t traipse off to...

Should I stay or should I go? Pregnant at work

By Lisen Stromberg

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Introducing a new bi-weekly column So, you’re about to have a baby. It is only natural you might be worried about his or her health, how the delivery will go, will breast-feeding be a challenge, will you ever get your figure back, and, importantly, will you be the kind of...

5 tips on crib safety for new moms

By Pregnancy Editors

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For help finding a crib that will keep your baby safe as he or she grows, consider these five tips.

Natural pregnancy tips: How to improve your sex drive

By Pregnancy Editors

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The reigning natural pregnancy tip should be obvious: Simply have sex!

Top 6 pregnancy beauty tips for Valentine’s Day

By Pregnancy Editors

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Not all women are in love with their bodies during pregnancy, which means they'll do anything they can to feel better about their growing baby bump and the rest of the physical changes that can occur.

Top 10 last-minute pregnancy costume ideas for Halloween

By Abigail Tuller

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If you just found out that you have a Halloween costume party to attend and you have no idea how you're going to dress up your baby bump, don't worry.

Acupuncture during pregnancy: Everything you need to know

By Pregnancy Editors

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When you picture natural pregnancy tips to help relieve stress, you probably envision something along the lines of bubble baths, herbal tea, massages and curling up in bed with a good book.

5 early pregnancy signs to watch out for

By Pregnancy Editors

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Are you mistaking some of these early signs for another health issue?

Sex drive after birth: Advice for first time mothers

By Kendra Smith

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A recent study looked at the average libido of new dads and first time mothers, and found that stress and fatigue can, understandably, drastically affect sex lives post-baby.

8 fun things to do if you’re pregnant on Valentine’s Day

By Pregnancy Editors

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Pregnancy isn't always a picnic, especially if you're in your third trimester and are starting to feel like you're going to be sporting a baby bump for what seems like the rest of your life.

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Surviving the Summer Heat While Pregnant
The temperatures outside are rising- right along with your growing belly. And keeping your body cool is essential for both you and your baby. How does a pregnant woman's body temperature impact her pregnancy? What do you need to know about the sun, perspiration and exposure to air conditioning? Plus, our facebook fans share what…
Putting VBAC Risks Into Perspective
Your first baby was born via c-section and with this time you're hoping to have a vaginal birth, or VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). You may have heard about some of the risks, but what does it all actually mean? Are VBACs riskier than having a repeat c-section? What factors should you consider before making…
Creating Your Postpartum Plan
In addition to caring for an amazing newborn baby, your postpartum period will almost certainly bring more stress and challenges than you anticipated. Preparing a postpartum plan can help make this transition into parenthood a bit smoother. So, what should you consider when creating your postpartum plan? When should you create it, and who should…
Making Sex Comfortable During Pregnancy
Sex during pregnancy is different for every woman. You may have a huge sex drive... or the thought of your partner giving you the entire bed while he sleeps on the couch may sound more appealing. If you do want to have sex, you may be concerned about your overall comfort. Is sex during pregnancy…