Pregnancy and Childbirth

You’re 16 weeks pregnant, and hopefully you’re experiencing what’s known as the bloom of pregnancy. You may be feeling energetic, content and healthy. keep reading →

Anti-itch creams and drugs in pregnancy: which are safe and which are better to avoid (category C drugs). keep reading →

Conservative estimates say that you should drink eight 8-oz glasses of water in a day while pregnant, more if you are active. Higher end estimates, like my wonderful... keep reading →

Stretch marks can be an ugly truth of pregnancy, and almost all pregnant women are at risk to develop stretch marks. While stretch marks may be inevitable, this article... keep reading →

Every pregnant woman needs to create a birth plan. They are a great tool for effective communication – it will allow you to convey your needs and wishes to the medical team... keep reading →

Knowing how to recognize the signs of labor is the safest way of determining whether or not your labor may have commenced. A guide to the most common symptons of the birth... keep reading →

High protein snacks Snacks high in protein and fiber are a great choice for pregnant women. Protein helps to reduce nausea, and fatigue. Fiber is important for pregnant... keep reading →

Before baby body  The joy of motherhood outweighs anything negative, but I still wish I would have been told what exactly I would experience during the weeks and months... keep reading →

The third stage of labor is delivery of the placenta. There is much to be considered with regards to the placenta, such as delayed cord clamping and cord blood banking. keep reading →

The first three months of pregnancy are a cruel joke for anyone wanting to keep it secret. Mother Nature, in her infinite wisdom ensures that if you're going to have... keep reading →