Will sleeping on my back hurt the baby?
Pregnancy can be something joyous and almost magical, but it is certainly a time time for fear and worry for many expectant mothers as well! Concerns about whether doing certain...
Pregnancy: the second time around
Pregnancy is not quite as exciting an adventure the second time around. When you are already an experienced mother, you might think you know it all already, and are a...
What happens to the placenta after birth?
The placenta is an organ most women don't pay much attention to while they are pregnant. Yet, this organ the name of which comes from the Latin word for "cake"...
What is a birth plan?
Pregnancy can be a busy time for couples, there are always plenty items on your pre-baby checklist. Preparing for childbirth is certainly one of those. While labor and birth are...
Tanning and pregnancy
There are plenty of pregnancy health controversies. Some things are simply dangerous while you are pregnant, like drinking alcohol, while others are considered safe by some and not safe by...
Pregnancy checklist: things to take care of before your baby is born
When you are expecting a baby, there is always lots to do. Especially if you have never had a baby before, knowing what you should be taking care of before...
Pregnant and not feeling great? How to survive the day at work
Every stage of pregnancy offers its own set of "fun" ailments that are hard on any woman but can make getting through a day at work really tough at times...
Medical check-ups after a miscarriage
If you have had a miscarriage, feelings of emptiness and sadness might dominate, but the physical recovery process is also important. A miscarriage can make you feel fatigued, weak, and...
Non-alcoholic Christmas drinks for pregnant moms
It's that time of the year again, and the first Christmas parties will soon come round. We got our Christmas tree yesterday, and had great fun decorating it. And we're...
Job hunting while pregnant
In this economy, it is hard enough to be job hunting in any situation! But what if you are expecting a baby and also looking for a new job? Is...