The joyful experience of bringing a new life to the world comes with a lot of aches and pains. When bearing a child, the body is going through a lot of significant changes, and, as all significant changes often are, it is quite uncomfortable. Joint pain is very common in pregnancy. The woman may notice … Read more
The ginger plant is very popular around the world. Most often, people use ginger in their tea. They brew freshly ground or dried ginger in hot water. Beyond taste preferences, such tea proved to be an effective remedy for a number of health symptoms. However, are those benefits higher than the health risks women may … Read more
A muscle cramp aka a charlie horse or a spasm is a phenomenon when a muscle gets very tight without your control of it. It is primarily unexpected and causes sharp pain. The most common location is the calf muscles and the issue itself is particularly widespread among future mothers. Research data shows that about … Read more
Pregnant women are more vulnerable to various infections and illnesses. That’s why they have to be more careful and mindful of their health. Any minor symptoms can be enough to schedule an unplanned appointment with your doctor. The immune system is rather weak during pregnancy. So, whenever a mother-to-be feels under the weather, things can … Read more
The future mother has to rethink many of her habits and preferable activities as many of them can affect her baby. One such thing that is surrounded by misconceptions, is tanning during pregnancy. Skin Protection Ultraviolet rays that go through the ozone layer are of A and B types, different in wavelength. UV-B rays make … Read more
Food cravings during pregnancy are common thing. But what if the only thing you can think of is sushi? Can you enjoy those tasty rolls without risk for the fetus growing inside you? Well, it depends on your preferences. While sushi, overall, is not forbidden, it’s essential that you avoid kinds containing raw or undercooked … Read more
Our bodies are unique and beautiful creations in their every inch. Gurus of body-positive thinking don’t get tired of persuading us that body hair is OK. And that if you want to keep it, it won’t make you look any worse. Any doctor will tell you the same thing, not because of their body-positive thinking … Read more
Postpartum hair loss is a problem affecting almost every woman who has given birth to a child. But if trusting the American Pregnancy Association, 40 – 50% of expecting mothers deal with hair thinning and loss. The reasons for this condition can be numerous, and each requires a different treatment approach. In the article, we’ll … Read more
How Much Water Should You Drink When Pregnant? During pregnancy, you need water both for you and your baby. Water is needed to form the amniotic fluid that surrounds the fetus, produce blood, create new tissues, build a placenta that carries nutrients to the baby, provide proper digestion, and help the body get rid of … Read more