The British National Health Service says that eight out of ten mothers-to-be will have stretch marks after pregnancy. Some new moms feel grateful to their body for growing a new life and take stretch marks as a privilege they can be proud of. Others have a hard time accepting the new appearance of their bodies. … Read more
Taking care of your gum and teeth health is essential at every point of your life, let alone while expecting a baby, when your mouth cavity may get more sensitive to infection and disease due to the hormonal hurricane happening within your body. So if you feel hesitant about making an appointment with your dentist, … Read more
For many people, a cup of coffee is not only a daily morning ritual but also a way to wake up and see the world in brighter colors. Many women are deprived of the possibility to enjoy their drink because of pregnancy. And it’s not because of the harm it can do to their health … Read more
Perhaps, you have already tried an exercise ball to improve your posture or enhance your abdominal core. However, such an exercise tool can do more than that for a pregnant woman. It can be a wonderful addition to a woman’s exercise routine during the third trimester and earlier. Women find balance balls particularly helpful after … Read more
The image of breastfeeding created by social media is usually crushed by the reality where there is not only a smiling and sweetly sleeping infant but also blocked milk ducts, breast pain, and nipple soreness. However, none of these things can stop a mom who decides to breastfeed no matter what. Today we’ll speak about … Read more
Pregnant women have to go through several ultrasounds for diagnoses and fetal development analysis. It’s the only chance for a woman to see their unborn child, hear reports on their health, and listen to their heartbeat. It can be a beautiful bonding moment for a mother-to-be. Yet, healthcare specialists don’t often make more than two … Read more
Unfortunately, pregnancy is often accompanied by numerous health risks and complications. Toxemia is one of such complications. This condition is often defined by high blood pressure yet its other signs are rather diverse and go from easily manageable to life-threatening. What Is Toxemia? Some women can develop toxemia after 4.5 months of pregnancy. In some … Read more
Being pregnant doesn’t mean you should stay at home and dive into the routine. In fact, a healthy pregnancy doesn’t put any restrictions on your active lifestyle and plans for the future. So if you happen to be planning an air trip for your vacation or a business trip before you’ve found out you are … Read more
Becoming pregnant can increase the risk of blood clot formation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention state that women can develop a blood clot during pregnancy five times more often than outside this state. Such a high risk preserves throughout the pregnancy and three months after delivery. While this condition may be dangerous, there … Read more