Pregnancy
What Do Vivid Dreams During Pregnancy Mean?
The dreams you might have during pregnancy are uniquely yours, and the meanings you find in them or the ways you interpret your dreams are also very personal. Still, some plot line and themes crop up more often than not ...
When Does Nausea Start in Pregnancy?
You may be wondering when morning sickness will end. Just like there is no common start date, morning sickness will go away at different times for each expecting mom. Most women who experience nausea find it usually goes away...
Morning Sickness Symptoms and Nausea Remedies
Prevention is the best way to deal with morning sickness.
- Eat five to six small meals each day to avoid an empty stomach and to keep your blood sugar stable...
Spotting During Early Pregnancy
During early pregnancy, there are times when light spotting or heavier bleeding can be a warning sign you should not ignore. That's why it's always safest to mention any bleeding to your healthcare provider, especially if...
How Many Weeks Pregnant Am I?
When figuring out how far along you are, it can be confusing that the weeks of pregnancy are not the same as the gestational age of the baby. Remember, conception most likely occurred about 14 days into your...
Early Signs and Symptoms of Pregnancy
Sometimes it's hard to interpret the signals your body is sending you. If you suspect you might be experiencing the first signs of pregnancy, you'r...
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) Levels Explained
Although hormonal changes can make you feel a little off from time to time during your pregnancy, try to take these as reassurance that your baby is growing, and you’re getting closer and closer to...
Why Kegel Exercises Are Great During and After Pregnancy
There is no set rule on how often to do Kegels. Some experts recommend doing Kegels at least twice a week, while others recommend doing them daily. There are many options in terms of how many ...
Prenatal Yoga: What You Can Do in Each Trimester
As you go into your second trimester and beyond, avoid yoga poses in which you lie flat on your back or on your abdomen. Your growing breasts and belly may affect your balance, so slow things down even more, and consider using...
Fetal Development Week by Week
Exciting times are ahead during the early days and weeks of your pregnancy. Whether you’ve been anticipating becoming pregnant or it’s a sweet surprise, keep in mind that it may be several weeks after you...
An Overview of the Pregnancy Trimesters
In the first few weeks, all the things your baby needs to grow in the uterus will form, including the placenta, the umbilical cord, and the amniotic sac that will fill with amniotic fluid. Starting off as a bundle of cells, your little one will soon begin to develop a spine; the major organs such as brain, heart, ...
When Do You Start Showing?
If you've just found out you're pregnant, congratulations! Alternatively, you might have known for some time and may be curious about when your pre...
