Pregnancy
Full-Term Pregnancy Explained
There's no sure-fire way to prevent a late- or post term pregnancy. However, you are more likely to go past your due date if
- you are pregnant with your first child
- you've had a late- ...
What Is Gestational Diabetes and How to Treat It
Gestational diabetes is a condition in which a woman develops high blood sugar during pregnancy. It can affect your pregnancy and the health of you...
The Benefits of Prenatal Vitamins
You may have a lot of questions about prenatal vitamins. Do you need to take one? Are they necessary? Do prenatal vitamins come with any side effec...
Folic Acid During Pregnancy
You may have heard all about folic acid being an essential vitamin you need while you’re pregnant, but what is it, why is it important for pregnant...
What Not to Eat When Pregnant
Getting the nutrients your body needs is important during pregnancy, but it’s also important to know which foods to avoid while pregnant. You may h...
Pregnancy Cravings and Aversions
Pregnancy cravings may conjure up the image of eating pickles with a tub of ice cream in the middle of the night. And this may be you . . . or you ...
Pregnancy Diet: Nourishing Both of You
No one really knows why some women crave certain foods during pregnancy, but cravings are not generally thought to be caused by food deficiencies. There is no reason to avoid foods you crave as long as you eat in moderation to avoid excessive...
High Protein Diet in Pregnancy
One of the things you and your baby can't do without is protein. It helps keep your energy up, and it gives your baby the amino acids she needs to ...
Pregnancy Diet Plan: Eating Carbs
You may have heard mixed messages about carbohydrates. Athletes tout "carbs" for their high-energy benefits, but some sources say they are empty ca...
Pregnancy Diet FAQs: Nourishing Both of You
Answered by: Margaret Comerford Freda, Ed.D., R.N.
Question: What are the risks of drinking soda when I'm pregnant?
Answer: Fluid intake is importa...
Iron and Calcium During Pregnancy
Following a balanced and healthy diet during pregnancy is important both for you and your little one. When you're carrying a growing baby, your iro...
