Did you know that one in four women keep on 20 pounds or more one year after having a baby, according to the latest edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? While gaining weight is a natural, healthy part of being …
The CDC and the U.S. Public Health Service recommend that all women between the ages of 15 and 49 take 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid a day. Taking folic acid before pregnancy provides various health benefits for both mom …
With up to 38% of pregnant women experiencing constipation and up to 80% experiencing nausea, having an upset stomach during pregnancy is not uncommon. These uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms can affect what you choose to (or what you can) put in …
Fatigue is a mental and/or physical exhaustion, and it can be your body’s way of letting you know that you need more sleep and relaxation. Fatigue during pregnancy is common, and at times, it can feel pretty debilitating.
Many women …
Babies are a game-changer. Even if you read all the baby books on the market, listen to every podcast, or ask your parent friends for their must-have tips, you still won’t get the A-Z baby guide that you are hoping …
If you are thinking about getting pregnant while breastfeeding, you may have some important nutrition questions. On the one hand, you need to feed your growing baby. On the other, you want to optimize your fertility and improve your …
