The Latest Articles About Pregnancy

Being pregnant in the summer can be challenging. Beyond simply feeling uncomfortable, summer can bring along with it certain health risks for pregnant women.

For one, pregnant women naturally experience higher core body temperatures. An increase in body temperature, along …

The health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids are widely known. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is one type of omega-3 fatty acid that is especially important during pregnancy. During your last trimester, your baby’s brain takes up a large amount of this…

When you are ready to start a family,  following a healthy pre-pregnancy diet and lifestyle is one of the most important things that you can do. The goal is to increase your fertility and prepare yourself for a healthy pregnancy.…

You have a lot to think about when you’re pregnant. With so many changes going on, you may not be thinking specifically about nutrition and pregnancy. Not to worry, that’s what your prenatal vitamin is for, right?

Not necessarily. …

You’re pregnant! And you’re probably feeling a little nervous, scared and excited all at once. Another thing you’re probably feeling is an upset stomach. With up to 38% of pregnant women experiencing constipation, and up to 80% experiencing nausea,…

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 a number of health benefits for…

Congratulations on your pregnancy! Now that you’re expecting, you should remain focused on how to have a healthy pregnancy. After all, healthy moms are more likely to give birth to healthy babies.

With all the information available to new moms, …