We know breast milk provides amazing nutrition and antibodies for our babies. But, did you know breast milk can be applied topically as well? That's right, it can even be used as a medicine to treat sores, cuts, pink eye and more! Today we're learning about the properties of our breast milk that make it so unique, as well as the many ways you can use it! The post Healing with Breast Milk: The Topical Benefits appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

Babies are supposed to cry, it's how they communicate with us. But what do you do when your baby is crying constantly? Could your baby have colic? What exactly is colic and why does it happen? And what natural remedies can you use to help soothe your baby so you both can get some much needed rest? The post Colic: Why Is My Baby Crying Constantly? appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

It's time to travel with your kids. So, what do you need to know before you hop in your minivan and head for your destination? What tips and tricks can make travel a little easier, whether you're bringing babies, infants or toddlers? How can you beat the boredom and the dreaded question "Are we there yet?" The post How to Survive Road Trips with Kids appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

Sex during pregnancy is different for every woman. You may have a huge sex drive... or the thought of your partner giving you the entire bed while he sleeps on the couch may sound more appealing. If you do want to have sex, you may be concerned about your overall comfort? Is sex during pregnancy different than "regular sex"? What changes can you expect? What positions work best for a growing bump, and what should you avoid altogether? Yep, this one's explicit. The post Making Sex Comfortable During Pregnancy appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

Breastfeeding can look a lot different for adoptive parents. So, what are your options? Did you know you can induce lactation and breastfeed your baby without giving birth? Can you get a full milk supply? And what different ways can you help supplement? Today you’ll hear from two moms who induced lactation for their own adopted children. The post Breastfeeding for Adoptive Parents appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

Like it or not, technology is part of our everyday lives, which means our kids are exposed to it too. Is this really a bad thing? If done in moderation, can these electronic games, toys and tablets actually makes our kids smarter? Today we'll breakdown common fears many parents face and we'll look at new research that suggests this type of learning is more helpful than harmful. The post Electronic Games, Toys and Tablets: Do They Work? appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

You've been told you're pregnant with twins. Later, you learn that one of your babies no longer has a heartbeat. This is known as the vanishing twin syndrome. Why does this happen and what does it mean for your surviving child? The post Vanishing Twin Syndrome appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. It's a tough topic to discuss, but what happens when the baby of a breastfeeding mother passes? How do you avoid engorgement if no longer breastfeeding or pumping? And what are your options when it comes to donating your milk? The post Unexpected Outcomes: When Baby Passes appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

When you go to the pediatrician, they take all sorts of measurements and track your baby's progress through infant growth charts. So, who created these charts and how are averages determined? Do breastfed babies grow any differently than formula fed babies? And what does the term "failure to thrive" actually mean? The post Understanding Infant Growth Charts appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more

We're celebrating Father's Day with a special episode where our dads-only panel answers your questions! So, fire away! What are the most thought-provoking questions you have for new dads? The post Father’s Day Special: Ask Dad Anything appeared first on Pregnancy Magazine ..read more