Your Biggest Pregnancy Ultrasound Fears (and How They Stack Up Against Reality)
Pregnancy Health
by Caroline Nandakumar
3y ago
I remember my first pregnancy ultrasound like it happened yesterday. There I was, sitting in the brightly lit OBGYN lobby, reading a Health magazine and acting like I was pregnant with my 5th child. In reality, it was Baby no. 1, and we had just moved to the U.S from India in the dead of winter. No friends, no family. My monkey mind was conjuring up at least five different worst-case scenarios that the scan would reveal. In short, I was a freakin’ mess on the inside and praying I don’t end up barfing in the large fancy planter next to my chair. If your first ultrasound is around the corner, an ..read more
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Does COVID-19 Encourage Pregnant Families to Birth at Home?
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by Caitlin Goodwin MSN, CNM, RN
4y ago
For many pregnant families, COVID-19 adds an element of fear to birthing in a hospital.  If you’re stressing out, you are not alone.  There is not much of a precedent for birthing during a pandemic.  The only pandemic in the last 50 years is the H1N1 pandemic of 2009.   If you’re looking for an alternative option, home birth may have entered your radar.  And it’s no surprise- home births are on the rise.  Approximately 1% of all births are in the comfort of one’s own home.  In these uncertain times, is a homebirth safer than a hospital?  This articl ..read more
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Hip Pain During Pregnancy: Natural Ways to Relieve Discomfort
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by Caitlin Goodwin MSN, CNM, RN
4y ago
Did you wake up one morning and discover that it suddenly hurts to walk? You’re not alone.  A whopping 32.1% of pregnant people experience hip pain during pregnancy.  Unfortunately, hip pain during pregnancy is a common issue that plagues many mothers-to-be. In this article, you will discover why hip pain occurs during pregnancy, when it may be serious, and some natural ways to alleviate it. Why does hip pain happen? There are a couple of factors of play that cause hip pain during pregnancy.  Pregnancy causes many normal changes to your body.  Factors include: Weight gain ..read more
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5 Months Pregnancy Guide: Ultrasound, Symptoms, Belly Size, What To Expect
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by Lauren Manaker
4y ago
Start putting your hand on your tummy, because you may feel your baby moving around doing her baby gymnastics around this month. Few things are as exciting as feeling your baby kick for the first time. Your baby is starting to hear, so feel free to read a book out loud or have a little conversation with your little one. She will start to recognize your voice even before she is born, how cool is that? In this article, we are going to help guide you through your 5th month of pregnancy. IN THIS ARTICLE What to expect from an ultrasound Which symptoms will I feel at this point in my pregnancy? Ho ..read more
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4 Months Pregnancy Guide: Ultrasound, Symptoms, Belly Size, What To Expect
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by Lauren Manaker
4y ago
Welcome to your second trimester. Many women feel that this trimester is the golden time of pregnancy – your morning sickness often subsides, and your belly isn’t uncomfortably large at this point. You are smack in the middle of your pregnancy and are in a good spot. Your baby is starting to develop facial features and may be able to make a fist with her tiny little hand. In this article, we are going to help guide you through your fourth month of pregnancy. IN THIS ARTICLE What to expect from an ultrasound. Which symptoms will I feel at this point in my pregnancy? How big will my belly be at ..read more
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What If You Have An Unsupportive Partner During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy Health
by Nicole Arzt, MFT
4y ago
You’re pregnant, and you’re preparing for your entire life to change. Whether you just discovered the news, or you’re several months along, you know these upcoming months will represent a whirlwind of intense emotion.  Chances are, you already feel like there’s so much to do. Maybe you’re writing down baby names or pinning nursery inspiration on a secret Pinterest board. Perhaps you’re researching daycare options and planning how to navigate maternity leave. But what happens if you’re also struggling with an unsupportive partner during pregnancy? What if you feel alone or disrespected dur ..read more
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What is the Gestational Diabetes Diet?
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by Lauren Manaker
4y ago
Gestational diabetes is a diagnosis that can overwhelm even the calmest mother-to-be. The term can sound scary and may conjure concerns that the baby is hurt or in harm’s way.  The good news is that many women who have gestational diabetes give birth to completely healthy babies. Following a gestational diabetes diet can help ensure that both you and your baby are getting the correct nutrients and are staying healthy for the remainder of the pregnancy. Knowing which gestational diabetes bedtime snacks, beverages, and meals you should be focusing on can help guide you as you navigate the r ..read more
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Non-Toxic, Pregnancy Safe Shampoos That Don’t Suck (2020 List)
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by Kelli Myers
4y ago
Pregnancy has completely changed my hair and my usual products are no longer effective- help! Experiencing mild to radical differences in your hair during pregnancy is completely common. Hair can undergo many changes during pregnancy, such as texture, thickness, volume, and more. Luckily, there’s a scientific explanation for these bizarre changes and pregnancy safe shampoos that can help. *Some of the links in this post might be affiliate links.  This means that if you click on the link and make a purchase, we’ll receive a small commission – at no extra cost for you, which helps us cover ..read more
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The Breastfeeding Diet: Top 11 Breast Milk Producing Foods
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by Caitlin Goodwin MSN, CNM, RN
4y ago
The Breastfeeding Diet that Produces More Breast Milk Many mothers are concerned that they are not producing enough milk for their baby, but in many cases, you just need to look at baby’s wet and dirty diapers. However, if you’re genuinely coming up dry- the best way to increase milk supply is to breastfeed more.  Feed your baby when they are hungry and offer both breasts at each feed.   Are you sleeping enough?  Are you stressed?  These can decrease milk supply. If all else fails, get support from a lactation consultant, local breastfeeding support groups, or the La Leche ..read more
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Creating a Natural Birth Plan (Practical Advice From a Midwife)
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by Caitlin Goodwin MSN, CNM, RN
4y ago
As a midwife, I love catching squishy babies in unmedicated tub births.  There is nothing better than the moment when a baby gently enters the world in a warm tub and doesn’t quite realize that they’ve been born yet.  However, I also believe in supporting families and meeting people where they are. That’s why creating a birth plan is such a crucial part of your pregnancy.   Putting together a birth plan as a first-time mother can be overwhelming when you don’t even know what choices you have to start.  By reviewing your options, it empowers you to choose what works bes ..read more
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