What’s not to love about pregnancy? It’s a truly joyful experience, and some women feel the most beautiful during this period in their life. As with any other bodily changes, however, issues may pop up. The most common ones during pregnancy are skin issues. Continue reading
Did you know that what’s happening in your body months before you get pregnant is important to the outcome of your pregnancy? Your health during this delicate period which many take for granted determines if you’ll successfully conceive, carry the pregnancy to full term, and also, it has an impact on your baby’s health too! Continue reading
While many young moms may be inclined to consider labour as what they see on TV — pregnant women rushing to the hospital, reaching there just in the nick of time to give birth — it is not necessary to create such a drama! Get to know your body and how this works, and God willing, you’ll be making your way calmly to the hospital with lots of time to breathe and have your baby. Continue reading
More hospitals these days are offering options and choices in terms of environment and services for women seeking alternative approaches in labor and delivery. As women become more aware of their rights to these choices, even their birthing atmosphere and procedures during labor may be tailored to their favour. Continue reading
So, you’re pregnant? Our heartiest congratulations! For the next 40 weeks or less, you may find yourself getting rounder, wider and heavier, but you’ll also have the best gift ever at the end of your pregnancy — your baby! Continue reading
So, you’re pregnant and are wondering where’s this ‘pregnancy glow’ you’ve heard so much about. Firstly, do keep in mind that hormones play a large part in the changes you notice in your skin during pregnancy, be it good changes or bad. Continue reading
Stress may be felt by every individual at some point in their lives and inevitably, pregnant women are no exception. It doesn’t matter if you’re a housewife or a celebrity, some stress is bound to creep in during pregnancy, so don’t let it get the better of you! Continue reading
Many pregnant women are no strangers to an unpleasant feeling often caused by hormonal changes, namely, morning sickness. Why it’s called morning sickness is a mystery though, for the uneasiness is often experienced any time of the day, not just in the mornings! Continue reading
Even if you think you’re already eating well for your pregnancy, there is always room for improvement! Continue reading
Everybody needs iron in their body. This mineral is crucial for producing hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to our organs and tissues. This need increases significantly during pregnancy, where extra iron is needed for the increased blood volume needed for both the mom and her baby. Continue reading
