Category: Pregnancy

• Why do Doctors Wait Until 8 Weeks? [And Other Vital Ultrasound Questions Answered]

  

  Table of Contents: If you’ve just witnessed that second line on your pregnancy test – congratulations! Finding out you’re pregnant (for most) is such an exciting moment. And you must already be wondering – when can I see my baby? When should I schedule a doctor’s appointment? How often will I have them? Here are […]

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  January 23, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, second trimester, sonogram, third trimester, ultrasound

• Why Is a Child Birth at 7 Months Better Than 8 Months?

  

  Table of Contents: If we’re being short, blunt, and honest: it isn’t. There isn’t a single advantage for the baby when it comes to giving birth earlier. I have heard these claims lots of times, with some wacko explanations. “Oh, it’s about the cycles of lung development – in the 8th month, a new cycle […]

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  January 22, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  7 months pregnant, 8 months pregnant, preemie babies, premature birth, second trimester, third trimester

• Important Vitamins & Nutrients During Pregnancy

  

  Vitamins and other nutrients are an essential part of your health, and should be included in every diet regardless of whether you’re pregnant or not. But during pregnancy, they do become especially important, since certain important vitamins during pregnancy are necessary for both your health and the healthy development of your baby. But not all […]

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  January 21, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, healthy diet, second trimester, third trimester

• 5+ Natural Remedies for Insomnia During Pregnancy

  

  There is no one-remedy-fits-all solution with insomnia during pregnancy. Why? Because your insomnia and my insomnia may not have the same cause. Therefore, simply trying all of these 5+ natural remedies for insomnia during pregnancy may not yield results. But tell me the cause of it, and I’ll tell you exactly what to try. Main […]

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  January 15, 2022

  Pregnancy

  first trimester, medical condition, mental health, pregnancy anxiety, second trimester, third trimester

• Painful Intercourse During Pregnancy: Is It Normal & What Are the Causes?

  

  In general, your pregnancy shouldn’t be stopping you from having a pleasant sexual life. Sure, you may have some adjusting to do, but a painful intercourse during pregnancy is more of an exception than it is a rule. There are, however, several reasons you may be feeling pain, some of which warrant a visit to […]

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  January 8, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, high risk pregnancy, pregnancy FAQ, second trimester, third trimester

• Preterm Labor vs Braxton Hicks [Differences, When to Worry]

  

  Table of contents: The preterm labor vs Braxton Hicks differentiation is one of the most confusing, yet most important things when it comes to first-time moms. Knowing how to recognize each helps you be less stressed, more confident, and know when it’s time to go to the hospital. You can also check out my article […]

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  January 5, 2022

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first-time moms, pregnancy anxiety, second trimester, third trimester

• Sleeping During Pregnancy [Tips + Best Practices]

  

  Table of contents: Short answer: when it comes to sleeping during pregnancy, after the first trimester, you should start sleeping on your left side as much as you can. If you need to switch positions, turn to your right side. Long answer: there are nuances to all of it, and I’ll try to explain them […]

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  December 24, 2021

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, health, second trimester, sleep, third trimester

• Can You Drink Alcohol During Pregnancy?

  

  The shortest, most honest answer I can give you is: absolutely not. You should be drinking zero alcohol during pregnancy. If you haven’t dropped alcohol while trying to conceive, you should at least do it as soon as you find out you’re pregnant. Despite your mom, aunt, or neighbor telling you it’s okay to have […]

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  December 22, 2021

  FAQ, Pregnancy

  first trimester, healthy diet, pregnancy diet, second trimester, third trimester

• What Not to Eat & Drink When Pregnant [Ultimate List]

  

  Upon first finding out I’m pregnant, I started Googling “what not to eat when pregnant” almost immediately. However, I rarely found definitive lists. What’s more, they were so filled with explanations that getting to all the entries was slow and difficult. That’s why I decided to create this ultimate guide for you all. It contains […]

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  December 19, 2021

  FAQ, Food & Cooking, Health & Nutrition, Pregnancy

  first trimester, first-time moms, healthy diet, second trimester, third trimester

• How do You Throw a Simple Baby Shower? [Recipes + Decorations]

  

  Last Friday, I threw my very own, very first baby shower! Yes, despite the unspoken rule being that friends usually throw one for the mom-to-be of the clique, I decided to throw one myself. For one, due to my bed rest situation, I knew I’d have to have it at home. The pandemic didn’t help […]

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  December 19, 2021

  Food & Cooking, Pregnancy

  first-time moms, third trimester