What goes on in the bathroom stays in the bathroom, which is why no one seems to talk about one of the least pleasant side effects of pregnancy - constipation. If you've just received a positive pregnancy test, you're most likely wondering why nothing's happening down there. Let's talk about why this happens and what you can do to get more comfortable.The … [Read more...] about How to kick pregnancy constipation to the curb
5 ways breastfeeding trumps formula every time
If you're still on the fence about whether or not to breastfeed your baby, let us attempt to sway you. Sure formula-fed babies aren't as dependent on mom and both parents can share the feeding time. But nursing your little one has a serious leg up on nourishing your baby by bottle. Here are some of our favorite reasons to breastfeed:Sleep-inducingThere's a reason … [Read more...] about 5 ways breastfeeding trumps formula every time
New report says organic milk is bad for babies
The type of milk you drink could affect your baby's intelligence. At least that's what a recent study out of the U.K. suggests, claiming that organic varieties leave our little ones at a deficit, even well before they begin drinking the stuff. Researchers say that organic milk contains far less iodine than its conventional counterparts - as much as a third less. But why does it … [Read more...] about New report says organic milk is bad for babies
How to keep strangers out of your baby’s nursery
So you added a video monitor to your baby registry? If so, you could be inviting strangers into your nursery. Late last year, news broke of a Russian website streaming content from unsecured webcams in the U.S. and U.K. To many a parent's horror, some of these hacked cameras were broadcasting live from babies' rooms. It's enough to make you want to unplug every … [Read more...] about How to keep strangers out of your baby’s nursery
New drug guidelines mean peace of mind for moms-to-be
The Food and Drug Administration is set to make important updates to prescription labels for pregnant women. These revisions will be the first since 1979. The medical community is hopeful that these updates will help ensure expectant moms get the health care they need while managing chronic conditions with medications throughout pregnancy.To make sense of the push behind … [Read more...] about New drug guidelines mean peace of mind for moms-to-be