In your search for natural pregnancy tips, you may have come across certain ways that women might be able to trigger labor. After all, who wouldn't like to speed up the process in the ninth month of pregnancy, when you're likely sick of being pregnant and can't wait to get that baby out of you? Things like having sex, getting acupuncture and going for a long walk are some ways … [Read more...] about Can eating spicy food trigger labor? Here’s the scoop.
Genius tips for battling morning sickness at work
Is that nauseous feeling creeping up at all hours of the day? Morning sickness is one of the most common pregnancy symptoms - but that doesn't make it any easier to deal with. As a working expectant mom, you'll need a few go-to tips for preventing and soldiering through morning sickness while you're in the office. After all, there are only so many sick days available throughout … [Read more...] about Genius tips for battling morning sickness at work
The pregnancy test you don’t want to miss
You’ve reached the home stretch, your 36th week. All you have to do is sit back, put your feet up, and wait for labor to start, right? Not exactly. First, do you know what your group B strep status is? “It’s extremely important that every pregnant woman knows her beta strep status before she goes into labor,” says Randy Fink, M.D., an ob/gyn in private practice in Miami. “If … [Read more...] about The pregnancy test you don’t want to miss
Postpartum depression for dad? Yes, it’s a thing.
Men don’t have C-sections or get sore nipples. But according to a recent study, 10 percent of new dads get pre- and post-birth blues (compared to between 10–30 percent of pregnant women and new moms, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). Sadness levels spike between three and six months. “Men go through hormonal changes just like women do after the … [Read more...] about Postpartum depression for dad? Yes, it’s a thing.
What are you doing with your baby’s cord blood?
When a baby's on his or her way, there is no shortage of resources for single mothers or those who have long-term, committed partners by their sides for planning the labor and delivery. There are so many things that women need to keep in mind when you're getting ready for baby. However, one thing that is often overlooked is the decision whether or not to donate your baby's … [Read more...] about What are you doing with your baby’s cord blood?