This post on choline was sponsored by Balchem, a nutritional ingredient supplier. Choline, an essential nutrient, has been getting a lot of attention lately--and for good reason. In June, the American Medical Association suggested that all prenatal vitamins include evidence-based amounts of choline to support fetal nervous system development. Prenatal vitamins only contain … [Read more...] about Choline’s crucial role in pregnancy and beyond: Your top questions answered
Pregnancy
2017’s most popular baby names
The year's top baby names are in As 2017 comes to a close, we’re taking a look at the baby names that topped new parents' lists. Nameberry, the expert on all things baby-naming, has put together a list of the year's biggest name trends, as dictated by site traffic. A wildly popular resource for parents-to-be, Nameberry has, in year’s past, been able to accurately predict … [Read more...] about 2017’s most popular baby names
The dangers of dehydration during pregnancy
When I was pregnant with my daughter four years ago, even a seemingly harmless glass of water could leave me hanging over the toilet bowl. Morning sickness hit me fast and hard. Desperately struggling to stay hydrated, I spent many a long afternoon hooked up to IV fluids in the emergency room. It was annoying, uncomfortable, and generally an unpleasant way to spend a day. So, … [Read more...] about The dangers of dehydration during pregnancy
Fertility foods: 8 foods to boost reproductive health
Struggling with fertility can be one of the most heart-wrenching and frustrating endeavors. Getting pregnant is not as easy as the movies make it out to be. The causes of infertility abound and often leave health care practitioners and patients with many questions. There is still so much that is unknown when it comes to reproductive health, but research is on the rise and food … [Read more...] about Fertility foods: 8 foods to boost reproductive health
Holiday parties: Foods to avoid now that you’re pregnant
The key to having a holly, jolly Christmas? Or a super Super Bowl party? Or celebrating with friends at any occasion when tempting snacks are served? Knowing what food and drink to avoid before you sit down to dinner with loved ones. Take the angst out of holiday meals and put the focus back on celebrating by vowing to keep these foods off your plate this season: Drinks We … [Read more...] about Holiday parties: Foods to avoid now that you’re pregnant