Have you ever heard of the term "holistic pregnancy?" In the dictionary, the word "holistic" is an adjective that describes something as having interconnected parts that make up systems rather than remaining individual pieces. This seems a bit confusing, especially when you put it into the context of pregnancy and child birth. But holistic pregnancy isn't as complicated as you … [Read more...] about How do holistic pregnancies work?
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The do’s and don’ts of working while pregnant
It'd be nice if women could get all nine months of their pregnancies off of work, but unless you're already a stay-at-home mom or you have the nicest boss in the world, you're going to have to put in some hours during pregnancy. Depending on the industry and position you're in, your pregnancy may or may not have a big impact on your daily tasks. Regardless of how big the … [Read more...] about The do’s and don’ts of working while pregnant
Have you made a New Year’s pregnancy resolution yet?
Everyone knows that the start of a new year is a great time to reevaluate your life and set goals that you want to accomplish in the next year. While the tried-and-true resolutions of losing weight, eating healthier meals and saving more money are great starters, you might want to add some of your pregnancy goals into this year's resolution list. Whether you're getting ready … [Read more...] about Have you made a New Year’s pregnancy resolution yet?
Are summer pregnancies more likely to result in twins?
There are a lot of strange phenomena when it comes to pregnancy. People speculate about all kinds of myths, like those that have to do with the moon, the ocean's tides, certain foods or even the season affecting a woman's pregnancy. One you might have heard revolves around twins and whether you're more likely to have them if you conceive in the summer months. But is the claim … [Read more...] about Are summer pregnancies more likely to result in twins?
Can playing classical music make your baby smarter?
You'd probably do anything possible to make sure that your baby grows up to be at the head of his or her class, so you might've done a bit of research into how to make your baby smarter. Somewhere among the omega-3 fatty acid-rich diets and Baby Einstein DVDs, you may have come across the suggestion of playing classical music for your baby - perhaps even while he or she is … [Read more...] about Can playing classical music make your baby smarter?