You may have heard rumors that your feet grow during a pregnancy, and depending on how much you love shoes, this might've really freaked you out. The truth is, many pregnant women's feet do grow, but it's not usually that significant. Depending on your situation, your whole shoe closet might not have to go to waste. Here's the deal. Why does it happen? By now, you've probably … [Read more...] about Do your feet really grow when you’re pregnant?
Pregnancy Health
Top 10 natural pregnancy tips to relieve morning sickness
Whether you're in your first trimester or your third, morning sickness might be a recurring issue for you. Not all women experience the stomach-churning effects of pregnancy-induced nausea, but for those who do, it's one of the worst parts of being pregnant. However, there are many ways to reduce the symptoms of morning sickness and make yourself feel better even on your worst … [Read more...] about Top 10 natural pregnancy tips to relieve morning sickness
Why do women get hairier when they’re pregnant?
Everyone knows that pregnancy can do some weird things to your body, from changing your shoe size, to making your breasts bigger, to giving you acne. It can even make your skin change color and your gums bleed when you brush your teeth. But did you know that pregnancy can also affect your hair? It's not just the hair on your head, either, but the hair on your face, arms and … [Read more...] about Why do women get hairier when they’re pregnant?
Can sleeping on your back hurt your baby?
It's no secret that sleep during pregnancy is a lot different than your normal sleep habits. For one thing, you'll probably be waking up during the night a lot more, whether it's because you have to pee or because you're experiencing leg cramps, back aches or heartburn. And with a baby bump, it can be hard to get comfortable. But there are certain positions … [Read more...] about Can sleeping on your back hurt your baby?
Is it really true that some people eat the placenta?
Whether you're a first time mother or you've given birth a few times already, chances are you know by now what the placenta is. It's the organ that develops during pregnancy to connect the fetus to the uterine wall, allowing nutrients to pass through, wastes to be eliminated and gases to be exchanged between the mother and her unborn child. It's usually expelled after the baby … [Read more...] about Is it really true that some people eat the placenta?