Q&A: Is Gratitude the Key to a Happier Pregnancy?
Overview Pregnancy is a time of significant emotional and physical changes. You may be coping with challenging…
Building a Bond and Connecting with Your Baby During Pregnancy
Overview Some expecting mothers feel an instant connection with their baby as soon as they see a…
Q&A: Common Questions About Prenatal Vitamins
Overview You probably know that taking a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy is important, but there’s more to…
The Truth About Protein in Pregnancy and Supplementing with Protein Powder
Overview Protein does more than build muscle mass. Protein is necessary to structure, function, and regulate virtually…
Q&A: The Evidence on Choline and How to Prepare for Precipitous Labor
Overview In this episode, we explore two questions. First, we break down the role of choline in…
Navigating Pregnancy Nutrition on a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet
Overview You have increased nutrient needs during pregnancy, and maintaining a balanced diet is essential for you…
Prenatal Yoga, Recommendations and What to Avoid
Overview Many studies demonstrate the benefits of yoga during pregnancy, from reducing time in labor to improving…
Strength Training and Lifting Weights During Pregnancy
Overview Research has firmly established that strength and resistance training benefits physical and mental health. Lifting weights…
Cardio Exercise During Pregnancy (Running, Walking, Swimming, and more)
Overview Cardio is any workout in which you elevate your heart rate. Many exercises fall under the…
Exercise During Pregnancy, Recommendations and What to Avoid
Overview Regular exercise during pregnancy can decrease your risk of complications like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and cesarean birth…
Getting Sick During Pregnancy (Colds, Flu, and COVID-19)
Overview Pregnancy affects every system in your body, including your immune system. It is so important to…
Preventing and Treating Fevers During Pregnancy
Overview A fever is part of your body’s immune response as a natural defense against infection. The…
Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
Overview The immune system is complex, and there is a lot of research on how different nutrients…
Supporting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
Overview Your immune system keeps you healthy and helps fight off infection. The classic perspective is that…
Crafting a Positive Body Image During Pregnancy and Motherhood
Overview Your body will undergo a more significant transformation during pregnancy than in any other period. Although…
Troubleshooting Sleep Issues During Pregnancy and as a New Parent
Overview The growing body of research on sleep demonstrates the absolute necessity of sleep for every biological function. Your…
Evidence-Based Tips to Improve Your Sleep
Overview The growing body of research on sleep demonstrates the absolute necessity of sleep for every biological…
Hydration
Overview Staying hydrated is crucial to help your overall health. Water makes up around 60% of your…
Ensuring Optimal Vitamin D Levels for You and Your Baby
Overview Vitamin D is sometimes referred to as a hormone because the activated forms are hormones. You utilize…
Benefits of Water During Pregnancy (Pools, Hot Tubs, Baths, and Float Tanks)
Overview If you enjoy the water, you don’t have to give it up when you are pregnant….
Nutrition and the Evidence on Popular Diets During Pregnancy
Overview Whatever your long-term goals for weight or health, you have one priority when you are pregnant…
Stress and Anxiety During Pregnancy
Overview We all deal with some level of stress daily. Pregnancy can be a time of additional…
10 Ways to Mentally Prepare for Motherhood
Overview There are tremendous physical demands during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and breastfeeding. Motherhood is also incredibly mentally…
Focus on What Matters and Avoid Overwhelm
Overview Finding out you are pregnant is one of the most exciting times of your life but…
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