Racial Disparities, Building Community, and Advocating for Yourself
Overview The statistics on the disparities women of color face in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum highlight some…
Navigating Pregnancy and a New Baby With a Dog
Overview There is a lot of evidence on the benefits of babies and kids growing up with…
Baby Shower Etiquette
Overview When baby showers first became popular over 50 years ago, we didn’t have the internet or…
Gardening Safety & the Evidence on the Benefits of House Plants
Overview Humans have a long history and connection to nature and the outdoors. That has changed significantly…
Swelling & Edema
Overview The technical term for swelling during pregnancy is edema. This happens in about 80% of all…
Drinks to be Cautious About During Pregnancy
Overview You know that your drink of choice during pregnancy should be water. Learn the importance of…
Foods to be Cautious About During Pregnancy
Overview It is easy to pull up a list online of foods to avoid during pregnancy. It…
When to Announce Your Pregnancy
Overview There are a lot of questions about when to announce your pregnancy. Some expecting parents are…
Traveling During Pregnancy
Overview Traveling can be a big part of our lives from taking a trip for work, visiting…
Heat Exposure During Pregnancy
Overview Exposure to heat in hot weather and activities like working out can cause your body temperature…
Are Microwaves Safe to Use During Pregnancy?
Overview Is it safe to use a microwave oven when you are pregnant? Learn about the safety…
Safe Cleaning Products
Overview Cleaning products can contain harmful chemicals and your pregnancy is an excellent time to get safer…
What is the Ideal Spacing In Between Kids?
Overview If you are planning on having more than one child there is no magic time frame…
Baby Names
Overview Choosing a name for your baby is a big item on your to-do list. While you…
Fertility
Overview Whether you are trying to conceive now or thinking you may want another baby down the…
Progesterone
Overview Progesterone is the most important hormone in a group of steroid hormones known as progestogens. This…
Heartburn
Overview Heartburn is so common during pregnancy, and it is estimated that heartburn can affect over half…
Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy and After Birth
Overview Hemorrhoids are estimated to affect around 40% of pregnant women, which climbs even higher after birth….
Bug Bites (Mosquitos, Ticks, and Fleas)
Overview Summertime means warmer weather, which can also mean insects like mosquitos, fleas, and ticks, tend to…
Work and Job Hazards
Overview When you are pregnant, limiting your exposure to harmful substances and activities in your everyday life…
Is Your Toilet Seat Turning Blue?
Overview There are a lot of strange things that can happen during pregnancy. Some expecting moms may…
BPA Safety During Pregnancy & for Your Baby
Overview BPA is short for bisphenol A, and this is an industrial chemical used in plastics. This…
Eating Deli Meat During Pregnancy
Overview Trying to figure out what you can and cannot eat during pregnancy can be challenging. Finding…
Antibiotics During Pregnancy, Birth, and Breastfeeding
Overview An antibiotic is a microbial drug used to treat bacterial infections. There are many infections during…