Making Sense of Food Cravings and Aversions During Pregnancy
Pregnancy cravings and aversions are common symptoms during pregnancy. While it may be fun to make jokes…
What You Need to Know About Recent Vaccine Schedule Changes
The CDC recently made significant changes to the childhood vaccination schedule, prompting widespread coverage and discussion. Vaccines…
How Accurate is Your Due Date?
One of the first things you do when you find out you are pregnant is to determine…
A Practical Guide to Creating Your Birth Plan
A birth plan is a document that outlines your preferences for labor and what happens immediately after…
Going into Birth with Confidence
It is completely normal to feel nervous about giving birth, especially with so many unknowns about how…
Q&A: Worried About Pooping During Labor?
There are many things that can happen during pregnancy and birth that might feel embarrassing in other…
Getting Sick During Pregnancy and Finding Safe Relief
Getting sick can feel especially tough when you’re pregnant. Unfortunately, during pregnancy, you’re more vulnerable to illnesses…
The Science of Gratitude in Pregnancy
Gratitude is something most of us feel instinctively, but does science actually back up the benefits? This…
Supporting and Boosting Your Immune System During Pregnancy
This episode breaks down how the immune system works, how it shifts during pregnancy, and what those…
Hypertension and the Hidden Risk Beyond Your Blood Pressure Checks
Many changes during pregnancy affect your cardiovascular system, which includes your heart and blood vessels. Some fluctuations…
Q&A: Common Questions About Prenatal Vitamins
You probably know that taking a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy is important, but there’s more to it…
The Research on Stress During Pregnancy and How to Manage It
We all experience some level of stress in daily life. Pregnancy can be a period of additional…
Q&A: Why Do Birthmarks Happen?
Birthmarks are one of those little mysteries that many babies are born with. Some are tiny and…
Focusing on What Matters Most in Pregnancy
Finding out you are pregnant is one of the most exciting times of your life, but it…
Q&A: Should Your Baby Get the Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth?
One of the first decisions you will make as a new parent is whether to vaccinate your…
Understanding Your Options for Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Your doctor or midwife monitors the fetal heart rate of your baby to assess their well-being and…
Q&A: The Science (and Myths) of the Line on Your Belly
You may notice a dark line running down the center of your belly during pregnancy. This is…
Are Vaginal Exams Really Necessary? What the Evidence Says
Your doctor or midwife may suggest a vaginal exam in the weeks leading up to your due…
Q&A: More Questions About Tylenol (Acetaminophen) in Pregnancy
There is an in-depth episode on the Safety of Tylenol (Acetaminophen) and Other OTC Medications During Pregnancy….
Flu Vaccine in Pregnancy: Evidence-Based Risks and Benefits
The flu is a contagious disease caused by the influenza virus. In most healthy adults, flu symptoms…
The Safety of Tylenol (Acetaminophen) and Other OTC Medications During Pregnancy
Acetaminophen, best known by the brand name Tylenol, is an ingredient in over 600 over-the-counter medicines. This…
Non-Medical Pain Management Options for Labor
Labor can be intense, but you have many alternatives to cope with pain beyond the medical options…
Q&A: Tips for When Prenatal Appointments Feel Rushed
You only get a limited amount of time with your doctor or midwife during prenatal appointments, and…
Medical Pain Management Options for Labor
Labor involves hard work, and pain is part of the process. The good news is that you…
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