Is it safe to indulge in a cup of coffee during pregnancy? Once a big pregnancy no-no, experts say that it's possible to take moderate amounts of caffeine. However, you need to consider caffeine from other source, and monitor the amount you consume each day. And here's another surprising bit of information: tea, once considered the safer alternative to coffee, isn't as safe as … [Read more...] about Drinking tea and coffee during pregnancy
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How to save on maternity clothes
Once that belly starts expanding, you'll have to start shopping for maternity clothes. The good news is that you've got plenty of stylish options. Gone are the frilly collars and baggy, shapeless tents. In fact, a quick web search will lead you to hundreds of stores that sell everything from comfortable maternity pants to sophisticated maternity cocktail dresses. The bad … [Read more...] about How to save on maternity clothes
4 Common Fertility Myths
'Have sex, get pregnant.' Many people think it's that easy, and for some lucky couples, it is. But there are a few that find themselves waiting far longer than they thought for that positive pregnancy test. They may not have serious fertility issues. However, they may be holding on to a few fertility myths and misconceptions that are preventing them from taking advantage of … [Read more...] about 4 Common Fertility Myths
How to balance your time and energy during pregnancy
Pregnancy isn't easy. Your body is going through many changes, you need to stay healthy and fit, but even though you'd love to curl up and sleep the whole day, you also have to keep up with the demands of real life (your job, housework, other kids). So how do you juggle the needs of your baby, you, and the other people that need you? Here are some tips for busy moms. … [Read more...] about How to balance your time and energy during pregnancy
Natural remedies for morning sickness
Morning sickness is one of the most common pregnancy symptoms. And it doesn't just happen in the morning—many women feel nauseous all throughout the day, barely able to keep down food. Here are some natural remedies for morning sickness. No, they won't make morning sickness go away (the condition usually disappears in the second or third trimester, when hCG hormone levels … [Read more...] about Natural remedies for morning sickness