Yoga is said to be a very beneficial exercise during pregnancy. Following are some reasons why Yoga is indicated in pregnancy, how to get into it, and some ways it helps. A Whole Person Approach Some pregnant women have said that the whole-body approach was one of the best aspects of the Yoga class. Yoga [...]
Your body’s nutritional needs change during pregnancy. This is true whether you are vegetarian or not; but for vegetarian women, the nutritional shift may manifest a bit differently. For one thing, your need for protein will increase. Vegetarians already get enough flack about protein (much of it unfounded), but take solace in the fact that [...]
So you’re having twins! In addition to excitement, you may feel a little apprehensive. Having a plan can help set your mind at ease. Here are some preparatory suggestions for having twins. Nutrition You should expect to gain anywhere from 35 to 45 pounds while pregnant with twins, and even more may be considered normal. [...]
Congratulations! You’re pregnant, and announcing it to your friends and family can be fun and exciting. But maybe you’re not sure how to break the news to your kids or step-kids. It depends on several factors, such as the age of the kids and your relationship to them. Here are some ideas on how to [...]
The answer to this question seems to depend on whom you ask. Some say prenatal vitamins are essential; others blow them off completely. In the middle are those who believe prenatals should be taken by only some women (smokers, vegetarians, etc.). Here are some thoughts and suggestions about this unresolved subject. The Controversy Some experts [...]
Whether you take a laid-back approach to a midlife pregnancy or have a lot of concerns, the fact is that care providers look at later-life pregnancies differently than they do the pregnancies of youth. There are some things you may need to expect if you’re a mom over the age of 40. Here is a [...]
Sometimes it’s easy to get so excited about a new baby that you forget some of the realities. While there are all kinds of ways you can cut expenses, the fact that your family budget is going to change is pretty much inescapable. After all, your life will change after the baby is born, and [...]
For various reasons, many women want to keep an exercise program during their pregnancies. But which ones are safe? Are any types of exercise best avoided? Exercise can cause problems for women who are prescribed bed rest; but thankfully, that’s a minority of pregnancies. After checking with your doctor and being assured that you have [...]
It’s impossible to plan every minute detail of your birth. Any body process as complex as birth is going to have some unpredictable moments – but that’s just where a birth plan can help. It is possible that some things can go wrong during labor, even things you don’t plan for. But once you have [...]
Tiredness during pregnancy is common – after all, your body is undergoing tremendous change. If your tiredness is extremely persistent, however, and lasts into the second trimester, it’s a good idea to check with your doctor to make sure there’s nothing amiss. Anemia, low thyroid function, and gestational diabetes are a few of the possible [...]