Stress is a word with a negative connotation, but should not be such a negative concept. It is important to accept that you are doing your best and to not stress about if that is enough, especially while pregnant. In your first trimester you can be zapped of energy. It can be stressful just finding the energy to continue your

Recovering from a C-section birth can be more difficult than a vaginal delivery. In order to make the recovery as smooth as possible, start by having as much as possible set at home. The more that is organized at home prior to the surgery means less to do after birth. The same goes for meal prep. Having meals prepped and

There can be a number of reasons why the human body may not work as we expect – and this includes pregnancies. From not being able to get pregnant to having 3 miscarriages, Hannah Corman describes the path she walked to unravel the causes of her miscarriages. She found a diligent doctor and together they worked on solutions that would

You can help lay the groundwork for healthy eating habits early by following some relatively straightforward rules, such as making sure you don’t use food as either a reward or a punishment, and serving the same food to kids and adults to acclimate your children to a wider range of foods. Keeping healthy treats at home and having a few

When you’re eating for two, it is important that you stay clear of any potentially harmful foods that can harbor bacteria and other dangerous risks. For instance, if you’re interested in consuming seafood, stay away from anything raw such as sushi. Make sure that all of your fish is cooked to at least 145°F before consumption. Also avoid eggs that

Postpartum Depression (PPD) effects one in seven women after giving birth. The symptoms of PPD do not just impact the mother herself, but also the child. Some of the ways it can impact a child long-term are: sleep issues, developmental delays, and emotional disturbances. If the bonding time provided by breastfeeding is helping a mother overcome her symptoms, then breastfeeding

Many women discovered that being a mom was a wonderful time in their lives. They look forward to welcoming their bundle of joy to the world. But they find also that their self-care routines sometimes suffer. That should not be the case. These are some ideas that moms or a mom-to-be can use to remain fabulous throughout this time. The

If you approach a mother and inquire about why she breastfeeds her child, you will most likely hear her recite the benefits that breast milk has on the child that is consuming it. However, breastfeeding has been proven to also benefit the mother in terms of both mental and physical health. Studies have shown that if a mother is forced

Many people are under the false impression that minimal amounts of alcohol are harmless during their pregnancy, but this is not necessarily true. If you’re pregnant or trying to conceive, it is best to refrain from consuming alcohol altogether, as alcohol consumption during pregnancy can lead to some pretty serious conditions. Some of these conditions include: fetal alcohol syndrome, a

When a couple first begins the process of having a child, perhaps one of the first things that comes to mind is how they will feel or treat the child if it is a boy or girl, or whether or not they have a preference about which gender it is. Although not scientifically proven, there are certain ways that cultures