Most women who experience pregnancy can attest that they experience pelvic pain over the course of growing a child, especially in the third trimester of the pregnancy. Some may feel it earlier, while others may only feel it in labor. A few women never experience this particular type of pain. Women who are pregnant need to learn to differentiate between

A healthy diet while you are pregnant is beneficial to both you and your baby. Healthy eating during pregnancy helps brain development for your baby as well as a healthy weight and decreases the risk of certain birth defects. Pregnant mothers who eat a healthy diet are at lower risk for preeclampsia, anemia and gestational diabetes. Eating healthy while pregnant

Pregnancy can be one of the most physically and mentally challenging periods of your life. New mothers are often worried about being a mom for the first time once the baby is born. Pregnant moms also experience anxiety over the laboring process as well as the health of their baby. A small amount of anxiety during pregnancy is normal, but

One puts one’s entire being, certainly one’s ego in the position of vulnerable, sacrificial lamb when it comes to step-parenting a child still carrying divorce wounds. That is what one stepmother found to be true for her. And it is likely a truth that resonates for many women put in the awkward position of stepparenting. Stepparenting is generally not a

A vital part of raising a child is breastfeeding, and many upcoming mothers worry about what the experience will be like. The breasts will grow during pregnancy and become painful. Interestingly, the act of breastfeeding also has a calming effect on the mother. Of course, it also acts to strengthen the bond between mother and child. It’s important to pay

Right now, over 40% of mothers who are on maternity leave end up either extending their leave significantly, or not going back to work at all. It is incredibly hard to find a harmonious balance between working and taking care of matronly duties, especially in our modern world. We are consistently met with advice on how to be good parents

Those who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often find themselves engaging in repetitive movements and ritualistic behaviors that are highly characteristic of their diagnosis. These behaviors can include things such as rocking or running back and forth. One-third of those who are diagnosed with ASD are prescribed antidepressants as a way to treat their symptoms, but there is

Many people are under the impression that conception methods do not impact the pregnancy itself, but this is far from the truth. A trusted fertility physician will typically follow you throughout your first trimester with IVF to ensure that everything is going along smoothly. Those who have conceived through IVF are often more in tune with mild symptoms that they

Having untreated mental illness can lead to a plethora of other issues such as substance abuse, an increased risk of chronic health conditions, and even pregnancy risks such as postpartum depression. It is important to know which symptoms to look out for so that you can recognize and treat your symptoms before they get out of hand. For instance, if

Studies are now emerging that show just how important a father’s presence is after the birth of their baby. In fact, only 14% of mothers have had to schedule inpatient or outpatient visits postpartum if the father was there to provide extra support. The amount of fathers taking ten or more days off after the birth of their child has