Pregnancy

I have gestational diabetes. Now what? If your doctor has diagnosed you with gestational diabetes, you've already undergone some tests to check your blood sugar (or glucose) levels. Having gestational diabetes means that your blood sugar levels are t...

I have gestational diabetes. Now what? If your doc...

How to get the pregnancy nutrients you need from a vegetarian diet"Many pregnant women who eat a vegetarian diet worry that they're not getting enough protein," says Elizabeth Somer, a dietitian and the author of Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy: Th...

How to get the pregnancy nutrients you need from a...

What is gestational diabetes? This is a type of diabetes that some women get during pregnancy. Between 2 and 10 percent of expectant mothers develop this condition, making it one of the most common health problems of pregnancy. // Diabetes is complic...

What is gestational diabetes? This is a type of di...

Why you need vitamin C during pregnancy Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is essential for tissue repair, wound healing, bone growth and repair, and healthy skin. Vitamin C also helps your body fight infection, and it acts as an antioxidant, pr...

Why you need vitamin C during pregnancy Vitamin C,...

Why you need vitamin B6 during pregnancy Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, helps your body metabolize protein, fats, and carbohydrates. It also helps form new red blood cells, antibodies, and neurotransmitters, and is vital to your baby's develop...

Why you need vitamin B6 during pregnancy Vitamin B...

The value of fats in your pregnancy diet Fats are an essential part of a healthy diet, but some fats are better for your health than others. Your goal (whether you're pregnant or not) should be to make sure you get adequate "good" fats in your diet w...

The value of fats in your pregnancy diet Fats are ...

Of course, nothing is 100 percent safe for all women, so it's a good idea to check with your doctor or midwife before taking any kind of medicine during pregnancy – even an over-the-counter product. Don't take more than the recommended dose and, if p...

Of course, nothing is 100 percent safe for all wom...

Why you need copper during pregnancy Copper, a trace mineral found in all plant and animal tissues, is essential for forming red blood cells. This is especially important during pregnancy, when your blood supply doubles. Copper also boosts your body'...

Why you need copper during pregnancy Copper, a tra...

Why am I so constipated? Constipation is a common problem during pregnancy. As many as half of pregnant women get constipated at some point. // One culprit is an increase in the hormone progesterone, which relaxes smooth muscles throughout the body, ...

Why am I so constipated? Constipation is a common ...

My gums bleed now when I floss and brush. Is that normal? Having swollen, red, tender gums that bleed when you floss or brush is a common complaint during pregnancy. About half of moms-to-be have these symptoms – a condition known as pregnancy gingiv...

My gums bleed now when I floss and brush. Is that ...

Is it normal to have some abdominal pain during pregnancy? Occasional abdominal discomfort is a common pregnancy complaint, and while it may be harmless, it can also be a sign of a serious problem. (Severe or persistent abdominal pain should never be...

Is it normal to have some abdominal pain during pr...

Convenience foods that taste good are one of the luxuries of modern living – it's just unfortunate that so many of them are full of preservatives and other ingredients you should steer clear of during pregnancy. // But there are a number of quick and...

Convenience foods that taste good are one of the l...

Most pregnancies are uncomplicated. That said, it's helpful to know which serious medical issues are most likely to affect expecting moms. Here's a quick guide to the seven most common pregnancy complications, listed from most frequent to least. Your...

Most pregnancies are uncomplicated. That said, it'...

It's common for pregnant women to feel that their allergies are worse. Actually, it's probably just that your mucous membranes are swollen, which makes you feel more puffy and stuffy. It's fine to continue getting allergy shots — they're safe for bot...

It's common for pregnant women to feel that their ...

Currently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hasn't deemed any sleeping medications completely safe for pregnant women.Several medications, including Benadryl (found in many over-the-counter sleep aids) and Ambien, are classified as Class B medi...

Currently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...

Pregnant women should be careful when they carry heavy objects, especially as their pregnancy progresses. When you're pregnant, your ligaments become looser and your joints become less stable, making it easier to get hurt. As your belly grows and you...

Pregnant women should be careful when they carry h...

Yes. Just make sure you have good ventilation where you'll be working. (And skip cleaning the oven, since it's hard to ventilate such a tight space.) If the fumes make you dizzy or nauseated or give you a headache, leave the room and get some fresh ...

Yes. Just make sure you have good ventilation wher...

13:46:53Microwaves have improved in their construction through the many years of use and rarely leak radiation. If your microwave is old or damaged, however, some radiation might leak through. Here is a way to test it: Open the door and place strip o...

13:46:53Microwaves have improved in their construc...

That depends on what you want to do to your furniture and what kind of products you want to use. To be 100 percent safe, it's always best to let someone else refinish the furniture while you're pregnant, or wait and do the work yourself after your ba...

That depends on what you want to do to your furnit...

As your pregnancy progresses, you should avoid any activity that puts you at risk for falling or increases the chance of trauma to your abdomen. And the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) notes that activities at altitudes ove...

As your pregnancy progresses, you should avoid any...

Yoga can be very beneficial for pregnant women — it helps you breathe and relax, which in turn can help you adjust to the physical demands of pregnancy, labor, birth, and motherhood. It calms both mind and body, providing the physical and emotional s...

Yoga can be very beneficial for pregnant women — i...