Pregnancy knowledge, experience and tips for the first, second and third trimesters and birth
It is rare to find an expectant mother who is not suffering from constipation. Constipation during pregnancy is very, very common, unfortunately. Not only do your intestines become compressed as the baby takes up more and more space, but the hormone, progesterone, causes the smooth muscle tissue to relax.
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Now let’s talk about some of the best postpartum essentials to consider having on hand once your bundle of joy arrives. Whether you’re one planning to head to the hospital early to ensure you can get an epidural or planning a home birth, there are certain essentials that can better help…
If there’s one thing that comes with carrying a baby it’s pregnancy fatigue. While moms report having different levels of fatigue throughout their pregnancies, each one is different. This also means that you may experience it more with one pregnancy versus another, so don’t use previous pregnancies as a gaging point. Simply take each pregnancy…
Once you take your first postpartum sitz bath, it’ll forever become a part of your afterbirth recovery routine. Being in a lot of pain after having a baby is quite normal as you might already know. But perineum pain can be a lot more painful and women are always interested in finding ways to soothe…
Looking for best gifts for new moms in the hospital? Although you may have recently attended the baby shower of the new mom-to-be, you may still want to get her a gift once she’s had her new bundle of joy in the hospital. From gift cards to gift baskets, there are a range of things…
So, you’re pregnant?!?! Congrats! Read on to find out all the things to do in early pregnancy, what to avoid in first trimester and all the pregnancy tips to have a healthy and smooth first trimester of pregnancy. Now what to do first? That’s always a good question. Check out this list of important things…
One-third of moms in the United States give birth via a cesarean section. This means each one has gone through the rigorous surgery of being cut open (usually in the lower abdomen), leaving them with the journey of caring for an incision and healing. Most women’s concerns are not only how to care for the…
As you approach 27 weeks in your pregnancy journey, the 3rd trimester begins. Most expecting mothers feel the need to prepare during this time, although how to and what to do are the most asked questions. Let’s look at all things 3rd trimester related and a detailed checklist to help you stay ahead of the…
This question is a very important one, as pregnant mothers, buying baby stuff is one of the exciting parts of pregnancy especially if you know your baby’s gender. So knowing when to start buying baby stuff in pregnancy is helpful and allows you not to stress out or waste money. There is no official time…
Just like while you were pregnant, your body needs specific vitamins and minerals to help support you and your baby during the “4th trimester” and the rest of your Postpartum journey. That’s where Postnatal Vitamins come in to help.
